Building the microalgae-based industry to realize a circular society

Microalgae, Outdoor mass cultivation, Circular Society, Bio-materials

“Our goal is to create alternatives to fossil resources, ensuring that humanity can continue to live in prosperity for the next thousand years.”

Aiming to build new industries free from dependence on fossil resources, we are developing businesses that utilize microalgae, which can be cultivated using only solar energy. In Sarawak, Malaysia, we have launched the world’s largest 5-hectare microalgae cultivation facility, CHITOSE Carbon Capture Central (C4), and became the first in the world to successfully develop 100% bio-PET resin derived from microalgae. We are now advancing plans to expand to a 100-hectare scale, while pursuing commercialization and cost-reduction technologies for a wide range of applications, including fuels, chemicals, cosmetics, food, and feed.

Background issues

Today’s society is built on the mass consumption of fossil resources, not only for energy but also for food, clothing, pharmaceuticals, and more. To realize a truly sustainable future, a transformation toward an industrial structure rooted in photosynthesis is essential.

Our technologies

Breeding technology of microalgae
Outdoor mass cultivation of microalgae
Technology for developing applications utilizing microalgae biomass

Current status

Launched the world’s largest 5-hectare microalgae production facility, CHITOSE Carbon Capture Central (C4), in Sarawak, Malaysia
Achieved the world’s first successful development of 100% bio-PET resin derived from microalgae
Serving as technical advisor and showcasing microalgae-based materials in the Japan Pavilion at Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai
Advancing plans to expand production to a 100-hectare scale
Continuing to pursue large-scale commercialization and further cost-reduction technologies

Locations

Japan, Malaysia