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Kelp Forests

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The Forest Stands Tall
From kelp forests in the ocean to forests on land, lifeforms evolved together as ecosystems – where function and diversity are more than the sum of the parts. As the world changes rapidly, we must learn from nature and reflect on the strength of this diversity. Stunning cinematography in this film explores how the ocean is intertwined with our lives, and why we must protect it. —GC
The Blue Forest
Kelp forests are one of the most vital ecosystems in the world, sequestering more carbon than equivalent areas on land. In Northern California, more than 97% of kelp has been lost due to climate change. In fact, seaweed and kelp forests around the globe are being threatened by human activity and the global race is on to protect them. Learning from scientists from around the world will help reverse this devastating trend. —AB
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The Ocean Solution
Farming under the sea? Meet Bren Smith, the ocean farming pioneer whose vertical kelp and shellfish farms are transforming the way food is produced. He discovered a new method of restorative ocean farming, producing large quantities of nutritious food while fighting the climate crisis, cleaning the ocean, creating aquatic habitat, and sustaining his organic sea-fairing way of life. —GC
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Hidden Treasure of the Salish Sea
Hidden Treasure of the Salish Sea, Liz Smith, USA (26 mins) The kelp forests of the Puget Sound have long played an essential role in the local ecosystem as a habitat and food source. Today, this foundational species is in decline, but resource managers, scientists, tribal citizens, and advocates are working together to solve the mysteries of conserving and restoring kelp forests.
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The Blue Forest, Philip Hamilton (UK) 35 min

Kelp forests are one of the most vital ecosystems in the world, sequestering more carbon than equivalent areas on land. In Northern California, more than 97% of kelp has been lost due to climate change. In fact, seaweed and kelp forests around the globe are being threatened by human activity and the global race is on to protect them. Learning from scientists from around the world will help reverse this devastating trend.

  • Year
    2021
  • Runtime
    35 minutes
  • Language
    English
  • Country
    United Kingdom
  • Note
    Narrator: CHRIS MORGAN; Editing & Colour Grading: Stefano Ulivi; Photography: PHILIP HAMILTON, SCOTT WILSON; Development Producers: SCOTT WILSON, CESAR VILLARROEL, CLAUDE MARION; Research Assistant: Charlene Minster
  • Director
    Philip Hamilton
  • Screenwriter
    Philip Hamilton
  • Producer
    Philip Hamilton
  • Editor
    Stefano Ulivi
  • Sound Design
    STEFANO ULIVI, AYMERIC DUPAS
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