The oil and gas industry in Brazil focuses heavily on offshore operations, where approximately 25% of reserves are found. The high amount of CO2 associated with gas produced in Pre-salt fields, along with the inevitable emissions from industrial operations, poses a significant challenge for companies exploring these regions. Microalgae emerge as highly promising organisms in the quest for solutions to reduce these emissions, due to their remarkable ability to capture CO2 and generate biomass, as well as biotechnological metabolites that can be converted into products of considerable added value.
In this context, the project aims to investigate the potential of marine microalgae for CO2 capture and their biotechnological applications on a laboratory scale. Additionally, environmental performance analyses will be conducted to assess the feasibility of using these microalgae in offshore environments. By combining biotechnological innovation with sustainable practices, we aim to contribute to overcoming the environmental challenges associated with offshore energy production, while simultaneously promoting the creation of high-value products from these natural resources.
