AlgaLock: Environmentally Responsible Algicide Compositions
Stop harmful algae before it spreads.
Tulane innovators have created a breakthrough solution to tackle harmful algal blooms in lakes, rivers, and oceans. Our eco-friendly treatment forms a light film on the water’s surface, trapping algae and gently sinking it out of sight. Once submerged, the algae lose access to sunlight and naturally die off, restoring balance to the environment without harsh chemicals.
The following technologies are offered as a “bundle” or can be pursued individually.
- Mitigating Algal Blooms Through the Integration of Algaecides in Foams
- AlgaLock: Environmentally Responsible Algicide Compositions
The Problem
Harmful algal blooms (HABs) are an escalating environmental and public health issue, affecting lakes, rivers, and oceans worldwide. These blooms deplete oxygen, release toxins, and disrupt aquatic ecosystems, leading to fish kills, contaminated drinking water, and costly economic damage to fisheries and tourism. Traditional control methods, such as chemical algicides or flocculants, often fail in large or salty bodies of water, require massive quantities of material, and risk harmful side effects. As climate change and nutrient pollution intensify, the need for an effective, sustainable solution to manage HABs has never been more urgent.
The Solution
Stop harmful algae before it spreads.
Tulane innovators have created a breakthrough solution to tackle harmful algal blooms in lakes, rivers, and oceans. Our eco-friendly treatment forms a light film on the water’s surface, trapping algae and gently sinking it out of sight. Once submerged, the algae lose access to sunlight and naturally die off, restoring balance to the environment without harsh chemicals.
Why choose this solution?
-Effective in fresh and saltwater
-Targets multiple algae types including cyanobacteria and dinoflagellates
-Works at the surface for maximum impact with minimal material
-Safer and smarter than traditional algicides
Available as a convenient kit or a simple application method, this innovation offers a sustainable way to protect waterways and preserve aquatic life.
The Opportunity
For this algae-control innovation, the ideal target markets include:
1. Municipal Water Authorities: Cities and towns responsible for drinking water reservoirs and recreational lakes need cost-effective, eco-friendly solutions to prevent harmful algal blooms that threaten public health and water quality.
2. Environmental Agencies & NGOs: Organizations focused on ecosystem restoration and waterway protection can use this technology to mitigate algal blooms without introducing harmful chemicals.
3. Aquaculture & Fisheries: Fish farms and commercial fisheries require clean water to maintain healthy stock. This solution helps prevent algae-related oxygen depletion and fish mortality.
4. Tourism & Recreation Industry: Operators of beaches, resorts, and marinas benefit from clear, algae-free waters to maintain visitor satisfaction and avoid closures due to toxic blooms.
5. Industrial & Energy Companies: Power plants and industrial facilities that rely on large cooling ponds or water intake systems need algae control to prevent clogging and operational disruptions.
