Wet LAB

We established stable environmental conditions for algae growth and constructed several plasmids to validate target genes and demonstrate our proof of concept. Early results indicate we are on the right track and provide preliminary evidence that the concepts work as intended.

Dry LAB

Our contribution focuses on developing an easy-to-use, intelligent algae cultivation system that bridges hardware control with cloud-based data management. We designed and built an algae tank capable of supporting algae growth under optimized conditions and converting the resulting biomass into usable biodiesel.

The system integrates three core hardware subsystems—audio stimulation, temperature regulation, and power monitoring—connected through a breadboard for modular control. Sensors continuously track light intensity, temperature, and voltage to maintain an ideal, energy-efficient environment. To support carbon neutrality, total power consumption is logged as part of carbon accounting.

On the software side, we programmed the hardware in C (Arduino) and implemented cloud-based, real-time monitoring via IFTTT for remote data access and visualization. This enables users to observe and adjust cultivation conditions anywhere, improving consistency and scalability. Overall, our Dry Lab contribution is a functional, automated, and cloud-connected algae platform that directly supports Wet Lab experiments in growth optimization and the downstream production of biofuel and bioconcrete—forming a foundation for carbon capture and circular bioenergy.

Human Study

Entrepreneurship

We built a business model that demonstrates a pioneering integration of carbon capture technology with economic scalability and sustainable value creation. Our contribution includes a comprehensive carbon recycling framework centered on the Bio-Carbon Harvester, enabling high-emission industries to participate in decarbonization through equipment acquisition and service-based maintenance.

Captured biomass is transformed into two market-ready by-products: bioconcrete, which stores carbon in durable construction materials, and biodiesel, which supports the Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) sector. We also systematized captured-carbon data into a Carbon Right Investment mechanism, allowing verified reductions to be traded and reflected in ESG evaluations—bridging technology, industry, and policy to create a self-sustaining ecosystem for a carbon-neutral economy.

Human Practices

We reviewed the historical context of climate change and studied international GHG standards—ISO 14064-1, ISO 14064-2, and ISO 14067—through multi-stakeholder case studies (e.g., factories, fuel producers, oil companies). We explored how emission reductions can be verified and converted into carbon credit assets, helping enterprises mitigate CBAM risks while quantifiably reducing product footprints for brands and consumers, thereby enhancing ESG performance and climate leadership.

We further examined SAF standards under the CORSIA framework, aiming to integrate algae-derived bio-oil into certified pathways and establish clear R&D and verification routes. In sum, we integrate humanistic reflection, international standards, and technological implementation to build a traceable, standardized, and investment-worthy algae-based carbon capture ecosystem.

Education

Our board game, Dancing JJ: Carbon Emission Industry, teaches carbon rights and sustainability through strategic play. Each player represents an industry and must balance finances with emission reductions to achieve net-zero by 2050. Event cards simulate real-world decisions—investing in green programs, workforce training, or responding to disruptions like market downturns or equipment failures—highlighting how choices affect both profitability and the environment.

By managing risks, resources, and emission goals, players learn carbon responsibility and how industries can work toward a sustainable future.