Reviving the
lifeforce
of our ocean's
ecosystems.

A charitable trust that regenerates Aotearoa's coastal ecosystems.

Ocean Regeneration Aotearoa (ORA) is a New Zealand-based marine ecosystem restoration organisation. We restore kelp forests, wild scallop beds and reef ecosystems across Tīkapa Moana Hauraki Gulf.

ORA blends marine science, regenerative ocean farming and innovative conservation finance to support long-term ocean regeneration.

Half a century of pressure has emptied our reefs, shellfish beds and kelp forests.

We exist to fund, build and run impactful projects that bring them back.

Our projects

Four projects,
one shared vision.

Fish and other natural predators help keep kina numbers in check, allowing kelp forests to recover. But when ecosystems are degraded, regeneration can take years. Our work accelerates recovery and helps sustain thriving reefs for generations to come.

ORA Scallops

With New Zealand's scallop fishery currently closed, we're acting with urgency to accelerate the long-term recovery of wild scallop beds.

Greenwave Aotearoa

Using a model of regenerative ocean farming with native seaweed, we are reviving the mauri (life-force) and vitality of our oceans and coastal communities.

ORA Reefs

ORA Reefs has developed the baseline ecological data and methodology for restoring degraded reefs. With your help, we can restore this habitat at scale.

Kinanomics

How can we take an ecosystem problem and turn it into a restorative solution? Kinanomics is validating the market for enhancing wild-caught marginal Kina into a sought-after seafood delicacy.