Decentralised microalgae production Rethinking the microalgae cultivation concept Microalgae can be used to create a variety of products, including biostimulants, biopesticides, feed ingredients, and other bio-based products, due to their high content of proteins, omega fatty acids, and bioactive compounds. However, large-scale microalgae cultivation remains expensive because it requires significant amounts of energy, water, nutrients
Scaling algae production in Europe – Key takeaways from the EMD 2026 workshop Europe has the knowledge and technology to build a thriving algae sector. The challenge now is turning innovation into large-scale commercial reality. So what is needed towards scaling algae production in Europe? This question was explored in the workshop “Algae Solutions for
Harmonising Algae-based LCAs: Selecting Systems and Data Providers What is life cycle assessment and why do we need it? Algae have the potential to be a sustainable alternative to traditional sources for feed, agrochemicals, and other products. But how do we know if algae-based products are truly better for the environment? Life Cycle Assessment (LCA)
Microalgae production in raceway reactors Two major production technologies are in use to cultivate microalgae: tubular photo-bioreactors and raceway systems. This article is about optimising microalgae cultivation in raceways. What are raceways? Raceway ponds are open cultivation systems that today can have a size of up to 10.000 square metres. They offer a low-cost investment
As the global demand for seafood continues to rise, the traditional reliance on fish-based feed for aquaculture is posing significant environmental challenges. However, a promising solution lies in the untapped potential of microalgae. These microscopic organisms not only offer a sustainable alternative to fish feed but also bring numerous environmental benefits. In this article, we
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wkNqYlOaHUA&list=PLb8wE1rKCAQc60A9umOGBg9lsuAE5DTjJ&index=2 Alexandre Rodrigues is Innovation Coordinator at Necton, the oldest microalgae producer in Europe. He studied microalgae at the university, but it wasn’t until he started collaborating with Necton that he realised the huge potential of these tiny organisms. Now he is on a mission to study the many beneficial properties which molecules from microalgae
