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
We are pleased to announce the publication of the first scientific paper from the INNOAQUA Project, titled "Integrated use of algae in sustainable aquaculture practices: A step toward the circular economy" in the prestigious journal Bioresource Technology. This groundbreaking research represents a significant milestone in our mission to revolutionize the aquaculture industry with sustainable and innovative practices.
Leitat, founded in 1906, is a leading institution in technology management at both the national and European levels. Dedicated to applied research, technical services, and the management of technological and innovation initiatives, Leitat continues to push the boundaries of sustainable development and resource optimization.
On November 13, 2024, the European Sustainable Phosphorus Platform (ESPP) organized a workshop in Brussels to address the regulatory status and challenges of using algae grown with inputs like wastewater, animal by-products, or manure in fertilizers, feed, and industrial applications. The event featured the presentation of a legal analysis and discussions among experts, producers, and regulators. Topics included EU "End-of-Waste" criteria and the valorization of algae in sustainable practices.