A global alliance of innovators, artists, and scientists.

Based in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, and spanning the Gulf Coast, we're transforming waste into sustainable infrastructure that supports coral reefs and coastal communities.

Rooted in the Philippines.

Developed by Dr. Harald Kremnitz (Austria) and Benjamin Tayag Jr. (Philippines), REEFBUDS® has been successfully deployed in the Philippines since 2007 across more than 11,000 units. PoH Farms holds exclusive global rights and is leading eff orts to adapt REEFBUDS® for the Gulf Coast using Louisiana sourced waste streams.

Our Team

Johnnie

Johnnie James II

CEO &Founder

Shane

Shane McGlynn

Chief Scientific Officer

Matt Bernier

Matt Bernier

Chief Product Officer

Benjamin Tayag

Benjamin Tayag

Inventor & Senior Advisor

Building environmental and cultural awareness through art

Coast Create

Coast Create

Transforming Reefbuds into art, capturing the essence of a circular economy.

Learn more
Mardibar Wars

Mardibar Wars

Empowering coastal communities and businesses to work together for a sustainable future.

Learn more

We're looking for partners!

  • Public Gulf Coast pilot partners

  • Research collaborators

  • Corporate sponsors / ESG funders

  • Permitting & regulatory partners

  • Public art co-designers