Frontier Commits $31M to Planetary to Scale Ocean Carbon Removal
At Planetary, we believe the ocean holds one of the most powerful tools for tackling climate change, and today, we’re proud to share a milestone that helps bring this vision closer to reality. Frontier buyers have signed a $31.3 million offtake agreement with Planetary to remove over 115,000 tons of CO₂ between 2026 and 2030 […]
Breaking Ground, Making Waves Episode 4: Indigenous Leadership and Knowledge Systems
A Conversation with Eric Christmas on Indigenous Leadership and Knowledge Systems Meaningful innovation does not happen in isolation. It happens in dialogue with communities, with culture, and with care. That’s why our “Breaking Ground, Making Waves” series has been highlighting the voices of leaders whose work is transforming the way we understand and relate to […]
Planetary’s Summer 2025 Update
Planetary Update: Summer 2025 Edition It’s been a busy few months since our last update, and Halifax has been buzzing. Here’s a roundup of what’s been happening with a spotlight on progress, people, and pivotal moments from Tufts Cove to the global stage. Science & MRV Verified Credit Milestone: Isometric has issued 625.6 tonnes of […]
Planetary’s Commitment to Indigenous Relations
We’re proud to share Planetary’s commitment to the Partnership Accreditation in Indigenous Relations (PAIR) program. This commitment marks the beginning of our journey with the Canadian Council for Indigenous Business’s (CCIB) PAIR program, which is a gold standard in corporate social responsibility focused on Indigenous engagement. Climate solutions must be built in partnership with the […]
Rethinking Readiness: OAE is Here and It’s Delivering
Rethinking Readiness: OAE is here and it is delivering The field of carbon removal is moving fast, and Ocean Alkalinity Enhancement (OAE) is one of the most promising, rapidly maturing approaches we have. In the past year alone, OAE has evolved from promise to proof, with real-world results, third-party oversight, and verified carbon removals. It’s […]
Norfolk OAE Trial Enters Phase 2
This week, Planetary’s system was reinstalled at the Hampton Roads Sanitation District (HRSD) facility in Norfolk, Virginia, marking the beginning of Phase 2 of our ocean alkalinity enhancement (OAE) trial. Originally launched in 2024, this research effort included a planned pause to review findings and prepare for continued work in 2025. With the system now […]
The World’s First Verified OAE Credits
Today marks a turning point in the world of carbon removal. Planetary, in collaboration with Isometric and 350Solutions, has officially delivered the first-ever independently verified carbon removal credits from Ocean Alkalinity Enhancement (OAE). These credits, totaling 625.6 tonnes of CO₂ removed, were generated at our project site in Halifax, Nova Scotia, and purchased by Stripe, […]
Safety Stop Triggers: A Case Study in Success
Overview In May of 2025, Planetary’s environmental monitoring program at the Tufts Cove site flagged unexpected results: elevated levels of some metals in seawater samples. Thanks to our proactive stop-trigger framework, we were able to respond quickly, pause alkalinity addition, and launch a thorough investigation into the anomaly. The result? Validation of our safeguards, the […]
Building Carbon Removal with the Power of the Ocean
Podcast Recap: Why the Ocean Might Just Be Our Best Ally in Climate Repair The climate crisis can feel overwhelming. But it’s also one of the most exciting frontiers for innovation. That energy came through clearly in the latest Disruptors podcast, where Planetary CEO Mike Kelland joined other leaders to discuss carbon removal, ocean health, […]
Planetary Wins $1M XPRIZE Award
A Win for the Climate, Our Coastlines, and Community: Planetary Wins $1M XPRIZE Award On April 23, Planetary was named a winner of the XPRIZE Carbon Removal XFACTOR Award. This is a recognition that comes with a $1 million prize and a much deeper affirmation: That seawater restoration to rebalance the climate is not just […]