Joost Van Laer

VC investor

8 past transactions

OroraTech

Series B in 2024
OroraTech is a global intelligence-as-a-service company focused on leveraging thermal data to promote sustainability. Established in 2018 and headquartered in Munich, Germany, with operations in Canada and Brazil, OroraTech has developed a comprehensive monitoring network that provides real-time situational awareness and risk alerts for wildfire detection. Their flagship product, the Wildfire Solution, utilizes high-resolution thermal data from a proprietary nanosatellite constellation and public space-based sensors, allowing for the detection of fires of any scale at any time. This innovative technology enables clients to access reliable data and first-in-class algorithms for effective wildfire detection and severe weather forecasting. With a team of over 100 experts, OroraTech is dedicated to providing advanced solutions that contribute to a sustainable future.

BioPrime AgriSolutions

Series A in 2024
BioPrime AgriSolutions specializes in developing innovative biological solutions for the agriculture sector. The company focuses on researching small molecules and microbes to create advanced agricultural products that address various challenges faced by farmers, such as climate change, pest resistance, and crop stress conditions. By employing a systems-biology approach that integrates plant physiology, biochemistry, ecology, and microbiome research, BioPrime aims to enhance soil health and restore ecosystems. Their products are designed to help farmers increase yields, reduce crop losses, and improve overall revenues, thereby transforming agricultural practices and the livelihoods of millions of farmers worldwide.

Toopi Organics

Series A in 2023
Toopi Organics SAS is a biotechnology company based in Langon, France, that specializes in the collection and upcycling of human urine to create biostimulants for agriculture. Founded in 2019, the company develops products like Arbop and Vitip, which support plant growth by serving as natural alternatives to chemical fertilizers. Toopi Organics employs microbiological technology to enhance and enrich human urine, providing an environmentally friendly solution for the agricultural community. By transforming waste into valuable resources, the company aims to offer economical and efficient options for sustainable farming practices.

CropX

Series C in 2023
CropX is an ag-analytics and IoT company that develops AI-driven, cloud-based software solutions aimed at enhancing agricultural productivity. Its platform integrates data from proprietary and third-party sources, enabling farmers to improve crop yields by up to 15% while significantly reducing water, pesticide, and fertilizer usage by up to 50% and 20%, respectively. The software combines advanced soil sensor technology with comprehensive agricultural information, facilitating efficient irrigation management and operational automation. Trusted by farmers globally, CropX has been deployed on over 5,000 farms across 70 countries. The company fosters partnerships with key industry players, including Reinke, Syngenta, PepsiCo, and John Deere, to streamline data sharing and enhance farming practices, promoting sustainable and profitable cultivation methods.

Soil Capital Belgium

Series A in 2023
Soil Capital supports farmers with transitioning from industrial to regenerative organic farming.

OroraTech

Series A in 2022
OroraTech is a global intelligence-as-a-service company focused on leveraging thermal data to promote sustainability. Established in 2018 and headquartered in Munich, Germany, with operations in Canada and Brazil, OroraTech has developed a comprehensive monitoring network that provides real-time situational awareness and risk alerts for wildfire detection. Their flagship product, the Wildfire Solution, utilizes high-resolution thermal data from a proprietary nanosatellite constellation and public space-based sensors, allowing for the detection of fires of any scale at any time. This innovative technology enables clients to access reliable data and first-in-class algorithms for effective wildfire detection and severe weather forecasting. With a team of over 100 experts, OroraTech is dedicated to providing advanced solutions that contribute to a sustainable future.

Klim

Seed Round in 2022
Klim enables farmers to transition to regenerative agriculture at scale by providing them financial support, knowledge, documentation tools, and a community via our digital companion for farmers. Klim-verified carbon removal credits, generated by Klim farmers, help companies to transition to net zero by offsetting their carbon emissions locally and with maximum impact and transparency.

Groundwork BioAg

Series B in 2022
Groundwork BioAg, based in Mazor, Israel, specializes in the development, manufacture, and commercialization of mycorrhizal inoculants designed for mainstream agriculture. These inoculants enhance the symbiotic relationship between plants and mycorrhizae, improving nutrient absorption and extending root systems, which in turn leads to higher crop yields. Groundwork BioAg's products not only help farmers achieve greater productivity but also promote sustainability by reducing the need for fertilizers and minimizing environmental impact. The company's innovative approach addresses critical challenges such as food security and climate change, making it a significant player in the bio-agriculture sector.
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