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🌊 Wondering how can the current Life Cycle Assessment (#LCA) methodologies be improved to help us validate the full environmental benefits of IMTA systems? 🔍 In this latest #article authored by GreenCoLab, Centre of Marine Sciences (CCMAR), ALGAplus Production and Trading of Seaweed and Derived Products S.A., and Decerna, the team of researchers analyzed 29 Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) studies on IMTA systems from 2009 to 2022, shedding light on the challenges, benefits, and potential improvements in assessing the sustainability of aquaculture practices. 📊 While the study highlights the growing importance of this millenary circular natural system, it emphasizes the need for standardized methodologies and specific databases when it comes to sustainability assessments through LCA. 👉 Find the article here: https://lnkd.in/gq8udpWK Let's continue championing innovation and sustainability in aquaculture. 🐟 📍 Stay on top of the latest GreenCoLab-associated publications here: https://lnkd.in/gRN-48W #GreenCoLab #joiningthepiecesinalgalbiotechnolog #Aquaculture #Sustainability #IMTA #LCA #Innovation #Research

How can current Life Cycle Assessment (#LCA) methodologies be improved for IMTA systems? 🔍 A new article by GreenCoLab, Centre of Marine Sciences (CCMAR), ALGAplus Production and Trading of Seaweed and Derived Products S.A., and Decerna analyzes 29 LCA studies on IMTA from 2009-2022, highlighting the need for standardized methodologies and specific databases to better assess sustainability in aquaculture. 👉 Read the article: https://lnkd.in/gq8udpWK #Understanding #GreenCoLab

#Event2024 I 👉 The kick off meeting for our AQUASERV project was a great success ➡️ AQUASERV is a long-term project bringing together scientists from different disciplines to find innovative solutions to societal problems. ➡️ The project will provide transnational and virtual access to 40 entities across 80 spots in Europe. ➡️ This includes EMBRC’s infrastructure services, such as dive vessels, telemetry, and lab equipment. ➡️ It will focus on the implementation of important green policies, such as the European Common Fisheries Policy, the Farm to Fork Strategy, the Sustainable Blue Economy, and the European Green Deal. ➡️ Total budget: over 14 million euros ➡️ This work will boost research and innovation in areas such as aquaculture and marine biotech, helping us to move towards a sustainable Blue Economy 👉 More information about AQUASERV and its societal impact, visit https://lnkd.in/eenrfare #AQUASERV #ResearchInfrastructure #GreenPolicy #EuropeanGreenDeal Davide Di Cioccio Centre of Marine Sciences (CCMAR) AQUAEXCEL3.0 AnaEE-ERIC Analysis and Experimentation on Ecosystems RISIS Communication METROFOOD-RI International Council for the Exploration of the Sea (ICES) European Research Executive Agency (REA)

The INNOAQUA Project was presented at the prestigious ISAP 2024 Conference in Porto, Portugal! This event, held from June 24-28, gathered leading experts in phycology from around the world to share the latest advancements and innovations. INNOAQUA's presentation highlighted innovative approaches and sustainable solutions in aquaculture, sparking engaging discussions and potential collaborations. We are proud to contribute to the global dialogue on sustainable aquaculture practices. For more details, visit our website: https://lnkd.in/dU5DdwRt #SustainableAquaculture #INNOAQUA #ISAP2024 #Innovation #EnvironmentalSustainability With the valuable support of the INNOAQUA Project consortium partners: 🤝 NORCE Norwegian Research Centre (Norway) 🤝 A4F-Algae for Future (Portugal) 🤝 Algemy ingredients (Spain) 🤝 Eco Imagination (France) 🤝 Eranova (France) 🤝 European Aquaculture Society (Belgium) 🤝 Federal University of Rio de Janeiro (Brasil) 🤝 Grupo Nueva Pescanova (Spain) 🤝 INESC TEC (Portugal) 🤝 Marineholmen RASLab AS (Norway) 🤝 PEDAL Consulting (Slovak Republic) 🤝 Perseus (Belgium) 🤝 Projects Blog Leitat (Spain) 🤝 SEA EIGHT(Portugal) 🤝 Sustainn (Spain) 🤝 Viking Aqua AS (Norway) 🤝 Viva Maris GmbH (Germany) With the support of: European Commission #HorizonEurope (Disclaimer: Views and opinions expressed are however those of the author(s) only and do not necessarily reflect those of the European Union or the European Research Executive Agency. Neither the European Union nor the granting authority can be held responsible for them).

We are pleased to welcome REGENA as a new Independent Validator for projects certified under the Ases On-Chain Protocol #aOCP. REGENA is a Brazilian company with extensive experience in ecology, biodiversity, agricultural engineering and regenerative aquaculture. Their solid track record as verifiers includes meticulous evaluations of agri-food schemes aligned with international standards, especially in organic production systems. REGENA leads the Monitoring, Reporting and Verification (MRV) of various innovative and decentralized projects, focusing mainly on soil management and carbon sequestration to drive initiatives in regenerative finance. The incorporation of REGENA into our body of Independent Validators will be a great asset for our standard, as it promotes transparency in our certified projects, validating quality projects. Kelly Besen #carbonmarket #validators #agricultureregenerative #carboncredit #biodiversity

Being at the forefront of technological development is a core strategy for Hofseth. We believe that the growth in aquaculture must occur in more closed systems, and we can point to promising results with Egget. However, a rapid shift in Norway requires political will. Read more about this in the article from TV2. https://lnkd.in/d85XCJfG.

#BlueBioTechpreneurs is proud to contribute to a more sustainable blue economy in Europe, thanks to the EU #EMFAF 2023 funding #10yearsEMFaF   🌊🌍🐠 Read the EMFaF story: Ten years ago, on 15 May 2014, the European Maritime and Fisheries Fund (EMFF) Regulation was adopted. This marks the date when for the first time the European Commission delegated the implementation of part of the fund to a European Executive Agency and new funding possibilities opened for beneficiaries.   Since its launch, the fund has achieved great results, supporting fisheries science and innovative blue economy solutions for citizens, companies, fishing and coastal communities and the environment. Since 2021, the fund is called the European Maritime, Fisheries and Aquaculture Fund (EMFAF) and is managed by the European Climate, Infrastructure and Environment Executive Agency (CINEA).   #innovation #support #development #networking #research #skills hashtag #networkingevent #research #skills #bluebiotechpreneurs #transversalskills #fromresearchtopractice #entrepreneurship #education #students #phd SUBMARINER Network for Blue Growth EEIG CINEA - European Climate, Infrastructure and Environment Executive Agency BlueBio Alliance Pôle Mer Bretagne Atlantique BlueBioClusters Project 🇪🇺 AlgaeProBANOS SeaMark WIN-BIG project Mission Ocean COOL BLUE: Community Ocean Farms and Local Business Clusters in the Baltic & North Seas Syddansk Universitet - University of Southern Denmark University of Gdansk

Guess who tops our rankings, Reykjavik? At Spheric Research we grinded the numbers on four years of project data to come up with a points system that shows where land-based aquaculture projects are advancing the most. My talk at this week's RAStech Magazine event in Charlotte, North Carolina will show which regions are doing the best at building RAS and land-based aquaculture projects. A common thread among winners is the willingness of local investors and domestic lenders to back local projects. The data, available in our annual report, provides a breakdown at the country level and can even be analyzed for production systems (full salmon RAS vs hybrid flow through, for example)

Australia's blue economy is set to surge past $100 billion annually by 2025, with aquaculture leading the charge. This represents a 126% increase from the $74.2 billion recorded in 2013-14. Aquaculture, growing at 5.3% CAGR, is outpacing most traditional industries, offering robust investment opportunities. With only 0.1% of Australia's maritime jurisdiction currently used, the potential for expansion is enormous. (Oscar Hillerstorm). Australian Institute of Marine Science, National Marine Science Plan 2015-2025 https://lnkd.in/gMsb_HqD

📢🌊My article in FOODReporter, covering the 3rd Aquaculture Sector Conference 2024, organized by AMBIO SA S.A. with the support of the Hellenic Aquaculture Producers Organization and the scientific collaboration of the Agricultural University of Athens. 🌍 As the climate crisis is now a reality, the need to change production methods is imperative. #New technologies and #sustainable practices are shaping the future of the sector, and it is crucial for manufacturing to invest in them to enhance their competitiveness. 💡🔄 📦 Additionally, new consumer trends indicate a demand for easy and ready-to-eat final products. Meeting these demands can open new markets and further boost the sector's growth. 🍽️🔝 🐟 The aquaculture sector is extremely important for our country's economy, but to continue growing, it must adapt to new challenges and invest in modern technologies. 📈🤝 #FoodReporter #Boussias #AquaCultureCongress2024 #SustainableDevelopment #NewTechnologies #ClimateChange