Kelp Forest Foundation

The Kelp Forest Foundation (KFF) is a non-profit charity registered in the Netherlands, driven by a vision to harness the incredible potential of giant kelp for the betterment of our planet.

Despite being one of nature's unsung heroes, giant kelp's vital ecological contributions remain largely unexplored. Kelp forests, however, play a remarkable role in sequestering vast amounts of carbon, offering sustainable solutions to combat climate change, and serving as the cornerstone of diverse marine ecosystems.

The foundation's mission is to bridge the gaps in our understanding of kelp forest ecosystem services. KFF seeks to elevate awareness of the economic and ecological significance of kelp forests, propel groundbreaking research, expand knowledge, and advance the science behind both wild forest restoration and cultivated kelp afforestation.

All research findings and results will be openly accessible, empowering stakeholders such as governments, NGOs, researchers, and businesses to champion the use of kelp forests as potent, nature-based solutions to a wide range of environmental challenges.

KFF's funding will be sourced from a variety of channels, including donations, grants, subsidies, awards, and regular contributions, ensuring the foundation's ability to drive positive change in our world.