Preserving
Ocean Biodiversity
with Kelp Ark

Empowering marine ecosystems through genetic preservation and restoration

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November 28, 2024 – Giving Tuesday

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Key Services

Our Services

Dive into our programs that focus on seed banking, selection breeding, and educational initiatives.

Seed Banking

Preserving genetic diversity through seedbanking

Selection Breeding

Selection of kelps based on desired traits

Education and Outreach

Engaging and educating students

About Us

Our Story

Dedicated to preserving macroalgal biodiversity through seed-banking and genetic conservation.

Company Journey

From a vision of ocean preservation to actively curating genetic variants, explore our evolution.

Learn about our commitment to sustainable aquafarming and research for diverse marine solutions.

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Our Value

Why Support Kelp Ark

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Eco Innovation

Pioneering sustainable solutions for combating climate change and enhancing marine environments.

Genetic Heritage

Curating a rich repository of genetic variants to support aquafarming and marine research.

Research Focus

Enabling scientific progress through data access and collaboration on macroalgal research.

Community Engagement

Empowering underprivileged communities through education and immersive marine experiences.

Biodiversity Preservation

Contributing to the preservation of ocean biodiversity through diverse seed stocks and restoration efforts.

Innovative Education

Inspiring the next generation of marine scientists through immersive educational programs and community involvement.

Meet Our Team

Dedicated Individuals Driving Our Mission Forward

Michael Marty-Rivera

Collector Curator

michael@kelpark.org

Emily Aguirre

Research and Restoration Lead

emily@kelpark.org

Haiden Schneider

Outreach and Partnership Associate

hayden@kelpark.org

Kevin Gaines

Director of Operations

kevin@kelpark.org

Nina Noujdina

CFO

bluekelp@kelpark.org

Sergey Nuzhdin

Founder and CEO