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GFBiochemicals is the only company to produce levulinic acid at commercial scale directly from biomass. In 2008, a group of biobased chemical experts saw the significant potential of levulinic acid to replace petroleum-based products across a range of market sectors. GFBiochemicals was founded to develop the production technology needed for this revolution in chemicals and biofuels. GFBiochemicals demonstrated these breakthrough technologies in the Caserta plant, in partnership with the University of Pisa and the Polytechnic University of Milan. This commercial-scale plant was retrofitted with new conversion, recovery and purification technology.

Prometheus Materials, founded in 2021 and based in Boulder, Colorado, focuses on developing innovative bio-cement and concrete solutions with zero carbon emissions. The company specializes in creating sustainable construction materials derived from algae, water, ambient carbon dioxide, sunlight, and sand. By utilizing these resources, Prometheus Materials produces carbon-negative bio-cement and bio-concrete, enabling clients to significantly reduce their carbon footprint and contribute to global sustainability efforts. The company’s mission is to drive the construction industry towards environmentally friendly practices, addressing the urgent need to lower carbon dioxide emissions associated with traditional building materials.

Elicit Plant is an agro-biotech company focused on enhancing the water resistance of crops and developing innovative phytosterol-based solutions. The company aims to facilitate the ecological transition in agriculture by addressing global challenges posed by climate change, particularly its impact on major crops. Elicit Plant utilizes proprietary technology that leverages phytosterols to improve plant stress resistance and activate natural defenses. Extensive field trials conducted across three continents have shown that these biosolutions are a viable option for farmers, offering consistent and significant returns on investment.

Comet Biorefining, Inc. is based in London, Canada, and specializes in the development of sustainable ingredients from agricultural waste materials. The company focuses on converting non-food sources such as wood, wheat straw, bagasse, and corn stover into high-purity cellulosic glucose syrup. This innovative technology provides a cost-competitive alternative to traditional food-based sugar sources like corn or sugar cane, ensuring price stability and lower costs. In addition to its glucose products, Comet Biorefining offers biomass conversion and pretreatment services, along with a range of consulting services that include process development, engineering, and project development. The company is currently focused on scaling up its commercial operations and establishing partnerships within the renewable biofuels and biochemicals industries.

EnginZyme AB is a biotechnology company based in Stockholm, Sweden, founded in 2014. It specializes in biocatalysis and offers a cell-free synthetic biology platform that aims to provide sustainable alternatives to traditional fossil-based materials such as plastics, nylons, and rubbers. EnginZyme's technology facilitates the use of enzymes in standard chemical processing equipment, allowing for efficient and cost-effective biomanufacturing at an industrial scale. The company's mission is to promote the adoption of biocatalysis as a primary method for chemical process design, thereby supporting the transition of the chemical industry towards more sustainable practices. EnginZyme serves various sectors, including pharmaceuticals, food, chemicals, and flavors and fragrances.

Biotalys is a green biotech company that employs its proprietary Agrobody technology platform to develop crop protection products. The company develops a new generation of protein-based biocontrol solutions, shaping the future of sustainable and safe food supply. Biotalys' unique protein-based biocontrols combine the high-performance characteristics of chemicals with the clean safety profile of biologicals, making them ideal crop protection agents for both pre- and post-harvest applications. It was incorporated in 2012 and is based in Ghent, Belgium.

Comet Biorefining, Inc. is based in London, Canada, and specializes in the development of sustainable ingredients from agricultural waste materials. The company focuses on converting non-food sources such as wood, wheat straw, bagasse, and corn stover into high-purity cellulosic glucose syrup. This innovative technology provides a cost-competitive alternative to traditional food-based sugar sources like corn or sugar cane, ensuring price stability and lower costs. In addition to its glucose products, Comet Biorefining offers biomass conversion and pretreatment services, along with a range of consulting services that include process development, engineering, and project development. The company is currently focused on scaling up its commercial operations and establishing partnerships within the renewable biofuels and biochemicals industries.

Afyren is a sustainable chemistry company based in Saint-Beauzire, France, focused on the valorization of non-food biomass to develop environmentally friendly alternatives to petroleum-based products. Founded in 2012, the company employs innovative biotechnological processes using natural microorganisms to produce a range of bio-sourced organic acids and a high-value fertilizer. Its services extend to microbiology and bioprocess engineering, supporting various sectors including pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, green chemistry, and biopolymers. Afyren's approach aligns with the principles of a circular, low-carbon economy, emphasizing the importance of waste reduction and sustainable resource utilization.

EnobraQ is a start-up created in 2015, from a pre-competitive research project supported by Toulouse White Biotechnology (TWB). Concerned with ecological and economic considerations, EnobraQ develops breakthrough technologies that use CO2 and target markets as diverse as nutrition, agri-food, cosmetics, pharmacology and bioplastics.

Biotalys is a green biotech company that employs its proprietary Agrobody technology platform to develop crop protection products. The company develops a new generation of protein-based biocontrol solutions, shaping the future of sustainable and safe food supply. Biotalys' unique protein-based biocontrols combine the high-performance characteristics of chemicals with the clean safety profile of biologicals, making them ideal crop protection agents for both pre- and post-harvest applications. It was incorporated in 2012 and is based in Ghent, Belgium.

Comet Biorefining, Inc. is based in London, Canada, and specializes in the development of sustainable ingredients from agricultural waste materials. The company focuses on converting non-food sources such as wood, wheat straw, bagasse, and corn stover into high-purity cellulosic glucose syrup. This innovative technology provides a cost-competitive alternative to traditional food-based sugar sources like corn or sugar cane, ensuring price stability and lower costs. In addition to its glucose products, Comet Biorefining offers biomass conversion and pretreatment services, along with a range of consulting services that include process development, engineering, and project development. The company is currently focused on scaling up its commercial operations and establishing partnerships within the renewable biofuels and biochemicals industries.

CelluComp Ltd. is a material science company based in Burntisland, United Kingdom, that specializes in manufacturing biobased materials derived from waste streams of the food processing industry. The company has developed Curran, a high-performance material made from nano-cellulose fibers extracted from root vegetables. Curran is available in paste, slurry, and powder forms, and is used in various applications, including paints and coatings, paper, food, personal care, home care, cosmetics, concrete, and composites. CelluComp distributes its products across several regions, including the United Kingdom, Germany, the Netherlands, Poland, France, Spain, Portugal, the Middle East, and the United Arab Emirates. Founded in 2004, CelluComp focuses on sustainable resources, aiming to provide innovative solutions that reduce reliance on hydrocarbon feedstocks while offering cost-effective products for its clients.

Comet Biorefining, Inc. is based in London, Canada, and specializes in the development of sustainable ingredients from agricultural waste materials. The company focuses on converting non-food sources such as wood, wheat straw, bagasse, and corn stover into high-purity cellulosic glucose syrup. This innovative technology provides a cost-competitive alternative to traditional food-based sugar sources like corn or sugar cane, ensuring price stability and lower costs. In addition to its glucose products, Comet Biorefining offers biomass conversion and pretreatment services, along with a range of consulting services that include process development, engineering, and project development. The company is currently focused on scaling up its commercial operations and establishing partnerships within the renewable biofuels and biochemicals industries.

Green Biologics Limited is an industrial biotechnology company based in Abingdon, United Kingdom, focused on producing renewable specialty chemicals. The company offers products such as n-butanol, acetone, and C4 derivatives, along with GreenFlame charcoal lighting fluids. These products find applications in various sectors, including paints, coatings, adhesives, personal care, cosmetics, food ingredients, health, and industrial cleaners. Green Biologics aims to be a leader in advanced fermentation technologies that convert biomass into renewable fuels and chemicals. Established in 2002, the company has additional facilities in the United States and satellite offices in China, Brazil, and India.

Avantium is a technology company based in Amsterdam, specializing in advanced high-throughput research and development for the energy, chemicals, and pharmaceutical sectors. It employs proprietary technology that accelerates and reduces the costs associated with developing new products and processes. Avantium's innovative approach to experiment design and data analysis enhances its success rate in delivering effective solutions. The company has successfully collaborated with over 70 global clients, showcasing the commercial viability of its services. Avantium focuses on two primary areas: developing biofuels and bio-based chemicals, as well as new crystal forms of patented drugs. Its business model includes a strong emphasis on expanding its patent portfolio and establishing partnerships that add value. Additionally, Avantium operates through segments such as R&D Solutions, Renewable Chemistries, and Renewable Polymers, with the R&D Solutions segment generating the majority of its revenue. The company is supported by a team of experts in various fields, including catalysis, organic chemistry, and software development, who work closely with partner organizations to drive innovation in sustainable chemistry.

Green Biologics Limited is an industrial biotechnology company based in Abingdon, United Kingdom, focused on producing renewable specialty chemicals. The company offers products such as n-butanol, acetone, and C4 derivatives, along with GreenFlame charcoal lighting fluids. These products find applications in various sectors, including paints, coatings, adhesives, personal care, cosmetics, food ingredients, health, and industrial cleaners. Green Biologics aims to be a leader in advanced fermentation technologies that convert biomass into renewable fuels and chemicals. Established in 2002, the company has additional facilities in the United States and satellite offices in China, Brazil, and India.

CelluComp Ltd. is a material science company based in Burntisland, United Kingdom, that specializes in manufacturing biobased materials derived from waste streams of the food processing industry. The company has developed Curran, a high-performance material made from nano-cellulose fibers extracted from root vegetables. Curran is available in paste, slurry, and powder forms, and is used in various applications, including paints and coatings, paper, food, personal care, home care, cosmetics, concrete, and composites. CelluComp distributes its products across several regions, including the United Kingdom, Germany, the Netherlands, Poland, France, Spain, Portugal, the Middle East, and the United Arab Emirates. Founded in 2004, CelluComp focuses on sustainable resources, aiming to provide innovative solutions that reduce reliance on hydrocarbon feedstocks while offering cost-effective products for its clients.

BioAmber is a private US company registered in the state of Delaware. The company, formerly known as DNP Green Technology, changed its name to BioAmber following its acquisition of its joint venture with ARD. Following the transaction, they adopted the name BioAmber, which had been used to that point by the joint venture.

BioAmber is a private US company registered in the state of Delaware. The company, formerly known as DNP Green Technology, changed its name to BioAmber following its acquisition of its joint venture with ARD. Following the transaction, they adopted the name BioAmber, which had been used to that point by the joint venture.