A Clean Sweep
For A plastic free ocean.
For A plastic free ocean.
SeaSweepers is on a mission to create a new commercial ecosystem founded in removing ocean plastics that reimagines the sustainable supply chain.
Both through direct impact of retrieving, cleaning and processing ocean plastics and by providing the digital platforms needed for sustainable businesses to thrive, we’re here to turn the plastic tide and save our seas.
Ecosystem
The SeaSweeper ecosystem is built on the belief that the responsibility for conservation work and protecting, healing and nurturing our seas belong to more than just non-profits.
We believe that we can and must think about business differently, and that 'profits' and ethical, high impact sustainable business models don't have to be at the cost of each other. By creating a future focused, planet friendly commerce ecosystem, every one of us can make a huge difference for our oceans while creating a positive impact to our daily lives.
Save lives, save the planet, support ethical businesses and go on a shopping spree. It's a concept that is truly giving.
The SeaSweeper ecosystem is a future focused model for a full cycle ocean conservation and eco-friendly supply chain. While this will take some time to create, we're happy to share each step planned so you can get just as excited as we are.
The first step is kicking off soon with the release of sustainable clothing and accessories directly from SeaSweepers. This phase introduces designer athletic and swim wear made from recycled fishing ghost nets. Yeah we thought that was pretty incredible too, especially when we felt how insanely soft the fabric is! Now is your chance to contribute to saving our seas and looking great in your ocean-side conversation piece. Best yet, all profits from this phase will be used specifically to help us set up the following phases.
The second step is one we are incredibly excited to make happen, and that is building the first USA based recycling center specifically designed for the removal and prevention of ocean polluting plastics. We know, we can't believe how few of these exist around the globe given how much ocean plastic we need to recycle! This new facility will turn up the volume on recycled products entering the market and shut down unsustainable models.
The third step in expanding the ecosystem is creating a marketplace that promotes and supports businesses that sell sustainable and ethically sourced goods. Think shopping on an Amazon-like platform that actually helps save the Amazon! Companies that meet planet-saving standards will be able to put their best foot forward together in one location, and you'll be able to shop knowing that every purchase is making the world a better place.
The magic doesn't stop there. We also believe that Web3 and the blockchain have a lot to offer. Technology will have a big part to play below the surface of our ecosystem and creating a transparent and non-fungible product authenticating and journey tracing method will help us keep the products generated from the SeaSweeper ecosystem from ending up as waste or back in the ocean. This will help us make sure a product reaching the end of its life is reborn as something new, and even incentivizing it's previous owner.
Naveen Sydney is a serial entrepreneur, Founder of hyperFIELD INC., and his experience spans various industries including healthcare, automotive, defense, aviation and software. He has consulted for various Fortune 100 companies such as Microsoft, Raytheon and GM. His passion for technology and tackling complex problems has helped solve challenges in mission critical industries like space and defense. He serves on the board of various blockchain projects and DAOs. He is often seen on panels in various blockchain events and presenting in defense and aviation symposium and conferences.
Taryn Larock is the founder of the sustainable fashion brand Sage Larock and co-founder of Sea Sweepers. Sage Larock was recently awarded ‘Best Made in California Brand’ by the Los Angeles Business Journal (PETA Nominated), and has been featured in the Zoe Report, Modern Luxury Magazine & Angeleno Magazine. Sage Larock has partnered collaboratively with non-profits such as Sea Shepherd Conservation Society to produce swimwear from nets recovered from ocean clean up missions, and Canopy Planet, to create & promote sustainable forest- friendly solutions for the garment industry.
Aaron Tarnowski has built his career on pursuing purpose driven work. He spent 10 years in the design industry and devoted the majority of his time to working with pediatric healthcare systems create healing environments for kids. After joining the Web3 technology space, Aaron leaned in to using his creative and strategic skills by working with multiple impact driven early stage startups and projects to build their brand identity, market strategy and to make the vision a reality.
Katie Hutchinson grew up aspiring to be the next Jacques Cousteau. From catching hermit crabs as a kid to researching blue crabs in the Chesapeake Bay, she has been always fascinated by marine life. She has held various positions promoting outreach and education to preserve the natural world in marine research, education and at various zoological institutions. She is passionate about educating people about sustainable living and leads by example.