Articles from AltaSea at the Port of Los Angeles

AltaSea at the Port of Los Angeles is proud to announce its sixth annual fundraiser, Blue Hour 2025: The Culinary Arts of Blue Food, an event that connects science, culture, food and community by combining food technology to tell the story of and raise awareness for the emerging blue economy. AltaSea will honor celebrity chef and restaurateur Andrew Zimmern with the Innovation Award, presented by ocean advocates Philippe and Ashlan Cousteau. Phillippe is an Emmy-nominated ocean storyteller, Founder of EarthEcho International, and the grandson of famed ocean explorer Jacques Cousteau.

The Ocean Pathways High School Research Mentorship program, an immersive six-week summer program led by AltaSea at the Port of Los Angeles, Hugo Neu/Kearny Point, and NY/NJ Baykeeper in partnership with the Newark Boys & Girls Club, officially launched for the third straight year. The six-week program provides high school students in Los Angeles, New York, and New Jersey with firsthand research experience and mentorship opportunities in marine biology, sustainability, and environmental conservation.

AltaSea at the Port of Los Angeles, the nation’s leading hub for the blue economy, is pleased to announce that Jenny Krusoe, Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer, has joined World Ocean Council’s (WOC) board of directors, effective January 22, 2025.

The Department of Commerce and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) announced today that it is recommending The Continuum, which includes AltaSea anchor tenant Braid Theory, will receive $13.9 million to help bring to market solutions that will grow the blue economy, while strengthening coastal resilience.

On Wednesday, AltaSea at the Port of Los Angeles, the world’s largest ocean research and development destination for the Blue Economy, hosted Republic of Croatia Prime Minister Andrej Plenković for a tour of the 35-acre campus dedicated to climate and sustainability solutions from the ocean. This is the first visit by a head of state to AltaSea in the organization’s history.

AltaSea at the Port of Los Angeles, the world’s largest ocean research and development destination for the Blue Economy, today announced the launch of its 2024 Ocean Pathways High School Research Mentorship program, developed alongside Hugo Neu Corporation, New York/New Jersey Baykeeper, and the Boys & Girls Club of Newark (BGCN). The six-week program provides high school students in Los Angeles, New York, and New Jersey with firsthand research experience and mentorship opportunities in marine biology, sustainability, and environmental conservation. The program will take place at AltaSea and on Hugo Neu’s Kearny Point campus in New Jersey.

Two bills currently being considered by the California Assembly received bipartisan support in two committees and now travel to the Appropriations Committee. The Committee on Natural Resources voted unanimously to refer AB 2572, which directs the Air Resources Board (ARB) to assess the environmental standards and promote the use of ocean carbon dioxide removal projects. Similarly, the Committee on Water, Parks, and Wildlife passed AB 3220, which directs the Department of Fish and Wildlife to investigate how to expedite permit processes with mariculture projects.

Santa Monica College, in partnership with the California Community Colleges Chancellor’s Office, AltaSea, and their partners, hosted the inaugural Blue Economy & Climate Action Pathways (BECAP) Kickoff and Conference on Friday, April 19. This visionary collaboration is the first of its kind between the consortia of 13 colleges for Blue Economy workforce development in Los Angeles.

AltaSea at the Port of Los Angeles today announced that its President & CEO Terry Tamminen will be a featured panelist at the 9th annual Our Ocean Conference, taking place in Athens, Greece on April 16 & 17. The invitation-only conference convenes blue economy experts to discuss innovative ocean solutions and strengthen commitments to sea and ocean protection and sustainability. Tamminen will join a panel discussion on “Establishing a Sustainable Blue Economy.”

AltaSea at the Port of Los Angeles, the world’s largest ocean research and development destination for the Blue Economy, is proud to announce that Los Angeles businessman and philanthropist John Molina has joined the AltaSea Board of Trustees, effective January 2024. Molina has been involved with AltaSea for the past five years as the founder of Pacific6 Enterprises that docks its one-of-a-kind aquaculture vessel at AltaSea. Molina’s extensive background in strategic leadership, finance, and commitment to community engagement aligns seamlessly with AltaSea’s mission to drive oceanic innovation and sustainability.

AltaSea at the Port of Los Angeles, the world’s leading tech hub for the Blue Economy, today announced the hiring of Jade Clemons to lead the Blue Sustainable Economy Alliance (“BlueSEA”), AltaSea’s business support program that provides operation, development, and investment services and facilities for innovators scaling businesses in ocean industries. Clemons most recently served as Senior Program Manager at Berggruen Institute, a Los Angeles-based think tank founded by investor and philanthropist Nicolas Berggruen. Clemons is an expert in economic development and small businesses and brings a passion for creating a more sustainable planet. Clemons will start December 4.

Terry Tamminen Statement on California’s Selection as One of US’s 7 Hydrogen Hubs:

California Governor Gavin Newsom today signed SB 605 into law, marking a significant step forward in bringing a new renewable energy resource to the state and further solidifying California’s commitment to a sustainable and clean energy future. The legislation calls for an extensive study and assessment of wave and tidal energy potential off California’s 840-mile coastline. The bill unanimously passed in both the California State Senate and Assembly.

The California State Senate voted unanimously late Thursday night in favor of SB 605, which calls for an extensive study and assessment of wave and tidal energy potential off of California’s 840-mile coastline.

AltaSea at the Port of Los Angeles is proud to announce its fourth annual Blue Hour fundraiser, an event that connects science, culture, and community by combining art and technology to tell the story of and raise awareness for the emerging blue economy.

Standing at AltaSea at the Port of Los Angeles overlooking the Pacific Ocean, Congresswoman Nanette Barragán (CA-44) presented a ceremonial check of $1 million to highlight the federal monies she secured to fund postsecondary, ocean-based research and equipment aimed at finding solutions to climate change.

AltaSea at the Port of Los Angeles and Kearny Point have joined to launch an initiative aimed at promoting sustainability, aquaculture, and the blue and green economy. The bicoastal collaboration, which brings together two leading innovation hubs will leverage the unique capabilities of each organization to drive innovation and growth on both east/west coasts.

The Senate today unanimously approved a bill that aims to put California on the path to developing a new source of clean, renewable energy that will help the state meet its carbon-free targets while bolstering its grid.

AltaSea at the Port of Los Angeles, in collaboration with Cal State Northridge’s (CSUN) Institute for Sustainability, The Los Angeles Coalition for the Economy & Jobs, and Santa Monica College, announced today their third annual series of webinars and live, in-person panels focused on aquaculture. The series, “Blue + Green 2023,” will feature 4 sessions. Pre-registration is required for all events. Registration and more information can be found here: https://altasea-project-blue.org/events/

AltaSea at the Port of Los Angeles announced today a partnership with California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) to open a field office at AltaSea, bringing CDFW’s Local Marine Operations to the 35-acre blue economy campus at the Port of Los Angeles. This move will enable people – especially students from historically marginalized communities – to become more involved in ocean conservation and pave the way for environmentally focused career paths.

AltaSea at the Port of Los Angeles is pleased to announce that Tara Roth has joined the organization’s Board of Trustees. Roth brings a wealth of experience and expertise in social investment, nonprofit management, and community engagement to her new role on the board.

AltaSea at the Port of Los Angeles, the nation’s leading destination for the blue economy, and Beneficial State Bank officially cut the ribbon on the bank’s newest commercial loan hub on AltaSea’s campus at a news conference on January 12, 2023. The move signals yet another milestone for the burgeoning blue economy, as Beneficial State Bank’s presence at AltaSea will speed the sector’s growth, and it will help local nonprofits and businesses – including many that are located on AltaSea’s campus – thrive.

AltaSea at the Port of Los Angeles is pleased to announce the addition of New Jersey philanthropist and entrepreneur Wendy Neu and Matt Horton, a Director at Milken Institute, to its Board of Trustees, effective January 1, 2023.

AltaSea at the Port of Los Angeles released a 52-page white paper that illustrates how Southern California is exceptionally well situated to jumpstart an economically self-sustaining green hydrogen economy. AltaSea led the research and drafting of the white paper with a number of partners, including 7th Generation Advisors, Accenture, Energy Independence Now, and Momentum.

AltaSea at the Port of Los Angeles presented awards to Sylvia Earle, the famed oceanographer who was the first person to walk the ocean floor solo, and Barbara Stanton’s Entrepreneur Educational Center, Inc. (EECI), a Watts-based nonprofit that focuses on providing at-risk youth with access to good, sustainable jobs. AltaSea President & CEO Terry Tamminen and Founding Executive Director Jenny Krusoe presented the awards at AltaSea’s third annual Blue Hour, an event that connects science, culture, and community by combining art and technology to tell the story of the emerging blue economy.

AltaSea at the Port of Los Angeles is proud to announce its third annual Blue Hour, an event that connects science, culture, and community by combining art and technology to tell the story of the emerging blue economy. Blue Hour 3: The Warehouse will be a multi-part visual experience, with various art installations created by established and emerging local artists along with an award ceremony. Headlining the fundraiser will be famed oceanographer and explorer Sylvia Earle, who has logged over 7,000 hours underwater, as she accepts the Explorer Award. The event will take place at AltaSea’s campus at the Port of Los Angeles on October 8, with doors opening at 5 PM and the awards ceremony starting at 7 PM. Tickets to the event are on sale now. More information and tickets can be found here: https://altasea-project-blue.org/the-blue-hour-2022/.

The health of our planet and the future economy will both rely on the resiliency of our oceans. To meet this urgency, Santa Monica College (SMC) students will have the opportunity to explore aquaculture and work with some of the leading businesses and scientists in the field. These groundbreaking collaborations will shepherd in a new era of workforce development in the blue economy.

AltaSea at the Port of Los Angeles is proud to announce that Dr. Melanie Lundquist, LHD, one of California’s most generous and fearless philanthropists, has joined the AltaSea Board of Trustees; and Dr. Geraldine Knatz, Ph.D., former executive director of the Port of Los Angeles and AltaSea board member since 2018, will lead the organization as board chair.

AltaSea at the Port of Los Angeles announced today that Dr. Anthony Michaels, a nationally-recognized leader in sustainability, innovation and environmental science, will be the featured guest speaker for its upcoming open house, leading a discussion titled “We Need All the Kelp We Can Get.” Dr Michaels, formerly the founding director of the USC Wrigley Institute for Environmental Studies, will discuss the benefits of aquaculture, food security, human health, biofuels, renewable materials and more as part of AltaSea’s unique open house.

In conjunction with the 2022 United Nations Ocean Conference, AltaSea at the Port of Los Angeles will host an UN Ocean Conference Side Event: “Leveraging Blue Economy Solutions for A Sustainable Goods Movement Ecosystem.” The event will be livestreamed via Zoom Webinar beginning at 10 AM PT on June 30. Register here: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_qlpdmM4uRw2mr8XAK6ZZHQ

AltaSea at the Port of Los Angeles, in collaboration with Cal State Northridge’s (CSUN) Institute for Sustainability, The Los Angeles Coalition for the Economy & Jobs, and Santa Monica College announced their second annual series of webinars focused on aquaculture, called “Blue + Green 2022.” Pre-registration for the events is required and can be found here: https://altasea-project-blue.org/blue-green-2022/.

AltaSea and the UCLA Samueli School of Engineering’s Institute for Carbon Management (ICM) have announced an agreement to demonstrate carbon removal technologies on the 35-acre AltaSea campus at the Port of Los Angeles later this year. ICM will showcase its pioneering SeaChange technology that leverages the oceans to effect carbon removal. This innovative technology will help address one of the most daunting climate change challenges the world faces — carbon dioxide emissions.

Senator Alex Padilla (CA) has announced that he has secured $600,000 in funding for AltaSea’s Ocean STEM Pathways program at the Port of Los Angeles, a major win for the nonprofit and the Los Angeles community. AltaSea is the only nonprofit organization in Los Angeles focused on climate change and job creation to receive this federal community project funding.

AltaSea at the Port of Los Angeles CEO and former CalEPA Secretary Terry Tamminen issued the following statement after Governor Gavin Newsom released his 2022 proposed California State Budget:

AltaSea at the Port of Los Angeles announced today that its Board of Directors has elected Terry Tamminen, current AltaSea Chief Strategy Officer and former California Environmental Protection Agency Secretary, as the nonprofit’s next President and Chief Executive Officer, effective January 1, 2022. He replaces current CEO Tim McOsker, who is stepping down to focus on his run for Los Angeles City Council. Tamminen will join the nonprofit’s Board of Directors upon assuming his new role. McOsker will continue to serve as a volunteer senior advisor.

The State of California and the Port of Los Angeles have directed $12 million to AltaSea, a nonprofit corporation, to fund the construction of the West Coast’s largest blue economy ocean research and development center. Berth 58 – the site of the initial 60,000 square feet of the planned 180,000 feet of the Center of Innovation at AltaSea – will be the first fully renovated structure on AltaSea’s 35-acre campus at the Port of Los Angeles. The center will house ocean-focused businesses specializing in sustainable aquaculture, offshore renewable energy, and underwater robotics, as well as supporting educational and workforce development initiatives. California State Senator Steven Bradford and California State Assemblyman Patrick O’Donnell led an effort to secure $6 million in state funding to match the Port of Los Angeles’ $6 million commitment. Construction on the Center of Innovation is anticipated to commence by mid-2022 and be completed in the first half of 2023.

AltaSea at the Port of Los Angeles, together with LA City Council District 15, is hosting its second annual Blue Hour, an event that will amplify and promote the benefits of a healthy ocean and growing blue economy, as well as educating the next generation on ocean exploration and conservation, through the work of world-class artists. Blue Hour: Ocean of Inclusion will be a two-part visual experience, with artist exhibits preceding the main event. The event will take place at Angels Gate Park in San Pedro on October 9, with the artist exhibits from 4:30-6 PM and the main event from 7-9 PM. Tickets to the event are on sale now. More information can be found here: https://altasea-project-blue.org/the-blue-hour-2021/.

AltaSea at the Port of Los Angeles has announced a new partnership with University of Southern California (USC) professor Dr. Sergey Nuzhdin of the Dornsife College, Biological Sciences Department, to establish an expansive seaweed lab – the Nuzhdin Research Laboratory – on the AltaSea campus. The 6,000 square foot lab will be the home to groundbreaking research on regenerative aquaculture as well as commercial application of new technologies in aquafarming.

AltaSea at the Port of Los Angeles, in collaboration with Cal State Northridge’s (CSUN) Institute for Sustainability and The Los Angeles Coalition for the Economy & Jobs, announced a series of webinars focused on aquaculture, called “Blue + Green 2021.” Pre-registration for the events is required. The link to sign up is: https://altasea-project-blue.org/blue-green-2021/.