A world-first project is poised to take root in the North Sea, with the upcoming launch of a seaweed farm nestled amongst offshore wind turbines. This collaboration between North Sea Farmers and Simply Blue Group aims to cultivate seaweed at a commercial scale, leveraging the existing infrastructure of the wind farm.
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The harsh environment of the North Sea presents challenges for seaweed farming, but limited space pushes innovation. This initial phase will see seaweed planted on a 10-hectare plot, with a projected harvest of 6,000 kilograms in spring 2025.
Simply Blue’s involvement adds credibility to the project. The company, a leader in pushing boundaries within offshore wind, sees seaweed farming as a way to maximize ocean space utilization and promote a sustainable future. While co-locating solar panels and fish farms with wind turbines is gaining traction, seaweed offers a novel approach.
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This project positions Simply Blue at the forefront of this emerging field. Their previous collaboration with Arctic Seaweed focused on developing prototypes, and the North Sea project represents a significant step towards commercialization.
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“We believe that in time offshore wind farms will have multiple uses,” stated Simply Blue’s co-founder and CEO Hugh Kelly, highlighting the project’s potential to revolutionize ocean resource management. This initiative paves the way for a future where wind farms and seaweed farms coexist, contributing to a greener future.
Reference- Simply Blue Newsroom, Clean Technica, Futurism, Interesting Engineering, Ocean News