Summary
The European Parliament calls for a strong and sustainable EU algae sector to boost the blue economy, create jobs, and support climate goals through diverse applications like food and biofuels. 9 11.05.2023
Other
economy
environment
agri-foodstuffs
public administration
research and intellectual property
agriculture, forestry and fisheries
Key points
- The development of the algae sector could create up to 85,000 new jobs within the European Union.
- Algae can be used for a wide range of applications including food, animal feed, pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, and biofuels.
- Algae cultivation should be integrated into national and regional maritime spatial planning.
- The sector can contribute to environmental health through carbon sequestration and nutrient absorption in coastal ecosystems.
Speeches
1 Speech in total
Pro
Contra
Roberta METSOLA
PPE
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