Congratulations to Ivan Francis, founder of ARGONETA 🏆 In this exclusive video interview, discover how ARGONETA's
innovative approach is paving the way for a brighter, more sustainable future beneath the waves. 👇 “The mission of the company is to improve humanity
by transforming our ability to work, play and live under the surface of the sea, and we’re unapologetic of our grand vision. 🌊🤿
"Our dream is to do this by: - Restoring corals and underwater environments
- Accelerating marine research
- Engaging people as citizen scientists
- Sequestering carbon
- Improving mental health through individuals experiencing the ocean differently – both divers and non divers
- Improving lives through hyperbaric
treatments
- Reducing pollution by reducing the impact of hull fouling and inefficient ship husbandry
- Unlocking
the potential of marine-based natural product pharmaceutical drug discovery
"This SSNC award unlocks the first step
of the dream allowing the first unit to be put in the water and initiate the path to realizing the dream, demonstrating the potential reality of the overall vision." 🎉
- Ivan Francis, founder of ARGONETA
The Winter 2024 edition
of our $500 Coastal Idea Challenge is in play! 💡 In collaboration with NC State University’s “Blue Economy
Innovation Program”, SSNC has launched the 2nd edition of our $500 Coastal Idea Challenge. The deadline for submissions
has been extended to December 15th. The winner will be announced on January 3rd. Thanks to you, our Holiday Campaign was a huge success 🎄🎁 Thanks to everyone who bought an “Ideas to Action” tee or
hoodie. We exceeded our goal, selling 50 items and raising more than $900! These funds will directly support emerging Climate Action entrepreneurs along the North Carolina coastal plain and help cover vital operational costs to keep our nonprofit
thriving. This year, your support
is empowering entrepreneurs to address challenges in the Blue Economy, strengthening both ecosystems and communities along North Carolina’s vulnerable coastlines.
Join the Stardust community and be part of something bigger.
Your donation will help us foster a space where ideas flourish and actions make a difference.
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