The 3 trillion dollar question:
The Blue Planet or the Red Planet?

We stand at the edge of a monumental decision—one that could shape the future of humanity. Do we sink trillions into the dream of colonizing Mars, making a barren planet barely habitable for a select few? Or do we invest a fraction of that in restoring Earth’s oceans, revitalizing the very ecosystems that sustain life for billions?

The Blue Planet vs. The Red Planet

Where should we invest? Let’s dive deeper into the comparison between Mars colonization and Earth’s ocean restoration—and the long-term impact of both on our planet and our economy by 2050.

The ocean economy: A $2.8 trillion investment for a $15.5 trillion future

Investing in the oceans will yield trillions of dollars of benefits.

71% of our planet is covered by oceans. Ocean-related industries, or the ‘blue economy’, generate $2.5 trillion of economic value globally, making it equivalent to the world’s 7th largest economy. The blue economy supports almost 3 billion people’s livelihoods in industries including seafood, port construction and coastal tourism. (UNEP, 2023)

Still, of the 17 United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, the “Life Below Water” goal SDG14 has received the least amount of public money.
(UN Department of Economic and Social Affairs, 2022)

Investing $2.8 trillion would yield an estimate $15.5 trillion in net benefits from sustainable ocean investments by 2050.
(High Level Panel for A Sustainable Ocean Economy, 2022)

According to the High Level Panel for A Sustainable Ocean Economy, for every $1 invested in ocean health, $5 of benefits are realized.
(Chart: The Economist)

The World Economy in 2050 – Circular, Regenerative, and Blue

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Circular

The circular economy of 2050 will eliminate waste through design. 

Products will be designed for reuse and recycling, with bio-based plastics replacing fossil fuels. Zero-waste factories powered by renewable energy will dominate, and durable goods will foster local repair economies, reducing waste globally. Durable, repairable goods will dominate, creating a system where resources circulate infinitely, driving both economic efficiency and environmental balance.

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Regenerative

The future economy will no longer exploit nature but instead restore it. 

The regenerative economy will restore ecosystems while providing for human needs. Regenerative agriculture will transform food production and enrich biodiversity. Cities will become living ecosystems with renewable energy systems, creating carbon-positive urban environments. By investing in ecosystem services, governments and industries will turn nature into a powerful economic driver.

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Blue

By 2050 the oceans will power sustainable industries.

The oceans, once exploited and polluted, will be the planet’s largest reservoir of opportunity. The blue economy will embrace sustainable ocean-based industries, unlocking the potential of marine ecosystems while preserving them. Blue biotechnology will turn algae into bio-based chemicals, revolutionizing sectors like pharmaceuticals, agriculture and textiles, while substituting oil will drive global decarbonization.

Blue industries – Unlocking new possibilities for innovation


The blue economy will play a crucial role in material innovation by providing bio-based solutions that will replace oil-derived products across many industries. By 2050, these innovations will contribute to a more circular, and regenerative global economy. Here’s a detailed look at how ocean-based materials, particularly those derived from marine algae, seaweed, and other marine organisms, will impact various sectors.

Origin by Ocean:
How to take part and get in on the blue economy


The global ocean health crisis is daunting, but we have a clear path forward. With pioneering technologies and sustainable practices, companies like Origin by Ocean are already leading the way now.

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Origin by Ocean has developed an innovative method to transform harmful algal blooms—caused by industrial and agricultural runoff—into bio-based chemicals, offering sustainable alternatives to fossil fuel derivatives, climate-sensitive plants, and land/water-intensive renewable crops. These chemicals are used in everything from cosmetics to food production and packaging.

We believe that in order for things to happen at a massive scale, it has to be turned into an industry. One with a reimagined value chain.

The origin of the only life we know in the universe started in the ocean. Life still depends on it. Invest in an industry that will restore ocean health and build the blue economy of the future.

How Origin by Ocean is driving the Blue Bioeconomy

WHAT WE DO?

Our closed-loop process turns invasive algae into bio-based chemicals and biomass products, regenerating ocean ecosystems while capturing and sequestering carbon.

OUR IMPACT

The more we grow, the lower the carbon footprint. In addition to less  greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, our business model will restore biodiversity of the oceans.

OUR ROAD MAP

Full commercial operations by 2027. Our focus is on ramping up production, optimizing operations, and expanding our biorefinery capacity.

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Invest in the oceans before it’s too late


The future of humanity is not on Mars. It’s here on Earth. But without healthy oceans, there won’t be a human race to send anywhere.
 

As industries and governments begin to tighten regulations and shift toward sustainable alternatives, now is the time to position yourself at the forefront of the blue economy. The earlier you invest, the more you will gain – both financially and ecologically. The sooner you act, the greater your role in saving the planet for future generations.

Don’t wait until you need a ticket to Mars.
Start investing in the oceans now.

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Mari Granström - Origin by Ocean

Mari Granström


Chief Executive Activist, CEO

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