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[Global] Nine international teams are trying to find a solution to harmful algae blooms caused by agricultural runoff in a competition Continue reading International competition with $10m prize hopes to solve water runoff problem →

How a $10 million competition takes aim at algae blooms worldwide

[Global] The blue-green algae blooms that sometimes swallow Florida’s coasts are thick, green, goopy and smell like sewage. But Continue reading How a $10 million competition takes aim at algae blooms worldwide →

[USA] Despite its abundance, Alaska seaweed isn’t harvested for commercial use to the extent it can be found on local grocery Continue reading Seaweed bar wins innovation competition →

[USA] Teams from Delray Beach and the University of Idaho are the first finalists in a $10 million competition aimed at identifying ways Continue reading First finalist named in $10 million competition to address algae blooms →

[Global] When it comes to design, mother nature has a lot to teach us. The field of Biodesign has emerged as an exciting new discipline Continue reading Biodesign Competition winners announced – algae takes center stage →

[USA] Removing the phosphorus that causes toxic algal blooms in bodies of water around the world is a huge challenge for conservationists. Continue reading Everglades Foundation launches $10 million prize to clean up toxic algae blooms →

[UK] Seaweed processing company Uist Asco of North Uist is one of seven businesses in Scotland to win £40,000 in a small business environmental competition. Continue reading Uist seaweed company wins environmental competition →

Mara Seaweed has been awarded the prestigious Innovation Award from The Crown Estate’s Scottish Marine Aquaculture Awards.

Waiehu’s Amy Hodges (with headband) looks toward California’s Gwen Hunter while gobbling her way to winning the Seaweed Eating Competition at the Ridge to Reef Celebration and 5th Birthday Bash for the… Continue reading Seaweed Eating Competition at the Ridge to Reef Celebration →