Eco-innovations is the new buzz. People from all around the world are looking into this field. An Austrian company is constructing an operation of an innovative photo-bioreactor for the production of micro algae comprising high

amounts of omega-3 fatty acids which is good for our diet.

We regard CO2 warily, but it is a resource that can be used to

encourage the growth of algae that are rich in nutrients and

other factors. The Phobior project explains it is ?Closing the

carbon cycle? by using CO2 to grow algae producing omega-3

rich fatty acids. These fatty acids are essential to the human

metabolism and are currently sourced from fish oil, despite

concerns about over-fishing and pollutant contamination

such as mercury.

By commercialising an innovative photo-bioreactor, Phobior

is harnessing a natural source of omega-3 which avoids

exploitation of fish stocks and puts CO2 to good use.

This idea truly inspired me and got me thinking. If what we consider waste can be put to use, there might be so many new possibilities. Lets share our ideas for innovation.