Growing spirulina for the masses with a small footprint

Traditional food production sectors will not be able to sustainably meet the food consumption needs of our multiplying global population without innovation. The population at the base of the pyramid will be the first to lose... [ view full abstract ]

Traditional food production sectors will not be able to sustainably meet the food consumption needs of our multiplying global population without innovation. The population at the base of the pyramid will be the first to lose access to critical food resources. Developing alternative food sources as well as new approaches for sustainable production are critical to meeting these growing demands. By partnering with NGOs, donor groups and aid agencies, EnerGaia is introducing a new contract farming model tailored particularly for women entrepreneurs in coastal communities of developing countries. EnerGaia has the potential to work with both farmers in Bangladesh and store owners in Kalimantan to dramatically improve diets and combat micronutrient malnutrition while simultaneously enhancing local livelihoods through development of spirulina microentrepreneurs. As a social enterprise with over 5 years of commercial experience operating our innovative spirulina production system on rooftops and rural areas, we seek to amplify our impact by spreading our technology around the world. Our company’s mission is to provide a clean, healthy and sustainable food source.