Putting microalgae-based food products on the menu
A tasty, safe and more sustainable alternative
A circular mindset
ALGANOVA develops an innovative algae-based biorefinery that valorises by-products to produce proteins and other high-value food ingredients.
A solid foundation
We analyse, manage and pretreat agro-marine by-products and biogenic CO₂ waste streams to optimise their utilisation in the ALGANOVA biorefinery.
New proteins for the future
We implement innovative, cascading downstream approaches to extract high-nutrient proteins and food bioproducts from microalgae biomass.
Perfecting the formula
We use computational tools to drive the design, optimisation, scaling up and digitalisation of the ALGANOVA biorefinery.
Safety above all
We evaluate the safety, nutritional adequacy and regulatory compliance of food ingredients, and validate these findings in food product prototypes with end-users.
From micro-algae to macro-production
We scale up the ALGANOVA core bioprocesses to the demonstration level.
Making algae work
We conduct a comprehensive assessment of the sustainability, economics, environmental impact and regulatory compliance of the ALGANOVA biorefinery to optimize the deployment pathway and unlock market potential.
Cooking up a smarter, more sustainable way to produce the food of the future
Our circular biorefinery approach
ALGANOVA transforms agro-marine by-products and biogenic CO₂ into valuable, microalgae-based food ingredients. The project creates a more flexible, circular, year-round system by combining different production routes.
Before
The input
Valorisation of agro-marine by-products
Fruit and vegetable peels and mussel cooking water are pre-treated and transformed into fermentable sugars that support the growth of microalgae. This process converts low-value residues into valuable resources for food production.
Full reuse of CO₂ emissions
ALGANOVA captures and reuses biogenic CO₂ produced by industrial processes as a resource for cultivating microalgae. This closes the carbon loop, thereby improving the sustainability of the biorefinery.
During
The Process
Optimised microalgae cultivation
ALGANOVA improves the cultivation of Chlorella spp. and Dunaliella salina to obtain biomass with high nutritional value. This includes increased protein yields, as well as valuable carotenoids and fatty acids.
Cascade extraction of high-value compounds
Instead of recovering just one product, we extract a variety of compounds, such as proteins, PUFAs and carotenoids, from algal biomass. This approach maximises resource efficiency and minimises waste.
Digital optimisation and control
Computational tools such as GEM (genome-scale metabolic) models, digital twins and automated control systems are used to improve cultivation, facilitate scaling up and enhance process stability. These tools make biorefineries smarter and more efficient.
After
The real impact
Alternative proteins for more resilient and sustainable ingredients
Through its innovative approach, ALGANOVA positions microalgae as a flexible source of protein-rich biomass and advocates for a more reliable alternative to conventional protein systems.
Transparent validation, consumer awareness and acceptance, and practical food uses.
ALGANOVA ensures consumer acceptance by developing ingredients and products that comply with the highest safety, nutritional and sensory quality standards.
From laboratory to industrial-scale production
We employ predictive digital twins to ensure peak biorefinery performance and efficiency in terms of nutrient and energy use without compromising on product yield.