The 19th Algae Biomass Summit will take place October 19-21, 2025 at Arizona State University’s Memorial Union in Tempe, Arizona.

The Algae Biomass Summit (ABS) is hosted by the Algae Biomass Organization (ABO), a non-profit trade association and unified voice of the algae industry. ABO is the leading U.S. algae biomass association and has had the longest standing algae-focused conference in the world. Working on behalf of all sectors, the ABO advocates for algae-advancing policy and funding, serves as a hub for innovation and networking, and drives demand for “made with algae” products and services.

For almost 20 years, the ABS has united commercial leaders, entrepreneurs, scientists, policymakers, investors, and young innovators who share the same passion to drive innovation forward and build the algae and seaweed economy.

This premier event unites industry leaders, researchers, policymakers, and innovators to explore breakthroughs in algae and seaweed applications, from sustainable food and feed to carbon capture and regenerative agriculture. With a focus on driving a low-carbon future, the Summit offers unparalleled opportunities for networking, showcasing advancements, and fostering partnerships to propel the algae industry forward.

Keynote speakers, panel discussions, technical talks, poster presentations and networking opportunities offer Summit attendees access to the most current trends and opportunities to make meaningful connections no matter where you are in the world. Hope you will join us in October in Arizona!

The Young Innovators Lounge meet and greet session will be a partially structured networking and Q&A event. Attendees will have the opportunity to ask YIL mentors, or "Algae Sages", questions about general career advice, details about different domains (industry vs. academia vs. national lab vs. government), things they wish they knew when they were just starting out, etc. The discussion will be lightly moderated to keep the conversation moving, but attendees are encouraged to ask questions in an informal conversational environment. This is also an opportunity for YIL mentors to pitch employment opportunities within their network, whether they or someone they know is recruiting bright and inquisitive young algae innovators. Individuals at all stages of their career are welcome to attend the session, whether they are looking to receive advice, share their opinions, or find their next employee or job opportunity.