Tag: algae

BRK Technology makes breakthrough in algae-based biofuel

BRK Technology makes breakthrough in algae-based biofuel

July 3, 2025 |

In Hong Kong, BRK Technology announced a major breakthrough in the development of its algae-based biofuel, a sustainable alternative tailored for the heavy transportation sector. This innovation marks a significant shift in clean energy, aiming to reduce emissions across high-impact industries including construction, mining, freight, and logistics. Unlike traditional biofuels, BRK Technology’s algae-based solution offers […]

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Uppsala University researchers find way to control starch storage in algae

Uppsala University researchers find way to control starch storage in algae

April 24, 2025 |

In Sweden, high-starch algae are important in biofuel production, as a feed supplement in agriculture and as an efficient way to bind carbon dioxide. Researchers at Uppsala University have now found a new method to control starch storage in algae—a finding with potential applications in areas such as reducing greenhouse gases. In the new study, […]

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BETO to issue funding for bio-propane, biochemicals and algae R&D

BETO to issue funding for bio-propane, biochemicals and algae R&D

January 1, 2025 |

In Washington, the U.S. Department of Energy’s Bioenergy Technologies Office (BETO) recently announced their intent to issue funding to support high-impact research and development (R&D) projects in two priority areas: sustainable propane and renewable chemicals and algal system cultivation and preprocessing. The intended Sustainable Propane and Renewable Chemicals (SPARC) funding opportunity would support R&D of domestic […]

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South Dakota Mines lands $1.5M DOE grant to advance mixed algae development

South Dakota Mines lands $1.5M DOE grant to advance mixed algae development

December 31, 2024 |

In South Dakota, the South Dakota School of Mines and was recently awarded a $1.5 million Department of Energy grant as part of a $20.2 million initiative funding 10 university and industry projects to advance mixed algae development for low-carbon biofuels and bioproducts. Spread across seven states, the selected projects will focus on high-impact research […]

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DOE grants $20.2M for mixed algae research projects for biofuels and bioproducts

DOE grants $20.2M for mixed algae research projects for biofuels and bioproducts

November 21, 2024 |

In Washington, the U.S. Department of Energy’s Bioenergy Technologies Office (BETO) and Office of Fossil Energy and Carbon Management (FECM) recently announced $20.2 million in funding for 10 university and industry projects to advance mixed algae development for low-carbon biofuels and bioproducts. Located in seven states, these selected projects will address high-impact research and development (R&D) focused on converting […]

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The Digest’s 2024 Multi-Slide Guide to Aequor

The Digest’s 2024 Multi-Slide Guide to Aequor

November 17, 2024 |

This presentation deck is an overview for Aequor, a company specializing in innovative solutions to address challenges in the burgeoning field of algae biofuels. Aequor’s core product is a natural, non-toxic chemical that overcomes several key obstacles to widespread algae cultivation and biofuel production. The presentation deck emphasizes the company’s unique ability to disperse clumping […]

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Notpla lands $25M Series A+ round for algae-based plastic

Notpla lands $25M Series A+ round for algae-based plastic

October 10, 2024 |

In the UK, Notpla closed its Series A+ funding round securing over $25 million in equity fundraising to advance it into a new era of plastic-free materials and a healthier planet. This substantial investment, which more than doubled the company’s initial target, comes at a crucial time. Its innovative approach to sustainable packaging has garnered […]

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Researcher details relationship between bacteria and algae to support biofuel production

Researcher details relationship between bacteria and algae to support biofuel production

July 29, 2024 |

In Washington State, the interactions between algae and bacteria are essential to the primary productivity of Earth’s oceans and surface waters. Bacteria can increase the productivity of algae by producing key factors, such as vitamins, iron-chelating molecules, and growth hormones. In addition, bacteria remineralize organic matter—a process that provides a steady supply of nutrients to […]

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Kelpi lands $5.5M investment to get algae-based biomaterials to market

Kelpi lands $5.5M investment to get algae-based biomaterials to market

June 17, 2024 |

In the UK, in a huge step forward for the business, Kelpi has secured £4.35 million ($5.5m) in investment to take its pioneering biomaterial technology to market. The funding round will fund the next chapter for the business, allowing it to expand operations, grow the team and run scale-up pilots to plot its pathway to […]

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DOE launches $18.8M funding opportunity for algae-based research

DOE launches $18.8M funding opportunity for algae-based research

April 11, 2024 |

In Washington, the U.S. Department of Energy’s Bioenergy Technologies Office (BETO) and Office of Fossil Energy and Carbon Management (FECM) announced the MACRO: Mixed Algae Conversion Research Opportunity funding opportunity announcement (FOA). The FOA will award up to $18.8 million to address research and development (R&D) challenges in converting algae, such as seaweeds and other wet waste feedstocks, to biofuels […]

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