Where biology meets a national energy strategy.
Orca is actively working with government agencies, academic institutions, Indigenous communities, local economies and regional organizations. Together, we are shaping a new era of mineral sourcing—one that restores ecosystems, strengthens economies, and redefines natural capital as a force for regeneration.
For over five years, we’ve partnered with Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL), one of the nation’s leading research centers in chemistry, earth science, and sustainable energy. Together with their experts, we’re advancing controlled cultivation methods that boost the mineral uptake of select seaweed species. This partnership is the epitome of precision biology, aligned with national strategy.
Orca collaborates with the University of Alaska Fairbanks (UAF) to explore the potential of seaweed in mineral recovery and how seaweeds in Southeast Alaska absorb rare earth elements from nearby mineral deposits. Additionally, UAF develops cultivation methods for seaweed farming to support coastal economies.
Orca collaborates with the Universidad Autónoma de Baja California (UABC) to advance research in seaweed cultivation and its industrial applications. UABC’s expertise, rooted in its Institute for Oceanographic Research and Faculty of Marine Sciences, supports innovative studies on seaweed’s potential for mineral recovery and sustainable solutions. This partnership integrates scientific research with Orca’s mission to develop regenerative resource strategies.
Orca collaborates with the Sustainablity Science group inside the Colorado State University (CSU) to explore the techno economic potential of large-scale seaweed farming. This includes carbon tax accounting, footprint, economic viability, and key stakeholder education. This partnership supports Orca’s mission to advance seaweed as a resource for sustainable industries and regenerative solutions.
UC Davis is a leader in advancing regenerative technologies through groundbreaking R&D. Its work on regenerative solutions, including studies on seaweed's environmental benefits, highlights the university's commitment to addressing global needs through science-driven approaches. Collaborations with partners like Orca and Blue Evolution, underscores the power of research to scale the technologies.
Virginia Tech conducts innovative research exploring seaweed’s potential in agriculture, materials science, and ecological studies. From improving plant growth to developing sustainable materials, their work highlights the versatility of seaweed as a natural resource. Collaborating with institutions like Virginia Tech, Orca integrates advanced research into practical applications for regenerative mineral recovery and sustainable development.