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AtmoCooling is a company founded in 2022 that specializes in evaporated seawater technology aimed at creating cool microclimates in coastal desert regions. By harnessing hot dry winds, the company transforms these arid areas into productive environments suitable for agriculture, clean energy generation, and enhanced climate resilience. Operating in both the USA and the UAE, AtmoCooling's innovative approach enables users to cultivate crops effectively, promoting sustainable agricultural practices and contributing to the overall transformation of challenging landscapes into thriving ecosystems.

Spark e-Fuels is a provider of carbon-neutral aviation fuel that addresses the environmental impact of air travel. The company produces sustainable aviation fuels from renewable energy, air, and water through an integrated and modularized approach. This innovation allows for the scalable production of sustainable e-fuels, overcoming challenges related to limited availability and high costs associated with sustainable aviation fuel (SAF). By utilizing proprietary load-flexible production processes, Spark e-Fuels connects directly to low-cost renewable electricity, enabling efficient and cost-effective e-fuels production tailored for the aviation industry.

AtmoCooling is a company founded in 2022 that specializes in evaporated seawater technology aimed at creating cool microclimates in coastal desert regions. By harnessing hot dry winds, the company transforms these arid areas into productive environments suitable for agriculture, clean energy generation, and enhanced climate resilience. Operating in both the USA and the UAE, AtmoCooling's innovative approach enables users to cultivate crops effectively, promoting sustainable agricultural practices and contributing to the overall transformation of challenging landscapes into thriving ecosystems.

Endolith is a biotech company transforming sustainable mining by leveraging microbes, synthetic biology, and cloud computing to extract more critical minerals like copper from low-grade ores. Working with the many of the leading mining companies, Endolith is advancing its innovative technology to commercial scale. Recognized as a finalist in the BHP Unearthed BioMetals cohort and a member of the Alaska Critical Minerals Collaborative, Endolith is driving the future of mining with sustainable, efficient, and responsible solutions for the clean energy transition.

Atmio is a climate tech company focused on assisting the oil and gas sector in identifying, addressing, and reporting methane emissions. By integrating hardware and software solutions, atmio enables operators to detect leaks in gas infrastructure, streamline the repair process, and communicate with relevant stakeholders. The company aims to provide a comprehensive, automated approach to measuring and managing greenhouse gas emissions, thereby contributing to efforts against climate change. Through its innovative products, atmio seeks to establish itself as a leading provider in the field of greenhouse gas management.

Opeator of a fermentation technology company intended to improve the economics of industrial fermentation. The company develops an anaerobic process that facilitates a more straightforward, more productive fermentation design, its system includes highly predictable performance scaling, the ability to extend fermentation runs for days, and the use of low-cost bioreactors, enabling industries to improve performance and process robustness.

Planet A Foods is a company focused on producing cocoa-free chocolate made from natural ingredients. By utilizing traditional fermentation methods, the company aims to provide a sustainable alternative to traditional chocolate, allowing consumers to enjoy their chocolate cravings without the negative impacts associated with cocoa production. Planet A Foods emphasizes local food production with minimal environmental impact, striving to reduce carbon emissions and promote sustainable practices in the food industry.

Trilobio focuses on enhancing synthetic biology and life science research through the development of an automated platform that combines robotic lab automation with a digital marketplace for lab protocols. This innovative approach allows for the seamless assembly of DNA and promotes the sharing of components, thereby facilitating end-to-end automation in laboratory settings. By improving data quality and reproducibility, Trilobio aims to support the healthcare industry in advancing medical services and other commercial applications, leveraging its expertise in robotics, software, and genetic engineering.

Biomia is a synthetic biology company that focuses on developing plant-derived natural products aimed at addressing unmet medical needs related to pain, addiction, and depression. The company utilizes a drug discovery engine that integrates machine learning and biosynthesis to identify and create therapeutics based on plant-inspired molecules. Through pre-clinical testing, Biomia works on developing both natural and novel small-molecule drug candidates, with the goal of providing effective treatments for patients suffering from various mental health issues.

Officinae Bio is focused on advancing the field of biological engineering by providing a comprehensive platform designed for the development and design of biological products. The company combines specialized experimental protocols, proprietary datasets, and advanced algorithms to streamline the creation of personalized cell therapies and precision fermentation processes. Their flagship products include Vulcanus, an AI-driven pipeline that automates the construction of large and complex DNA sequences with a high success rate, and Ulysses, an algorithm that facilitates the navigation of intricate biological design options by recognizing the interconnectivity of system parameters. By addressing the critical challenges of scalability, predictability, and purity in microbial production systems, Officinae Bio aims to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of bio-based product development.

Farmless is a food technology startup focused on revolutionizing food production by decoupling it from traditional arable land. The company employs fermentation technology to transform renewable energy into a diverse range of food products, including proteins, carbohydrates, and beneficial fats. By utilizing a liquid feedstock derived from renewable sources, Farmless aims to produce carbon-negative proteins with a complete amino acid profile. This innovative approach not only enables the reduction of carbon footprints in food production but also offers a low-cost solution for protein generation at a planetary scale. Farmless seeks to create a sustainable interface between food and electricity by harnessing the potential of specially selected microbes known for their favorable food properties.

Concert Bio helps businesses create optimal microbial communities.

Ordinary Seafood is a food-tech company focused on providing sustainable seafood alternatives through the innovative use of plant protein and biotechnology. The company aims to restore balance in the food system by developing vegan-based seafood products that are both delicious and healthy. By leveraging these technologies, Ordinary Seafood offers consumers a way to enjoy seafood flavors while promoting sustainability and addressing environmental concerns related to traditional seafood sourcing.

GoTiger is an online supermarket. That offers vegetables, beverages, fruits, meat, rice, noodles, soy, and stir sauces. They also offer gift vouchers.

Rhizocore Technologies produces locally-adapted mycorrhizal fungi to enhance tree planting success.

Cirplus GmbH, founded in 2019 and based in Hamburg, Germany, operates a B2B marketplace that focuses on recycled plastics. The company has developed a comprehensive trading platform for recyclates and plastic waste feedstock, offering a streamlined approach for customers to find, negotiate, contract, ship, insure, and pay for trades in recycled materials worldwide. By digitizing the buying process and improving quality control, Cirplus aggregates fragmented supply, enabling the plastic and recycling industries to procure circular plastics at scale. Additionally, Cirplus has established the first industrial standard for high-quality plastic recycling, contributing to the modernization and efficiency of the recycling sector.

Apoha is a stealth stage start-up focused on developing sensory intelligence software that integrates machines into the physical world. The company aims to create technology that captures the unique sensory fingerprints of complex molecules and formulations. By mapping these materials according to their biophysical properties, Apoha enables a comparative analysis of how different molecules behave—such as bending, rippling, floating, and dissolving. This innovative approach allows living organisms to better interact with and understand their natural environments.

Juicy Marbles is a food-tech company that specializes in creating thick, juicy, and marbled plant-based steaks. Utilizing proprietary protein texturing technology, the company produces whole cuts that aim to replicate the taste, price, and convenience of traditional meat products. Juicy Marbles envisions a variety of meat alternatives that not only appeal to consumers but also contribute to reducing meat consumption in a more sustainable manner. The company's goal is to significantly lower meat consumption by 2030, promoting healthier eating options while advancing the transition of the meat industry towards sustainability.

Planet A Foods is a company focused on producing cocoa-free chocolate made from natural ingredients. By utilizing traditional fermentation methods, the company aims to provide a sustainable alternative to traditional chocolate, allowing consumers to enjoy their chocolate cravings without the negative impacts associated with cocoa production. Planet A Foods emphasizes local food production with minimal environmental impact, striving to reduce carbon emissions and promote sustainable practices in the food industry.

Grounded Foods Co. is a West Hollywood-based company that specializes in producing plant-based cheeses made from cauliflower and hemp seeds. Its product offerings include gruyere style cheese, camembert style cheese, marinated hemp seed feta, and hemp seed cream cheese, all crafted through a proprietary fermentation process. This innovative approach allows the products to closely mimic the flavor and texture of traditional dairy cheese while providing high nutritional value and promoting environmental sustainability. Founded in 2019 by Australian entrepreneurs Veronica Fil, a behavioral economist, and Shaun Quade, an internationally acclaimed chef, the company aims to make dairy-free cheese accessible to a wider audience through both retail and online sales.

Planet A Foods is a company focused on producing cocoa-free chocolate made from natural ingredients. By utilizing traditional fermentation methods, the company aims to provide a sustainable alternative to traditional chocolate, allowing consumers to enjoy their chocolate cravings without the negative impacts associated with cocoa production. Planet A Foods emphasizes local food production with minimal environmental impact, striving to reduce carbon emissions and promote sustainable practices in the food industry.

Yuri specializes in designing and manufacturing hardware for the aviation and aerospace industry, focusing on applications in microgravity research and experiments. The company provides an end-to-end space mission platform that includes services such as mission definition, hardware selection and development, as well as launch and return logistics. Additionally, Yuri supports researchers with a variety of advanced scientific services, including 3D cell culture growth, human disease modeling, protein and molecule analysis, synthetic biology, plant biology studies, and nanofluidics. This comprehensive approach enables researchers to access a quick and cost-effective combination of experimental hardware, facilities, and microgravity platforms.

Hier Foods is a foodtech startup that offers decentralized food systems for retailers and local suppliers. The startup's platform supports all industry-standard EDI integration methods for working with inventory management, as well as a cutting-edge API to make it as simple as possible for IT. Its adaptive software enables even very small suppliers to process digital orders, return shipping notifications and invoices digitally, and easily update prices and products. Instead of faxing, calling, or emailing, they order everything through a single app. Prices, products, and order reminders are always up to date.

Orbillion Bio, Inc. is a food-tech company based in Fremont, California, that specializes in developing cultured meat products derived from small tissue samples taken from heritage cattle breeds. Founded in 2019, the company focuses on producing premium cell-based meat products sourced directly from farmers using heritage cell lines. Orbillion Bio aims to create delicious and nutritious food while promoting sustainability and accessibility in the meat industry.

Hoxton Farms, located in London, UK, specializes in producing real animal fat without the use of animals. The company employs a combination of cell biology and mathematical modeling to cultivate purified animal fat in bioreactors. This innovative approach provides a sustainable and cruelty-free ingredient for the meat alternatives industry, as well as applications in other sectors such as bakery, confectionery, and cosmetics. By focusing on cultivated fat, Hoxton Farms aims to meet the growing demand for ethical and environmentally friendly food products.

Vosbor is a global digital marketplace that facilitates the trade of bulk agricultural commodities, including corn, wheat, soybeans, and palm oil, among others. Founded in 2019 and headquartered in Amsterdam, with additional offices in Singapore, Vosbor offers a secure and transparent environment for connecting buyers and sellers. Its platform utilizes blockchain technology to enhance the management of international trade logistics and settlement. By allowing users to reconcile trade data and securely share documents through smart contracts, Vosbor enables clients to efficiently execute their trade, finance, and shipping operations.

Critical Metal Regeneration powered by the biological repertoire that evolution has forged over billions of years Magmatic thrives to establish novel integrated metal separation process for the recovery of the full range of metals. As bold as it sounds, we will assemble a broad repertoire of metal-binding proteins, robust, tolerant to a broad spectrum of operating conditions, reusable and highly selective. Our vision is to develop metal separation processes that are scalable, run reliably and in the most energy efficient way. Our technology enables a process that separates metals within critical fractions with significantly lower energy, water and toxic reagent consumption.