COAST Talks Podcast

Paige Whitehead of Lux Bio joins us to share her incredible journey from a spark of inspiration to a mission with global impact. It all started with a simple question after encountering plastic waste at a BC music festival: "Why not use nature's light instead?" That thought drove her to harness bioluminescence, creating a sustainable alternative to the toxic glow sticks used in everything from com...

Joost Remmers of engineering firm TWD shares how global innovations in marine infrastructure and installation methods can accelerate British Columbia's responsible development of tidal, wave, and offshore wind energy.

On today’s episode of COAST Talks, we’re thrilled to welcome Voytek Klaptocz, Co-Founder and CEO of Offshore Designs Limited. Based in Vancouver, BC, Offshore Designs works on Industrial Robotic Ship Hull Cleaning to improve fuel efficiency, reduce greenhouse gas emissions, improve maintenance costs, and protect the environment from invasive species.

On today’s episode of COAST Talks, we’re thrilled to welcome Moronke Harris, an award-winning deep-sea scientist with experience in climate engineering and intergovernmental, multi-vessel research expedition planning on the high seas. Currently completing graduate studies in Oceanography at the University of Victoria, her research focuses on innovations provided by the most unexplored areas of the...

What makes British Columbia such a compelling place to start and scale ocean ventures? During this special edition of the COAST Talks podcast, we take the mic to discuss the results from our recent BC Blue Economy Ecosystem Survey—and explore its broader implications for the future of the ocean sector. Then, we share how these findings lined up to inform the conceptualization and launch of COAST's...

If you're up on seaweed-based bioplastics innovation, you may have heard of PhyCo Technologies. This Vancouver-founded company is focused on not only crafting a resilient, totally compostable alternative to plastics—they're working closely with First Nations communities in British Columbia to do it. Tune in to Ranah Chavoshi, CEO and co-founder, as she shares more about PhyCo's approach, their vis...

In 2024, Norway debuted the world's first autonomously piloted ferry in the Trondheim fjord. What will it take to bring this technology to Canada? More flexible and adaptive than traditional public transit systems such as rail or metro, public ferries are a promising way to adapt to fast-growing urban populations in coastal areas, particularly here in British Columbia. Vancouver's Sea Bus welcomes...

Up to 70% of all ocean macro plastics are "ghost gear" — discarded, lost, or abandoned fishing gear. This poses a risk to ocean ecosystems and the communities who depend on them. Among their other projects, Victoria-based Ocean AID ( https://oceanaid.ca/ ) has been working to help coastal communities tackle ghost gear by leveraging real-time AI to detect underwater objects to facilitate efficient,...

On this episode of COAST Talks, host Jason Goldsworthy, Executive Director of COAST, explores sustainable tourism within the blue economy with guests Daniel and Bushra Savard, owners of the Swept Away Inn. Learn how they transformed a US Navy minesweeper into a unique bed and breakfast in Port Alberni, BC, blending family-style Moroccan dining with eco-friendly tourism. Discover how their floating...

On this episode of COAST Talks, host Jason Goldsworthy, Executive Director of COAST, as he chats with Dan Shumuk, Director of Product Development at AXYS Technologies. They delve into innovations in environmental monitoring, focusing on AXYS Technologies' cutting-edge floating lidar for offshore wind energy. Discover the importance of quality data, the multidisciplinary approach of their engineeri...

Ever wondered how innovation is shaping the future of the marine industry? Our latest episode explores maritime transformation with Jennifer Busler, Innovation Manager at Seaspan. From shipbuilding artistry to cutting-edge tech, explore how craftsmanship meets innovation to shape Seaspan's portfolio. Join us as we uncover the role of digital twins in modern shipbuilding and more!

Discover the forefront of oceanic research and innovation with COAST's latest podcast episode! Join us for an engaging conversation with Scott Beatty, Founder & CEO of MarineLabs, as we explore climate change, conservation, and cutting-edge technology. Let MarineLabs' expertise guide you through this captivating journey. Learn how MarineLabs is shaping the future of our oceans, leading towards sus...

A world powered by the natural flow of water is the vision Dorn Beattie and Patrick Marshall from Swordfish Energy are envisaging with their revolutionary horizontal axis turbine technology. Explore their journey from fuel-efficient boat tech pioneers to potentially reshaping power generation for entire communities in this COAST Talks podcast episode. It's more than a turbine introduction; it's a...

Do you ever worry about ocean conditions affecting your business? This very problem could be alleviated by the remarkable software developed by DSA Ocean. In this episode of COAST talks podcast we are joined by Dean Steinke, the CEO and co-founder of DSA Ocean, as he unravels the power of ocean engineering and the remarkable ProteusDS, a marine dynamic analysis software that's revolutionizing the...

Akvafuture's technology could be the next big thing in the aquaculture industry. Dean Trethewy, Managing Director at Akvafuture, shares why they developed their trademark “ecosalmon” and how their patented closed barrier technology helps control salmon production while improving sustainability.

We're learning more about an ocean-based solution to a carbon-emitting problem - a product that’s been described as a revolutionary approach to marine construction. John Richardson, CEO of SeaBrick , joins us to talk about how his company is creating floating cities made from kelp.

Chris Baker grew up sailing in the Pacific Ocean near his home in Comox, B.C., and his love of the water continued as an adult. His company Alberni Yachts is building zero emission aluminum luxury yachts designed for living and doing business on the water. We learn about the mission behind the company and how his work supports the sustainable blue economy.

Tasha Nathanson is passionate about sustainable footwear. She’s spearheading an innovative new company manufacturing wholesale fish leather, creating a product that’s as tough as its animal counterpart. She shares her entrepreneurial journey with us, and what she’d like to accomplish for her business.

Jason Goldsworthy, COAST's Executive Director, talks with Phil Osborne, Senior Coastal Geomorphologist, who is also the Chair of Coastal Zone Canada's 2023 conference. Learn how humans impact our shorelines and what’s being done to mitigate damage and promote a healthy, biodiverse marine environment.