Biosolutions — Ocean Startups
273 ocean startups and private companies working on biosolutions across 45 countries.
Where are biosolutions startups based?
Biosolutions Startups
Greenskill Environmental Technology Ltd
Scotland · Seaweeds/Algae, Biosolutions, Waste/Pollution, Carbon/Climate, Data/Tech
Greenskill Environmental Technology Ltd develops microalgae-based photobioreactor technologies for carbon capture, wastewater treatment, and the conversion of emissions and wastewater into valuable products. The company combines biological process engineering, renewable energy integration, and cloud-based control systems to deliver carbon-negative industrial solutions.
Bromalgae S.L.
Spain · Seaweeds/Algae, Biosolutions, Waste/Pollution, Carbon/Climate, Energy/Maritime
Bromalgae S.L. is a biotechnology company that develops microalgae-based solutions for pollutant gas reduction and industrial microalgae production. It designs photobioreactors, provides scale-up services, and develops environmental applications such as air purification, CO2 capture, and biomass valorization.
Big Kelp Ltd.
United Kingdom · Seaweeds/Algae, Carbon/Climate, Waste/Pollution, Biosolutions, Aquaculture/Fisheries
Big Kelp Ltd. develops kelp-based solutions to address climate change, ocean health, plastic waste, pollution, and livestock methane emissions. It focuses on large-scale kelp cultivation and kelp-derived raw materials and supplements.
Lagosta
Switzerland · Aquaculture/Fisheries, Corals/Biodiversity, Biosolutions
LAGOSTA is a private company focused on spiny lobster aquaculture, marine biodiversity conservation, and marine biotechnology. It develops biomedical-grade chitosan from natural waste and cultivates spiny lobsters in a fully controlled environment.
Arborea
United Kingdom · Seaweeds/Algae, Carbon/Climate, Biosolutions
Arborea is a private company developing microalgae-based ingredients and proteins using its Biosolar Leaf™ cultivation system. It captures CO2 and sunlight to produce net-zero food, feed, cosmetic and agricultural ingredients without fertile land.
SeaMeGro
Ireland · Seaweeds/Algae, Biosolutions, Carbon/Climate
SeaMeGro develops seaweed-based biofertilizers and microbial agricultural inputs that improve soil health, crop productivity, water quality, and carbon outcomes. It uses sustainably harvested seaweed and biological formulations to replace synthetic fertilizers and pesticides.
RubisCO2
Mexico · Seaweeds/Algae, Biosolutions, Carbon/Climate
RubisCO2 develops modular pyrolysis technology that converts sargassum and algae waste into biochar for carbon dioxide removal. It works with Caribbean communities to turn invasive algae into climate-focused products and future carbon credits.
Chitelix
· Biosolutions, Waste/Pollution, Aquaculture/Fisheries
CHITELIX is a biotechnology company that upcycles seafood by-products into chitosan and other bio-ingredients. It develops circular solutions that reduce waste pollution and create value for industry and coastal communities.