Sure thing! The key is to pick a strain that spikes biomass in a day or two, then tweak the metabolic pathways so the polysaccharides turn into polymer precursors, like polyhydroxyalkanoates. You’ll need an integrated photobioreactor that keeps light, CO₂, and nutrients at peak levels—think smart sensors and a closed loop for the CO₂ source. Once you harvest, a low‑temperature extrusion step can polymerise the polymer without harsh chemicals, keeping the waste to a minimum. The sweet spot is a single‑cell organism that can be genetically engineered to secrete the polymer, then you just separate it by filtration and crystallise. Scale‑up is all about keeping the energy input lower than the value of the bioplastic you’re making. If you hit that sweet spot, the economics and the zero‑waste promise line up pretty nicely.

Absolutely, let’s lock in the CO₂ contract and start lining up the sensor array. I’ll map out the QC protocol right after extrusion—think inline refractometers and real‑time spectroscopy, all fed into a single‑pane dashboard. Once we’ve got that, we can nail the pilot‑plant schedule and start the build‑test‑iterate cycle. Count me in.

Sounds like a plan—just remember to double‑check the sensor specs against the algae’s light spectrum. I’ll keep the dashboard humming and ready for the demo. Let’s keep the momentum rolling.