European Microalgae Alliance: Innovative, Safe, And Sustainable Multiproduct Biorefineries For A Blue Biobased Economy
Description The European algae industry has grown significantly over recent decades, primarily serving niche high-value markets such as food supplements and nutraceuticals. However, with the increasing demand for alternative food ingredients and bio-based chemicals—driven by the EU’s push towards a bio-based economy—the market for microalgae-based products is expected to expand. Despite this potential, high production […]
GreenCoLab Day gathers Associates to discuss achievements and the future
From the north to the south of Portugal, the GreenCoLab associative community gathered for an event that officially marked the restart of a new tradition: an annual meeting dedicated to sharing, collaboration and strategic discussion around its I&D agenda. On 4 July, the ‘CoLab Day’ event, with an enthusiastic turnout and highly positive feedback, reinforced the spirit of unity […]
Cutaneous Biomarkers: Advancing Health and Sustainability in Salmonid Aquaculture
Description The salmon aquaculture industry faces a huge health challenge with recurrent sea lice infestations. There is a strong interest in finding solutions that can mitigate the harmful impacts of this parasite on salmon production. Through the SKINS co-promotion project, the companies RIASEARCH and SPAROS, in partnership with ENESII (UTAD, ICBAS, CIIMAR, GreenCoLab and S2AQUA) […]
Diversification and sustainable production in Integrated Multitrophic Aquaculture
Description The AQUADIVERSIFY project aims to implement a multitrophic aquaculture system that integrates the production of fish, algae, and sea cucumbers. Currently, this type of production on a commercial scale does not exist in Portugal. By integrating these three trophic levels, the project seeks to enhance economic profitability through the creation of higher value-added products […]
Based on Science, Stories and Gastronomy, GreenCoLab and PROALGA organize international ICAB event with over 300 participants
The first edition of the International Congress on Algae Biotechnology was held in Lisbon. The event, which brought together over 300 participants, 100 organisations and representatives from 22 countries, stood out as an essential meeting point for researchers, industry, entrepreneurs and students in the Blue Biotechnology sector. During three intense days of scientific conferences, interactive sessions and […]
GreenCoLab highlights the potential of Algae in Food at the launch of the EU’s Communication Campaign on Aquaculture
GreenCoLab was present at the ‘Tasting of EU Aquaculture Products’ event, held during the official launch of the EU Aquaculture Communication campaign – “We Work for You with Passion”, in Brussels. Sponsoring the moment, Kricelle Deamici (Food Nutrition Leader) and Ana Teresa Gonçalves (Animal Nutrition Leader) brought algae-based food prototypes developed by GCL, such as Algae Gems and Algae Beer, highlighting the vast potential of algae in gastronomic […]
GreenCoLab represented at the Marine-Based & Natural Materials (MAPS) Expo, in Geneva
GreenCoLab was represented at the Marine-Based & Natural Materials (MAPS) Expo, which took place in Geneva between 3 and 5 March, under the motto ‘Ocean Economy, Trade Policy, Climate and Development’. Attending the joint booth of the ‘International Seaweed Association & Friends’, GreenCoLab was part of invited organizations relevant to the global algae sector, which included the INTERNATIONAL SEAWEED ASSOCIATION (represented […]
GreenCoLab sparkles at AlgaEurope 2024 with new algae-based solutions and a food-tasting experience
GreenCoLab’s presence at AlgaEurope 2024, which took place from December 10 to 13 in Athens and was organized by the European Algae Biomass Association (EABA) and DLG Benelux, was marked by inspiring moments for the team and its partners. With a robust presence of more than 15 members, the group stood out by presenting 15 various scientific posters and 4 […]
EU4Algae The Insider’s Perspective: How GreenCoLab is Pioneering Algae Research and Innovation Across Industries
GreenCoLab at the International Spirulina Industry Development Conference 2024, Etoke, Ordos, China
Between November 15 and 16, Ordos City, in Inner Mongolia, became the epicenter of innovation and knowledge with the International Spirulina Industry Development Conference 2024. GreenCoLab was honored to participate in this landmark event, which coincided with the 4th Launch of the China-EU Geographical Indications Mutual Recognition Product Mark. During three intense days, our director Hugo Pereira introduced GreenCoLab with a presentation entitled “GreenCoLab: […]