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Sustainable macroalgae systems for innovative, added-value applications: cultivation and optimised production systems

This funding call focuses on developing sustainable macroalgae cultivation systems for innovative bio-based applications. The initiative aims to advance sustainable biomass production, enhance environmental sustainability, and promote circularity in macroalgae-based biotechnologies. The call supports industrial scalability of macroalgae production, optimizing cultivation systems while ensuring biodiversity and ecosystem integrity.

Key objectives include:
- Enhancing cross-disciplinary research and innovation activities.
- Increasing research and innovation capacities to address environmental challenges.
- Strengthening bio-based value chains and industrial integration of bio-based systems.
- Ensuring sustainable macroalgae-based production with circularity and environmental sustainability.

The call encourages the demonstration of innovative, scalable, and efficient macroalgae cultivation and processing methods, contributing to sustainable bio-based markets. Projects should explore cost-efficient, high-yield production technologies, eco-friendly biorefinery solutions, and strategies for ensuring positive ecological impacts.

Opening: 04-04-2025
Deadline(s): 17-09-2025

Expected Outcome

- Proven scalability of sustainable macroalgae cultivation systems.
- Development of novel bio-based products from cultivated macroalgae.
- Socio-economic benefits, including job creation in blue economy sectors.
- Demonstrated positive impacts on biodiversity and marine ecosystems.
- Enhanced environmental sustainability of macroalgae-based industries.
- Contribution to the EU strategy for a sustainable blue economy.
- Increased integration of macroalgae into industrial bio-based value chains.
- Improved public acceptance of macroalgae-based innovations.
- Strengthened R&D activities in macroalgae-based biotechnologies.
- Contribution to climate neutrality and circular economy objectives.

Scope

- Develop scalable, sustainable macroalgae cultivation systems.
- Optimize macroalgal feedstocks for high market potential applications.
- Demonstrate cost-efficient, eco-friendly biomass harvesting and processing.
- Integrate renewable energy for enhanced energy efficiency in production.
- Ensure environmental sustainability, biodiversity protection, and carbon sequestration.
- Develop innovative bio-based products and viable business models.
- Address public perception and acceptance of macroalgae-based products.
- Strengthen industry and research collaboration in the bio-based sector.
- Establish synergies with EU algae stakeholders and existing projects.
- Foster regional and local governance engagement in coastal bioeconomy.