Miami-Dade Innovation Authority Launches First Public Challenge, Seeks Novel, Sustainable Uses for Sargassum
<p><strong>Miami, FL (July 12, 2023) </strong>— The <a href="https://www.mdia.miami/" rel="noopener ugc nofollow" target="_blank">Miami-Dade Innovation Authority, Inc.</a> (“MDIA”), a nonprofit that works to strengthen the relationship between local government and technology companies as a way to identify and scale innovative solutions that improve the quality of life for Miami-Dade County residents, has announced its first-ever public innovation challenge.</p>
<p>Kicking off Wednesday, <strong>July 12, 2023</strong>, the open call seeks novel and sustainable uses to beneficially repurpose sargassum, a type of seaweed known for forming large floating mats that wash up on beaches across the world during the warm summer months. As part of this challenge, the MDIA will select at least three (3) early-to-growth stage technology start-ups and award each $100,000 to fund the further research and development around sustainable solutions that process sargassum in an environmentally responsible manner and prioritize the health and safety of end users.</p>
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