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Micro Harvest

Transforming microorganisms into sustainable protein to build a resilient food future.

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MicroHarvest develops sustainable protein ingredients through biomass fermentation, harnessing the power of microorganisms to create high-quality protein. Their technology produces protein in just 24 hours using natural fermentation processes similar to brewing beer or making yogurt, making it the world's fastest protein production method.

The company was founded with the ambition to champion nutritious, sustainable protein and build a resilient food system for tomorrow while driving impact today. They recognized that with global protein demand expected to increase 50% by 2050, current sourcing methods are harming the planet while alternative proteins often struggle to be both highly nutritious and scalable.

MicroHarvest addresses the critical challenge of feeding a growing global population while protecting the environment. Their fermentation process operates independently of soil quality or climate, runs 24/7 anywhere in the world, and requires only a fraction of the water and land compared to traditional protein production. By cutting CO₂ emissions by over 95%, they are building sustainable solutions that can meet today's nutritional demands while ensuring food security for future generations.

Key benefits

  • Sustainable Protein Production

    Delivers protein using microorganisms that require less water and land.

  • Fast Production Time

    Produces protein in just 24 hours.

  • Low Environmental Impact

    Reduces CO₂ emissions by over 95%.

Impact model

MicroHarvest's business model creates impact by replacing environmentally harmful traditional protein production methods with sustainable fermentation technology that uses microorganisms as efficient protein factories. Their process operates independently of climate and soil conditions, enabling consistent protein production anywhere in the world while using significantly fewer natural resources.

The company delivers measurable environmental outcomes by cutting CO₂ emissions by over 95% compared to conventional protein production methods. Their technology requires only a fraction of the water and land resources typically needed for protein production, while providing the world's fastest protein manufacturing process at just 24 hours from raw materials to finished protein.

Impact metrics

95% reduction in CO₂ emissions compared to conventional protein production, 24-hour production cycle making it the world's fastest protein production method, uses only a fraction of water and land compared to traditional methods

Frequently asked questions

What does Micro Harvest do?
MicroHarvest develops sustainable protein ingredients through biomass fermentation, harnessing the power of microorganisms to create high-quality protein. Their technology produces protein in just 24 hours using natural fermentation processes similar to brewing beer or making yogurt, making it the world's fastest protein production method. The company was founded with the ambition to champion…
Where is Micro Harvest based?
Micro Harvest is based in Germany.
What sector does Micro Harvest operate in?
Micro Harvest operates in the Climate Tech sector.
Who has invested in Micro Harvest?
Published funders on Causeartist include Astanor Ventures.

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