Larvaelution

About the team

Our name, Larvaelution, is a blend of "larvae" and "revolution" – symbolizing how black soldier fly larvae can spark a transformative change in sustainable technology by researching alternative protein sources using black soldier fly larvae. Our diverse team brings together expertise from business, chemical engineering, food science, and biotechnology, united by a shared vision of developing sustainable protein solutions that can address global nutritional challenges through innovative solutions.

Our vision

At the present moment, as the world increasingly faces the challenges of climate change, resource scarcity, and a growing population, there is an urgent need to rethink the way we produce and consume food. As a result, food security becomes an increasingly contentious topic discussed around the world. Understanding that there is an increasing pressure on traditional protein sources due to food security issues, it becomes important for us to utilise new alternative sources to meet global protein demands. In addition, we also would like to suggest a solution which can also be applied for space exploration, which means that the solution should be closed-looped, on top of being compact and efficient. Therefore, our challenge statement becomes: How can we develop resource-efficient and sustainable alternative proteins inspired by space technology that address global food security challenges while being viable for large-scale implementation on Earth? Our vision? To create a circular economy where organic waste is transformed into sustainable, nutrient-rich protein through innovative BSF larvae cultivation, to address global food security, minimise environmental impact, and foster responsible resource management for future generations.

Our solution

Our solution addresses the growing consumer demand for sustainable, health-conscious protein alternatives by developing insect-based protein from Black Soldier Fly (BSF) larvae. As people become increasingly environmentally aware, our approach offers a compelling alternative to traditional livestock protein sources. Research demonstrates that BSF larvae are nutritionally rich and significantly more sustainable to produce compared to beef or chicken. Recognizing the significant environmental impact of traditional livestock, our research aims to quantify the carbon emissions and energy consumption involved in producing BSF larvae protein compared to conventional protein sources. We are conducting comprehensive research to develop viable protein ingredients that could replace conventional options like whey protein. Our research aims to compare the full life-cycle energy inputs, from cultivation to processing, against established protein production methods. Our goal is to demonstrate how insect-based protein can be a more environmentally friendly alternative that reduces carbon footprint while meeting nutritional needs. By comparing the environmental impact, protein quality, and consumer acceptability of BSF larvae protein, we aim to create a scalable, sustainable protein solution that meets both nutritional needs and environmental responsibilities. Our goal is to transform the perception of insect protein from a niche concept to a mainstream, eco-friendly nutritional alternative.