Technology and modelling

A blog full of environmental optimism, accessible up-to-date science and travel titbits.

SEM image of rock grown by CCell electrolysis

Technology 24 March 2022

Deciphering the wonders of science behind CCell Reefs

A post by our electrochemist Lola Gonzalez on her latest research experience

Technology - 17 Mar 2022

CCell: How we grow reefs

A simple explanation of our top two questions: "Why are you building reefs?" and "How do you do it?"

Technology - 3 Mar 2022

Reefs Vs. Waves

Reefs have been winning the battle against waves for millennia. How do they do it? And how can we, as engineers, replicate their success?

Technology - 24 Jul 2020

Algae: Survival tools and biofuels

From printed coral to hand-me-down algae populations the use of algae for both coral restoration and as an energy source is beginning to be explored.

Technology - 1 Jul 2020

Madelief Fisher: My CCell Experience

Our latest intern, Madelief Fisher, reflects on her time at CCell and the lessons she will be taking with her.

Technology - 16 Dec 2019

Coastal erosion: photos from the field

A look at the coastal erosion experienced by a town on the Yucatan peninsula, where CCell is in discussions with local authorities through local partners to bring about a solution as fast as possible.

Technology - 1 Nov 2019

Cornstarch, Concrete and Crowdsourcing: 3D printed reefs

Three new ways to use 3D printing to rebuild coral reefs

Technology - 23 Oct 2019

Wind to Wave: My move to CCell

Our newest recruit discusses the power of wind and waves, the challenges they face and his work here at CCell.

Technology - 10 Oct 2019

Composites Manufacturing 101

A deep dive into the advanced composites design and manufacturing techniques that allow us to produce low cost and lightweight CCell-Wave paddles anywhere in the world.