In this special episode to close out Season 3 of Upwell, we sit down with two members of the Only One team, Hannah Fine and Maïssa Rababy, to reflect on our campaigns over the past year and upcoming initiatives for next year. In the conversation, we dive into our work to advance ocean protection, stop plastics and pollution, and scale ocean-based climate solutions.
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Seaweed-based straws and sustainable materials take on single-use plastic
In this episode of Upwell, we speak with Sea Briganti, the founder and CEO of LOLIWARE, an award-winning materials technology company creating seaweed-based alternatives to single-use plastics.In the conversation, we explore the technology behind seaweed-based straw and resin production, discuss how seaweed aquaculture can combat the petrochemical industry, and consider what lies ahead for the sustainable materials market as we move toward a plastic-free future.
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Cultivating sea cucumber aquaculture in Panama
In this episode of Upwell, we speak with David Grossman, the founder and CEO of PanaSea, an aquaculture company based in Panama that established the first open-ocean sea cucumber hatchery in the Americas. In the conversation, we consider the impact of sea cucumbers on marine ecosystems and their key role in ocean conservation, the rapidly scaling aquaculture sector and blue economy, and the importance of community-based approaches to sustainable commerce.
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Blending immersive entertainment with conservation
In this episode of Upwell, we speak with Daniel Hettwer, the founder and CEO of Hidden Worlds Entertainment, a company that merges art, entertainment, and conservation into immersive exhibits and dining experiences.In the conversation, we explore the concept of "impactainment" and examine the intersection of marine conservation with storytelling, technology, and the psychology of shared experiences and lasting engagement.
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Ending plastic pollution and fighting for environmental justice
In this special episode of Upwell hosted by Hannah Fine, Only One's Senior Director of Campaigns, we speak with Judith Enck. She's the founder and president of Beyond Plastics, an extraordinary organization at the forefront of the global movement to end plastic pollution.In the conversation, we dive into environmental justice and the plastic pollution crisis, exploring the toxicity of plastic production, the wasteful packaging landscape, and what people can do to protect the environment and join the fight against plastics.
Upwell, a podcast from Only One featuring weekly interviews with entrepreneurs, advocates, and leaders working to protect and restore the ocean and the planet. See the full show notes at www.only.one/upwell
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