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CNN
10 hours ago
- Climate
- CNN
CNN reports from Gaza aid crossing
Concerns grow over Australia's toxic algae bloom A harmful algae bloom off the coast of South Australia, caused by high sea temperatures and runoff from flooding, is poisoning marine life and depleting oxygen in the water. The Australian government has stated that there is little that can be done to reverse the rapid rate of the climate crisis.
Yahoo
2 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Provectus Algae Raises $12.6M in Series A Led by At One Ventures and Grant Funding
NOOSAVILLE, Australia, July 22, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Provectus Algae (Provectus) announced today that it has raised US$10.1M in Series A financing and an additional US$2.5M in grant funding from the Australian government. The round was led by At One Ventures and included Methane Mitigation, Mort & Co, and existing shareholders, such as Hitachi Ventures, among others. Tom Chi, Founding Partner of At One Ventures, will also join the company's Board of Directors. Provectus Algae programs algae to create category-defining bioproducts and sustainable industrial solutions. Through its proprietary Precision Photosynthesis® and artificial intelligence (AI) enabled biomanufacturing technologies, Provectus Algae discovers, develops, and produces algae products at scale, controlling the expression of target compounds for step-changes in productivity and cost of goods. The company's first groundbreaking product off its platform, Surf'N'Turf®, is an algae-based feed supplement for ruminant livestock that contains a seaweed proven to improve rumen digestion and reduce methane generation during enteric fermentation. "Animal agriculture generates more emissions than any other industry, and Provectus Algae's high-yield production offers an economic pathway to substantially solve for these emissions while improving the livelihoods of farmers and ranchers," said Chi. This raise provides Provectus Algae with additional funds to further scale Surf'N'Turf production, perform the world's largest pilot trials for such a product, and supply large quantities of the feed supplement to the market. "As one of Australia's largest lot feeding managers, Mort & Co has a responsibility to lead the way in finding effective methane reduction solutions for the commercial beef industry. The team has been actively involved in testing various feed additives as part of its ongoing commitment to improving sustainability and animal welfare. With the ability to scale production and tailor products for our animals and operations, we have partnered with Provectus Algae to conduct trials of their product designed to reduce methane emissions and increase cattle performance. Achieving increased performance alongside the reduction in methane will provide great opportunity for the industry and we are eager to be a part of this journey," said Charlie Mort, Executive Chairman of Mort & Co. The Series A funds are complemented by support from the Australian Government's Industry Growth Program. The highly competitive "Commercialisation and Growth" grant helps innovative startups and businesses with high growth potential that want to transform, significantly scale up, and build Australian manufacturing capability for the future. "I am incredibly proud of what our team has built despite challenging headwinds in the biotech sector. This milestone is a testament to our team's determination and their desire to deliver lasting advancements in sustainable biomanufacturing," said Nusqe Spanton, Founder and CEO of Provectus Algae. "With Tom Chi coming aboard and Mort & Co's strategic backing, our team has become even stronger as we scale the world's best methane-reducing feed supplement." ABOUT PROVECTUS ALGAE Provectus Algae transforms natural processes into scalable, carbon-negative solutions. Through its proprietary technologies, Provectus Algae has developed an end-to-end platform capable of taking algae-based bioproducts from concept to commercialization. By integrating research, development, and production into a seamless workflow, Provectus Algae enables sustainable biomanufacturing at scale, offering cost-effective and eco-friendly solutions across industries, including agriculture, personal care, and beyond. To learn more, please visit View source version on Contacts Nusqe SpantonFounder & CEOProvectus Algaenusqe@ Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
National Post
2 days ago
- Business
- National Post
Provectus Algae Raises $12.6M in Series A Led by At One Ventures and Grant Funding
Article content NOOSAVILLE, Australia — Provectus Algae (Provectus) announced today that it has raised US$10.1M in Series A financing and an additional US$2.5M in grant funding from the Australian government. The round was led by At One Ventures and included Methane Mitigation, Mort & Co, and existing shareholders, such as Hitachi Ventures, among others. Tom Chi, Founding Partner of At One Ventures, will also join the company's Board of Directors. Article content Provectus Algae programs algae to create category-defining bioproducts and sustainable industrial solutions. Through its proprietary Precision Photosynthesis® and artificial intelligence (AI) enabled biomanufacturing technologies, Provectus Algae discovers, develops, and produces algae products at scale, controlling the expression of target compounds for step-changes in productivity and cost of goods. Article content The company's first groundbreaking product off its platform, Surf'N'Turf®, is an algae-based feed supplement for ruminant livestock that contains a seaweed proven to improve rumen digestion and reduce methane generation during enteric fermentation. 'Animal agriculture generates more emissions than any other industry, and Provectus Algae's high-yield production offers an economic pathway to substantially solve for these emissions while improving the livelihoods of farmers and ranchers,' said Chi. Article content This raise provides Provectus Algae with additional funds to further scale Surf'N'Turf production, perform the world's largest pilot trials for such a product, and supply large quantities of the feed supplement to the market. Article content 'As one of Australia's largest lot feeding managers, Mort & Co has a responsibility to lead the way in finding effective methane reduction solutions for the commercial beef industry. The team has been actively involved in testing various feed additives as part of its ongoing commitment to improving sustainability and animal welfare. With the ability to scale production and tailor products for our animals and operations, we have partnered with Provectus Algae to conduct trials of their product designed to reduce methane emissions and increase cattle performance. Achieving increased performance alongside the reduction in methane will provide great opportunity for the industry and we are eager to be a part of this journey,' said Charlie Mort, Executive Chairman of Mort & Co. Article content The Series A funds are complemented by support from the Australian Government's Industry Growth Program. The highly competitive 'Commercialisation and Growth' grant helps innovative startups and businesses with high growth potential that want to transform, significantly scale up, and build Australian manufacturing capability for the future. Article content 'I am incredibly proud of what our team has built despite challenging headwinds in the biotech sector. This milestone is a testament to our team's determination and their desire to deliver lasting advancements in sustainable biomanufacturing,' said Nusqe Spanton, Founder and CEO of Provectus Algae. 'With Tom Chi coming aboard and Mort & Co's strategic backing, our team has become even stronger as we scale the world's best methane-reducing feed supplement.' Article content Provectus Algae transforms natural processes into scalable, carbon-negative solutions. Through its proprietary technologies, Provectus Algae has developed an end-to-end platform capable of taking algae-based bioproducts from concept to commercialization. By integrating research, development, and production into a seamless workflow, Provectus Algae enables sustainable biomanufacturing at scale, offering cost-effective and eco-friendly solutions across industries, including agriculture, personal care, and beyond. To learn more, please visit Article content Article content Article content Article content
CTV News
4 days ago
- CTV News
What's that orange stuff? Algae bloom flourishes at Stanley Park's Lost Lagoon
If you've been to Stanley Park this summer, you may be wondering what the strange-looking orange stuff is on the edges of Lost Lagoon. It's a type of algae that began blooming in early May and continues to flourish, with the organic material stretching metres from the shore into the man-made lake in some areas. 'We're not testing it, doubt that it's toxic algae, but they do happen in various lakes,' said Chad Townsend, the Vancouver Park Board's environmental planner, adding they want parkgoers and their dogs to stay out of the water. Lost Lagoon algae He said they're monitoring the algae but that they can't do much except let it run its natural life cycle: bloom, diminish, then sink to the bottom of the lagoon. 'Due to the decisions of the past, we have a major project with Lost Lagoon. It's human nature, I think, to look for easy solutions and think, 'This one change would, clean up Lost Lagoon.' But it is a major project,' said Townsend. The lagoon used to be a tidal ecosystem connected to Coal Harbour, but a century ago it was closed off for pleasure boating when the causeway was built and the water has no natural circulation. The pond is iconic in the park, but the water has been brackish for years and park board staff expect to present various options for the lagoon's future in the fall. Townsend says the board will work with the port authority and First Nations to determine what the future of the lagoon will look like. In pre-colonial times it was a shellfish harvesting site and has cultural significance for local Indigenous communities. Last Lagoon algae
Sustainability Times
13-07-2025
- Science
- Sustainability Times
'These Ancient Cells Just Came Back to Life': Scientists Awestruck as 7,000-Year-Old Algae Revived From Baltic Sea Depths, Defying Biological Limits
IN A NUTSHELL 🌊 In a groundbreaking study, researchers revived 7,000-year-old algae from the Baltic Sea, revealing ancient survival strategies. from the Baltic Sea, revealing ancient survival strategies. 🔬 The research, led by the Leibniz Institute , used optimal conditions to awaken dormant diatom cells buried in sediment layers. , used optimal conditions to awaken dormant diatom cells buried in sediment layers. 🧬 Genetic analysis of the revived algae uncovered distinct evolutionary changes over millennia, offering insights into marine adaptation. over millennia, offering insights into marine adaptation. 🌍 This study paves the way for advances in resurrection ecology, helping predict future ecosystem responses to climate change. In the depths of the Baltic Sea, a groundbreaking discovery has emerged, shedding light on the incredible resilience of life. Scientists have successfully revived 7,000-year-old dormant algae, a feat that opens new avenues in understanding the adaptability of marine life over millennia. This remarkable achievement by the Leibniz Institute for Baltic Sea Research Warnemünde (IOW) not only offers insights into the long-term survival strategies of marine organisms but also provides a unique opportunity to study past ecosystems and the evolutionary pathways that have shaped them. The revival of these ancient diatoms marks a new chapter in paleoecology and resurrection ecology. The Science Behind Dormancy and Resurrection Dormancy is a fascinating survival strategy employed by various life forms across the globe. It allows organisms to withstand harsh conditions by entering a state of reduced metabolic activity. Phytoplankton, the microscopic plants at the base of aquatic food chains, particularly rely on dormancy. During unfavorable conditions, like winter's cold and darkness, these organisms sink to the bottom, becoming buried under sediment layers. This state of suspended animation can last thousands of years until conditions improve. The recent study, published in The ISME Journal, explored the resurrection of dormant algae from Baltic Sea sediment cores. This research, part of the PHYTOARK project, aims to use dormant phytoplankton as 'time capsules' to decode ecological history, biodiversity, and climate change impacts over centuries. By reviving these ancient cells, scientists gain a rare glimpse into past marine ecosystems and environmental conditions, offering invaluable insights into how marine life adapts to changing environments. 'We Spent 8 Years Building This': Watchmakers Unveil the Most Complex Timepiece Ever Created in Human History Bringing 7,000-Year-Old Algae Back to Life Led by IOW phytoplankton expert Sarah Bolius, the research team embarked on an ambitious mission to revive dormant diatom cells from sediment cores collected 787 feet below the Eastern Gotland Deep. These cores span nearly 7,000 years, each layer reflecting different climatic periods in the Baltic Sea's history. The samples were retrieved during a 2021 expedition aboard the research vessel Elisabeth Mann Borgese. Using optimal light and nutrient conditions, researchers revived algae from nine sediment samples. The most resilient species was Skeletonema marinoi, a common diatom in the Baltic Sea. Viable cells dating back 6,871 ± 140 years were found, showcasing their extraordinary resilience despite millennia without light or oxygen. Upon revival, these algae resumed growth, division, and photosynthesis, demonstrating the retention of genetic material and biological fitness comparable to modern strains. 'We Found Evidence of Advanced Tech': Archaeologists Say Ancient Egyptians May Have Used Water-Powered Machines to Build the Pyramids The Genetic Secrets of the Resurrected Algae A key aspect of this study is the genetic analysis of the revived algae. Using microsatellite analysis, researchers compared the DNA of algae from different sediment layers, spanning thousands of years. This genetic profiling revealed distinct genetic groups among the algae, highlighting evolutionary changes over time. This discovery is crucial, as it allows scientists to trace genetic adaptations over millennia, offering insights into marine life's evolution and response to environmental changes. By studying living cells, researchers gain a more accurate picture of how organisms reacted to shifts in climate, salinity, and oxygen levels. This genetic analysis provides a deeper understanding of the resilience and adaptability of marine species over long periods. 'We're Entering the Mach 5 Era': US Military's SR-72 Hypersonic Jet Set to Shatter Speed Limits With 2025 Debut Dormancy as a Survival Strategy and Research Tool Dormancy's role as a survival strategy is not unique to algae. Various seeds, crustaceans, and bacteria can remain viable for centuries or millennia in dormancy. However, the successful resurrection of algae after 7,000 years is unprecedented and highlights organisms' potential to recolonize habitats when conditions improve. Resurrection ecology, a growing research area, offers scientists a unique tool to study the past and understand organism adaptation to environmental shifts. By reviving dormant organisms, researchers can conduct 'time-jump experiments', simulating different historical ecological conditions. This approach revolutionizes our understanding of ecosystems, biodiversity, and climate change's long-term effects. The Future of Resurrection Ecology This study's promising results are just the beginning. Revived strains of S. marinoi will undergo further testing under varying conditions to understand their responses to temperature, salinity, and oxygen levels. Coupled with genetic analyses, researchers aim to trace intricate genetic changes over thousands of years. This research could help predict marine ecosystems' responses to future climate changes, offering insights into biodiversity evolution under shifting environmental factors. Resurrection ecology may also reveal the resilience of marine species and ecosystems' recovery potential from human disturbances or environmental changes. As we delve deeper into resurrection ecology, what other secrets from the past might we uncover to help us navigate the challenges of the future? 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