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AltaSea Expands Leadership Team with Milken Institute & Berggruen Institute Alum Jade Clemons
Landmark Wave Energy Legislation Heads to California Governor Newsom’s Desk after Unanimously Passing California Legislature
AltaSea and Kearny Point Launch Collaborative Effort to Promote Sustainability, Blue and Green Economy
AltaSea Teams Up With CSUN, Santa Monica College, and LA Coalition for Third Annual Seminar Series on Aquaculture in the Emerging Blue Economy
Third annual series to feature nationwide experts in aquaculture and focus on the economics of the aquaculture industry. April 11, 2023 11:15 AM Eastern Daylight Time LOS ANGELES–(BUSINESS WIRE)–AltaSea at
California Department of Fish and Wildlife Opens Field Office at AltaSea at the Port of Los Angeles
CDFW’s move will help engage more students in underserved communities as part of Department’s JEDI goals March 29, 2023 12:00 PM Eastern Daylight Time LOS ANGELES–(BUSINESS WIRE)–AltaSea at the Port
Social Investment Leader Tara Roth Joins AltaSea Board of Trustees
LOS ANGELES–(BUSINESS WIRE)–AltaSea at the Port of Los Angeles is pleased to announce that Tara Roth has joined the organization’s Board of Trustees. Roth brings a wealth of experience and
EIN, AltaSea, the Japanese Consulate, Japan House LA, and UCLA Hold DriveH2 Symposium at Site of Forthcoming Hydrogen Education Center
LOS ANGELES–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Energy Independence Now (EIN), AltaSea at the Port of Los Angeles, the Japanese Consulate, Japan House Los Angeles, and UCLA jointly hosted a symposium Monday featuring two expert
Blue Economy to Receive Massive Economic Boost Thanks to Beneficial State Bank and AltaSea
LOS ANGELES–(BUSINESS WIRE)–AltaSea at the Port of Los Angeles, the nation’s leading destination for the blue economy, and Beneficial State Bank officially cut the ribbon on the bank’s newest commercial
NJ Businesswoman & Philanthropist Wendy Neu, Milken Institute’s Matt Horton to Join AltaSea’s Board of Trustees in 2023
LOS ANGELES–(BUSINESS WIRE)–AltaSea at the Port of Los Angeles is pleased to announce the addition of New Jersey philanthropist and entrepreneur Wendy Neu and Matt Horton, a Director at Milken
AltaSea White Paper Details Benefit of Sustainable Green Hydrogen Market
In collaboration with leading environmental groups and public/private stakeholders, the 52-page report provides blueprint for decarbonization of the maritime transportation and goods movement in LA. LOS ANGELES (October 28, 2022)
UCLA’s SeaChange Technology to be Showcased at AltaSea at the Port of LA
The arrival of the carbon capture barge coincides with UCLA’s expanded presence in the South Bay with the purchase of Marymount University and its residential buildings located in San Pedro.
Famous Oceanographer Sylvia Earle and EECI’s Barbara Stanton Honored at AltaSea’s Third Annual Blue Hour
Blue Hour 3: The Warehouse, AltaSea’s annual fundraiser and art show, also featured art from David LaChapelle and Taiji Terasaki in collaboration with Parley for the Oceans. October 13, 2022
Famous Oceanographer Sylvia Earle – First Person to Walk Solo on the Sea Floor – to Headline AltaSea’s Third Annual Blue Hour
Blue Hour 3: The Warehouse will feature world-renowned artists David LaChapelle and Taiji Terasaki in collaboration with Parley for the Oceans, along with local artists as they blend art with
Santa Monica College and AltaSea Collaborate to Catalyze Workforce Development in the Blue Economy
Funding from Builders Initiative and U.S. Sen. Alex Padilla Enable Innovative Program August 22, 2022 03:11 PM Eastern Daylight Time LOS ANGELES–(BUSINESS WIRE)–The health of our planet and the future
We Need All the Kelp We Can Get: AltaSea Open House to Feature Floating Science Lab, Art Installation Sneak Peek, and Discussion on Kelp and Aquaculture
AltaSea’s third open house of the year will feature a discussion on aquaculture, with kid-friendly science activities including a floating research lab and art workshop July 20, 2022 04:52 PM
AltaSea at the Port of Los Angeles to Host UN Ocean Conference Side Event
Livestream event to focus on: “Leveraging Blue Economy Solutions for A Sustainable Goods Movement Ecosystem” June 22, 2022 02:06 PM Eastern Daylight Time LOS ANGELES–(BUSINESS WIRE)–In conjunction with the 2022
AltaSea, CSUN, LA Coalition, and Santa Monica College to Hold Second Annual Webinar Series Focused on Aquaculture for the Economy and Ecosystem
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Jacob Scott jscott@vectisstrategies.com LOS ANGELES, CA (May 24, 2022) – AltaSea at the Port of Los Angeles, in collaboration with Cal State Northridge’s (CSUN) Institute for
Grand Vision Foundation Presents Small Island Big Song A Live Music and Multimedia Concert Championing Environmental Awareness and Cultural Preservation
For Immediate Release: April 6, 2022 Grand Vision Foundation Presents Small Island Big Song A Live Music and Multimedia
Tekevar and AltaSea Collaborate to Showcase UAS Marine and Ocean Missions to LA Students
AltaSea at the Port of Los Angeles and global Unmanned Aerial System (UAS) maker Tekever have entered into an MOU to collaborate on key ocean and marine initiatives. The AltaSea/Tekever
UCLA’s Institute for Carbon Management to Demonstrate Carbon Removal Technologies on AltaSea Campus at Port of Los Angeles
LOS ANGELES–(BUSINESS WIRE)–AltaSea and the UCLA Samueli School of Engineering’s Institute for Carbon Management (ICM) have announced an agreement to demonstrate carbon removal technologies on the 35-acre AltaSea campus at the Port
Senator Padilla Announces $600K Grant to AltaSea for Hands-On Blue Economy Educational Programs
AltaSea is the only nonprofit organization in LA focused on climate change and job creation to receive funding. March 16, 2022 01:20 PM Eastern Daylight Time LOS ANGELES–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Senator Alex
TEXEL and AltaSea to bring urgently needed new energy storage technology to the California market
STOCKHOLM, Feb. 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — Cost-effective and circular energy storage is needed to utilize renewable energy and move away from fossil fuels. Markets like California have reached the end of the road; it is
Terry Tamminen, AltaSea CEO & Former CalEPA Secretary, Praises Governor Gavin Newsom’s Environmental Commitment in State Budget
January 11, 2022 04:24 PM Eastern Standard Time LOS ANGELES–(BUSINESS WIRE)–AltaSea at the Port of Los Angeles CEO and former CalEPA Secretary Terry Tamminen issued the following statement after Governor
AltaSea Taps Former CalEPA Secretary Terry Tamminen as Next CEO
Tamminen, Governor Schwarzenegger’s climate change expert, starts January 1. AltaSea’s Board of Directors was attracted to his global environmental leadership. The Guardian ranked Tamminen #1 in its 2008 “Top 50
State of California & Port of LA Bet Big on AltaSea – $12M Will Fund Building of West Coast’s Largest Blue Economy R&D Center of Innovation
LOS ANGELES–(BUSINESS WIRE)–The State of California and the Port of Los Angeles have directed $12 million to AltaSea, a nonprofit corporation, to fund the construction of the West Coast’s largest
World-Renowned Schmidt Ocean Institute, Robert Downey Jr.’s FootPrint Coalition, and Philippe Cousteau, Jr. to accept awards at AltaSea’s Second Annual Blue Hour
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Jacob Scott jscott@vectisstrategies.com 412-445-7719 Blue Hour: Ocean of Inclusion will blend art with ocean conservation in a visual journey, beginning at Angels Gate Cultural and ending
USC’s Sustainable Seaweed Aquaculture Lab Lands at AltaSea
Dr. Sergey Nuzhdin’s 6,000 square foot aquaculture lab joins Holdfast Aquaculture and Carlsbad Aquafarms, accelerating AltaSea as the hub for aquaculture in Southern California LOS ANGELES, CA (July 19,
The Blue Economy Meets Green Energy @ AltaSea: Historic Warehouse to host Nation’s Largest Solar Installation at an Ocean R&D Center
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Jacob Scott jscott@vectisstrategies.com 412-445-7719 The installation will be the Nation’s largest solar powered ocean R&D facility and the second-largest solar installation at a US Port. The
AltaSea and Cal State University, Northridge To Hold Inaugural Webinar Series Focused on Aquaculture for the Economy and Ecosystem
AltaSea’s first annual aquaculture-focused series will feature globally respected experts and provide an opportunity to learn about this important effort to combat climate change April 23, 2021 02:44 PM Eastern
USC’s Center for Sustainability Solutions Council Names AltaSea’s CEO to Advisory Board
McOsker joins a diverse group of leaders and innovators in working to solve urban environmental challenges. LOS ANGELES (April 8, 2021) – Tim McOsker, CEO of AltaSea at the Port
A Tax Day Opportunity to Focus on Ocean Sustainability: Giving Pledge Philanthropist Melanie Lundquist & LA City Councilmember Joe Buscaino on AltaSea’s April 15 Webinar
Multi-Emmy award-winning journalist Val Zavala to moderate the conversation focused on the importance of the ocean, and what the future holds for ocean sustainability. LOS ANGELES (April 6, 2021)
AltaSea & Flying Lion Launch Scientific and Educational Partnership To Develop An “Unmanned Aircraft System Center of Excellence”
Port of LA Executive Director Gene Seroka commends the partnership’s efforts to drive innovation in the Blue Economy. AltaSea at the Port of Los Angeles and Flying Lion, Inc. (FLI)
Lessons Learned Post 9/11 and Economic Collapse in a COVID-19 World
By Timothy B. McOsker Publised by dot.la. The COVID-19 crisis and national emergency reminds me of the challenges following the tragedy of September 11. I had the honor then of
California Philanthropists Richard and Melanie Lundquist Donate $5 Million to AltaSea at the Port of Los Angeles
Gift commemorates late Annenberg Foundation Executive Director Leonard Aube LOS ANGELES (November 21, 2019) — Southern California philanthropists Richard and Melanie Lundquist have made a $5 million gift to AltaSea
California Philanthropists Richard and Melanie Lundquist Donate $5 Million to AltaSea at the Port of Los Angeles
Gift commemorates late Annenberg Foundation Executive Director Leonard Aube LOS ANGELES (November 21, 2019) — Southern California philanthropists Richard and Melanie Lundquist have made a $5 million gift to AltaSea
AltaSea at the Port of Los Angeles Awarded $2.1M Natural Resources Agency Grant
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE AltaSea at the Port of Los Angeles is pleased to announce that it competed for and has been awarded a 2.1 million dollar grant from the State
AltaSea at the Port of Los Angeles Awarded $2.1M Natural Resources Agency Grant
For Immediate Release Media Contact: Robin Aube, (424) 210-4973 raube@altasea.org AltaSea at the Port of Los Angeles is pleased to announce that it competed for has been awarded a 2.1
AltaSea Joins The Longest Swim As Ben Lecomte Prepares to Cross Pacific Ocean
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Sept. 12, 2017 AltaSea Joins The Longest Swim As Ben Lecomte Prepares to Cross Pacific Ocean Record Holder’s Initiative to Highlight Plastics Pollution, Generate Ocean and Human
AltaSea, Boys & Girls Clubs Sign Long-Term Deal
For Immediate Release August 24, 2017 AltaSea, Boys & Girls Clubs Sign Long-Term Deal Agreement Brings Together Los Angeles Harbor Non-Profits Building a Better San Pedro Region LOS ANGELES, CALIF.
Design Unveiled for AltaSea’s Ocean-Based “Campus for Innovation”
Gensler’s Architecture Facilitates Convergence of Science, Business and Education LOS ANGELES, May 26, 2016 – AltaSea today unveiled Gensler’s architectural renderings of its newly-designed, 35-acre “campus for innovation” at the
AltaSea at the Port of Los Angeles, Reef Check and Los Angeles Maritime Institute Announce “Student Ocean Scientist” Program to Engage Youth in Ocean-Based Learning
Educational collaboration focused on teaching middle school children how to carry out scientific investigations of the Los Angeles Harbor and coastal waters. (Los Angeles, CA) – March 7, 2016. AltaSea