At Barcelona Diving Club, we are developing a unique training program based on our exclusive PADI Underwater Farmer certification—the first globally recognized program for training divers in sustainable underwater seaweed farming. This program equips participants with advanced skills in marine ecosystem restoration, sustainable aquaculture, and biodiversity preservation.
Our aim is to establish a network of 10 signature training centers in the most high-impact and ecologically significant regions of the planet, creating a global presence for both training and operational seaweed farming. These centers will serve as flagship locations for advancing eco-friendly aquaculture, marine conservation, and sustainable tourism.
Planned locations for signature centers:
Barcelona, Spain (Mediterranean Sea)
Bali, Indonesia (Indian Ocean)
Maldives (Indian Ocean)
Costa Rica (Caribbean Sea)
Galápagos Islands, Ecuador (Pacific Ocean)
Puerto Rico (Caribbean Sea)
Hawaii, USA (Pacific Ocean)
Sanya, Hainan, China (South China Sea)
Phuket, Thailand (Andaman Sea)
Seychelles (Indian Ocean)
These centers will combine training, eco-tourism, and marine research, positioning Barcelona Diving Club at the forefront of sustainable development in the blue economy.
Project TRL: TRL 5 - Component validation in relevant environment
Main sector: Coastal and environmental protection and regeneration