ORA & Greenwave Aotearoa

Venture focus:

Establishing regenerative seaweed farming at scale and paving the way for a sustainable seaweed aquaculture industry.

Greenwave Aotearoa's impact

Reviving the mauri/lifeforce and vitality of our ocean and coastal communities through regenerative ocean farming.

Greenwave Aotearoa Website

36,000m

Seaweed Lines Ouplanted

Seaweed species under cultivation

Farms & hatcheries NZ-wide

Scholarships awarded

Internships provided

100%

Commitment to reviving our oceans

Unlocking seaweed's potential

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Greenwave Aotearoa is cultivating a world-leading regenerative seaweed industry from Aotearoa New Zealand. We grow macroalgae to restore marine ecosystems, support coastal livelihoods, and unlock new value in product innovation across agriculture, health, beauty, and beyond.

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With a focus on science, partnership, and Te Ao Māori, we’re building a vertically integrated, impact-led enterprise that transforms seaweed into high-value solutions for our planet, our people, and our pets.

Our vision

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A thriving Blue Economy that regenerates ecosystems and creates lasting cultural, social, and economic value.

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Our mission

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To unlock the full potential of Aotearoa New Zealand’s ocean economy by restoring mauri to our moana (seas), creating lasting regional jobs, and delivering measurable ecological, cultural, and economic outcomes at scale.

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The core focuses

Indigenous Partnership & Cultural Integration

Co-designed governance with iwi and hapū ensures Te Ao Māori values shape our strategy, sites, and supply chain. Our work is aligned with the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and global movement toward nature-based solutions.

Circular Economy & Climate Action

Products that replace synthetics, reduce emissions, and drive sustainable design from the ocean up using cutting edge R&D and proprietary technologies to unlock the potential of Aotearoa’s unique macroalgae species.

Marine Ecosystem Regeneration

We restore biodiversity and enhance water quality, backed by peer-reviewed science and ecosystem monitoring. We measure success not just by revenue, but by what we regenerate.

People & Place-Based Development

Regional bioprocessing hubs, training pathways for rangatahi Māori, and scalable job creation in coastal communities.

Why seaweed?

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Seaweed is a climate-positive solution with untapped potential.

It absorbs carbon, restores biodiversity, and improves water quality—while serving as a powerful input for bio-based products across five high-growth sectors:

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• Agricultural Health – regenerative biostimulants to restore soil and reduce chemical inputs

• Pet Health – natural supplements for vitality, immunity, and wellness

• Human Health – nutraceuticals backed by science and traceability

• Beauty & Personal Care – clean, clinically active cosmeceuticals

• Macroalgae Innovation – sustainable ingredients for future-focused industries

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Do you share our vision to regenerate our oceans?

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