Greenwave Aotearoa Scholarship Fund

Supporting new entrants into the seaweed aquaculture industry

Purpose and intent

The Greenwave Aotearoa Scholarship is for students who are undertaking undergraduate or postgraduate studies in the fields of Marine Science, Environmental Science or Ecology and Biodiversity, Engineering or Business with particular emphasis on one of our chosen priority study areas. Students must have completed at least two years of undergraduate study and have proven academic ability and show a clear passion and future commitment to their chosen field.  

We will be awarding up to five individuals with $2000 scholarships in 2025.

Need for the scholarship

Industry Challenges: 

  • Limited established best practices for hatchery farming, cultivation, and harvesting.

  • Barriers to scaling sustainable seaweed production to meet global demand.

  • Need for innovative solutions to address productivity, efficiency, and environmental impact.

Importance of New Talent:

  • Inspires individuals and startups to address industry challenges with fresh perspectives.

  • Equips recipients with financial support and knowledge to drive innovation in the seaweed sector.

  • Develops the next generation of leaders committed to sustainable aquaculture practices.

Alignment with Broader Goals:

  • Supports Aotearoa New Zealand’s transition to a low-carbon, sustainable economy.

  • Promotes environmentally responsible resource use and ecosystem restoration.

  • Creates educational and career opportunities aligned with national priorities.

  • Contributes to building a resilient and globally competitive seaweed industry.

Scholarship objectives

  • Support Emerging Talent: Provide financial and educational support to students and new entrants to the seaweed industry.

  • Encourage Best Practices: Focus on fostering knowledge in sustainable cultivation techniques and value-add opportunities.

  • Promote Innovation: Encourage creative solutions and scalable practices in the seaweed sector.

  • Contribute to Industry Growth: Equip the next generation of professionals to support the wider industry’s development and sustainability goals.

Priority study areas

  • Hatchery Processes and System Efficiency

  • Cultivation Techniques and Farming Systems

  • Seaweed Compound Extraction and Product Innovation 

  • Economic and Business Insights for Seaweed Industries

Apply now for the Greenwave Aotearoa scholarship