Common Seas Attempts to Bring People Closer to Nature
Social Business Editor — April 26, 2014 — Social Good
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Common Seas is an organization that attempts to show that we're all really sea creatures. Some of the current projects in its overall platform include inshore fishing and conservation, ocean literacy, vertical gardening and climate change. One particularly interesting project is Plastiki, the first closed-loop design sailing boat in the world that is possible to sail on the ocean. The way to see if the design is up to the test? Sail it for three months, the team says.
Common Seas was founded by Jo Royle. "The ocean has taught me about beauty, mystery, freedom and that fine line between respect and fear," she said. "More than anything I think years at sea has shown me the need to respond to Mother Nature immediately through learning from past experiences, believing in your intuition and making creative use of the resources you have available." It really does seem as if Common Seas offers a creative approach to considering the collective risks and opportunities of environmental change.
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Common Seas was founded by Jo Royle. "The ocean has taught me about beauty, mystery, freedom and that fine line between respect and fear," she said. "More than anything I think years at sea has shown me the need to respond to Mother Nature immediately through learning from past experiences, believing in your intuition and making creative use of the resources you have available." It really does seem as if Common Seas offers a creative approach to considering the collective risks and opportunities of environmental change.
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Common Seas website
Trend Themes
1. Inshore Fishing and Conservation - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop sustainable fishing practices and technologies that minimize the impact on marine ecosystems.
2. Ocean Literacy - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create digital platforms and immersive experiences to educate and raise awareness about the importance of the ocean and its ecosystems.
3. Vertical Gardening - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Design innovative vertical gardening systems that maximize limited space and resources for urban areas, promoting sustainable food production.
Industry Implications
1. Marine Conservation - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop advanced technologies and strategies to protect and restore marine ecosystems, combating issues like pollution, overfishing, and climate change.
2. Education and Awareness - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create interactive and engaging educational tools, apps, and programs that foster ocean literacy and inspire individuals to become environmental stewards.
3. Sustainable Agriculture - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Pioneer vertical gardening solutions and hydroponic approaches that allow efficient and sustainable food production in urban environments, reducing the need for traditional land farming.
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