MicroBio Engineering, Inc. (MBE) is a microalgae biotechnology company focused on developing near- to mid-term algae-based wastewater treatment, renewable energy and animal feed production systems. Microalgae cultivation in conjunction with the treatment of nutrient-rich waste streams is the most immediately practical and economical technology for biofuel production. Founded as a consulting partnership principals of the firm had started studying the use of microalgae for wastewater treatment, renewable energy and other applications during the 1970s in research at the University of California, Berkeley later working with pilot and full scale algal wastewater treatment including at the cities of Delhi, St. Helena, Hollister, and Hilmar. Since its founding, MBE has supported a wide variety of corporate, government and university clients in understanding the scientific and engineering aspects of algae cultivation. Specialties: Engineering and Consulting, Biotechnology, Algae Oil Production, Algae Growth Optimization, Low Cost Algae Harvesting, Algae Biomass Digestion, Algae for Animal and Aquaculture Feed, Algae Nutraceuticals, and Wastewater Treatment
