Environmental Defense Fund 98d ago

Hawaii has always been shaped by the ocean. For generations, its people have relied on the sea not just for food, but as a foundation of culture, identity, and survival. Today, that deep connection is evolving. As global demand for protein rises and wild fisheries reach their limits, aquaculture is becoming an essential part of feeding the world. But can it be done in a way that protects ocean ecosystems? This film takes you to the open waters off Hawaii, where scientists, farmers, and innovators are working to redefine aquaculture. Cutting-edge ocean farms are exploring how to grow seafood sustainably, using clean ocean currents, advanced technology, and new feed systems that reduce environmental impact. At the heart of it all is a bold idea: that aquaculture can be sustainable, supporting ocean health, strengthening local economies, creating jobs, and helping address the global food challenge in a changing climate. --- Producer: Leslie Von Pless Cinematography and Edit: Mohammad Shahhosseini Special thanks: Clay Tam, Gavin Key, Katie Robak, Maddies Voorhees, Reggie Paros, Sara Carney, Sayo Costantino, Tyler Korte, Blue Ocean Mariculture - https://bofish.com/ Ocean Era, Inc. - https://ocean-era.com/ Mālama Loko Ea Fishpond - https://www.lokoea.org/ The Nature Conservancy and Kīholo Preserve - https://www.nature.org/en-us/get-involved/how-to-help/places-we-protect/kiholo-preserve/ Jack's Diving Locker - https://jacksdivinglocker.com/ --- Vision 2030: https://www.edf.org/vision-2030 --- Follow EDF: https://www.facebook.com/EnvDefenseFund https://www.instagram.com/environmental_defense_fund https://www.twitter.com/EnvDefenseFund https://www.linkedin.com/company/environmental-defense https://www.tiktok.com/@envdefensefund