Microalgae, presents a highly promising biological process for carbon fixation, contributing significantly to mitigating greenhouse gases (GHGs) such as carbon dioxide (CO₂) and producing valuable bioactive compounds. Studies have shown that microalgae culture can generate up to 2.8 kg of biomass per cubic meter (m³) of cultivation medium, while absorbing approximately 45.32 kg of CO₂ per m³ per day and releasing 33.98 kg of O₂ per m³ per day. These figures underscore its dual role in reducing atmospheric CO₂ and enhancing oxygen levels, conversion into high-value products like feeds, essential vitamins, and a unique trait unmatched by other carbon capture technologies.
- Capture and fix atmospheric and industrial CO₂ 45.32 kg of CO₂ = 24,600 liters of CO₂ gas (at 25°C and 1 atm).
- Generate oxygen 33.98 kg of O₂ = 25,960 liters of O₂ gas (at 25°C and 1 atm) and mitigate greenhouse gas emissions.
- Produce protein-rich biomass (2.8 kg), Protein- 40–60%; Carbohydrates-10–25%; Lipids (Fat)- 10–20%; Ash (minerals) -5–8%; Fiber-5–10%; Moisture- <7% (in dry form), for cattle feed and aquaculture.
- Extract valuable bioactives like vitamins (A, B-complex, E), Beta-carotene (Provitamin A), Lutein & Zeaxanthin, Astaxanthin, lutein, and antioxidants, Minerals & Trace Elements- • Iron, Calcium, Magnesium, Zinc, Selenium, Pigments & Bioactive Compounds- Chlorophyll-a/b, Carotenoids (β-carotene, lutein), Phycocyanin, Fatty Acid Profile- Palmitic acid (C16:0), Oleic acid (C18:1), Linoleic acid (Omega-6, C18:2), α-Linolenic acid (Omega-3, C18:3), Stearidonic acid (SDA, Omega-3).
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