Katapult Ocean

In Katapult Ocean we see the need for and invest in sustainable food solutions. We believe that seaweed will be an increasingly used ingredient in the years to come and have invested in promising companies within the field. Our portfolio company Oregon Seaweed produce Pacific Dulse and sell it through New Seasons Market. Thank you Chuck Toombs for producing more sustainable food for the world! If you need inspiration for how to use seaweed in your food, you may find some recipes here: https://lnkd.in/d3kviwSV Jonas Skattum Svegaarden, Ross Brooks, Anthony Bellafiore, Sam Selig, Ingrid H. Maurstad, Sindre Østgård, Tharald Nustad, Alison Fort, Hedda Vonen, Jan Kästingschäfer

🌟 A perfect example of the great founders we have in our portfolio companies where the triple bottom line is important. The triple bottom line is a business concept that states firms should commit to measuring their social and environmental impact—in addition to their financial performance—rather than solely focusing on generating profit, or the standard bottom line. In the long run we believe that this gives the companies a competitive advantage. You and the rest of the Matter. team are true role models, Adam Root! 💙 Jonas Skattum Svegaarden, Ross Brooks, Sam Selig, Anthony Bellafiore, Ingrid H. Maurstad, Kabir P., Hedda Vonen, Jan Kästingschäfer, Sindre Østgård, Tharald Nustad, Alison Fort, Nicole Kapel, Jessica Middlemiss CEng FIMMM, Martin Allman, David Gray, Reuben Kettle Aiers, Sarah A.

Intern Takeover part 4: As part of the intern takeover at Katapult Ocean, I want to share a bit about my experience of moving from Germany to Norway. A year ago, I took the step to Oslo to study Sustainable Finance at BI Norwegian Business School. This move has been an incredible adventure, and I’ve fallen in love with Norway’s breathtaking nature. The stunning landscapes and outdoor activities have inspired me to become more sporty; I even started going for runs in minus degrees. Surprisingly, the winters here weren’t as harsh as I had imagined. Learning Norwegian has been a fun challenge, and I’m proud to say my skills are “ikke så verst” (not too bad) after one year. Knowing English and German definitely made it easier to pick up the language. And while Norway might not be famous for its cuisine, I’ve developed a love for Norwegian waffles and Lefse with butter and sugar. Despite the cliché that it’s hard to make friends in Norway, I’ve met many wonderful people and built a great network. Moving here has really enriched my life. I feel lucky to be able to study and intern in such a beautiful place, all while diving into my passion for sustainability. Jan Jonas Skattum Svegaarden, Ross Brooks, Sam Selig, Anthony Bellafiore, Ingrid H. Maurstad, Kabir P., Hedda Vonen, Sindre Østgård, Tharald Nustad, Alison Fort, Jan Kästingschäfer

Intern takeover part 3: Hey everyone, 👋 I’m Jan Kästingschäfer from Germany and currently spending my summer at Katapult Ocean as an intern. Last year, I moved to Oslo to study Sustainable Finance as a master’s at Handelsh��yskolen BI - Norwegian Business School, combining my passion for sustainability with my excitement for mathematical finance. This internship is my first dive into the ocean investment world 💶 🌍 and it’s been an exciting experience so far. Every day brings new challenges and opportunities to learn, from evaluating the potential of innovative startups to understanding the intricacies of impact investing. Working with all the brilliant people 🤓 - both the dedicated team at Katapult and the founders of startups with their innovative ideas - is very inspiring: to see their passion and dedication to creating sustainable and scalable businesses that contribute to the positive change. What I really like about the internship is that I was part of the team from day one. I’ve been given lots of responsibilities and the flexibility to approach tasks in my own way. This hands-on approach has allowed me to apply my theoretical knowledge in real-world scenarios, gaining firsthand insights into how sustainable finance contributes to fostering a blue economy and understanding the practices of Venture Capital and Impact Investment. I’m looking forward to continuing to learn and to support the team during the remaining weeks of this internship. Jonas Skattum Svegaarden, Ross Brooks, Ingrid H. Maurstad, Sam Selig, Anthony Bellafiore, Hedda Vonen, Sindre Østgård, Tharald Nustad, Alison Fort

🌎 As most of our followers probably know, the ocean covers over 70 per cent of the Earth’s surface, but only around five per cent of it has actually been explored. 💡 This is largely because investigating and monitoring underwater environments is much more difficult and expensive than land-based exploration. Our portfolio company Syrenna and the great founder team Ester Strømmen, Alex Alcocer and Becky Wightman is working on this.  Read more about their tech in this article from Springwise Jonas Skattum Svegaarden, Ross Brooks, Ingrid H. Maurstad, Sam Selig, Anthony Bellafiore, Sindre Østgård, Tharald Nustad, Alison Fort, Hedda Vonen, Jan Kästingschäfer

✨ Great news from our portfolio company SolarDuck! Yesterday the Merganser was successfully installed 12 kilometers off the coast of Scheveningen in the Netherlands. Read more about the Merganser project here: https://lnkd.in/dxaDVSkW Amazing work Koen Burgers, Don Hoogendoorn, Olaf de Swart, Harry Post, Ewoud Huiskamp, Francisco Guillermo Vozza & the whole the SolarDuck-team! Jonas Skattum Svegaarden, Ross Brooks, Sam Selig, Anthony Bellafiore, Ingrid H. Maurstad, Sindre Østgård, Kabir P., Hedda Vonen, Tharald Nustad, Alison Fort

On this 4th of July at 1 pm CEST you can join a live stream of a remotely-operated dive at Loki's castle hydrothermal vent field in the Arctic, 2300 meters below sea level. Hydrothermal vents in the deep sea are extreme habitats where hot water rich in minerals gushes from cracks in the Earth's crust, creating unique ecosystems that operate independently of sunlight. During the live stream, the animals and microorganisms inhabiting these areas will be explored, delving into geochemistry, and collecting samples. The deep sea remains largely unexplored and inaccessible for most people. This live stream aims to provide an opportunity to experience a deep-sea dive straight from the remotely-operated vehicle (ROV) mission room, with commentary from the scientists onboard the research vessel G.O. SARS. The event is hosted by the #RIALHEproject (Remote Intelligent Access to Labs in Higher Education), in collaboration with the Centre for Deep Sea Research at University of Bergen targeting students, educators, researchers, in addition to the general public. Register for the live stream and receive updates for dive start.

🌊 Intern Takeover part 2; My Passion for Freediving 🌊 As part of the intern takeover at Katapult Ocean, I want to share a bit about one of my biggest passions: Freediving. A year ago, I had the incredible opportunity to sail from the Philippines to Papua New Guinea. During this journey, I fulfilled a lifelong dream of swimming with mantarays. These majestic creatures, known for their impressive wingspan and graceful movements, left a lasting impression on me. Freediving is not only a way for me to explore underwater life and witness biodiversity up close, but it also provides a sense of peace and freedom that I truly cherish. It is both physically and mentally challenging, and it helps me connect with nature on a profound level. Combining my love for the ocean with my studies in bioeconomy, I'm constantly inspired to find sustainable ways to protect and utilize our biological resources. I feel privileged to be able to pursue my passions both at work and in my free time 🤩 Jonas Skattum Svegaarden, Ross Brooks, Sam Selig, Anthony Bellafiore, Ingrid H. Maurstad, Sindre Østgård, Tharald Nustad, Alison Fort

👋 Intern Takeover at Katapult Ocean! 🚀 Hi everyone! My name is Hedda Vonen. I am currently an intern at Katapult Ocean. I chose to apply for an internship at Katapult Ocean due to my love for the ocean. Their work on sustainable ocean utilization and blue bioeconomy immediately captured my interest. Katapult Ocean is at the forefront of this field, and I wanted to be part of it. Working here has been a valuable experience. The team is dedicated and innovative, focusing on making a positive impact on our ocean. My tasks have included working on the impact report, providing insights into impact investing and new technologies. I am also pursuing a master's degree in Bioeconomy - Biobased Value Creation and Business Development at NMBU - Norwegian University of Life Sciences. This allows me to contribute to innovative environmental solutions, something I am passionate about. I feel privileged to combine my academic pursuits with practical experience at Katapult Ocean. Stay tuned for more updates from our intern team, where we will share more about our passions and experiences! If you want to read Katapult Ocean's Impact report 2023 you can find it here: https://lnkd.in/e8s8Xzk8

Today, our friends at The Earthshot Prize are livestreaming the Stories of Impact Showcase, hosted in partnership with Bloomberg Philanthropies. Hosted by Mike Bloomberg, the showcase will spotlight incredible stories of impact and collaboration as The Earthshot Prize works to bring groundbreaking environmental solutions to scale. Check it out! ⏰ When: Thursday 27th June, 12:30 BST 🗺 Where: https://lnkd.in/eNq6VpGN Katapult Ocean is proud to be an Official Nominator to The Earthshot Prize -- a global environmental initiative, focused on advancing game-changing innovations that are making significant progress towards the five Earthshots: 🌳 Protect and Restore Nature 💨 Clean our Air 🌊 Revive our Oceans ♻ Build a Waste-Free World 🌎 Fix our Climate Hannah Jones Jonas Skattum Svegaarden Sindre Østgård Tharald Nustad Alison Fort Ingrid H. Maurstad Ross Brooks Anthony Bellafiore Sam Selig Kabir P. Jan Kästingschäfer