Why holdfast?
A holdfast is the rootlike structure that anchors kelp to the seafloor, providing the foundation for growth in rough and changing waters. That same principle guides our work: start strong, stay grounded, and build for what comes next.
SERVICES & EXPERTISE
Science that moves projects forward.
From early feasibility and permitting through field programs, construction monitoring, data analysis, and reporting, Holdfast provides evidence-based support for complex aquatic projects.
Permitting and project support
Clear technical guidance from planning through construction.
Quantitative and Computational Science
Experts in large data and messy environmental data. Clear analyses for evidence based decisions.
Marine and coastal programs
Environmental planning and monitoring for coastal projects.
Freshwater and riparian assessment
Streamside permitting, habitat evaluation, and practical field support.
