Can Probiotics Save our Coral Reefs? Benjamin Alva, Azul Bio

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In this podcast episode, Abigail interviews Benjamin, founder of Azul Bio and participant in the Ocean Pitch Contest by the Sustainable Ocean Alliance.

The discussion focuses on Benjamin's startup, which aims to save coral reefs from extinction caused by ocean warming. Benjamin explains the importance of coral reefs for ocean life and human livelihoods and describes Azul Bio's innovative solution: coral microbiome boosters.

These boosters enhance the heat tolerance of coral reefs, helping them survive and recover from bleaching events.

Benjamin highlights the technical aspects of their solution, the potential impact on global coral conservation, and the importance of collaboration with other coral restoration organizations.

The conversation also covers the business aspects of Azul Bio, their funding journey, and the future prospects of their technology.

00:00 Introduction and Welcome

00:22 The Problem: Coral Reef Extinction

00:55 Understanding Coral Bleaching

01:35 Human Impact and Coastal Protection

03:34 Azul Bio's Innovative Solution

04:13 Microbiome Boosters in Detail

09:21 Field Application and Testing

13:06 Business Model and Partnerships

16:59 Challenges and Future Plans

26:08 Funding and Competitions

30:52 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
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