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Keel Labs

Building next-generation sustainable materials derived from nature

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Tessa Callaghan

Co-founder & CEO at Keel Labs

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Employees 21–50
Headquarters Morrisville, North Carolina, United States
Keel Labs began in 2017 as AlgiKnit, creating ocean-focused materials built from renewable resources. In 2022, Keel Labs was established as a platform for innovation, broadening its vision for the potential of the ocean to accelerate the planet’s development towards a more sustainable future.

Driven by the exploration of novel resources from the ocean, Keel Labs functions as a hub for the next generation of climate-focused solutions derived from nature. The company works at the nexus of design, science, and engineering to create impact-driven materials that harness the power of the ocean. Kelsun yarn, Keel Labs’ flagship product, is a seaweed-based yarn with a significantly lower environmental footprint than conventional fibers.

Notable Achievements

  • Raised $18M to date from Major Investors including: Horizons Ventures, Collaborative Fund, H&M
  • Received over 500 unsolicited requests from brands around the world to work with Kelsun
  • Co-Founders listed as 2022 Forbes 30 Under 30

Currently Operating in Five Regions

Press Mentions

September 24, 2024

Outerknown Releases it's Iconic Blanket Shirt in a First-of-it's-kind Seaweed-based Fiber

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May 2, 2024

Keel Labs Collaborates with Mr. Bailey to Launch Innovative Starboard Vest

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April 29, 2024

Keel Labs Mr. Bailey Starboard Vest Release Info

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March 5, 2024

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December 10, 2023

COP28: Fashion Forward—Protect Africa from 'Fagia'

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