This startup produces plant-based seafood using seaweed to create sustainable food alternatives that minimize reliance on traditional fishing practices. By offering a reliable and flavorful source of protein, the company addresses the environmental impact of overfishing and promotes healthier aquatic ecosystems.
Funding
$3.5M raised to dateRaised to date based on public sources. This may differ from the amount the company actually raised and is based only on what is publicly available on the internet.
Founders
Product
Problem
Overfishing and traditional aquaculture practices have detrimental effects on marine ecosystems, leading to habitat destruction, biodiversity loss, and unsustainable food production. Reliance on these methods threatens the long-term health of our oceans and the availability of seafood resources.
Solution
Sea & Believe offers sustainable, plant-based seafood alternatives made from sustainably cultivated seaweed. By harnessing the nutritional properties of Irish seaweed, the company creates food products that mimic the taste and texture of traditional seafood while minimizing environmental impact. Seaweed farming sequesters carbon, provides habitats for fish, mitigates ocean acidification, and supports local communities by retraining fishermen. The company's innovative approach aims to disrupt conventional food production methods and promote a healthier, more sustainable relationship with our oceans. Sea & Believe is committed to developing a new ecosystem of food and health products that rejuvenate ocean health and revitalize local fishing communities.
Target Audience
The primary target audience includes environmentally conscious consumers, individuals seeking plant-based protein sources, and retailers looking to offer sustainable seafood alternatives.
Features
- Utilizes Palmaria palmata, a seaweed with antiviral, anti-inflammatory, and antioxidant properties.
- Seaweed cultivation sequesters up to 20 times more carbon dioxide per unit area than land-based plants.
- Requires no land use, fertilizer, or feed arable land, unlike traditional agriculture or aquaculture.
- Does not rely on freshwater, unlike water-intensive seafood production.
- Promotes increased biodiversity and doesn't entail the use of antibiotics or other harmful chemicals.
- Products boast an impressive 23% protein level.