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The impact and outcomes<\/h2>\n

Black soldier fly larvae (BSFL) farming reduces environmental impact and enables sustainability.<\/p>\n

According to research at Wageningen University, insect farms show reductions in land use, greenhouse gas emissions, water and non-renewable energy use by between 40 to 97%<\/strong><\/p>\n <\/div>\n \n <\/div> \n <\/div>\n\n

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potential reduction in CO\u2082 emissions<\/div>\n \n

In comparison to soy protein concentrate it can lower CO\u2082 emissions by 89%.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n \n <\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n\n \n

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Insect frass, which is used in fertilizer, can have CO\u2082 footprint of 0.01 kgs per kg of product. This is significantly lower than alternatives.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n \n <\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n\n \n

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Insect oil product significantly reduces land usage, using up to 99% less land compared to coconut oil.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n \n <\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n\n \n

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Insect meat uses 99.8% less water compared to poultry meat, which is most often used in pet food as a high protein source.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n \n <\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n\n \n \n <\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n \n<\/section>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n

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\n Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Emissions Reduction <\/h2>\n \n

BSFL farms reduce methane emissions by promoting aerobic decomposition of organic waste instead of anaerobic decomposition in landfills or other uses. They emit lower levels of nitrous oxide compared to traditional composting methods due to efficient nitrogen conversion by the larvae. BSFL convert carbon and nitrogen from waste into their biomass, sequestering carbon and reducing emissions of CO2, ammonia, and nitrous oxide. Our farms also offer significant methane reductions by converting waste from olive oil mill pomace ponds into our products.<\/p>\n \n <\/div>\n\n

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\n Resource efficiency and circular economy <\/h2>\n \n

BSFL farms promote a circular economy by recycling nutrients from organic waste back into the food production system, reducing the need for synthetic fertilizers. The frass (insect manure) produced by BSFL is a potent organic fertilizer that can replace synthetic fertilizers. BSFL provide a sustainable alternative protein source for animal feed and potentially human nutrition, reducing pressure on land and water resources.<\/p>\n \n <\/div>\n\n

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\n Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) Findings <\/h2>\n \n

LCA studies show that BSFL bioconversion processes have a lower global warming potential compared to other waste management methods. Insect meal can reduce CO2 emissions by 78% compared to poultry meal and 89% compared to soy protein concentrate. Insect fat uses 99% less land compared to coconut oil, and insect meat uses 99.8% less water compared to poultry meat.<\/p>\n \n <\/div>\n\n

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\n Soil health and economic benefits <\/h2>\n \n

BSFL frass improves soil health and structure, promoting better plant growth and resilience. BSFL technology offers a cost-effective and scalable solution for managing organic waste, particularly beneficial for developing countries. Alongside our Spain operations we are building partnerships now, to enable us to operate sustainable and profitable farms in India, Africa and Indonesia. Our BSFL farms offer huge greenhouse gas emissions reduction, promote nutrient recycling and provide sustainable protein sources.<\/p>\n \n <\/div>\n\n

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