1. Global Bioeconomy Conference in Ireland
2. BERC Conference
3. SCORE: Red Seaweed Workshop
4. Zilberman Blog 5. EBI Recharge Facility 6. EBI Business Incubator 7. Job Opportunities 8. The Strauch C2M Annual Climate Tech Summit 9. Climate Solutions Fund Pitch Day 2026 10. Engineering Biology Initiative Inaugural Symposium 11. Forbes: Helsinki Turns AI’s Biggest Problem Into Heat For 70,000 Homes 12. UCSD: 10 Things to Know About This Very Strong El Niño 13. CBS News: Climate Change Pushed Earth to its Limits in 2026 as Certain “Vital Signs” Reach Record Extremes, Report Says 14. NYT: Trump to Loosen Rules for Oil Firms on Methane, a Potent Warming Gas |
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Global Bioeconomy Conference in Ireland |
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We were thrilled to participate in the AgriWell: From Sea to Soil / Ó Mhuir go Talamh international symposium in Carna, County Galway—an official satellite event of the Global Bioeconomy Summit 2026.
The event brought together industry leaders, researchers, and policymakers to explore the immense potential of marine-derived biostimulants and biopesticides for regenerative agriculture. Our team was front and center advancing these critical circular economy conversations: John Coates, Energy & Biosciences Director, shared key insights into how mass macroalgae cultivation can scale up foundationally to supply sustainable, regenerative agricultural feedstocks globally. And Thiago Correa, PhD, Strategic Planning & Development Director, highlighted the necessary global roadmaps, international partnerships, and policy frameworks required to bring these marine innovations safely from coastal labs to commercial markets. |
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Thiago Correa, EBI Strategic Planning & Development Director, will be moderating the upcoming session, “Oceans and the Kelp Forest Frontier,” on Thursday, October 29 at this year’s BERC Symposium!
As part of this year’s theme—Forests: A Pillar of Climate Resilience—the panel will dive deep into the critical role marine forestry plays in protecting biodiversity, supporting coastal communities, and advancing carbon sequestration.
We are looking forward to a dynamic conversation driven by researchers, advocates, and industry leaders who are scaling these vital efforts. |
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SCORE: Red Seaweed Workshop |
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The Energy & Biosciences Institute (EBI) and the International Bioeconomy & Macroalgae Center (IBMC), in collaboration with the UK Seaweed Network and Seaweed Scotland, invite you to join the SCORE – Scoping Red Seaweed Cultivation Opportunities in the UK workshop on November 17, 2026.
Held as an in-person event a day prior to the SSIA Conference (November 18–19), this interactive workshop is tailored for the UK seaweed industry while featuring dedicated sessions to capture broader global perspectives and key insights from seasoned sector experts. |
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A new blog post is coming soon. David will share fresh insights and thoughtful perspectives drawn from his latest work, travel, and experience. Readers can look forward to engaging analysis and practical takeaways that reflect his deep expertise and ongoing contributions to the field. |
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The fellowship provides one experienced blue-carbon researcher or practitioner with $60,000 over two years for multidisciplinary work spanning science, policy, finance, community engagement, or communications. Eligible ecosystems explicitly include kelp forests alongside mangroves, salt marshes, and seagrasses, with applications welcomed globally and researchers from the Global South particularly encouraged. Applications close November 23, 2026. |
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Margaret A. Davidson Graduate Fellowship |
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NOAA, in coordination with the University of Michigan Water Center, is excited to announce that we are now accepting applications for the 2027–2029 cohort of the Margaret A. Davidson Graduate Fellowship. This opportunity supports graduate students conducting collaborative research at National Estuarine Research Reserves across the country. |
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Bakar Labs Campus Programs: Call for $100K Projects |
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Check out the 2027 Berkeley Climate Action Proof-of-Concept Program (BCAPP) – up to $100K for your project. Apps close NOV 23. Online info sessions OCT 29 11 AM to learn more. BCAPP helps Berkeley faculty advance validated, targeted proof-of-concept tech towards commercial readiness and the real world.
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The Strauch C2M Annual Climate Tech Summit |
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The Strauch Cleantech to Market Program (C2M) is UC Berkeley’s flagship climate tech accelerator and interdisciplinary graduate course, with a mission to develop the next generation of climate leaders while accelerating the commercialization of transformative climate technologies to drive real-world impact. |
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Climate Solutions Fund Pitch Day 2026 |
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MBA student teams compete to secure a $250K investment for a company working towards climate solutions. Haas Student Investment Partners will pitch the deals to a panel of expert judges. Winner’s company gets the investment from Climate Solutions Fund. 9 am to 1 pm at Haas. |
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Engineering Biology Initiative Inaugural Symposium |
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The Engineering Biology Initiative Inaugural Symposium will bring together the engineering biology community for a morning of research, innovation, and connection. The program will feature a keynote by Dr. Dawn Beraud, UCSF Resource Allocation Program (RAP) awardee project presentations highlighting EBi-supported research, fast-paced lightning talks, and an interactive poster session and networking to showcase emerging work across the community. |
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Forbes: Helsinki Turns AI’s Biggest Problem Into Heat For 70,000 Homes |
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A new project in Helsinki, Finland, aims to transform waste heat from AI data centers into a source of energy for local communities. Data center developer OnZero and energy company Helen plan to launch an AI Heat Factory in 2027, using industrial heat pumps to redirect excess server heat into the city’s district heating network. The facility is expected to supply up to 525,000 megawatt-hours of heat annually, enough for approximately 70,000 apartments. The project highlights how innovative energy systems could improve resource efficiency, reduce reliance on combustion, and make data centers part of a more sustainable energy future. |
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UCSD: 10 Things to Know About This Very Strong El Niño |
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Scientists at Scripps Institution of Oceanography are warning that a potentially historic El Niño event in 2026–2027 could intensify ocean warming and place additional stress on marine ecosystems. Already, record-high sea surface temperatures along the California coast are raising concerns about coastal flooding, erosion, and disruptions to marine food webs. Southern California’s giant kelp forests are particularly vulnerable, as warmer waters and reduced nutrient-rich upwelling limit kelp growth and survival. Researchers are monitoring these changes to better understand how El Niño could shape coastal ecosystems and inform ongoing kelp forest restoration efforts. |
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CBS News: Climate Change Pushed Earth to its Limits in 2026 as Certain “Vital Signs” Reach Record Extremes, Report Says |
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A new report published in BioScience warns that Earth’s climate system is approaching critical limits, with seven of 16 key climate indicators reaching record extremes in 2026. Rising global temperatures, record ocean warming, melting glaciers, and intensifying wildfires are increasing the risk of irreversible ecosystem changes. Researchers emphasize that while renewable energy adoption is growing, progress remains insufficient to stabilize the climate. The findings underscore the need for faster greenhouse gas emissions reductions, ecosystem protection, and innovative approaches to building a more resilient and sustainable future. |
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NYT: Trump to Loosen Rules for Oil Firms on Methane, a Potent Warming Gas |
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The Trump administration is moving to loosen federal rules aimed at reducing methane emissions from oil and gas operations, including requirements for monitoring leaks and the Methane Super Emitter Program. Methane traps significantly more heat than carbon dioxide in the short term and contributes substantially to global warming. The proposed changes could affect hundreds of thousands of marginal oil and gas wells, which account for a disproportionate share of industry methane emissions. The rollback highlights ongoing tensions between energy production costs and efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, even as some states pursue stronger methane regulations. |
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