While we here at whyalgae.com obviously have algae in our focus, and because much of the work currently being done in the algae products industry is centered on alternative energy sources, we feel as if it is important to remain cognizant of all sustainable energy developments, in an effort to keep an appropriate perspective of the role that algae can play in this regard.  As such, we will strive to provide up-to-date information on the latest developments in solar, geothermal, wind, wave, cellulosic biofuels, nuclear, and other forms of green energy.  We have consciously chosen to take such an

While this site is dedicated to the algae-derived science and technology industries, and because much of this industry is dedicated at characterizing and developing sustainable energy systems, we at whyalgae.com feel that it would be wise to approach since algae is likely to be only part of the ultimate multifaceted solution that our world, with its exploding population and demand for energy, will require.

Sustainable energy includes all forms of energy generation and utilization that can support both the present and future needs of the planet without paying prohibitively high social, fiscal, and environmental costs.  While many challenges face humanity in the twenty-first century, ranging from poverty to terrorism to disease to a shortage of clean water), energy ranks highest on the list in many people’s estimation, because of the fact that abundant and cheap sources of energy can make major inroads into solving most or all of these other challenges.