The world's first algae fuel-powered vehicle, The Algaeus, is leading a caravan of high-technology "green" vehicles on a cross-country tour. Some of the cities include San Francisco, Sacramento, San Diego, Chicago, New York, and many other major cities. Endorsed by the US Department of Energy as a critical component of the road to American Energy Independance, this exciting new technology has shown its presence across the U.S.

Sapphire Energy is pioneering an entirely new industry - Green Crude Production. Made from photosynthetic microorganisms (algae), CO2, and sunlight, Sapphire's Green Crude products and processes differ significantly from other forms of biofuels to conventional fuels and completely compatible with today's vehicles and infrastructure. They are very low carbon, renewable, and scalable.

The Algaeus also has something that's missing in a standard Prius - a plug and an extended battery pack. The plug and batteries on the Algaeus allows it to run in electric-only mode, essentially being an electric vehicle in the city and a "hybrid" on the highway. For most people, who drive less than 25 miles a day, the Algaeus would allow a drive range of 150 miles per gallon - on algae fuel!