Part of Jeff Bezos' $800 million climate change donation earmarked for developing a global seaweed industry

Funds will be used to ramp up sustainable seaweed farming in the North Atlantic Rim and develop new markets to accelerate the expansion of the industry.

The foundation established by Amazon founder Jeff Bezos wants to boost seaweed production and protect mangrove areas. (Photo by Paul Morigi/Getty Images for Amazon) — The foundation established by Amazon founder Jeff Bezos wants to boost seaweed production and protect mangrove areas. (Photo by Paul Morigi/Getty Images for Amazon)Foto: Paul Morigi/Getty Images for Amazon

John Evans

Published 18 November 2020, 23:00Updated 20 November 2020, 00:46

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