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Quorum Earth, based in Brooklyn, New York, is a pioneering agricultural technology company. It specializes in the development of innovative, eco-friendly pesticides, harnessing the power of the fungal kingdom to create products that are safe for the planet and effective in controlling pests. Currently, the company operates in stealth mode.

Capra Biosciences is a biotechnology company that develops bioreactor technology to enable efficient, low-carbon production of bio-based chemicals. Its biofilm bioreactor platform reduces downstream processing requirements and costs in bio-manufacturing and supports the production of hydrophobic products, including fuels, retinol, and performance lubricants.

NanoPlume is a biomaterial manufacturer specializing in the large-scale production of innovative, eco-friendly biomaterials, notably Bio-Aerogel. The company focuses on creating advanced insulating biomaterials and aerogels, aiming to enhance energy and space efficiency, as well as promote circularity across various industries. By utilizing organic and recycled feedstocks and green technology, NanoPlume reduces waste and minimizes energy consumption. Its products are designed to insulate cargo boxes in the cold chain healthcare logistics sector, reducing payload and energy consumption, and extending battery range.

Huue is a company specializing in sustainable dyeing solutions for the fashion and textile industries, particularly focusing on the denim supply chain. It employs innovative biotechnology to produce bio-synthesized dyes through a fermentation process involving naturally occurring microorganisms. This method not only eliminates the need for toxic chemicals traditionally used in dye production but also utilizes renewable resources, making it an eco-friendly alternative. By offering greener options for color production, Huue aims to support the industry's transition towards more sustainable practices, ultimately contributing to a more environmentally responsible approach to fashion.

PhytoGenesis is a company that specializes in developing sustainable plant protection products. It focuses on creating safe and non-toxic alternatives to traditional fungicides and pesticides, using plant-based compounds. The company's technology ensures effectiveness across a broad spectrum of crops, including grains, feed, fiber, oil, vegetables, and fruits. PhytoGenesis aims to minimize environmental impact while maintaining crop health and productivity, contributing to global food security.

microTERRA harnesses Lemna, an aquatic plant with water-cleaning capabilities, to produce sustainable functional ingredients for the food industry. Its flagship product, Flora, enhances sweetness perception while reducing sugar and masking unwanted notes from high-intensity sweeteners.

BugBiome is a biotechnology company that develops eco-friendly bio-repellents to create natural pest control products. It focuses on identifying and enhancing beneficial microbes that deter pests organically, providing an alternative to traditional chemical methods. The company aims to minimize environmental impact and promote sustainable pest management practices, potentially benefiting sectors such as agriculture and households.

MycoWorks is a biotechnology company specializing in the production of non-plastic and non-animal materials. Utilizing fungal mycelium, they create energy-efficient and biodegradable alternatives to plastic foams, textiles, woods, and leather for various industries such as aerospace, automotive, apparel, and architecture.

BugBiome is a biotechnology company that develops eco-friendly bio-repellents to create natural pest control products. It focuses on identifying and enhancing beneficial microbes that deter pests organically, providing an alternative to traditional chemical methods. The company aims to minimize environmental impact and promote sustainable pest management practices, potentially benefiting sectors such as agriculture and households.

Avalo is a plant biology company that employs interpretable machine learning, genomic discovery, and evolutionary theory to expedite the development of new crops tailored for future agricultural needs. Utilizing AI-assisted plant breeding methods, Avalo creates non-GMO products that foster natural biodiversity. Its core technology, a discovery engine, can swiftly identify genetic bases of complex traits even in understudied crops, reducing time and cost significantly compared to traditional methods. This enables Avalo to forecast and enhance crop traits like drought tolerance and nutrient density, adapting agriculture to changing climates.

ClimateCrop develops gene editing and related plant technologies to enable crops to store more carbon and energy, with the goal of increasing yields in biomass and fruit. The approach also enhances crop resilience to extreme weather, supporting climate adaptation and more reliable production for agricultural companies. Founded in 2021 and based in Ness Ziona, the company focuses on leveraging plant energy capture to boost productivity.

Bloomlabs provides a method to catalyze waste value by regenerating it as adaptable and appealing bio-plastics and textile fibers. It envisions a future in which outmoded, resource-intensive processes are phased out in favor of cutting-edge, sustainable, and scalable alternatives.

Avisa Myko is a biotechnology company based in San Francisco, California. It specializes in the production of melanin, a natural pigment with applications in cosmetics, biomedicine, organic semiconductors, biosensors, and latex products. The company's patented technology enables large-scale production of soluble, affordable melanin, offering protection against ionizing radiation and contributing to better health and environmental sustainability.

Bioeutectics develops and supplies high-performance, natural solvents for industrial processes. Utilizing eutectic technology and renewable resources, the company produces eco-friendly alternatives to petrochemical solvents, serving industries such as personal care, food ingredients, agro-tech, and green tech.

Founded in 2013, ZymoChem develops eco-friendly chemical production processes using engineered microbes. These processes convert renewable feedstocks like sugars into industrial chemicals, minimizing carbon loss and enabling cost-competitive bio-based manufacturing.

Lillianah Technologies is a company dedicated to developing innovative carbon capture technology aimed at restoring marine ecosystems affected by pollution and other environmental challenges. Comprising a team of scientists, Lillianah focuses on optimizing the biological pump in oceans, which is crucial for maintaining ecological balance. By harnessing the ocean's potential, the company seeks to address the detrimental impacts of human activity, such as fertilizer runoff, and contribute to reversing environmental degradation. Through its efforts, Lillianah Technologies aspires to create sustainable solutions that benefit both the oceans and the broader environment.

BioFluff is a manufacturer specializing in plant-based fur designed to serve the fashion industry by providing a sustainable alternative to animal and plastic fur. The company utilizes a patented process along with retrofitted equipment to ensure a scalable production of its eco-friendly materials. Sourced from organic renewable fiber plants, BioFluff’s products are developed without gene splicing, gene editing, or the use of petrochemicals and unsustainable raw-oil derivatives. This commitment to sustainability extends to its customization services, allowing clients to personalize their materials according to specific features such as fur length, fiber density, color, top fur strength, bottom fur insulation properties, and suppleness. By combining innovation with customization options, BioFluff aims to meet the growing demand for luxury, sustainable textiles within the fashion industry.

Founded in 2021, Pyrone Systems specializes in developing biopesticides that combine biological and chemical approaches. The company aims to create safe, effective, and sustainable products by utilizing scalable biology-based methodologies.

CroBio is an agricultural biotechnology company developing a sustainable solution for managing global agricultural drought. It uses genetically engineered root-associated bacteria to produce biomaterials that retain water in the soil, enhancing crop resilience and reducing irrigation requirements.

Avisa Myko is a biotechnology company based in San Francisco, California. It specializes in the production of melanin, a natural pigment with applications in cosmetics, biomedicine, organic semiconductors, biosensors, and latex products. The company's patented technology enables large-scale production of soluble, affordable melanin, offering protection against ionizing radiation and contributing to better health and environmental sustainability.

Bloomlabs provides a method to catalyze waste value by regenerating it as adaptable and appealing bio-plastics and textile fibers. It envisions a future in which outmoded, resource-intensive processes are phased out in favor of cutting-edge, sustainable, and scalable alternatives.

Protogenix develops a platform technology to replace the mammalian cell system for manufacturing complex proteins. The decentralized plug-and-play platform enables high-yield production at greater speed and lower cost, helping food and pharmaceutical producers access sustainably produced, safe protein ingredients while aiming to reduce the carbon footprint of animal agriculture.

Unibaio develops biodegradable nano-encapsulation technology that optimizes agrochemical delivery. Its particles enable pesticide companies to modify formulations, meeting stringent environmental regulations without replacing chemicals used by farmers. This reduces application doses and toxicity levels, lowering farmer costs and improving yields.

Stämm Biotech is a San Francisco-based company specializing in advanced bioproduction systems designed to address the scaling challenges in the biotech industry. Founded in 2014, Stämm has developed an innovative biomanufacturing solution that integrates microfluidics, electroporation, and robotics, resulting in a compact, all-in-one Bioprocessor. This system has demonstrated productivity levels at least 70 times greater than traditional bioreactors, enabling clients to miniaturize bioreactors and optimize conditions more efficiently. Stämm's technology incorporates various sensors to monitor biological, physical, and chemical variations throughout the bioprocess, facilitating a streamlined approach to microbial growth and monoclonal cell line development. By transforming large-scale biotech operations into a more manageable micro-factory network, Stämm aims to unlock significant market potential in the coming years.

Beeflow is a biotechnology-driven company that applies science and technology to bee pollination. The company provides professional pollination services to farmers, leveraging proprietary pollination technologies, data-driven hive management, and expertise in bee biology and crop science to optimize pollination and improve crop quality for crops such as blueberries, almonds, raspberries, and kiwifruit. Operating in the United States, Peru, and Mexico, Beeflow began in Argentina and has expanded to international markets, aiming to increase crop yields while supporting bee health and sustainability.

CroBio is an agricultural biotechnology company developing a sustainable solution for managing global agricultural drought. It uses genetically engineered root-associated bacteria to produce biomaterials that retain water in the soil, enhancing crop resilience and reducing irrigation requirements.

Bioeutectics develops and supplies high-performance, natural solvents for industrial processes. Utilizing eutectic technology and renewable resources, the company produces eco-friendly alternatives to petrochemical solvents, serving industries such as personal care, food ingredients, agro-tech, and green tech.

Lillianah Technologies is a company dedicated to developing innovative carbon capture technology aimed at restoring marine ecosystems affected by pollution and other environmental challenges. Comprising a team of scientists, Lillianah focuses on optimizing the biological pump in oceans, which is crucial for maintaining ecological balance. By harnessing the ocean's potential, the company seeks to address the detrimental impacts of human activity, such as fertilizer runoff, and contribute to reversing environmental degradation. Through its efforts, Lillianah Technologies aspires to create sustainable solutions that benefit both the oceans and the broader environment.

MAA'VA is focused on creating next-generation green building materials that serve as functional alternatives to traditional concrete. The company incorporates recycled plastics, carbon sequestration techniques, and the upcycling of manufacturing waste into its products. By addressing critical issues such as the shortage of river sand, water scarcity, climate change, and waste management, MAA'VA aims to promote sustainable construction practices. Its materials are designed for use in both conventional construction and 3D printing applications, thereby enabling clients to adopt eco-friendly options for their building needs.

Founded in 2020, Prolific Machines is a San Francisco-based biotech company dedicated to revolutionizing cell production for a sustainable future. It combines advanced technologies to enable large-scale cell manufacturing, aiming to improve therapeutic protein production for biotechnology and pharmaceutical companies.

Founded in 2019, Aja Labs is a biotechnology company based in San Francisco. It specializes in producing biodegradable fiber derived from plants, designed to resemble human hair for use in hair extensions. This innovative approach aims to replace plastic-based fibers and reduce the reliance on chemical-heavy synthetics or human hair.

BioFluff is a manufacturer specializing in plant-based fur designed to serve the fashion industry by providing a sustainable alternative to animal and plastic fur. The company utilizes a patented process along with retrofitted equipment to ensure a scalable production of its eco-friendly materials. Sourced from organic renewable fiber plants, BioFluff’s products are developed without gene splicing, gene editing, or the use of petrochemicals and unsustainable raw-oil derivatives. This commitment to sustainability extends to its customization services, allowing clients to personalize their materials according to specific features such as fur length, fiber density, color, top fur strength, bottom fur insulation properties, and suppleness. By combining innovation with customization options, BioFluff aims to meet the growing demand for luxury, sustainable textiles within the fashion industry.

AvantGuard creats innovative solutions that manage surfaces and provide long-term protection against viruses, bacteria, and fungi/mold, in a variety of applications.

Pneuma is a biotechnology company based in New York, USA. It develops sustainable products through innovative biological processes.

Protogenix develops a platform technology to replace the mammalian cell system for manufacturing complex proteins. The decentralized plug-and-play platform enables high-yield production at greater speed and lower cost, helping food and pharmaceutical producers access sustainably produced, safe protein ingredients while aiming to reduce the carbon footprint of animal agriculture.

MycoWorks is a biotechnology company specializing in the production of non-plastic and non-animal materials. Utilizing fungal mycelium, they create energy-efficient and biodegradable alternatives to plastic foams, textiles, woods, and leather for various industries such as aerospace, automotive, apparel, and architecture.

MAA'VA is focused on creating next-generation green building materials that serve as functional alternatives to traditional concrete. The company incorporates recycled plastics, carbon sequestration techniques, and the upcycling of manufacturing waste into its products. By addressing critical issues such as the shortage of river sand, water scarcity, climate change, and waste management, MAA'VA aims to promote sustainable construction practices. Its materials are designed for use in both conventional construction and 3D printing applications, thereby enabling clients to adopt eco-friendly options for their building needs.

Mirá Biotech manufactures sustainable, formaldehyde-free engineered wood products using waste materials like sugar cane bagasse. This process promotes a circular economy by reducing deforestation and enabling users to access natural, eco-friendly wood-based products.

Minus Materials produces carbon-negative limestone using microalgae. This process aims to decarbonize infrastructure materials and large specialty chemical markets.

Plantruption builds a brand of sustainability to develop products using seaweed and microalgae. The company is on a mission to create the first plant-based seafood. It researches and collaborates with universities and food technologists to provides Plant-based seafood that’s close in taste and texture to the real deal. Plant-based seafood provides a host of environmental benefits, including alleviating pressures on rapidly depleting fisheries, providing relief to fragile ocean ecosystems, reducing the impact of fishing nets on the ocean plastic problem, and reducing production emissions. The company was founded in 2019 in Dublin, Dublin.

NitroFix develops emission-free ammonia generation technology. Its innovative electrochemical process, aided by a novel catalyst, produces ammonia with zero carbon emissions.

Bioeutectics develops and supplies high-performance, natural solvents for industrial processes. Utilizing eutectic technology and renewable resources, the company produces eco-friendly alternatives to petrochemical solvents, serving industries such as personal care, food ingredients, agro-tech, and green tech.

Mirá Biotech manufactures sustainable, formaldehyde-free engineered wood products using waste materials like sugar cane bagasse. This process promotes a circular economy by reducing deforestation and enabling users to access natural, eco-friendly wood-based products.

Huue is a company specializing in sustainable dyeing solutions for the fashion and textile industries, particularly focusing on the denim supply chain. It employs innovative biotechnology to produce bio-synthesized dyes through a fermentation process involving naturally occurring microorganisms. This method not only eliminates the need for toxic chemicals traditionally used in dye production but also utilizes renewable resources, making it an eco-friendly alternative. By offering greener options for color production, Huue aims to support the industry's transition towards more sustainable practices, ultimately contributing to a more environmentally responsible approach to fashion.

Vertical Oceans specializes in sustainable aquaculture, producing same-day farm-to-fork shrimp using vertical towers in urban markets. Their innovative system, the Intelligent Habitat (iHAB), combines bioengineering, hardware engineering, and computational methods to create a self-sustaining, self-cleaning modular production environment. This results in high-quality shrimp with excellent sustainability credentials.

ClimateCrop develops gene editing and related plant technologies to enable crops to store more carbon and energy, with the goal of increasing yields in biomass and fruit. The approach also enhances crop resilience to extreme weather, supporting climate adaptation and more reliable production for agricultural companies. Founded in 2021 and based in Ness Ziona, the company focuses on leveraging plant energy capture to boost productivity.

Avisa Myko is a biotechnology company based in San Francisco, California. It specializes in the production of melanin, a natural pigment with applications in cosmetics, biomedicine, organic semiconductors, biosensors, and latex products. The company's patented technology enables large-scale production of soluble, affordable melanin, offering protection against ionizing radiation and contributing to better health and environmental sustainability.

Endless West is a beverage company that produces wine and spirits using molecular science. It creates original blends by extracting taste, smell, and color molecules from various natural sources, eliminating the need for grapes or fermentation. The company's first product, Glyph, is an aged-style spirit made without aging or barreling, resulting in significant water and land savings.

Ceragen is a biotechnology company that helps farmers increase crop yields through plant microbiome engineering. It develops precision microbiome engineering via inoculant products tailored for controlled environment agriculture, enabling crops to respond to environmental stress and to produce more in limited space with an all-natural solution. Ceragen was established in Kitchener, Ontario.

Capra Biosciences is a biotechnology company that develops bioreactor technology to enable efficient, low-carbon production of bio-based chemicals. Its biofilm bioreactor platform reduces downstream processing requirements and costs in bio-manufacturing and supports the production of hydrophobic products, including fuels, retinol, and performance lubricants.

TômTex specializes in recycling agricultural waste, primarily focusing on seafood shells, mushrooms, and coffee grounds. The company transforms these materials into sustainable, practical alternatives to conventional commercial materials, aiming to minimize environmental impact.

ClimateCrop develops gene editing and related plant technologies to enable crops to store more carbon and energy, with the goal of increasing yields in biomass and fruit. The approach also enhances crop resilience to extreme weather, supporting climate adaptation and more reliable production for agricultural companies. Founded in 2021 and based in Ness Ziona, the company focuses on leveraging plant energy capture to boost productivity.

ClimateCrop develops gene editing and related plant technologies to enable crops to store more carbon and energy, with the goal of increasing yields in biomass and fruit. The approach also enhances crop resilience to extreme weather, supporting climate adaptation and more reliable production for agricultural companies. Founded in 2021 and based in Ness Ziona, the company focuses on leveraging plant energy capture to boost productivity.

Founded in 2013, ZymoChem develops eco-friendly chemical production processes using engineered microbes. These processes convert renewable feedstocks like sugars into industrial chemicals, minimizing carbon loss and enabling cost-competitive bio-based manufacturing.

Founded in 2021, Pyrone Systems specializes in developing biopesticides that combine biological and chemical approaches. The company aims to create safe, effective, and sustainable products by utilizing scalable biology-based methodologies.

Founded in 2021, Pyrone Systems specializes in developing biopesticides that combine biological and chemical approaches. The company aims to create safe, effective, and sustainable products by utilizing scalable biology-based methodologies.

Sundial Foods develops plant-based meat alternatives designed to replicate the texture, appearance, and sensory experience of traditional meat using natural, plant-derived ingredients. The company aims to offer affordable, nutritious options for conscious consumers and to reduce meat consumption without relying on synthetic additives or heavily processed ingredients. Based in Berkeley, California, Sundial Foods was founded in 2019.

microTERRA harnesses Lemna, an aquatic plant with water-cleaning capabilities, to produce sustainable functional ingredients for the food industry. Its flagship product, Flora, enhances sweetness perception while reducing sugar and masking unwanted notes from high-intensity sweeteners.

Plantruption builds a brand of sustainability to develop products using seaweed and microalgae. The company is on a mission to create the first plant-based seafood. It researches and collaborates with universities and food technologists to provides Plant-based seafood that’s close in taste and texture to the real deal. Plant-based seafood provides a host of environmental benefits, including alleviating pressures on rapidly depleting fisheries, providing relief to fragile ocean ecosystems, reducing the impact of fishing nets on the ocean plastic problem, and reducing production emissions. The company was founded in 2019 in Dublin, Dublin.

Kutanios is a biotechnology company headquartered in London. It specializes in developing novel compounds for anti-aging, sun care, anti-acne, and skin cleaning products using its proprietary biodegradable molecules technology.

Beeflow is a biotechnology-driven company that applies science and technology to bee pollination. The company provides professional pollination services to farmers, leveraging proprietary pollination technologies, data-driven hive management, and expertise in bee biology and crop science to optimize pollination and improve crop quality for crops such as blueberries, almonds, raspberries, and kiwifruit. Operating in the United States, Peru, and Mexico, Beeflow began in Argentina and has expanded to international markets, aiming to increase crop yields while supporting bee health and sustainability.

Plantruption builds a brand of sustainability to develop products using seaweed and microalgae. The company is on a mission to create the first plant-based seafood. It researches and collaborates with universities and food technologists to provides Plant-based seafood that’s close in taste and texture to the real deal. Plant-based seafood provides a host of environmental benefits, including alleviating pressures on rapidly depleting fisheries, providing relief to fragile ocean ecosystems, reducing the impact of fishing nets on the ocean plastic problem, and reducing production emissions. The company was founded in 2019 in Dublin, Dublin.

Ceragen is a biotechnology company that helps farmers increase crop yields through plant microbiome engineering. It develops precision microbiome engineering via inoculant products tailored for controlled environment agriculture, enabling crops to respond to environmental stress and to produce more in limited space with an all-natural solution. Ceragen was established in Kitchener, Ontario.

Ceragen is a biotechnology company that helps farmers increase crop yields through plant microbiome engineering. It develops precision microbiome engineering via inoculant products tailored for controlled environment agriculture, enabling crops to respond to environmental stress and to produce more in limited space with an all-natural solution. Ceragen was established in Kitchener, Ontario.

Stämm Biotech is a San Francisco-based company specializing in advanced bioproduction systems designed to address the scaling challenges in the biotech industry. Founded in 2014, Stämm has developed an innovative biomanufacturing solution that integrates microfluidics, electroporation, and robotics, resulting in a compact, all-in-one Bioprocessor. This system has demonstrated productivity levels at least 70 times greater than traditional bioreactors, enabling clients to miniaturize bioreactors and optimize conditions more efficiently. Stämm's technology incorporates various sensors to monitor biological, physical, and chemical variations throughout the bioprocess, facilitating a streamlined approach to microbial growth and monoclonal cell line development. By transforming large-scale biotech operations into a more manageable micro-factory network, Stämm aims to unlock significant market potential in the coming years.

AvantGuard creats innovative solutions that manage surfaces and provide long-term protection against viruses, bacteria, and fungi/mold, in a variety of applications.

Earnest Agriculture collaborates with farmers to transform agricultural waste into innovative biofertilizers that enhance crop yields. By converting waste products such as manure and vegetable remnants, the company provides an eco-friendly solution that not only helps farmers manage their waste but also offers them a potential source of additional income. Utilizing a combination of composting, vermicomposting, and advanced microbial technologies, Earnest Agriculture develops proprietary fertilizers designed to improve soil quality, promote drought resistance, and suppress pathogens. This approach not only reduces the environmental impact of farming but also allows farmers to lower their input costs while increasing their productivity.

Sundial Foods develops plant-based meat alternatives designed to replicate the texture, appearance, and sensory experience of traditional meat using natural, plant-derived ingredients. The company aims to offer affordable, nutritious options for conscious consumers and to reduce meat consumption without relying on synthetic additives or heavily processed ingredients. Based in Berkeley, California, Sundial Foods was founded in 2019.

Sundial Foods develops plant-based meat alternatives designed to replicate the texture, appearance, and sensory experience of traditional meat using natural, plant-derived ingredients. The company aims to offer affordable, nutritious options for conscious consumers and to reduce meat consumption without relying on synthetic additives or heavily processed ingredients. Based in Berkeley, California, Sundial Foods was founded in 2019.

Vertical Oceans specializes in sustainable aquaculture, producing same-day farm-to-fork shrimp using vertical towers in urban markets. Their innovative system, the Intelligent Habitat (iHAB), combines bioengineering, hardware engineering, and computational methods to create a self-sustaining, self-cleaning modular production environment. This results in high-quality shrimp with excellent sustainability credentials.

Founded in 2020, Prolific Machines is a San Francisco-based biotech company dedicated to revolutionizing cell production for a sustainable future. It combines advanced technologies to enable large-scale cell manufacturing, aiming to improve therapeutic protein production for biotechnology and pharmaceutical companies.

Avalo is a plant biology company that employs interpretable machine learning, genomic discovery, and evolutionary theory to expedite the development of new crops tailored for future agricultural needs. Utilizing AI-assisted plant breeding methods, Avalo creates non-GMO products that foster natural biodiversity. Its core technology, a discovery engine, can swiftly identify genetic bases of complex traits even in understudied crops, reducing time and cost significantly compared to traditional methods. This enables Avalo to forecast and enhance crop traits like drought tolerance and nutrient density, adapting agriculture to changing climates.

Huue is a company specializing in sustainable dyeing solutions for the fashion and textile industries, particularly focusing on the denim supply chain. It employs innovative biotechnology to produce bio-synthesized dyes through a fermentation process involving naturally occurring microorganisms. This method not only eliminates the need for toxic chemicals traditionally used in dye production but also utilizes renewable resources, making it an eco-friendly alternative. By offering greener options for color production, Huue aims to support the industry's transition towards more sustainable practices, ultimately contributing to a more environmentally responsible approach to fashion.

Lux Bio operates a bioluminescent light platform that harnesses the natural light produced by living organisms through biochemical reactions. The company focuses on developing innovative, eco-friendly lighting solutions that utilize engineered proteins derived from plants and animals, enhancing their performance for commercial use. By leveraging clean technology, Lux Bio aims to offer sustainable lighting options while preventing toxic chemical waste from contaminating oceans. Their flagship product, the Nyoka Light Wand, exemplifies this mission by providing a non-toxic alternative to traditional glow sticks, showcasing the potential of bioluminescence in everyday applications.

Lux Bio operates a bioluminescent light platform that harnesses the natural light produced by living organisms through biochemical reactions. The company focuses on developing innovative, eco-friendly lighting solutions that utilize engineered proteins derived from plants and animals, enhancing their performance for commercial use. By leveraging clean technology, Lux Bio aims to offer sustainable lighting options while preventing toxic chemical waste from contaminating oceans. Their flagship product, the Nyoka Light Wand, exemplifies this mission by providing a non-toxic alternative to traditional glow sticks, showcasing the potential of bioluminescence in everyday applications.

Founded in 2019, Aja Labs is a biotechnology company based in San Francisco. It specializes in producing biodegradable fiber derived from plants, designed to resemble human hair for use in hair extensions. This innovative approach aims to replace plastic-based fibers and reduce the reliance on chemical-heavy synthetics or human hair.

Plantruption builds a brand of sustainability to develop products using seaweed and microalgae. The company is on a mission to create the first plant-based seafood. It researches and collaborates with universities and food technologists to provides Plant-based seafood that’s close in taste and texture to the real deal. Plant-based seafood provides a host of environmental benefits, including alleviating pressures on rapidly depleting fisheries, providing relief to fragile ocean ecosystems, reducing the impact of fishing nets on the ocean plastic problem, and reducing production emissions. The company was founded in 2019 in Dublin, Dublin.

microTERRA harnesses Lemna, an aquatic plant with water-cleaning capabilities, to produce sustainable functional ingredients for the food industry. Its flagship product, Flora, enhances sweetness perception while reducing sugar and masking unwanted notes from high-intensity sweeteners.

MycoWorks is a biotechnology company specializing in the production of non-plastic and non-animal materials. Utilizing fungal mycelium, they create energy-efficient and biodegradable alternatives to plastic foams, textiles, woods, and leather for various industries such as aerospace, automotive, apparel, and architecture.

Capra Biosciences is a biotechnology company that develops bioreactor technology to enable efficient, low-carbon production of bio-based chemicals. Its biofilm bioreactor platform reduces downstream processing requirements and costs in bio-manufacturing and supports the production of hydrophobic products, including fuels, retinol, and performance lubricants.

Allied Microbiota, LLC is a biotechnology company focused on developing innovative microbial products designed for environmental remediation. Originating from research at Columbia University, the company's flagship product, PacBac, offers a microbial-based solution that efficiently reduces harmful organic chemicals in soil, significantly outperforming traditional remediation methods such as incineration. By enabling the rapid breakdown of recalcitrant contaminants, including poly-chlorinated biphenyls, PacBac can achieve an 80% reduction in these pollutants within days, providing substantial cost savings compared to conventional technologies. With an estimated market potential of $20 billion annually, Allied Microbiota aims to transform the soil remediation landscape through its sustainable approach, which eliminates contaminants without relying on limited landfill options. Additionally, the company is engaged in ongoing research and development to identify new microbial strains and create bio-based products leveraging advanced techniques in synthetic biology, data science, and analytical chemistry.

Bucha Bio creates a novel biomaterial grown from infinitely renewable bacterial-nanocellulose. Strands of natural fibers interlock to form a high-performance textile with a luxuriously soft handfeel. Produced in weeks rather than months or years, use it in premium applications instead of animal leather, polyurethane, latex, vinyl, and so much more. Creating a reliable material is our goal, adding plastics and petrochemicals like PU polyurethane would make it easy, but we’ve never taken the easy way out. Committed to sustainability, Bucha Bio’s team is dedicated to creating a completely biodegradable textile that enables the next generation of designers to create products for a more sustainable future. Our biomaterial is water-resistant, scratch-resistant, sunlight-resistant, flame-resistant, and so many more reasons to test it out in your next product.

microTERRA harnesses Lemna, an aquatic plant with water-cleaning capabilities, to produce sustainable functional ingredients for the food industry. Its flagship product, Flora, enhances sweetness perception while reducing sugar and masking unwanted notes from high-intensity sweeteners.

AvantGuard creats innovative solutions that manage surfaces and provide long-term protection against viruses, bacteria, and fungi/mold, in a variety of applications.

Scindo is a cleantech company developing innovative enzyme systems to enable sustainable feedstocks to replace petrochemical ingredients in various industries. This includes upcycling plastic waste into high-value molecules and transforming agricultural feedstocks into natural ingredients.

Carbix develops weathering technologies that convert CO2 emissions into building materials. It uses a bioreactor to capture CO2 from industrial plant flue gas and combines it with mineral inputs and energy from renewable sources or energy-from-waste to accelerate sequestration and form carbonates that serve as raw materials for construction products and other industrial applications.

Endless West is a beverage company that produces wine and spirits using molecular science. It creates original blends by extracting taste, smell, and color molecules from various natural sources, eliminating the need for grapes or fermentation. The company's first product, Glyph, is an aged-style spirit made without aging or barreling, resulting in significant water and land savings.

Chi Botanic specializes in developing plant stem cell cultures for industrial-scale production of plant-based ingredients. By focusing on specific plant components, they achieve faster growth and higher yields compared to traditional farming methods. Their process reduces the need for fertilizers, pesticides, herbicides, water, energy, and shipping, resulting in safer and often enhanced natural products.

Electro-Active Technologies LLC, founded in 2017 and based in Knoxville, Tennessee, specializes in the development of a modular bioelectrochemical system designed to produce renewable hydrogen from organic waste. The company employs advanced microbial and electrochemical processes to convert organic materials, including food waste and high-strength wastewater, into low-cost hydrogen while creating a carbon-negative energy solution. This innovative approach addresses the significant environmental concerns associated with organic waste, which contributes to global greenhouse gas emissions. By enabling onsite deployment of its systems, Electro-Active Technologies facilitates a sustainable method for communities and businesses to transform waste into valuable renewable energy, promoting improved sustainability and resource efficiency.

Huue is a company specializing in sustainable dyeing solutions for the fashion and textile industries, particularly focusing on the denim supply chain. It employs innovative biotechnology to produce bio-synthesized dyes through a fermentation process involving naturally occurring microorganisms. This method not only eliminates the need for toxic chemicals traditionally used in dye production but also utilizes renewable resources, making it an eco-friendly alternative. By offering greener options for color production, Huue aims to support the industry's transition towards more sustainable practices, ultimately contributing to a more environmentally responsible approach to fashion.

Primitives is a San Francisco-based company engineering advanced biomaterials to reduce food waste and plastics pollution.

Primitives is a San Francisco-based company engineering advanced biomaterials to reduce food waste and plastics pollution.

Chi Botanic specializes in developing plant stem cell cultures for industrial-scale production of plant-based ingredients. By focusing on specific plant components, they achieve faster growth and higher yields compared to traditional farming methods. Their process reduces the need for fertilizers, pesticides, herbicides, water, energy, and shipping, resulting in safer and often enhanced natural products.

Avisa Myko is a biotechnology company based in San Francisco, California. It specializes in the production of melanin, a natural pigment with applications in cosmetics, biomedicine, organic semiconductors, biosensors, and latex products. The company's patented technology enables large-scale production of soluble, affordable melanin, offering protection against ionizing radiation and contributing to better health and environmental sustainability.

Stämm Biotech is a San Francisco-based company specializing in advanced bioproduction systems designed to address the scaling challenges in the biotech industry. Founded in 2014, Stämm has developed an innovative biomanufacturing solution that integrates microfluidics, electroporation, and robotics, resulting in a compact, all-in-one Bioprocessor. This system has demonstrated productivity levels at least 70 times greater than traditional bioreactors, enabling clients to miniaturize bioreactors and optimize conditions more efficiently. Stämm's technology incorporates various sensors to monitor biological, physical, and chemical variations throughout the bioprocess, facilitating a streamlined approach to microbial growth and monoclonal cell line development. By transforming large-scale biotech operations into a more manageable micro-factory network, Stämm aims to unlock significant market potential in the coming years.

MycoWorks is a biotechnology company specializing in the production of non-plastic and non-animal materials. Utilizing fungal mycelium, they create energy-efficient and biodegradable alternatives to plastic foams, textiles, woods, and leather for various industries such as aerospace, automotive, apparel, and architecture.

Electro-Active Technologies LLC, founded in 2017 and based in Knoxville, Tennessee, specializes in the development of a modular bioelectrochemical system designed to produce renewable hydrogen from organic waste. The company employs advanced microbial and electrochemical processes to convert organic materials, including food waste and high-strength wastewater, into low-cost hydrogen while creating a carbon-negative energy solution. This innovative approach addresses the significant environmental concerns associated with organic waste, which contributes to global greenhouse gas emissions. By enabling onsite deployment of its systems, Electro-Active Technologies facilitates a sustainable method for communities and businesses to transform waste into valuable renewable energy, promoting improved sustainability and resource efficiency.

Huue is a company specializing in sustainable dyeing solutions for the fashion and textile industries, particularly focusing on the denim supply chain. It employs innovative biotechnology to produce bio-synthesized dyes through a fermentation process involving naturally occurring microorganisms. This method not only eliminates the need for toxic chemicals traditionally used in dye production but also utilizes renewable resources, making it an eco-friendly alternative. By offering greener options for color production, Huue aims to support the industry's transition towards more sustainable practices, ultimately contributing to a more environmentally responsible approach to fashion.

Decomer Technology develops water-soluble and edible packaging materials and related products. Its materials offer an eco-friendly alternative to conventional plastics by dissolving in water and using plant-based components that can be composted, enabling water-soluble, edible containers for packaging applications.

Stämm Biotech is a San Francisco-based company specializing in advanced bioproduction systems designed to address the scaling challenges in the biotech industry. Founded in 2014, Stämm has developed an innovative biomanufacturing solution that integrates microfluidics, electroporation, and robotics, resulting in a compact, all-in-one Bioprocessor. This system has demonstrated productivity levels at least 70 times greater than traditional bioreactors, enabling clients to miniaturize bioreactors and optimize conditions more efficiently. Stämm's technology incorporates various sensors to monitor biological, physical, and chemical variations throughout the bioprocess, facilitating a streamlined approach to microbial growth and monoclonal cell line development. By transforming large-scale biotech operations into a more manageable micro-factory network, Stämm aims to unlock significant market potential in the coming years.