On December 6th, 2024, the INNOAQUA Project proudly participated in the Networking Friday webinar, titled “Step into the Future of Food through INNOAQUA Project’s Aquaculture Revolution.” The event aimed to provide a platform for knowledge sharing and discussions on sustainable inland aquaculture, bringing together industry experts, researchers, and stakeholders to explore innovative approaches that align with ecological and economic goals.
The webinar featured notable contributions from experts such as Dorinde M.M. Kleinegris, Markus Grendstad Rousseau, and Pia Steinrücken from NORCE Norwegian Research Centre, Rui Pereira from A4F – Algae for Future, and Carlos León Perfecto from Sustainn. These speakers presented insights into a range of key topics, including the role of algae in creating sustainable and high-value food applications, strategies to measure sustainability, and the integration of circular economy principles in aquaculture. Additionally, the use of digital technologies to improve efficiency, drive innovation and facilitate the development of algae the aquaculture sector was explored.
The INNOAQUA Project contributed to the discussion by highlighting its work on integrating algae-based solutions with circular economy principles and advanced digital tools. This approach aims to support the diversification and sustainability of inland aquaculture practices across Europe.
For INNOAQUA, this participation aligns with its mission to support the European aquaculture industry in adopting innovative approaches that are both sustainable and scalable. The discussions reinforced the need for continued investment in research and development, and stakeholder engagement to foster resilience within the sector.
