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(VC, grants by foundation, token sales, etc)", "questionId": 6}, {"type": "number", "answer": "24", "hidden": false, "question": "How old (in Months) is the project?", "questionId": 7}, {"type": "address", "hidden": true, "question": "If you participated in past grant rounds using a different project payout wallet address, please share it here:", "questionId": 8}, {"type": "number", "answer": "3", "hidden": false, "question": "Total team size", "questionId": 9}, {"type": "paragraph", "answer": "https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-richardson-07653b48/", "hidden": true, "question": "Profiles or socials of other main team members publicly associated with the project: ", "questionId": 10}, {"type": "paragraph", "answer": "Seabrick is eligible for the Climate Solutions Round due to several key factors. Firstly after 24 months, we have demonstrated a strong commitment to tackling climate change over the long term, showcasing sustainability and reliability. Secondly, Seabrick's primary focus on climate solutions, particularly in the realm of sustainable construction materials, aligns perfectly with the Round's objectives. Additionally, the Seabrick team is  dedicated to progress and transparency which is crucial for evaluating the project's impact and development. Lastly, the project's viability, evidenced by thorough research, partnerships, and potential for scalability, positions Seabrick as a promising contender for the Climate Solutions Round, offering innovative solutions to combat climate change effectively.", "hidden": false, "question": "Please explain how your project meets the Climate Solutions Round eligibility criteria. ", "questionId": 11}, {"type": "paragraph", "answer": "UBC researchers have validated that Kelpstone is 3X stronger than concrete\nWe won the Climate Spotlight award from Ocean Impact Organization\nWe were nominated for Earthshot prize\nSeveral patent applications submitted for kelp farm design and kelp processing facilities.", "hidden": false, "question": "If you've received funding in past grant rounds, please share any new updates or milestones from the prior months. You can also include the challenges you've faced. ", "questionId": 12}, {"type": "checkbox", "answer": ["No"], "hidden": false, "question": "Have you used Hypercert, Deresy, Karma GAP or other impact tool for your project? ", "questionId": 13}, {"type": "paragraph", "hidden": false, "question": "Please share links to any tools you are using to track impact (Hypercerts, Deresy, Karma GAP).", "questionId": 14}, {"type": "paragraph", "answer": "Our primary impact metric is tons of carbon sequestered.\n\nOur second metric is tons of Kelpstone and SeaBrick produced and utilized", "hidden": false, "question": "How do you measure the impact of your project? Please provide examples and/or standard metrics. This might be used in future impact reports ", "questionId": 15}, {"type": "paragraph", "answer": "Partners;\n- Third Derivative Climate Accelerator\n- University of British Columbia Materials Engineering\n- University of British Columbia BioProducts Institute\n- Heiltsuk Nation\n- The Construction Foundation of BC", "hidden": false, "question": "Anything else you'd like to share about your project, previous work, or other project affiliations? Anything you'd like to add that may help in determining project eligibility?", "questionId": 16}, {"type": "checkbox", "answer": ["Yes"], "hidden": true, "question": "Would you like to opt-in to future messages from the Climate Coordination Network (CCN) for updates, information, and/or interviews? ", "questionId": 17}, {"type": "checkbox", "answer": ["Yes"], "hidden": true, "question": "Would you like to opt-in to us sharing your information with select third-parties for investment opportunities? ", "questionId": 18}, {"type": "multiple-choice", "answer": "Natural Systems CO2 Sequestration - Natural Based Solutions", "hidden": false, "question": "Which of these categories best represents your project? Choose from: ", "questionId": 19}, {"type": "checkbox", "answer": ["North America", "Oceania "], "hidden": false, "question": "Location/Region where the project is located: Choose from: ", "questionId": 20}, {"type": "multiple-choice", "answer": "North America", "hidden": false, "question": "Primary Location/Region where the project is making an impact: Choose from: ", "questionId": 21}, {"type": "short-answer", "answer": "Canada, Australia", "hidden": false, "question": "What specific Country or Countries are you making an impact in?", "questionId": 22}, {"type": "checkbox", "answer": ["Yes"], "hidden": true, "question": "Have you read and confirmed your grant abides by the Program General Eligibility Policy? https://gitcoin.notion.site/GG18-Eligibility-cb4a5754c56043d4b3ed34eddbac261c?pvs=4", "questionId": 23}, {"type": "checkbox", "answer": ["Yes"], "hidden": false, "question": "Would you like to be included in an additional 125k sub-round funded by Shell? All grantees must agree to a KYC process to be eligible to receive these funds. ", "questionId": 24}, {"type": "checkbox", "answer": ["Yes"], "hidden": false, "question": "Would you like to be included in an additional 50k sub-round funded by Celo? In order to qualify you must meet one of these eligibility criteria: Have an active deployment on the Celo blockchain or Have a clear public intention, commitment, or roadmap towards supporting Celo.  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This innovative approach utilizes natural resources to create a self-sustaining ecosystem benefiting the environment and humanity.\n\n![SeaBrick](https://seabrick.ca/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/brick.png)\n\n## Challenges and Innovations\n\nHistorically, large-scale kelp farming faced obstacles due to the lack of affordable and sustainable marine infrastructure. Collaborating with the University of British Columbia's materials engineers and bioproduct researchers, we developed **SeaBrick** and **Kelpstone**\u2014high-strength, nontoxic structural composites made from seaweed biomass. **Kelpstone** is notably 3X stronger than concrete, offering a sustainable solution for marine infrastructure.\n\n![KelpStone](https://seabrick.ca/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/block.png)\n\n## Environmental and Socioeconomic Impacts\n\nKelp farms act as substantial carbon sinks and could help achieve Global Net Zero emissions, reversing pre-Industrial Revolution greenhouse gas levels. These farms not only sequester CO2 but also help reduce global atmospheric temperatures, deacidify the ocean, and create opportunities for coastal Indigenous communities and climate refugees.\n\nComprising about 40% sequestered CO2, **SeaBrick** and **Kelpstone** can replace traditional materials like concrete and steel, aiming to decarbonize the construction industry significantly. Cement alone contributes to 7-8% of global emissions annually.\n\n## The Exponential Feedback Loop\n\nUtilizing seaweed to create **SeaBrick** and then using **SeaBrick** to build more kelp farms establishes a productive feedback loop between kelp cultivation and farm production. This loop is economically viable and optimizes biomass efficiency, enhancing the reproduction rate and profitability of kelp farms.\n\n## Potential and Viability\n\nUnlike reforestation, open-ocean seaweed farming introduces a new carbon sink without displacing existing ecosystems. Expanding seaweed cultivation to between 100K and 1M square kilometers could enable humanity to reach Global Net Zero in 50 years and begin reversing climate change.\n\nFactors contributing to our project's viability include the ocean's vast space, rapid kelp growth rates, deep ocean dynamics, CO2 solubility, desalination potential, and renewable energy sources like waves, wind, and solar. The economic value and versatility of seaweed in product development further enhance feasibility.\n\n## Conclusion\n\nHarnessing deep-water kelp farms for carbon sequestration presents a promising opportunity to combat climate change effectively. With innovative materials like **SeaBrick** and **Kelpstone** and a strategic approach to kelp cultivation, we aim to achieve Global Net Zero emissions and create a sustainable future for generations to come.\n\n## Post Script\n\nIf you'd like to learn more about SeaBrick, Kelp Island and our nomination for the Earthshot prize, you can watch our pitch video here! \n\n[Kelp Island Earthshot Pitch](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=omDbfzp-lXs)\n\n\n\n", "lastUpdated": 0, "projectTwitter": "seabrick_ca"}, "recipient": "0xdD68f046Bc59Fa9BED992F1348267DDCf3af1e40"}}