At Running Tide, we build technologies that allow us to harness the power of the ocean to build a climate positive future. Oceans represent two-thirds of the Earth’s surface and have an understated role to play in the future of our life on Earth. Once abundant marine ecosystems and thriving coastal communities are now suffering due to pollution, ocean acidification and declining water quality. At Running Tide, we have experienced this firsthand, and we know the problem won't solve itself. That’s why we are building technologies to accelerate, scale and optimize the naturally restorative benefits of shellfish and kelp in the ocean.
Our technologies enable us to rebuild food systems that are zero carbon and provide positive ecosystem services. Our shellfish production is mostly automated, entirely data-driven, and takes up a only a fraction of the space as traditional shellfish operations. Shellfish are the optimal protein for a growing population because they are delicious, healthy, and climate positive.
We are also building the most efficient carbon removal system in the world. Kelp is a macroalgae that absorbs CO2 from the water as it grows. Using ocean currents and gravity we sink the kelp and its embodied carbon to the deep ocean where it remains for thousands of years. Our technologies enable us to reduce the cost, predict outcomes, and massively scale carbon removal.
Using our technologies and production capabilities of our shellfish and kelp hatcheries, we also restore Blue Carbon habitats in coastal ecosystems. Our coastal shellfish reefs, kelp forests and seagrass meadows are engines for biodiversity and job creation, however these ecosystems are severely degraded all over the world. These ecosystems drive direct economic value to coastal communities and protect our coasts from storms and erosion. Only active restoration efforts will bring these systems back into balance, giving future generations the opportunity to benefit from the ocean's bounty.
Running Tide is an ocean technology company built to tackle humanity's most urgent challenge: climate change. We build cutting-edge solutions that integrate engineered and biological systems to remove CO2 from the atmosphere, restore ecosystems, and secure food systems. Our multidisciplinary team of world-class scientists, engineers, and maritime operators is working as fast as possible while the world is burning.
We’re looking for an Associate to support myriad initiatives within our Policy and Partnerships teams. These include engaging with federal, state, and international policy makers, participating in nascent discussions on CDR regulation, and developing partnerships with the scientific community. Success in this role depends on a willingness to work hard, a hunger to learn, and a driving passion for Running Tide's mission.
Our teams operate with utmost persistence. We are tackling the world’s most difficult and important problems, and we are unwavering in our motivation to find a solution. At our core, we are innovators driven to do "more good" rather than "less bad" in the world.
Running Tide is committed to building a diverse team, bringing as many possible perspectives to bear on the unprecedented challenges facing our planet. We are committed to building an inclusive environment where people of all backgrounds can come to do their best work.
You Will:
Broadly support principles on the policy and partnerships teamPerform policy and industry research Produce collateral to support discussionsKeep notes in meetings, writing memos to build alignment and focus across the teamAssist with scheduling for the team and across the organizationContribute your perspective on priorities and initiatives to accomplish team goalsYou Are (or You Have):
3+ years of professional experienceUnwavering commitment to excellence in everything you doA reliable and clear communicatorPersistent optimism and a creative approach to problem solvingA desire to learn and grow as a professional through constructive criticism of your work and direction from team principlesA passion for making a significant contribution to the fight against climate change and the value of commercial operations in support of this missionBonus Points:
You have worked in green tech, clean energy, or the public sector