Seaweed Cultivation – Blue Carbon Solutions
In collaboration with Stolt Tankers (Netherlands) and MSSRF (India), we launched an innovative Integrated Multi-Trophic Aquaculture (IMTA) project in the Palk Bay region. The initiative empowers coastal communities with sustainable livelihoods while delivering measurable climate and ecosystem benefits through seaweed cultivation and blue carbon solutions.
Blue Carbon Solutions through
Integrated Multi-Trophic Aquaculture (IMTA)
In September 2024, we launched a pioneering initiative in partnership with Stolt Tankers (Netherlands) and with on-ground implementation support from the prestigious M. S. Swaminathan Research Foundation (MSSRF), India. The project introduces Integrated Multi-Trophic Aquaculture (IMTA) in the Palk Bay region, aimed at strengthening coastal livelihoods while advancing environmental sustainability.
The initiative focuses on creating sustainable and diversified income opportunities for coastal fishing communities through seaweed cultivation and allied aquaculture practices. At the same time, it explores IMTA’s potential as a blue carbon solution, delivering measurable benefits for climate mitigation and ecosystem resilience.
Key highlights of the program include:
Capacity building of local communities in IMTA practices.
Establishing forward and backward market linkages to ensure long-term viability.
Comprehensive resource management through continuous monitoring of water quality, salinity, and ecological balance.
Ongoing training, capacity building, and community participation to foster ownership and scalability.
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This initiative not only strengthens climate action through carbon sequestration, but also empowers coastal populations with knowledge, skills, and new livelihood pathways. It represents a scalable and replicable model for sustainable aquaculture and blue carbon solutions, aligning the goals of global corporations, local communities, and environmental stewardship.
