Bergen Carbon Solutions is a company transforming CO2 into a valuable resource by using renewable energy to convert excess greenhouse gas into solid, versatile industrial raw materials. The carbon capture and utilization (CCU) technology developed by Bergen has the potential to deliver a stable supply of carbon nanotubes and graphite, and also reduce manufacturers' exposure to geopolitical risks associated with raw material sourcing.
Myno is a startup focusing on carbon removal and the production of biochar through pyrolysis. By converting timber and agricultural waste into biochar, a carbon-negative material, Myno plays a key role in addressing climate change. Biochar has a wide range of applications, including soil amendment, fertilizer, and even animal feed to reduce methane emissions. This process captures carbon and generates renewable energy, making biochar production a clean and sustainable process.
Neste is a company that produces renewable diesel and sustainable aviation fuel through its proprietary NEXBTL™ (Next Generation Biomass to Liquid) technology. This innovative platform allows the company to convert a wide variety of renewable fats and oils into premium-quality products, such as renewable fuels and feedstocks for polymers and chemicals.
Avantium is at the forefront of developing technologies to transition away from fossil fuels by transforming renewable resources into valuable chemicals and circular plastics for consumer products. The company provides innovative solutions for polymers, chemicals, and CO2 conversion, contributing to a more sustainable materials economy.
Key technologies developed by Avantium:
Lygos develops scalable, high-performance, sustainable ingredients to help clients meet sustainable innovation targets. By combining biology, chemistry and application expertise, the company creates cost-effective, bio-based material solutions that improve performance and make sustainability a functional attribute.
Oceanium is a startup producing high-purity, seaweed-derived ingredients for food, health, skincare, and sustainable materials. Oceanium applies proprietary biorefinery technology rooted in green chemistry principles and is working on incorporating recycled wastewater in the process.
Oceanium’s products include:
BioPak is an Australian company dedicated to manufacturing compostable packaging solutions, including plant-based coffee cups, takeout containers, and cutlery. The company use renewable resources such as sugarcane and corn starch to produce materials that decompose effectively in various environments, aiming to mitigate single-use plastic pollution.
PlantSwitch is a startup with a mission to replace all petroleum-based single-use plastics with plant-based alternatives. PlantSwitch's proprietary technology upcycles agricultural residues into plant-based resin that can be used to manufacture nearly all types of plastic products. According to the company, their home-compostable resin can fully break down in backyard compost within 12 months, leaving behind no microplastics.
Plasticfri is a Swedish-based startup developing sustainable packaging solutions from agricultural waste, wild plants, non-edible plants, and wood fibers. The company’s innovative approach is setting a new standard by creating a new generation of advanced natural materials beyond plastics. By using waste, residues, and side streams, Plasticfri supports a circular economy and reduces pollution.
Viridis Chemical Company has developed a method for producing renewable ethyl acetate from bioethanol, providing a sustainable alternative to traditional ethyl acetate, typically derived from non-renewable fossil feedstocks such as coal or natural gas. This process uses a solid-state catalyst, enabling the reclamation of constituents at the end of life. During the dehydration of bioethanol, hydrogen gas is generated as a byproduct, contributing to approximately 40% of the energy required for the facility’s operations.