Creating a New Age of Microalgae

1. The Dawn of a New Era

On a planet shaped by billions of years of evolution, some of the most powerful organisms remain invisible to the naked eye. Microalgae — microscopic yet extraordinary — are among the earliest forms of life on Earth. They have played a fundamental role in shaping our environment, producing a significant share of the oxygen we breathe while capturing vast amounts of carbon dioxide.

Today, their potential is being revealed.

At Microphyt, we see microalgae not only as a biological curiosity, but as a cornerstone of the future. We are microalgae farmers, cultivating nature’s most efficient organisms to create functional ingredients that support human health while preserving natural resources and reducing environmental impact. In a world facing increasing environmental and health challenges, microalgae offer a unique answer — one that is sustainable, renewable, and inherently scalable.

This is more than an opportunity. It is the beginning of a new age of microalgae.

2. Microalgae: Nature’s Sustainable Solution

What makes microalgae so remarkable is their simplicity. Like plants, they grow through photosynthesis, using only light, water, and essential nutrients. But unlike traditional crops, they do not require arable land, nor do they compete with food agriculture.

Their environmental footprint is naturally low. Microalgae capture carbon dioxide and release oxygen, contributing to the balance of our ecosystems. They can grow in controlled environments, independent of climate constraints, offering a reliable and efficient source of biomass.

Beyond sustainability, microalgae are also a powerhouse of functionality. Their incredible diversity translates into a wide range of bioactive compounds — peptides, carotenoids, vitamins, polyunsaturated fatty acids, and more — with applications in nutrition, health, and beauty.

At Microphyt, we harness this natural richness with a clear responsibility: to unlock the full potential of microalgae while preserving the ecosystems they originate from.

3. Our Exclusive Technology: Cultivating the Future

For decades, the promise of microalgae remained limited by one major challenge: scaling production without compromising quality or sustainability. At Microphyt, we have overcome this barrier through a proprietary technological platform designed to bring microalgae from the laboratory to industrial reality.

Our process begins with carefully selected strains, cultivated under controlled conditions and progressively scaled up. At the core of our production are advanced tubular and horizontal photobioreactors, operating with a patented two-phase flow system. This unique approach recreates hydrobiomimetic conditions, allowing microalgae to grow in an environment that closely mimics their natural habitat.

By optimizing light exposure, nutrient availability, and gas exchange, we enhance photosynthesis while protecting even the most fragile strains — making it possible to produce at scale species that were previously impossible to cultivate.

The result is a production system that delivers consistent, high-quality biomass, free from GMOs and protected from external contaminants such as pesticides or heavy metals. It is highly productive, requires no agricultural land, and minimizes environmental impact.

Most importantly, this is not a vision for the future — it is already a reality. Our technology enables the industrial production of high-performance ingredients for the nutraceutical and cosmetic markets, combining scientific rigor, scalability, and sustainability in a single platform. From strain selection to the final ingredient ready for customer applications, our entire process is carried out on a single site, ensuring full traceability, operational efficiency, and consistent quality throughout the value chain.

4. Microphyt’s Commitment to Sustainability

Sustainability at Microphyt is not a standalone initiative — it is embedded in every stage of our process.

Our production model is built on a closed-loop approach, allowing us to carefully manage resources and reduce our environmental footprint. Water and culture media are partially recycled, while energy consumption is optimized, notably through the integration of on-site photovoltaic panels that help power our production facility. In addition to the electricity generated by our solar installation, we also rely on guaranteed locally sourced renewable electricity. Systems are designed to prevent any form of external contamination, ensuring both product integrity and environmental safety. This controlled environment ensures both product quality and ecological responsibility.

We also operate within a strong ethical and regulatory framework. Our strain sourcing respects biodiversity and complies with international standards, including the Nagoya Protocol. By working with curated strain libraries, we ensure full traceability and responsible use of natural resources.

Our commitments are reflected in recognized certifications, including Non-GMO Project verification, Ecovadis Silver, COSMOS/EcoCert approval, and FSSC22000. These distinctions validate both the quality of our ingredients and the robustness of our sustainability practices.

At every level, we strive for transparency, continuous improvement, and measurable impact — because building the future requires accountability as much as innovation. This commitment also means continuously evaluating and refining our own practices. Following the launch of our new industrial production site, Microphyt conducted a carbon assessment in 2025 to evaluate emissions related to our 2024 operations. The insights gained are now helping guide further actions to optimize energy consumption, purchasing practices, and business travel, reinforcing our long-term commitment to responsible growth.

5. Microalgae for Health, Beauty, and Circular Innovation

Today, Microphyt brings to market a range of microalgae-based ingredients designed for nutraceutical and cosmetic applications. Each of these ingredients is the result of advanced research, targeting specific health and wellness needs through scientifically validated bioactives.

But beyond performance, our approach to innovation is also deeply rooted in circularity.

PhycoSi™ is a powerful illustration of this philosophy. Unlike traditional ingredients, it is not cultivated independently. It is a co-product generated during the production of our other microalgae ingredients — a direct result of our commitment to valorizing the entire biomass.

Beyond its circular origin, PhycoSi™ delivers targeted benefits for skin health, contributing to skin barrier function, hydration, and overall skin quality.

Rather than isolating a single compound and discarding the rest, we design our processes to make use of every valuable fraction. This approach reduces waste, optimizes resource efficiency, and maximizes the potential of each microalgae strain.

PhycoSi™ embodies a simple yet transformative idea: sustainability is not an afterthought — it is built into the design of our production model.

Through our R&D platform, we are able to extract the full value of microalgae while ensuring safety, traceability, and consistent quality. In doing so, Microphyt goes beyond ingredient development to embrace a broader vision — one of circular bio-innovation, where performance and environmental responsibility go hand in hand.

6. A Promise for the Future

At Microphyt, we believe that the smallest organisms can drive the biggest transformations.

By unlocking the potential of microalgae, we are turning a single cell into a powerful engine for health, sustainability, and innovation. As industries evolve and expectations shift, microalgae offer a new foundation — one that is both scientifically advanced and environmentally aligned.

From nutrition to cosmetics and beyond, they hold the key to a more sustainable way of producing, consuming, and living.

By cultivating nature’s most efficient organisms, we are creating a new age of microalgae — for people, for the planet, for the future.