Vashon Kelp Forest

The Vashon Kelp Forest LLC project team is exploring the establishment of a regenerative ocean seaweed forest in Puyallup waters off the coast of Vashon Island in the second half of 2023. The goal is to launch a start-up company that can be financially sustainable through the sale of kelp as well as help the ocean and Vashon community in the following three ways: • Improve the environment and marine habitat of Puget Sound with a focus on restoration of the historic kelp beds of the Colvos Passage. • Be a foundational research platform for academic institutions and nonprofit organizations to learn about the Puget Sound marine ecosystem and the unique role that seaweed plays. • Create additional income and employment opportunities for the Vashon community.