Seaweed-Based Products for Decarbonization
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Fuels

State of approach
OverviewScience, Technology and EngineeringMitigation PotentialProduct PerformanceCosts/Market AdoptionEnvironmental Co-benefits and RisksSocial Co-benefits and RisksPolicy and Regulation

Development gaps and needs
ScienceProcessing and EngineeringMarkets and InvestmentsSocial License and Community AcceptancePolicy and Governance

First-order priorities
OverviewGenerate early technical evidence through public R&DBuild policy support for low-carbon seaweed-based biofuelsDevelop predictable efficient permitting frameworksScale cultivation and harvesting through cost reductionsEngage transparently with communities to seek durable acceptanceOptimize pre-treatment and conversion for high yieldsCreate early demand and de-risk private investment