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Plan Sea: Ocean Interventions to Address Climate Change

Wil Burns and Anna Madlener
Marine Carbon Dioxide Removal
Ocean Alkalinity Enhancement
Carbon Dioxide Removal
Climate Change
Carbon Removal
Enhanced Rock Weathering
Data Standardization
Ocean Iron Fertilization
Carbon Credits
Southern Ocean
Cost-Efficiency Analysis
Marine Carbon Removal
Monitoring, Reporting, and Verification
Legal and Regulatory Framework
Environmental Monitoring
Carbon To Sea Initiative
Nutrient Robbing
Legal Frameworks
Fisheries Impact
Climate Engineering

“Plan Sea” focuses on ocean-based climate solutions that seek to remove carbon dioxide from the atmosphere (carbon dioxide removal) or reduce incoming solar radiation (solar radiation modification). The podcast scrutinizes risks and benefits of these options, as well as matters of governance, stakeholder engagement, ethics, and politics.

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In this edition of Plan Sea, co-host Anna Madlener sits down with co-host (and one of this week’s guests) Wil Burns, Dr. Terre Satterfield from the University of British Columbia, and Dr. Chris Pearce from the UK’s National Oceanography Center. Burns... more

In this edition of Plan Sea, hosts Anna Madlener and Wil Burns sit down with Kyla Westphal and Mallory Ringham from Ebb Carbon to discuss Project Macoma — the company’s pilot ocean alkalinity enhancement (OAE) study being conducted in Port Angeles, W... more

In this edition of Plan Sea, host Anna Madlener is joined by Na’im Merchant, host of The Carbon Curve podcast and Executive Director of Carbon Removal Canada, for a special co-hosted episode of the two podcasts. Recorded live at the Carbon to Sea 202... more

This episode of Plan Sea was recorded live at the Ocean Visions Biennial Summit 2025, and features conversations with experts from Ocean Visions, UArctic, and WHOI to discuss their work in the ocean-climate nexus. Host Anna Madlener is joined again b... more

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Recent Guests

Sara Seck
Professor of Law and Director of the Marine and Environmental Law Institute
Dalhousie University
Episode: How current policies affect ocean-based carbon removal research and innovation in Canada
Neil Craik
Professor of Law and member of the Waterloo Climate Intervention Strategies Lab
University of Waterloo
Episode: How current policies affect ocean-based carbon removal research and innovation in Canada
Jacki Long
An ocean scientist and co-founder of Submarine Scientific, developing tools and technologies for marine carbon dioxide removal.
Submarine Scientific
Episode: Submarine Scientific and Cascade Climate on Enhancing Carbon Removal Research Efficiency through Data Standardization and Sharing
Tanis Torlakson
Program director at Cascade Climate, leading data work in the Enhanced Rock Weathering space.
Cascade Climate
Episode: Submarine Scientific and Cascade Climate on Enhancing Carbon Removal Research Efficiency through Data Standardization and Sharing
Brad Rocklin
Program manager at Cascade Climate, focusing on carbon removal and climate interventions.
Cascade Climate
Episode: Submarine Scientific and Cascade Climate on Enhancing Carbon Removal Research Efficiency through Data Standardization and Sharing
Jaimie Palter
Associate Professor of Oceanography
University of Rhode Island
Episode: Dr. Jaime Palter and Dr. Dariia Atamanchuk Share Insights from Cutting-Edge OAE Field Research
Daria Atamanchuk
Senior Research Scientist
Dalhousie University
Episode: Dr. Jaime Palter and Dr. Dariia Atamanchuk Share Insights from Cutting-Edge OAE Field Research
Steve Oldham
Chief Executive Officer of Captura
Captura
Episode: Captura’s CEO Steve Oldham discusses Direct Ocean Capture technology
Mike Kelland
CEO and co-founder of Planetary Technologies
Planetary Technologies
Episode: Planetary Technologies’ Mike Kelland and Dr. Will Burt update on the company’s growth

Hosts

Anna Madlener
Co-host and MRV Manager at the Carbon to Sea Initiative, Anna brings insights from her expertise in marine carbon protocols and data management.
Wil Burns
Co-host and Co-executive Director of the Institute for Responsible Carbon Removal, Wil is an expert in governance and legal issues related to ocean interventions.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 19 ratings
  • Biased and disingenuous

    A pro-geoengineering podcast dressed up as an objective and investigative show. The only decent guest was Lisa Levin who was largely ignored or misunderstood.

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    JamesCT39
    Switzerland2 years ago

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Some criticism has been directed at how the content may lean towards highlighting certain perspectives at the expense of presenting a balanced view of potential risks.
The engaging dialogue format encourages listener participation and interaction, fostering a sense of community among those concerned about climate change.
Listeners appreciate the variety of expert opinions and insights shared in episodes, particularly noting the depth of discussion around climate solutions.

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Dr. Jaime Palter and Dr. Dariia Atamanchuk Share Insights from Cutting-Edge OAE Field Research
Q: What are your conceptions of MRV (Monitoring, Reporting, and Verification) in the context of Ocean Alkalinity Enhancement?
They agree that MRV involves demonstrating the impact of alkalinity changes and ensuring that applications are safe and effective for mitigating climate change.
Dr. Jaime Palter and Dr. Dariia Atamanchuk Share Insights from Cutting-Edge OAE Field Research
Q: Why is field research critical in understanding ocean alkalinity enhancement?
Field research provides insights into real-world applications that can't be replicated in lab environments, which helps identify measurable impacts and potential ecological effects.
Dr. Jaime Palter and Dr. Dariia Atamanchuk Share Insights from Cutting-Edge OAE Field Research
Q: Can you briefly describe your field research activity?
Jaimie's research examines the impact of agricultural limestone on coastal water, while Daria's work entails large scale ocean alkalinity trials in Halifax Harbor.
Dr. Jaime Palter and Dr. Dariia Atamanchuk Share Insights from Cutting-Edge OAE Field Research
Q: What motivates you to study Ocean Alkalinity Enhancement?
Both researchers express a desire to contribute to climate change solutions after extensive years observing the issues without actionable solutions.
Alex Gagnon on Banyu Carbon’s novel Direct Ocean Removal approach
Q: What do you plan to do with the carbon dioxide that you removed from seawater?
Banyu Carbon plans to work with partners to permanently store the captured CO2 geologically or utilize it in synthetic fuels.

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The content centers around ocean-based climate solutions aimed at addressing the climate crisis through mechanisms like carbon dioxide removal (CDR) and solar radiation modification (SRM). Episodes discuss a range of topics, including the latest strategies for marine carbon dioxide removal, insights from experts in environmental science, and the critical role of governance in implementing effective policies. Notably, there is an emphasis on community engagement, ethical considerations, and technological innovations, making it a unique platform for exploring scientific advancements and their implications for the environment and society. The podcast invites listeners into nuanced discussions about the delicate balance between innovation and s... more

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