Stories from the Field
These testimonials showcase the real-world change made possible through collaboration, dedication, and a shared commitment.
Marine Carbon Dioxide Removal Field Trials: Stories of the People Driving Change
Marine carbon dioxide removal field trials are powered by scientists and innovators committed to safeguarding ocean health and addressing the climate crisis. These stories highlight their dedication, creativity, and the human drive behind this emerging field.
Planetary, Vycarb, WHOI, & Captura
Through OceániCO₂ Labs, Ocean Visions Fellow Catalina Reyes Vargas is Charting a Path for mCDR from Latin America
Catalina is a Colombian biologist and microbiologist leading efforts to restore ocean ecosystems and address climate change challenges in Colombia’s unique bi-oceanic landscape through innovative approaches, and the support of prominent partners like Universidad de los Andes.
Catalina Reyes Vargas
Shining a light on the most impactful funding opportunities
Dr. Julie Pullen is an oceanographer, climate tech investor, and Ocean Visions board member. Dr. Pullen shares her perspective on why Ocean Visions is essential to the field of ocean-climate solutions and worthy of support.
Dr. Julie Pullen
Waves of frontline wisdom: International collaboration and inclusion
Dr. Mariam Swaleh is an international advocate for the inclusion of the Global South in the advancement of ocean-climate solutions. She shares her inspiring story and how Ocean Visions helps to support her efforts.
Dr. Mariam Swaleh
Partnership that catalyzes research and elevates solutions
Dr. Kate Moran is an ocean engineer and president of Ocean Networks Canada, a premier research organization for ocean observation, data collection and access, and climate action. Dr. Moran shares her perspective on why Ocean Visions is essential to connecting institutions and industries to advance solutions.
Dr. Kate Moran
Invaluable expertise that advances solutions
Dr. Sophie Chu is a chemical oceanographer and currently serves as Principal Oceanographer and Director of Monitoring, Reporting, and Verification (MRV) at Captura. She shares her experience as part of the Ocean Visions Launchpad program and why it’s been valuable in advancing Captura’s marine carbon dioxide removal (mCDR) work.
Dr. Sophie Chu
Marine carbon dioxide removal skeptic to collaborator
James Gately is a biological oceanographer postdoc working at University of California – Santa Barbara. He serves as an advisor to Captura and CarbonBlue as part of Ocean Visions’ Launchpad program. James shares his journey from marine carbon dioxide removal (mCDR) skeptic to collaborator.