Core Insights - ACTEGA has partnered with Living Ink Technologies to launch ACTExact UV Black Algae Ink, the first commercially available UV flexographic ink using carbon-negative Algae Black pigment [1][2] - The collaboration aims to replace traditional petroleum-derived carbon black ink with an algae-based alternative, marking a significant step towards sustainability in the printing industry [2][3] Group 1: Product Development - The partnership began five years ago, with Waiakea and Living Ink Technologies working on the algae ink project before ACTEGA joined in 2024 to scale the innovation [2] - The new ink is part of ACTEGA's ACTExact range and utilizes Living Ink's Algae Black pigment, produced from waste algae biomass [2][3] Group 2: Environmental Impact - The Algae Black pigment has a carbon-negative footprint of -4.16 kg CO₂-equivalent per kilogram, highlighting its environmental benefits [3] - The introduction of this ink allows companies like Waiakea to replace traditional black ink in their labels, contributing to reduced environmental impact [4] Group 3: Market Availability - Initial distribution of the new ink covers North America and the European Union, with plans for expansion into other regions [5] - The ink is compatible with standard UV flexographic printing equipment and is available for trial runs and bulk orders through ACTEGA [4][5]

Core Insights - Microsoft is purchasing 3.7 million metric tons of carbon removal credits from CO280 to help achieve its goal of becoming carbon-negative by 2030 [1][2] - The carbon capture project is expected to start in 2028 and will capture approximately 40% of the biogenic carbon dioxide released by the mill [1][7] - CO280 is collaborating with SLB Capturi to build the carbon capture facility, utilizing amine process technology [5] Microsoft’s Carbon Goals - The purchase of carbon credits is part of Microsoft's strategy to offset its greenhouse gas emissions, which totaled 17.1 million metric tons in 2023 [2][3] - Microsoft has been investing in renewable energy and carbon removal initiatives to meet its sustainability targets [3] CO280’s Project Details - CO280's first carbon capture project is located at a paper mill on the Gulf Coast, with plans for additional projects in the future [1][4] - The facility will capture carbon dioxide that would typically be released during the paper production process, effectively removing carbon from the atmosphere [6] - CO280 aims to double the carbon capture capacity in a second phase of the project [7] Financial Aspects - CO280 sells its carbon credits at approximately $200 per metric ton, allowing buyers to benefit from tax credits under the Inflation Reduction Act [8] - The collaboration with paper mills will provide them with a share of the carbon credit proceeds, enhancing their financial performance [8]