Ocean Rainforest is a Faroe Islands based sustainable grower and processor of seaweed.

The company addresses three impact pillars: from an environmental perspective, cultivating seaweed at scale is associated with significant enhancement of marine biodiversity and water quality. Seaweed-based fertilisers and animal feed also contribute to the sustainable agriculture transition. From a consumer perspective, consumption of seaweed-based products improves the digestive system and brings anti-inflammatory and other benefits. Finally, from a socio-economic perspective, the company creates positive impact for coastal communities, creating jobs and positioning the Faroe Islands at the forefront of sustainable seaweed cultivation.

Triodos Food Transition Europe Fund has been a minority shareholder in Ocean Rainforest since September 2024. With this first investment in the sustainable aquaculture sector, the fund is not only tapping into an attractive global growth market, it also contributes to Triodos’ nature-based solutions targets given the positive impact seaweed has on biodiversity, and because of its carbon capture capacity.