Welcome Algix, ABO’s Newest Bronze-Level Member

This month ABO welcomes Algix, a leading innovator in algae-based plastics and foams and harvesting technologies. Algix has joined ABO as a bronze-level member. Algix is well-known for being behind the algae-based BLOOM line of sustainable materials used to make everything from shoes, backpacks, and other items. Founded in 2010, Algix has experienced remarkable growth …

2022 Census of Agriculture – Algae Production

Every five years the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) surveys all farmers and ranchers for production, sales, labor, land use and other information to inform national and state programs that benefit U.S. agriculture. Your voice as algae producers matters – be counted in the 2022 Census of Agriculture. Participation in the Census shows Congress, state …

Algae Biomass Summit

The Algae Biomass Organization is the organizer of the annual Algae Biomass Summit, the largest gathering of algae and seaweed professionals from around the world. Participants convene to experience the latest:      •    Research advances and technology breakthroughs     •    New products and services     •    Networking and business partnerships     •    Career training and …

Save the Date: 2021 Algae Biomass Summit

A virtual learning and collaboration event Main Stage Conference: September 28-30 Breakout Sessions, Tours and More: October 1-27 Join the global algae collaboration. The Algae Biomass Organization is pleased to announce that the 2021 Algae Biomass Summit will once again be a virtual conference, to be held September 28-October 27, 2021. This event will take …

Carbon capture gets a boost with 45Q tax credits

IRS Issues Final Rule on 45Q Tax Credit for Carbon Capture

This month the Treasury Department and the Internal Revenue Service issued the final rules about the section 45Q tax credit that can incentivize projects that capture and sequester carbon dioxide. ABO has been an advocate for the credit, and the new rule may open the door for algae production projects to apply. “These final regulations …