We're still collecting donations
On the 1st December 2023 we'd raised £10,305 with 30 supporters in 28 days. But as every pound matters, we're continuing to collect donations from supporters.
The Carbon Sea Garden UK Ltd - Cornwall
by Vinny waldock in Truro, Cornwall, United Kingdom
Total raised £10,330
raised so far32
supportersHelp Give Us The Go to Grow The Carbon Sea Garden We are committed to cultivating and refining sugar kelp at scale to combat climate change
by Vinny waldock in Truro, Cornwall, United Kingdom
New stretch target
With the extra funds, this will allows us to apply for a further licence, buy more seeds and help employ more local staff in Cornwall, we aim to help the local community first and foremost with our project so extra funding will allow us to support our local network.
Why We Need Your Support
"Help give us the GO to grow"
We have been self funding and building the profile of the CSG over the past 18months we have recently applied for a marine license for our proposed site off of Falmouth.
We have Access to a shared site on the north coast where we will be undertaking seaweed trials this year . So a funding round would pay for the seaweed seeds and the infrastructure, vessel hire for us to achieve this it would also help pay for the license application which is vital for us to move the business forward .
Our Mission
At Carbon Sea Garden, we are committed to cultivating and refining sugar kelp at scale to combat climate change and reduce our dependence on single-use plastics. Our proposed farm, located off the coast of Falmouth, will produce the highest quality seaweed with minimal environmental impact. Join us in our mission to create a sustainable future for our planet.
Our Team
Hi, Vinny here! This is The Carbon Sea Garden team - we're based in the beautiful county of Cornwall. As the owner, I bring a lifetime of connection with the ocean, with over 15 years of surfing experience. I am passionate about changing the negative effects of climate change and actively strive to protect our oceans. Let me be your guide as we explore the exciting new industry of seaweed farming together.
Why farm seaweed?
We are proud to be a part of sustainable seaweed farming, which offers environmental and socio-economic benefits. Our goal is to provide the highest quality seaweed while helping to preserve the marine environment.
- Seaweed can replace high carbon products and provide a range of ecosystem services.
- Seaweed farms increase biodiversity and species abundance.
- Seaweed does not require fresh water, land or industrial fertilisers to grow.
- Future-proofing the fishing and aquaculture industry in the South West.
- Seaweed farming strengthens the local economy in the South West
- Aquaculture is low impact, which means a smaller carbon footprint.
Rewards
This project offered rewards
£10 or more
£10 Reward - Seaweed Gin Draw
£10 and over gets you in a draw for a special edition bottle of seaweed gin made by our friends at Driftwood Gin
£200 or more
£200 Reward - Bottle of Seaweed Gin
£200 and above gets a bottle of seaweed gin from our friends at Driftwood Gin
£500 or more
£500 Reward - Surf Lesson - BBQ - Meet the Team
£500 and above, bring a friend and come down and meet us at the beach for surf lesson and BBQ - date of your choice