ABOUT MICROALGAE
Harness Sunlight, CO₂, and Water through photosynthesis to grow and produce energy.
Rich in proteins (6%–71%), lipids (0.9%–77%), carbohydrates (4%–83.6%), and valuable bioactive compounds like carotenoids and vitamins.
3.5b years
Earliest photosynthetic microorganisms
77%
Extreme high lipid profile
50% Global Oxygen
Half of the oxygen produced on Earth comes from the ocean through photosynthesis by phytoplankton.
800,000 Species
Scientists estimate between 200k to 800k species, though only about 50,000 are formally described.
30% Aquaculture
Account for ⅓ of total world aquaculture production, serving as vital feed for fish and crustacean larvae.
$2.8b Market Size
Project at USD2,811 million in year 2028, growing at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.9%.
Fish do not produce fish oil
Omega-3 EPA & DHA are essential for our brain and cardiovascular health, but our bodies cannot produce on their own.
Fish obtain it through their diet, mainly from microalgae.
7 Potential Benefits of Astaxanthin
Antioxidant, Cancer, Skin, Heart, Joint, Male Fertility
9 Impressive Health Benefits of Chlorella
This nutrient-dense algae has been receiving a lot of buzz for its health benefits. Furthermore, as a supplement, it has shown promise in improving cholesterol levels and ridding the body of toxins.
The King of Protein
Spirulina is exceptionally high in protein, provides all essential amino acids, along with naturally occurring vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, and beneficial pigments.
National Carbon Market Policy
After Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim announced a carbon tax for the iron, steel and energy sectors in his Budget 2026 speech, many in the market expected the launch of the policy to come with the price companies would have to pay for their carbon emissions.
Sustainable Biofuel
With SAF integrated into the National Energy Transition Roadmap, the indicative targets for its blending into aviation fuel starts at 1% in the near term to scaling up progressively to 47% by 2050.
Algae Superfood
It was the icky stuff we avoided in the pond as kids, but these days algae is a trendy food product. Loved by chefs for its versatility and touted by many nutritionists for its health benefits, algae food products are popping up on supermarket shelves, on restaurant menus, and more.
malaysia National Energy Transition Roadmap
Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF)
k MT
Current Jet Fuel
Annual consumption
k MT
1% Blend
Target by year 2027
k MT
47% Blend
Target by year 2050
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How microalgae reduce greenhouse gases and fight climate change
These single-celled organisms are highly efficient at capturing carbon dioxide and can also be used to produce animal feed, energy and fertiliser.
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Groundbreaking Study Confirms Algae Can Capture Carbon 50x Faster Than Trees, Offering a Powerful Climate Solution
Human activity has left marine ecosystems in a fragile state. Coral reefs are bleaching, coastal waters suffer from pollution, and the climate crisis looms over all. Yet hope comes in an unlikely form: microalgae. These microscopic, single-celled organisms are proving to be powerful allies in restoring ocean health and capturing carbon from the atmosphere. By…
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Who’s to blame for the toxic haze choking South East Asia?
As Indonesia battles its worst wildfire season in a decade, a toxic smog is choking millions of residents in the region. The air on the islands of Kalimantan and Sumatra has turned an ominous amber, with air quality recorded at hazardous levels. The smog – or haze – has drifted beyond Indonesia’s borders to neighbouring…
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From Ancient Blooms to Future Change: Southern Ocean Algae and Earth’s Climate
Ancient Algae, Modern Lessons Roughly 14,000 years ago, during the end of the last Ice Age, massive blooms of the algae Phaeocystis thrived in the Southern Ocean. These blooms absorbed large amounts of carbon dioxide (CO₂) from the atmosphere, significantly slowing global warming at a time when Earth’s climate was in flux.
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What is Algae Oil, and why do people take it?
When you think of algae, you make picture the greenish film that sometimes develops on ponds and lakes. But you may not know that this marine organism is also cultivated in laboratories for its unique oil, which is packed with omega-3 fatty acids. These fats are linked to many health benefits. While fish oil also…
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Magnets are being used to extract algal molecules for the beauty, bioplastics industries
Entrepreneurs in the aquaculture sector face a problem—extracting all the valuable molecules from seaweed and algal cells is still really difficult. But marine enzymes and magnets are now making it easier to remove precious molecules and can even turn microalgae into magnetically-guided ‘vehicles’ for targeted drug delivery. Algal cells contain all kinds of useful substances,…
