Tampa Bay Wave joins $13.9 million NOAA initiative

Tampa Bay Wave has been named a key partner in The Continuum, a $13.9 million initiative funded by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration to accelerate innovation in BlueTech, technologies focused on ocean and environmental resilience.

The program unites entrepreneur support organizations across the United States to address challenges facing oceans, coastal communities and the economy.

The collaboration includes Tampa Bay Wave, Seaworthy Collective, Braid Theory, Ocean Exchange, the St. Pete Innovation District, the University of South Florida and the World Ocean Council.

By 2028, The Continuum plans to support startups with mentorship, funding and access to advanced data tools, tackling issues like hurricane intensification, energy-efficient shipping and offshore wind development.

The program also includes partner nodes in California, the Great Lakes and other regions, creating a scalable framework for BlueTech innovation nationwide.

The Continuum aims to position the U.S. as a global leader in BlueTech by advancing data-driven solutions and fostering sustainable economic growth in the blue economy.

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