During YAS25, you will be able go behind the scenes at Biorizon, Aqualia, and SABANA Demo Plant, where you will witness real-world applications of algae biotechnology and sustainability initiatives. Each visit will include guided tours led by experts who will explain the company operations, key innovations, and key challenges.
Biorizon Biotech is a biotechnology company based in Almería, Spain, specializing in the development and commercialization of biostimulant and biopesticide products for agriculture. Utilizing microalgae, bacteria, and plant extracts, they offer innovative, residue-free solutions that enhance plant growth and resilience, promoting sustainable and eco-friendly agricultural practices.
Aqualia is a leading water management company specializing in the comprehensive treatment of wastewater. They are at the forefront of integrating innovative technologies, such as microalgae-based systems, to enhance wastewater treatment processes. Notably, Aqualia has developed Europe's largest microalgae-based wastewater treatment plant in Mérida, Spain, which produces biomass for biofertilizers, exemplifying their commitment to sustainable and circular economy practices.
The SABANA project aimed to develop and demonstrate the technical, environmental, and economic feasibility of producing valuable products, such as biofertilizers, aquafeed, and biopesticides, using microalgae biomass cultivated in open systems with wastewater.
Through its efforts, the project showcased innovative approaches to sustainable resource management, contributing to advancements in circular economy practices.
Workshops
YA25 is bringing hands-on-approach workshops for your to deeper understand the potential application of seaweed and microalgae.
Workshop 1 : Cooking Green: Exploring Microalgae in Everyday Foods
In this hands-on workshop, you’ll learn how to incorporate microalgae into your everyday meals, enhancing flavor, nutrition, and creativity. You’ll explore different microalgae biomasses and prepare delicious vegan recipes that highlight their versatility.
This interactive session will give you the skills and confidence to easily include microalgae in your meals, allowing you to enjoy the best of this fascinating micro world.
Mentor: Kricelle Deamici from GreenColab (sponsored)
Workshop 2 : Cosmetics Applications of Algae
Algae, whether micro macro or cyanobacteria, have enormous potential for use in cosmetic industry. The search for cosmetics more aligned with sustainability brings even more strength for the use algae.
The workshop will address the importance of algae in the creation of new products in area of natural cosmetics. We will have an overview of products that are already on the market in differences country . In addition to exchanging content and information, we will have practical actions to preparation of a cosmetic product with algae.
Workshop Mentor : Isabel Portugal (Devolverde)
Workshop 3: Seaweed Identification
Join us for this workshop where we will cover the fundamentals of seaweed identification. Additionally, participants will learn how to prepare specimens for molecular analysis and create an herbarium voucher. Feel free to bring your own seaweed samples, and we will help you identify them and prepare herbarium vouchers for your collection.
Mentor : Ricardo Bermejo (University of Málaga)
Workshop 4: DIY your own holiday footwear from seaweed
More information soon
Please note: All participants will go to Aqualia and Biorizon during Thursday (5th of June) but will have to choose between Sabana Demo Plant and Workshops when registering. Slots for the Workshops are limited and are selected as first come-first served basis, so register soon !
