The Kelp Forest Foundation (KFF) is proudly participating in the global GivingTuesday campaign, in collaboration with marine sustainability advocate Sea Going Green (SGG). With a rolling target of €15,000, the foundation is setting out to raise awareness and garner active engagement around the hugely underrated seaweed that is giant kelp. 

GivingTuesday is a global philanthropic movement mobilizing millions of individuals and organizations across the world each year to give, collaborate, and celebrate the betterment of society. Since GivingTuesday 2023, KFF is ceasing this opportunity to build a global network of support for its mission to harness the power of giant kelp in restoring the health of our planet.

With the ecological role and benefits of kelp still understudied, since 2021, KFF has emerged at the forefront of various research initiatives. Currently, KFF is extending its scope of work to include the restoration of giant kelp forests, marking a proactive stride in its efforts to safeguard these underwater habitats. The foundation is working towards mainstreaming the recognition of giant kelp as a nature-based solution to a range of environmental challenges we face today.

“We are thrilled to join the growing and very much inspiring GivingTuesday initiative in the Netherlands and globally, especially alongside Sea Going Green", says Samantha Deane, Managing Director at the Kelp Forest Foundation. "This collaboration allows us to amplify our impact and engage a broader audience in our shared commitment to protecting our oceans and planet.”

Sea Going Green is a renowned sustainable tourism consultancy, dedicated to protecting, preserving, and restoring marine ecosystems. This year, SGG's thematic focus centers on the pivotal role of seaweed in sustainable solutions for alleviating the negative impacts of the tourism industry. An invaluable partner in this campaign, SGG brings its expertise and wide reach across the sustainability space to champion KFF’s mission and inspire positive change.

Join our growing community of impact-driven individuals and organizations turning the tide on the potential of giant kelp.

Help harness giant kelp forests to restore our oceans

Harnessing the power of giant kelp to restore the health of our planet.

The Kelp Forest Foundation (KFF) is a focused research organization founded in the Netherlands in 2021. We are on a mission to harness the power of giant kelp to restore the health of our planet through research, capacity-building, and knowledge-sharing. Our work is driven by a profound commitment to combating climate change, preserving marine biodiversity, and fostering sustainable practices that ensure the health of our oceans for generations to come.

Research is the cornerstone of KFF. In partnership with prominent scientists and experts, we are exploring the ecosystem benefits of wild and cultivated giant kelp forests, aiming to uncover their potential to sequester carbon, mitigate ocean acidification, and provide crucial habitats for marine life. Our research informs not only our own initiatives but also contributes to the broader scientific community and industry understanding through open source.

KFF places strong emphasis on capacity-building, both within our organization and in the communities we engage with. We recognize the importance of empowering individuals and organizations with the knowledge and tools they need to participate in kelp restoration efforts. At the core of our capacity-building efforts is our Blue House Fellowship Programme, a unique residency experience for emerging scholars and local practitioners aimed at nurturing talent in ocean stewards while advancing research on the ecosystem benefits of giant kelp forests. 

As part of our commitment to transparency and collaboration, KFF actively engages in knowledge-sharing initiatives. We organize and participate in conferences, workshops, and symposiums, where we exchange ideas, discuss research findings, and work collectively toward solutions for our planet's environmental challenges. 

We stand as a forward-thinking, research-driven organization that recognizes the pivotal role that giant kelp can play in mitigating climate change and preserving the oceans. Together, with our dedicated team and a growing community of like-minded individuals and organizations, we aim to turn the tide on environmental degradation and usher in a more sustainable and hopeful future for all.

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