Algae Scope

💰 ❤️🩹 ⚠️ The true cost of PFAS, and are businesses underestimating the risks? PFAS, the so-called “forever chemicals,” don’t just linger in the environment—they come with steep legal liabilities, mounting reputational risks, and serious human health concerns. With lawsuits piling up, regulatory crackdowns intensifying, and public awareness at an all-time high, businesses can no longer afford to ignore the hidden costs of PFAS. 🔍 What’s at stake?  🌱 How can companies proactively transition to safer alternatives? We break it all down in our latest blog post https://lnkd.in/eGk_jntk #PFAS #PFASalternative #seaweed #biocoating #SDG #ESG #biomass #bioproduct #innovation #sustainability #circulareconomy Natasha Yamamura Dr. Elvira Rakova Dr Farshid Pahlevani Alejandra Noren Fiona McOmish

📢 The NEC Corporation Innovation Challenge award results have just been announced, and the DNP Dai Nippon Printing Co., Ltd. award goes to Algae Scope! 🚀 🌊 Global startups were invited to submit their innovative solutions under four key themes of Healthcare, Sustainability, Digital Operational Excellence, and Media/Entertainment, and out of 7️⃣ 0️⃣ 8️⃣ applicants and 8️⃣ finalists, Algae Scope is delighted to have been selected as one of the two prize winners. 🥳 Algae Scope's CEO and Co-Founder Natasha Yamamura shared our vision and traction in developing a bio-coating made 100% from seaweed as an alternative to increasingly regulated PFAS (Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances). We appreciate this global stage to present our viable, scalable, natural solution to avoid the use of dangerous PFAS chemicals across many industries, including (but not limited to) textile, electronics, and furnishings. We look forward to partnering and testing with DNP Dai Nippon Printing Co., Ltd. as a result of winning this prize. Congratulations to Prevu3D for winning the award for Digital Operational Excellence 🎉 Click on the press release to find out more... https://lnkd.in/esAhn5_V #seaweed #PFAS #biocoating #bioproduct #alternative #innovation Natasha Yamamura Dr. Elvira Rakova Dr Farshid Pahlevani Alejandra Noren Fiona McOmish

📅 Save the date! 📢 Algae Scope will be present along with other inspirational Aqua Startups from March 22 to 24 at Space LeonardH2O, Venice. 🌊

📢 In our LinkedIn post a few weeks ago, we highlighted some of the increasing, complex global regulations that are tightening around PFAS in 2025. 🌍 https://lnkd.in/e9N3RD94 Building on this update, our latest blog post delves into the industries most affected and offers proactive steps to navigate this evolving landscape.  Discover how sustainable, seaweed-based alternatives can position your company ahead of the curve. 🌊 🚀 https://lnkd.in/e9X8zr8s #seaweed #bioproducts #PFAS #biocoating #SDGs #ESGs #Sustainability Natasha Yamamura Dr. Elvira Rakova Dr Farshid Pahlevani Alejandra Noren Fiona McOmish

🌊 Exciting News from Algae Scope 🌊 We're delighted to have been selected out of 200 startups to participate in the Faros Accelerator Blue Economy! 🚀 This is an incredible opportunity to engage with FAROS's broad industrial network, and we’re already seeing the value of these connections. 🔹 Why is this so important? Italy’s maritime heritage and strategic position in the Mediterranean make it a logical natural hub for the blue economy. With its rich coastline, Italy is uniquely positioned to lead the charge in sustainable, ocean-based industries. 🔹 What’s driving this shift? Italian industries are embracing bio-based alternatives that offer cost-effective environmentally-friendly solutions. Why? - The problem of dangerous PFAS chemicals is well-known in Italy and these regulations are tightening, so companies know that if they fail to adapt, they must face penalties, fees, and sanctions. - With more than 4 billion euros in turnover, Italy ranks first in Europe for the production of technical textiles and fourth in the world. Establishing seaweed farming, and testing seaweed bio-products, including our water-resistant and fire-retardant seaweed bio-coating, in Italy makes strategic sense against this backdrop! - Corporate reporting requirements are increasing, creating pressure to show clear progress in reducing carbon emissions and meeting SDG/ESG goals. - Addressing the root cause of toxic chemicals at the source isn’t just possible—it’s an economically-viable and organisationally-smart solution. 🔹 We are excited about the potential for innovation in the blue economy here in Italy and the broader global impact that can follow. 🌱🌊 #BlueEconomy #Innovation #Sustainability #BioBasedSolutions #FAROS #CircularEconomy #ESG #SDGs #SustainableFuture Natasha Yamamura, Dr. Elvira Rakova, Dr Farshid Pahlevani Alejandra Noren Fiona McOmish

🌊 Ride the Waves of Innovation! 🌊 We’re thrilled to announce the launch of our Blue Economy ClimAccelerator Malta Program! These groundbreaking startups harness the power of blue-tech, leading the way toward ocean sustainability. 🌿Algae Scope ⚓Anchorbot  🌿BioBright LTD 🚢Bout 🐟Ogyre  ☀️Green Independence  ⛵GT Wings  💦MANHAT  🚢Mardeca  🌊NatureSafe Marine 🛰️Plastic-i 🚢TUCCO  🌊Vessel X From protecting our oceans to driving clean energy and transforming port operations, this cohort is leading the change for a brighter, bluer future! #BlueEconomy #Climate #Sustainability #Innovation #Startups #Malta #Climate-KIC, #Climatechange, #ClimAccelerator #Oceans #Bluetech #Deeptech

✨ Le startup #ClimateTech e per la trasformazione digitale nella PA 🚀 Ieri al Palazzo Giureconsulti di Milano sono state premiate le startup vincitrici di #Encubator e #INNO4GOV, due programmi dedicati a sostenere le eccellenze nell'innovazione tecnologica per il Climate Tech e la trasformazione digitale nella PA. 🌎 Le iniziative hanno coinvolto complessivamente 214 startup provenienti da tutto il mondo. 🎖 7 le startup deep tech premiate che stanno rivoluzionando settori cruciali, dall’energia green ai materiali sostenibili, fino all’economia circolare e alla gestione dei rifiuti. Le startup vincitrici di Encubator, riceveranno un grant di 40.000 euro messi a disposizione da Camera di Commercio Milano Monza Brianza Lodi e parteciperanno a un percorso di accelerazione di 4 mesi a cura di PoliHub, Camera di commercio e Politecnico di Milano. Sono: Agreenet – che si aggiudica inoltre il Premio Speciale COREPLA - Consorzio Nazionale per la Raccolta, il Riciclo e il Recupero degli Imballaggi in Plastica, Innovation Partner. Orbita Technologies Hyper Wind Algae Scope Zerow  Alkelux - Advanced Materials riceve invece il grant di 40.000 euro messo a disposizione da COREPLA, Innovation Partner e Limenet riceve il grant di BCC Milano, Empowering Partner. 🏆 Sono invece Metis e Handy Signs i due progetti, nell’ambito di Inno4Gov, che guideranno il processo di trasformazione digitale e inclusione nella PA. Le due startup ricevono un grant di 50.000 euro e uno spazio dedicato per sperimentare le loro soluzioni con la Camera di commercio Milano Monza Brianza Lodi. Grazie a tutti i partecipanti, ai partner e alla giuria che ha supportato con esperienza e visione i nostri programmi di accelerazione. Grazie a Gabriella Rocco per la moderazione dell’evento. Vi raccontiamo tutte le startup in questo articolo di La Repubblica https://lnkd.in/dFmBCyDc Innovation Partner – COREPLA Empowering Partner – BCC Milano Pioneer Partner – a2a, Terna SpA Tech Transfer Partner – Tech4Planet | Polo Nazionale di Trasferimento Tecnologico per la sostenibilità ambientale Business Partner for Regeneration – NATIVA Technical Partner – Portolano-Cavallo, Innexta, Innovhub-Stazioni Sperimentali per l’Industria, JACOBACCI & PARTNERS S.p.A. Network Supporter: PNICube Media Partner – GEDI Gruppo Editoriale #Encubator2025 #INNO4GOV #Innovazione #Startup #ClimateTech #DigitalTransformation

🌍 PFAS Regulations Tightening in 2025 This useful article summarises a wave of new PFAS (Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances) restrictions and scrutiny across Europe, the US, and Asia, and considers the regulatory and corporate challenges and opportunities for companies and industries in 2025. Some developments include: 🔹 Europe: The European Union is moving ahead with: stricter PFAS proposal restrictions; expanding the list of substances of very high concern (SVHC) and persistant organic pollulants (POPs) under EU REACH; and with the implementation of the Stockholm Convention. Companies must ensure compliance or face penalties. 🔹 PFAS Reporting requirements in Canada, placing accountability for industries across the supply chain. 🔹 Increased regulations on PFAS in the US, with stricter reporting, and a rise in litigation. 🔹 A focus on the full Product Life Cycle (LCA) that shows the environmental footprint throughout a product's entire lifespan. https://lnkd.in/eFTVifeW 🔑 Opportunities for Innovation: With every regulatory shift, there is also an opportunity for innovation. Addressing the root causes of PFAS at the source and finding bio-based alternatives offers a forward-thinking corporate strategy that aligns with sustainability development goals and regulatory demands. Our solutions made 100% from seaweed offer one such opportunity. How is your organisation preparing for stricter PFAS regulations? #PFAS #Sustainability #Regulations #EnvironmentalImpact #ChemicalInnovation #CorporateResponsibility #Seaweed #BlueEconomy #biotechnology #SustainableDevelopmentGoals #BioBasedAlternatives #LCA Natasha Yamamura Dr. Elvira Rakova Dr Farshid Pahlevani Alejandra Noren Fiona McOmish

PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances) are a group of man-made chemicals used in products, like materials that are water-resistant and fire-resistant. They are often known as "forever chemicals" because they don't break down easily in the environment or in the human body. The main problems with PFAS include: 🌍 Environmental Contamination: PFAS have spread widely in water, soil, and air. ❤️🩹 Health Risks: Over 200 studies link PFAS to serious health problems, including cancer, liver damage, obesity, infertility and immune system problems. ⚠️ Persistence: PFAS accumulate over time, leading to long-term exposure which will persist until a natural alternative for these chemicals is adopted. Not only does PFAS accumulate in the environment, but they also remain in the body for years, causing cumulative damage. Children's PFAS levels are currently up to 4 x higher than adults. ☣️ PFAS products involve the use of fossil fuels, and their production contributes to pollution. The cost to clean up and deal with the health and social impacts of PFAS is significant - €18k per kg - and is a major ongoing challenge. Algae Scope has developed a water resistant, fire retardant bio-coating made 100% from seaweed that can replace PFAS chemicals that are used for these purposes. PFAS is present in 50% of textiles, with items labelled 100% cotton or cotton and synthetic blends containing the highest amounts of PFAS. Our bio-coating is effective on cotton and polyester, and we are currently testing with customers on a broader range of fibres and materials too. Our solution is cost-comparative, safer and scalable. To find out more, please don't hesitate to get in touch! Natasha Yamamura Dr. Elvira Rakova Dr Farshid Pahlevani Alejandra Noren Fiona McOmish #PFAS #seaweed #biotechnology #bioproduct #carbonreduction #fossilfuel #textile

Thank you Natasha , yes the future is enthousiastic with entreprenors like you ! Congratulations for Algae scope , an alternative of the PFAS which are one of the most dangerous element to our Heath