MýSköpun - Reykjavík, Iceland

Mýsköpun is an Icelandic company situated in the north-eastern region of the country, which was established to foster economic activity and take advantage of the region's resources in an environmentally-friendly manner. Its main stakeholders are the Skutustadahreppur Municipality, the Innovation Center of Iceland, and the Atvinnuþróunarfélag Þingeyinga (Thyngeyjarsysla Development Agency), as well as several individuals, public and private entities, and limited companies. The goal of Mýsköpun is to promote innovation and economic growth, particularly in the field of biotechnology, which includes breeding and research on algae, bacteria, and other microorganisms as potential sources of valuable products that can be used in the production of consumer goods in the region.