Hastings Kelp Project for wildlife and climate change
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❗ Help Us Explore Kelp Restoration ❗
We’re grassroots. Volunteer-led. No government funding. Just people who love animals, the ocean, the planet – and the future of our children.
We’re taking action because doing matters more than talking. The Sussex coastline once thrived with vast kelp forests and abundant marine life, including seahorses, starfish, lobsters, and many fish species. Decades of trawling, pollution, and climate change have dramatically reduced this underwater ecosystem.
Our project aims to explore how kelp restoration could help bring life back—creating shelter for fish, nurseries for marine species, natural carbon storage, and protection for our coast.
What your donation supports:
- Survey and research equipment: Electric engine, dive gear, and underwater camera and tech to assess potential restoration sites.
- Community marine lab: Water testing, core sampling, and species monitoring to understand what conditions kelp needs to thrive.
- Education and outreach: Engaging local schools, volunteers, and the public in marine science and conservation.
This project is about building the groundwork and evidence to show how kelp restoration could support biodiversity, climate resilience, and community engagement. Every donation, no matter the size, helps us take steps toward a healthier ocean.
One of the beautiful beaches along our coast
We’re not just restoring seaweed - we’re rebuilding an entire underwater ecosystem that supports wildlife, climate resilience, and education.
The seals of Fairlight
Where Your Donation Goes
Science & Monitoring
- Lab equipment for environmental sampling and analysis
- High-resolution underwater cameras and real-time video feeds
- Diving and survey equipment for ecological research
Regulatory & Infrastructure
- Setup and compliance for a fully operational marine lab
- Licensing and permits to explore restoration work
- Developing scalable protocols that could be replicated elsewhere
Education & Collaboration
- Hands-on student research in partnership with Brighton University
- Workshops and underwater expeditions for local schools
- Community science and public engagement initiatives
A Blueprint for the Future
This project isn’t just about Hastings. It’s about demonstrating a model for how kelp restoration could revive marine biodiversity, fight climate change, and reconnect people to the ocean. Your support helps us explore what’s possible.
Inspiring the Next Generation
Through partnerships with schools and universities, we aim to make marine science accessible and meaningful, showing young people the wonder of the marine world just beneath the surface.
Join the Movement
If you care about climate, marine wildlife, or a better future for our planet, this is your chance to support the exploration and groundwork for kelp restoration.
Every donation helps move us closer to understanding how a thriving ocean can be possible.
Company Sponsorship
Sponsor the Hastings Kelp Project to gain recognition on our website, showcase your commitment to the planet, and benefit from carbon offset acknowledgment.
Thank you for believing in the power of community, science, and exploration.
Donate now. Share this campaign. Be part of the change.
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Hastings Kelp Project
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