Mera offers a wide range of products and services starting with basic research through production to finished goods. Mera’s patented technology, experienced team and location are all assets in developing and producing the highest quality products.
Mera has been established in Kona for over 10 years and has experience with over 40 microalgal species at small and large scale as well as a few seaweed species. Mera’s team has over 25 years combined experienced working with alga.
The Kona Research, Development and Production Facility is located at the Natural Energy Laboratory of Hawaii Authority (NELHA) which provides unique resources for the cultivation of microalgae and seaweeds. First of all, the ideal climate with plentiful sunshine (highest of any location in the coastal United States) and low rainfall (less than 15 inches per year) allows year round cultivation in optimal conditions. Pure deep sea water at 6 degrees Celsius is available for cost effective cooling purposes as well as for growing salt water plant species. The facility is in close proximity to the Kona International Airport allowing ready access to both the mainland and Asia, two areas of the world that have both large markets and where “made in Hawaii” has particular market appeal.