CEO & Co-founder
Since Jul 2022 · 4 yrs 4 mos
Profile summary: Tesla Global Supply Manager
altM
altM is an alternate materials company that engineers agricultural residues and industrial bio-waste into purpose-built chemicals, materials, and energy. The company produces thermoset binders, silica, rheology modifiers, and cellulosic pulp under its altMorph product line, enabling customers to build low-carbon-footprint product lines across packaging, textiles, and pharmaceutical industries.
- New Materials
- Clean Technology
- Chemical Technology
- Biotechnology
Updated 2 days ago
Funding
Raised to date
$14.1MRaised to date based on public sources. This may differ from the amount the company actually raised and is based only on what is publicly available on the internet.
across 2 rounds
MGMGNMO+6$10.3M · Series A
Announced Nov 2026 · from article date
Disclosed cumulative: $13.8M
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Product
Problem
Many industries rely on traditional materials derived from unsustainable resources, contributing to high carbon footprints and environmental degradation. Companies seek eco-friendly alternatives to reduce their reliance on these materials and minimize their impact on the environment.
Solution
altM converts lignocellulosic agricultural residues and industrial bio-residues into scalable bio-chemicals and biomaterials, offering sustainable substitutes for conventional materials. These bio-based alternatives can be used in various industries, including packaging, textiles, and pharmaceuticals. By utilizing waste biomass, altM enables companies to decrease their carbon footprint and transition to more sustainable supply chains. The resulting materials can be used as thermoset binders, silica, rheology modifiers, and cellulosic pulp.
Target Audience
Manufacturers and formulators in beauty and personal care, textiles, industrial chemicals, construction, packaging and consumer goods seeking bio-based alternatives to fossil-derived ingredients.
Features
- Conversion of lignocellulosic agricultural residues and industrial bio-residues into bio-chemicals, biomaterials, and energy
- Production of thermoset binders for composite and adhesive applications
- Production of silica from agricultural waste for industrial use
- Production of rheology modifiers for viscosity control in various formulations
- Production of cellulosic pulp as a sustainable fiber source
- Product line branding under the "altMorph" name, localized across multiple languages