Colonize The Ocean

The United States is currently developing nuclear-powered batteries designed to reside on the ocean floor and provide energy for underwater drone submarines. This initiative, led by the startup Zeno Power under a Department of Defense contract, repurposes strontium-90—a radioactive byproduct—to create a long-lasting power grid for deep-sea sensors and autonomous vehicles. Unlike previous attempts from the 1960s, these modern systems utilize Stirling engines to achieve significantly higher efficiency and portability. By recycling legacy nuclear material stored by the Department of Energy, the military aims to establish a strategic presence in the Pacific that can operate for nearly three decades without human intervention. The project recently reached a critical milestone by securing a specialized facility in California for the assembly and handling of these radioactive components. Commercial production is anticipated to begin by 2028, potentially revolutionizing how the Navy maintains its long-term maritime surveillance.

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In this August 10, 2026 episode of Colonize the Ocean, Brendon Traxler kicks off a mini-series on ambitious underwater habitats and resorts that never made it.

He dives into the biggest name of them all: Poseidon Undersea Resorts, the project led by Bruce Jones of U.S. Submarines. The domain dates back to 2003 (over 20 years old), and the idea itself is even older—Jones had been floating concepts for an underwater habitat years earlier.

The website is still online and looks solid, but the project went dead in the water. Last social media activity was in 2014, when they claimed they were about 36 months away (pointing to a 2016 opening). Nothing ever happened. Jones later shifted focus more toward private submarines.

Brendon believes it was a genuine effort—not just a PR stunt. The designs were stunning and could have delivered a strong return, but the price tag (likely around half a billion dollars) was massive. Like so many other underwater projects, it simply never materialized.

He asks listeners: Do you remember Poseidon? Did you ever want to stay there? Drop a comment.

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The company DEEP recently launched an underwater habitat called Vanguard off the coast of Florida to facilitate long-term marine research and environmental monitoring. This innovative structure allows a four-person crew to live and work at depths of 56 feet, utilizing a process called saturation to extend dive times significantly. The facility features a living chamber, a dive center with a moon pool, and a dedicated support system to manage waste and safety. Beyond scientific discovery, the habitat serves as a vital training ground for astronauts due to the similarities between isolated aquatic environments and spaceflight. Vanguard represents a primary step toward creating a modular underwater station similar to the International Space Station, aiming for a permanent human presence beneath the sea. This technology minimizes sample degradation and removes the time constraints typically imposed by standard decompression requirements.

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Brendon is back with another episode of Colonize the Ocean, still refining the setup and audio while juggling longer-format ideas. This time he zeros in on one of the biggest questions in the underwater habitat world right now:

Deep is in the water. They’ve secured funding, built a habitat, and are actually operating. That was the spotlight Fabian Cousteau and Proteus had owned for years. So… what now?

Brendon’s take:

• You can never have too many underwater habitats.
• Deep’s progress should (hopefully) be a net positive for everyone in the space.
• There’s still a clear need and place for Proteus.
• He’d love to hear what the community thinks.

He also shares a personal note: meeting Fabian a couple years ago at a SeaLab event remains a bucket-list highlight, and he’s hoping to catch up with him again soon to hear where things stand.

Coming up:

• A more detailed, thought-out long-form piece on Deep (now that they’re operational) and the broader habitat landscape.
• Updates from ASC meetings.
• Brendon and Babe heading to DEMA this year.

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Drop your thoughts in the comments — is there still room (and demand) for Proteus now that Deep is live? Brendan wants to hear it. See you next week.

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🌊 Two Ocean Heroes Team Up to Save Our Blue Planet!

In this inspiring story, legendary oceanographer Sylvia Earle — founder of Mission Blue — joins forces with young conservationist Titouan Bernicot of Coral Gardeners.

While Sylvia’s team identifies the most critical marine ecosystems that need urgent protection, Titouan’s Coral Gardeners are on the front lines actively restoring damaged coral reefs.

Together, they’re pushing a powerful new approach: protecting what’s left while actively healing what’s broken. Their vision combines empowering local communities, using cutting-edge technology like artificial intelligence, and mobilizing global citizens to take action.

This partnership represents a major shift toward true ecosystem-based conservation — recognizing that our survival is directly tied to the health of the oceans.

By blending decades of hard-earned scientific wisdom with bold modern innovation, Sylvia Earle and Titouan Bernicot are sparking a worldwide movement to protect the ocean — our planet’s vital blue life-support system.

The future of our oceans is in our hands. 🌍💙

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In this episode Brendon gets real about design philosophy after receiving an email from the Middle East flagging an Instagram reel that AI-generated a video of Chinese underwater data centers using ASC’s own concepts. He reflects on the importance of holding back some designs—keeping alternate concepts, future habitat ideas, and unreleased work in reserve so you’re never left empty-handed if something is copied—while also sharing how inspiration strikes from everyday architecture, video games, and classic shows like SeaQuest DSV’s organic, squid-like, self-healing submarine. Though his own brain leans toward clean lines and minimalism rather than biomimetic forms, he stresses keeping an open mind to let creative juices flow and reminds viewers that design truly matters.

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The provided text details the history and legacy of Sublimnos, Canada’s first freshwater underwater habitat launched in 1969 by explorer Joseph B. MacInnis. Situated in Lake Huron, this pioneering research station allowed scientists to live and work beneath the surface to study aquatic ecosystems and test the limits of human productivity underwater. The structure utilized a moon pool entry and sat at a depth of roughly thirty feet, providing a stable base for observing fish behavior and lakebed biology. Though modest in size, the project proved that saturation diving techniques were effective for long-term scientific observation in freshwater environments. The success of Sublimnos influenced future undersea exploration and remains a significant milestone in maritime history alongside programs like SEALAB. Today, it is remembered as a foundational experiment that paved the way for modern underwater laboratories and deep-sea research.

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In this episode, Brendon Traxler returns with an exciting update! After diving deep into underwater habitats, ocean engineering, and legal challenges, he shines a spotlight on Arkpad — a pioneering seasteading project he and ASC have personally invested in.

Arkpad, headquartered in the Philippines, offers unique floating glamping experiences (think luxury floating tents!), fishing operations, and recurring revenue streams. They're now preparing to launch larger floating house platforms perfect for stays or investment.

Good news for North Americans: Arkpad is expanding to Roatan, Honduras with their Reef Resort — bringing ocean living closer to home!

Brendon explains the symbiotic relationship between Colonize the Ocean and the broader seasteading community, thanking them for years of support by giving Arkpad a well-deserved shoutout.

Whether you're interested in investing, booking a stay, or just learning more about floating colonies, this episode is for you!

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The engineering firm **Deep** has launched **Vanguard**, the first **undersea research habitat** constructed in four decades, to facilitate long-term **human habitation** on the ocean floor. Located in the **Florida Keys**, this innovative station operates at **ambient pressure**, allowing researchers to live and work in a **submerged laboratory** for extended periods without the constraints of traditional diving. By eliminating the need for frequent decompression, scientists can conduct **real-time analysis** of biological samples and more effectively manage **coral reef restoration** efforts. The facility also serves as a specialized **training ground** for the space industry and educators, utilizing a **moon pool** for easy aquatic access. Ultimately, this project serves as a **technological foundation** for a future roadmap of larger, modular habitats designed to explore deeper **marine zones**. Through this enhanced accessibility, the mission aims to inspire **ocean conservation** and provide a permanent base for the next generation of **aquanauts**.

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Hey everyone, welcome back to Colonize the Ocean! Last week we geeked out over DEEP’s new habitat — the first in 40 years. Now everyone’s talking underwater living!

But we at ASC have been grinding on this for years. We’ve got a location locked in and we’re raising funds to make it happen.

If you’re passionate about this space and want to help build the future, reach out! X, LinkedIn, email — we’re here.

The ocean’s calling. Come join the party! 🌊

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