Euglena Co., Ltd.

Founded by three people, Mitsuru Izumo, Suzuki, and Fukumoto, under the management philosophy of 'Making people and the earth healthy.'

Successfully achieved the world's first outdoor large-scale cultivation of edible microalgae Euglena

Euglena Inc. was established with the management philosophy of "Making People and the Earth Healthy" by the three founders Izumo, Suzuki, and Fukumoto

Established: August 9, 2005

Conducted demonstration experiments on CO2 fixation in flue gases using Euglena at a coal-fired power plant in Okinawa Prefecture

Started joint development with other companies for bio-jet fuel production from Euglena

Demonstration experiment and joint research on Euglena cultivation using exhaust gases from thermal power plants have begun

Launched the new business 'Euglena Farm.' Also, operated a mobile sales vehicle 'Euglena Farm-go' running on bio-oil fuel made from microalgae Euglena, starting sales in Jiyugaoka. The new business brand 'Euglena Farm' focusing on food was developed, and health foods using microalgae Euglena such as 'Euglena Green Juice,' 'Ishigaki Midori Rice,' 'Eight-grain Midori Rice,' 'Ishigaki Midori Salt,' 'Ishigaki Umami Salt,' 'Euglena Basil Paste,' and 'Euglena Bar' are now sold on the company's EC site.

Launched the new business "Euglena Farm". Also, operated a mobile sales vehicle "Euglena Farm Car" running on bio-oil made from microalgae Euglena, selling health foods such as "Euglena Green Juice," "Ishigaki Midori Rice," "Eight Grain Midori Rice," "Ishigaki Midori Salt," "Ishigaki Umami Salt," "Euglena Basil Paste," and "Euglena Bar" on the company's EC site. Started sales of drinks using Euglena at the vicinity of Jiyugaoka Station with the mobile sales vehicle "Euglena Farm Car" (both have now ended).

Launched the 'Mi-Fa-Yu (Thank You) Project' aimed at regional contribution to Ishigaki Island. Supports the production of Ishigaki-produced Euglena and continues to engage in regional revitalization activities such as supporting sports and education for children and students, and environmental activities.

Launched the "Mi-Fa-Yu (Thank You) Project" to contribute to Ishigaki Island. For Euglena Inc., which has a production base on Ishigaki Island, the Yaeyama region is an irreplaceable hometown. As part of regional promotion activities, the "Mi-Fa-Yu Project" was launched. The project name "Mi-Fa-Yu" (meaning "Thank You") was chosen to express gratitude to the residents of Ishigaki Island who support the daily production of Ishigaki-grown Euglena and to promote various activities such as sports, education, and environmental initiatives mainly for children and students in Ishigaki Island.

Opened the first overseas office in the Republic of Bangladesh. Established a base in Dhaka, the capital of Bangladesh, where the company was founded, and is working with local companies and NGOs to address nutritional issues.

Established Bangladesh's first overseas office in Dhaka, the capital of Bangladesh, as Euglena Inc.'s first overseas base. This move aims to address nutritional issues in Bangladesh by collaborating with local companies and NGOs.

Listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange Mothers Market (Securities code: 2931)

Fully acquired Yaeyama Shokusan Co., Ltd.

Opened an office in Bangladesh, the company's first overseas base

Joined the Japan Business Federation (Keidanren)

Registered Euglena as a "new food raw material" with the Chinese Ministry of Health

Concluded a cooperation agreement with RIKEN and Euglena Co., Ltd. to promote research

Obtained halal certification for microalgae Euglena and Chlorella from Japan's halal certification body (Japan Muslim Association), approved by the Malaysian Halal Certification Authority (JAKIM)

The "Euglena GENKI Program" was launched to distribute cookies containing nutrient-rich microalgae Euglena, aiming to solve nutritional problems in Bangladesh. The company continues to collaborate with local NGOs, distributing Euglena cookies and conducting regular health checkups to improve the nutrition of children in Bangladesh.

Relocated headquarters to Iidabashi First Tower and moved the Central Research Institute to Leading Venture Plaza No. 1

Started the Euglena GENKI Program. Driven by a strong desire to solve nutritional problems in Bangladesh, the program distributes nutrient-rich microalgae Euglena cookies worldwide. Currently, Euglena cookies are distributed in collaboration with local NGOs, along with regular health checkups, aiming to improve nutrition for children in Bangladesh.

10th anniversary of the social business "Euglena GENKI Program" in Bangladesh.

Started mung bean business in Bangladesh. The project aims to improve mung bean productivity, sell locally and supply to Japan, and create employment opportunities for farmers.

Started mung bean project in Bangladesh to alleviate rural poverty and stabilize food supply. This project involves local farmers growing mung beans for sprout production, improving productivity with Japanese technology, and selling domestically and in Japan. It aims to create employment opportunities for Bangladeshi farmers and is ongoing.

Changed market to the First Section of the Tokyo Stock Exchange (Securities code: 2931)

Received the Prime Minister's Award at the 1st Japan Venture Awards by the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry.

Received the Prime Minister's Award (Japan Venture Award) at the 1st Japan Venture Grand Prix by the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry

Received the Prime Minister's Award at the 1st Japan Venture Awards by the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry. The award recognizes innovative ventures that serve as role models for youth, promoting the importance of challenge and enhancing societal recognition of entrepreneurs.

Relocated headquarters to Tamachi, Minato Ward

Signed a contract with another company for biofuel manufacturing equipment

Announced plans for the construction of equipment

Developed a breeding method to select Euglena mutants that produce more oil

Announced the construction of Japan's largest cultivation pool for fuel at Taki Town, Mie Prefecture

Doubled Euglena production capacity to 160 tons per year

Announced the signing of a contract for the construction of biofuel manufacturing equipment

Euglena delivered 200,000 special Euglena cookies to Rohingya refugees fleeing from Myanmar.

Formed a capital and business alliance with Oriental Air Bridge Co., Ltd.

Distributed 250,000 special Euglena cookies to Rohingya refugees in Myanmar, based on voluntary efforts of colleagues.

Operated an in-company nursery school "Yugurin Nursery School" which closed in December 2022.

Established an in-house daycare center, 'Yugurin Nursery,' to support employees' changing life stages and broaden future work options. (Closed in December 2022)

Completed the biofuel manufacturing demonstration plant and declared "GREEN OIL JAPAN" to make Japan a leading country in biofuels

Achieved the world's first ASC-MSC certification for seaweed (algae).

World's first ASC-MSC seaweed (algae) certification obtained by Euglena and Chlorella

Achieved the world's first ASC-MSC certification for seaweed (algae) produced in Ishigaki Island, Okinawa, by Euglena and Yaeyama Kuroshio. This certification indicates sustainable sourcing.

In 2019, established a position of CFO (Chief Future Officer) limited to under 18s, and since then, three CFOs have been appointed, leading the company's sustainability efforts with proposals focused on climate change, well-being, and post-SDGs. This initiative has been updated with the establishment of the "Future Generation Advisory Board."

First Japanese company to sign a memorandum of understanding with the United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) to promote green bean cultivation in Bangladesh and food aid for Rohingya refugees.

Euglena Co., Ltd. and Denso Corporation have reached a basic agreement on comprehensive partnership for business development utilizing microalgae, the first Japanese company to do so, and signed a memorandum of understanding regarding collaboration with the United Nations World Food Programme (WFP)

First Japanese company to sign a memorandum of understanding with the UN World Food Programme (WFP). This partnership supports Bangladesh small farmers' livelihoods and food aid for Rohingya refugees through the Green Bean Project.

Expanded the target products of the "Euglena GENKI Program" to all group products.

Expanded the target products of the 'Euglena GENKI Program,' which distributes Euglena cookies to children in Bangladesh to address nutritional issues, to all group products on the program's 5th anniversary.

Memorandum of understanding signed with Itochu Corporation to start overseas cultivation demonstration project of Midori Mushi

Published a video on YouTube interviewing future adults about environmental issues.

Yokohama City and Euglena Co., Ltd. signed an agreement on the "Biofuel Local Production for Local Consumption Project"

Published a web video titled 'Ask the Future Adults' on YouTube, featuring interviews with children about their thoughts on climate change and environmental issues, as part of efforts to prevent global warming.

Started recruiting Chief Future Officers (CFOs) under 18.

Started recruiting 18-year-old or younger Chief Future Officers (CFOs) to involve young people in corporate decision-making for sustainable future development.

Joint project with Ginza Kyubey to raise awareness about the potential disappearance of sushi ingredients due to global warming.

Collaborated with Ginza Kyubey on the 'Day Sushi Disappears' project during SDGs Week 2019, raising awareness about the impact of climate change on fish populations and sushi ingredients.

First listed company on the Tokyo Stock Exchange First Section, with 17-year-old Azusa Ozawa appointed as the first CFO.

First among companies listed on the First Section of the Tokyo Stock Exchange, appointing a teenage CFO (Chief Future Officer)

First listed company on the Tokyo Stock Exchange First Section to appoint a teenage CFO, 17-year-old high school student Azuki Ozawa, to lead initiatives shaping the future of society and business.

Obtained a new standard for ASTM D7566, an international standard for bio-jet fuel manufacturing technology

Euglena biodiesel fuel completed and introduced in buses at initial shipment

Rebranding of food and supplements, launching the "Karada ni Euglena" brand

Bangladesh mung bean project adopted by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) "Business Action Request" and expanded.

The "Green Bean Project" in Bangladesh was adopted by the UNDP-led "Business Call to Action (BCtA)"

Challenged to eliminate PET bottle products and reduce petroleum-based plastics used in products by 50%.

Challenged to eliminate PET bottle products with CFO and reduce petroleum-based plastics by 50% in 2021.

Developed biomass plastic containing 50% residue extracted from lipids of microalgae Euglena.

Succeeded in developing biomass plastic from Euglena biofuel residue

Succeeded in developing biomass plastic from residues of biofuel production.

Renewed management philosophy to "Sustainability First" and changed the corporate logo to katakana notation.

World's first use of Euglena biodiesel fuel in ships

Distribution of Euglena cookies in the "Euglena GENKI Program" exceeded 10 million servings cumulatively

Distribution of Euglena Cookies in the "Euglena GENKI Program" has exceeded 10 million servings in total.

15-year-old Rena Kawasaki appointed as the second CFO.

Appointed the 2nd CFO (Chief Future Officer). Further broke the record as the youngest CFO of a listed company on the Tokyo Stock Exchange First Section!

Started using 100% renewable energy at the Algae Energy Research Institute.

Started using 100% renewable energy in a demonstration research facility for algae production for biofuels.

Obtained GRAS certification for food safety in the United States, enabling food sales in the U.S.

Euglena bio-jet fuel completed

Successful demonstration of logistics using drones powered by Euglena biofuel

Opened "Sustainable Station by Euglena" for three days and sold next-generation biodiesel fuel to the public.

Established a research farmland "Sustainable Tech Farm" in Saga City.

Established a research farmland "Sustainable Tech Farm" in Saga City.

Opened "Sustainable Station by Euglena" for a limited three days.

Conducted a flight using Euglena-based bio-jet fuel for the first time in the world with a flight inspection aircraft of the Civil Aviation Bureau of the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism.

Euglena's biofuel named "Susteo"

Successful flight of aircraft using biofuel "Susteo"

Achieved the first flight using Euglena's biofuel.

Updated the articles of incorporation to include "aiming for a sustainable society" and reflected SDGs.

Held Japan's first virtual-only general meeting of shareholders, changing the purpose of business in the articles of incorporation to reflect SDGs

Changed the purpose of business in the articles of incorporation to reflect SDGs.

A vehicle using 100% "Susteo" completed a 3-hour race at Okayama International Circuit.

Mazda racing vehicle fueled with 100% Susteo completed a 3-hour race in the Super Taikyu Series

Received the "SDGs Promotion Headquarters (Prime Minister) Award" at the 5th Japan SDGs Award.

Received the "SDGs Promotion Headquarters (Prime Minister's Award)" at the 5th Japan SDGs Awards

Announcement of Sustainability Fiction.

Cui Watanabe, 15 years old, appointed as the third CFO.

Appointed the 3rd CFO (Chief Future Officer).

The number of cookies distributed in the "Euglena GENKI Program" has exceeded 15 million in total.

Published a science fiction novel "Sustainability Fiction" depicting society and companies 100 years from now.

Distribution of Euglena Cookies in the "Euglena GENKI Program" has exceeded 15 million servings in total

Distribution of Euglena Cookies in the "Euglena GENKI Program" has exceeded 15 million servings in total.

Entered into a capital and business alliance agreement with Marui Group and Rohto Pharmaceutical

Established the "Sustainability Committee" with Cui Watanabe as chairperson.

Established the "Sustainability Committee"

Established the "Sustainability Committee" chaired by the 3rd CFO.

Developed instant cup noodles designed to grow even in space environments.

Developed "2040 Sustainable Ramen".

A vehicle using "Susteo" completed a 24-hour race at Fuji Speedway.

Opened the "Tropical Biomass Technology Institute" in Malaysia

In the 2023 Super Endurance Series Round 2, 100% "Susteo" fueled vehicles completed 24 hours

First selected as a constituent stock of the ESG investment index "FTSE Blossom Japan Index."},{

Selected as a constituent stock of the global ESG investment index "FTSE Blossom Japan Index" for the first time

Selected as an impact startup in the "J-Startup Impact" program.

Selected for the impact startup development support program "J-Startup Impact"

The total distribution has exceeded 17 million meals.

Distribution of Euglena Cookies in the "Euglena GENKI Program" has exceeded 17 million servings in total

Distribution of Euglena Cookies in the "Euglena GENKI Program" has exceeded 17 million servings in total.

Established an advisory board to co-create with future generations.

Updated the initiatives of the CFO (Chief Future Officer) and established the "Future Generations Advisory Board"

As a new challenge, co-creation with future generations. Established the "Future Generation Advisory Board."

Reduced CO2 emissions equivalent to about 5,500 cedar trees through the "Sustainable Delivery Project."},{

Achieved a reduction of approximately 5,500 cedar trees, equivalent to 4.11 tons of CO2 emissions, through the world's first "Sustainable Delivery Project" in Japan

10th anniversary of the social business "Euglena GENKI Program" in Bangladesh

Signed a basic agreement to supply and sell SAF to airlines at Haneda Airport

The "Sustainable Delivery Project" received a special award at the 25th Logistics Environment Awards

The "Sustainable Delivery Project" received a special award at the 25th Logistics Environment Awards.

Selected for two consecutive years as a constituent stock of the global ESG investment index "FTSE Blossom Japan Index"

Euglena, PETRONAS, and Enilive completed final investment decision for biofuel plant construction and operation project in Malaysia