Area of Seaweed Farm Certified (PI1142)

This metric is intended to track the spread of sustainable aquaculture practices by measuring the area of seaweed farms that have received certification (e.g., ASC, Organic, Fair Trade, etc.) due to the organization’s direct support, facilitation, or implementation.

Organizations should report the cumulative area of all seaweed farms certified within the reporting period. Certification must be by a verifiable and credible third-party standard that includes environmental, social, or quality criteria. Footnotes should list the certification scheme, standards met, and the duration of validity of the certification.

This metric may be particularly relevant for projects promoting sustainable blue economy initiatives, coastal livelihoods, or biodiversity-friendly aquaculture.

The metric is distinct from total seaweed farming area; it should only include areas that have been independently verified for sustainable practices. If an organization has played a partial role in certification (e.g., provided training, infrastructure, or technical assistance), this should be noted, along with the estimated proportion of contribution.

This metric should be considered alongside indicators related to marine biodiversity, water quality, or socioeconomic outcomes for coastal communities.

Unit of measurement: Hectares