Manhattan, NY – Fiora Mara, in partnership with the RETI Center, is testing a variety of natural materials to gather critical data for the construction of future free-floating seaweed farms. These farms aim to absorb enormous amounts of carbon in the open ocean, helping mitigate climate change while protecting local habitats. This initiative focuses on ensuring that the materials selected are both environmentally friendly and durable enough to withstand marine conditions for as long as required.
Fiora Mara is experimenting with several natural materials:
- Bamboo
- Hemp Rope – Made from the Abaca plant
- Marijuana Hemp Rope – Made from the Cannabis Sativa plant
- BioRope – An experimental rope from a Stealth Company
- Jute Rope – Made from the Jute plant
- 2 Types of Hemp Twine – Each made from the Cannibas Sativa plant
Focus on Durability, Functionality and the Safety of our Environment
The selection of these materials is driven by their biodegradable properties, which are crucial for developing our 100% bio-friendly, floating seaweed farms and ensuring that our farms safely disintegrate over time, preventing the pollution of the marine environment.
Fiora Mara is rigorously testing these materials to evaluate their strength, durability, and performance in the challenging conditions of the open ocean, where the free-floating seaweed farms will be located. This involves assessing their ability to withstand constant movement, varying weather conditions, and exposure to saltwater.
Enhancing Marine Ecosystems
The free-floating design of the farm is a novel approach that leverages ocean currents to enhance nutrient distribution, fostering robust seaweed growth and improving overall ecosystem health. This method not only supports carbon sequestration but also creates new habitats for marine life, increasing biodiversity.
Building for a Better Future
As testing progresses, Fiora Mara hopes to refine the materials and methods used before launching a prototype seaweed farm on the water.
Fiora Mara is not just building a seaweed farm; it’s cultivating a vision for a world that we can all live and breathe in and a future without mass extinction due to climate change. We are making progress towards this goal one natural fiber at a time.