Protein Port Network

Name: Protein Port
Address: nl

Step into Protein Port, the innovation ecosystem of alternative proteins! With the world's population steadily increasing, the demand for protein that is both sufficient and environmentally friendly is now a top priority. We teaming up with protein players to accelerate the protein transition by championing sustainable alternatives.

Protein Port is on a mission to foster collaboration among corporations, research institutions, and policymakers, with the ambition of propelling the protein transition in South Holland and beyond.

Our collaborative efforts, driven by the urgency outlined by global strategies and investments, aim to revolutionize protein sourcing. Protein Port is dedicated to propelling this vital change, fostering innovation, and forging a sustainable path for the future of protein production, locally and globally.

Join us in paving the way to a greener, tastier and more sustainable future.

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4 types of protein sources

At the forefront of a sustainable food future, we drive the transition to alternative proteins. Beyond technical innovation, our mission prioritizes societal impact. Supporting South Holland’s protein ecosystem spans research, development, and commercialization. Our focus encompasses plant-based proteins, precision fermentation, cultured meat and fish, as well as emerging sources like aquatic proteins and insects.

AdobeStock 632279077 — Plant-based and aquatic proteins

Offer familiar tastes without environmental strain.
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fermentatie klein — Precision fermentation

Yields bioengineered marvels with pinpoint accuracy.
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AdobeStock 355016812 — Cultured meat and fish

Redefine animal products, ethically grown in labs.
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AdobeStock 623242134 — Insect proteins

Emerge as novel, eco-friendly sources, revolutionizing our approach to sustainable nutrition.
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Chances and urgency

Netherlands is one of the leading countries in the development and consumption of alternative proteins, due to its long-standing agricultural, food and biotechnological tradition, a robust agri-food industry and world-leading research and innovation. For instance, the world's first lab-grown meat hamburger is a Dutch product.
The global population is projected to reach 10 billion people by 2050, and with the rise in average worldwide income, protein consumption is also increasing.
Available agricultural land is decreasing as many forests are being cleared to produce protein for livestock.
Livestock farming is not a sustainable way to produce protein and is a major contributor to global greenhouse gas emissions (18%), methane emissions (40%), ammonia emissions (65%), and significant water and land use.
Animals consume (eat) on average six times more protein than they produce.
The global protein market (meat and dairy) is valued at $55 billion. Alternative proteins, which are more sustainable than traditional (animal-based) proteins, have the potential to capture a significant portion of this market, which would have a positive impact on the environment, health, and animal welfare.
Annual investments in alternative proteins have grown from $50 million in 2010 to $3.6 billion in 2020. Despite significant investments in various forms of alternative proteins, they currently only represent 1-2% of the total global protein market.
Expectations regarding the market size of alternative proteins in the coming years vary among different studies. However, a common thread in all these sources is the expectation that the alternative protein market will experience substantial growth in the next 10-20 years (see the next slide for more details).
Residual streams in South Holland can serve as input for alternative proteins.

Innovation and growth

The global protein market (meat and dairy) is valued at $55 billion. Alternative proteins, which are more sustainable than traditional (animal-based) proteins, have the potential to capture a significant portion of this market, which would have a positive impact on the environment, health, and animal welfare.

Annual investments in alternative proteins have grown from $50 million in 2010 to $3.6 billion in 2020. Despite significant investments in various forms of alternative proteins, they currently only represent 1-2% of the total global protein market.