Innoaqua
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Innovative approaches for an integrated use of algae in sustainable aquaculture practices and high-value food applications.
17 partners
joining forces to focus on Sustainable Aquaculture Practices for Innovative Seafood products.
The INNOAQUA project aims to pave the path towards the upcoming sustainable and diversified EU in-land aquaculture industry by leaning on the demonstration and mainstreaming of innovative algae-based foods and solutions, and ecology, circularity and digitalization concepts.
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Objective 1
To implement an ecosystem approach for sustainable management of aquaculture production.
Objective 2
To demonstrate tools to limit the waste in aquaculture cultivation and processing.
Objective 3
To demonstrate processing methods to obtain new innovative (algae-based) seafood products.
Objective 4
To enhance the societal acceptance and market penetration of innovative seafood products through novel social simulation approaches.
Objective 5
To maximize wider uptake of INNOAQUA’s results during and after the project’s execution.
Algae
An important source of alternative low-carbon footprint protein.
Latest News
The INNOAQUA Project is thrilled to announce that project partner INESC TEC will participate in Business2Sea 2024, a renowned event organized by Fórum Oceano. Scheduled for November 14-15, 2024, in Matosinhos, Portugal, Business2Sea has established itself as a key gathering for marine and maritime professionals, fostering collaboration and knowledge exchange across the blue economy. This event provides an ideal stage for INESC TEC to present INNOAQUA’s innovative approach to sustainable aquaculture and to connect with industry leaders, researchers, policymakers, and entrepreneurs invested in the future of our oceans.
Sustainable management and efficient use of water resources are crucial in the fish production and processing sectors, particularly considering growing public concern for aquatic ecosystems. Tailoring water use and reuse to specific production or processing conditions is crucial, considering potential reusable sources, applications for reused water, treatment technologies, and operator capabilities to enhance both efficiency and sustainability in the seafood sector.
The INNOAQUA Project is pleased to announce that NORCE, the project coordinator, along with project partner A4F, will participate in ALGAEurope 2024, taking place in Athens from December 10-13. This annual conference, which attracts over 400 experts from more than 45 countries, is a premier event for algae industry professionals, scientists, and policy-makers, offering unique insights into the latest advancements in algae production and commercialization.