Swedish Algae Factory produces uniquely functional materials that are good for the planet. Their mission is to be the world-leading producer of advanced materials from algae and a driving force towards a circular and bio-based industry.

They are the first company in the world to cultivate and sell diatom algae shells. They call the material Algica®. Algica® is a porous silica with unique light altering, absorptive and binding properties that are unmatched by synthetic materials.

Algica® makes silicon solar cells at least 4% more efficient (4% is worth at least €1,2B annually for the solar energy industry) and DSSC 38% more efficient. Each kg Algica® used in solar panels reduces C02 emissions with at leasts 200 tons according to WWF.

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Swedish Algae Factory

Swedish Algae Factory

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