Algae Biomass Organization
Non-profit OrganizationsIowa, United States11-50 Employees
The Algae Biomass Organization is a nonprofit trade association focused on promoting viable commercial markets for algae-derived renewable and sustainable commodities. Its mission centers on accelerating the use of algae to improve human health and environmental well-being, and its membership comprises individuals, companies and organizations across the algae value chain. The organization is based in Des Moines, Iowa, and operates as a 501(c)(6) nonprofit; in 2023 it relocated its offices to Des Moines from Minnesota. ABO's work focuses on turning algae into viable commercial markets by coordinating leadership and industry initiatives across the pathway from research to commercialization. It engages a broad network of participants throughout the algae value chain, seeking to strengthen market development for algae-derived commodities. Information about ABO's leadership, membership, and activities is available on its website.