- Phase Biolabs was founded on May 14, 2020, by David Ortega.
- The company aims to upcycle one gigaton of CO2 by 2050 using its patented gas fermentation technology.
- David Ortega was named a Breakthrough Energy Innovator Fellow in October 2022.
The carbon capture and utilization (CCU) field has recorded notable strides in the recent past, especially in the biotechnology sector.
As the campaign against climate change becomes worldwide, innovative businesses are finding ways to turn CO2 emissions into useful things. This method not only reduces GHG emissions but also diversifies income sources.
A leading company that is pioneering this movement is Phase Biolabs, which employs state-of-the-art biotechnology to convert CO2 emissions into sustainable chemicals and fuels.
Phase Biolabs: A Visionary Start
Phase Biolabs was established on 14th May 2020 by David Ortega and is now one of the leading firms involved in carbon capture and utilization.
The company's target sounds rather ambitious but, at the same time, is simple – to upcycle one gigatonne of CO2 by 2050.
Through retrofitting their innovative gas fermentation technique into existing industries, Phase Biolabs is making it easier for companies to lower their carbon footprints while creating additional sources of income.
How It Works: Game-Changing Gas Fermentation
A patented microbe-based gas fermentation process forms the basis for Phase Biolabs’ technology.
These microbes are placed in a tank to consume CO2 and H2 gases. Subsequently, these microbes metabolize these gases into valuable fuels or chemicals as waste products are transformed.
This system can be adapted to any source of CO2 thus making it ideal for diverse industries.
Their effort to turn waste CO2 into useful products has put Phase Biolabs ahead in ensuring sustainable industrialization.
Partnerships & Milestones
Phase Biolab’s innovation has drawn the attention of various renowned partners and funders including Breakthrough Energy, QTEC, Science Entrepreneur Club, and and Y Combinator.
In October 2022, David Ortega received a Breakthrough Energy Innovator Fellowship award for his ground-breaking work demonstrating the company’s immense impact on this area.
Conclusion
Phase Biolabs represents an exceptional case where innovative biotechnology can solve environmental problems while creating economic opportunities.
The mission is clear; technology robust and partnerships strong putting it in a better position to lead in transforming CO2 emissions into valuable products.
With its continued growth and innovation, Phase Biolabs provides renewed hope against climate change.
Edited by Annette George
