Goterra utilizes modular, autonomous systems that employ insects to convert food waste into sustainable protein and fertilizer, directly at the source or at their facilities. This approach addresses the issue of food waste disposal by transforming it into high-value organic resources, thereby reducing landfill contributions and enhancing nutrient recycling.
Funding
$6.6M raised to dateRaised 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.
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Product
Problem
The disposal of food waste in landfills contributes to greenhouse gas emissions and the loss of valuable nutrients from the food chain. Traditional waste management logistics can be costly and environmentally impactful, particularly for businesses and municipalities seeking sustainable solutions. Existing composting methods may not efficiently recover nutrients or handle all types of food waste, including those with packaging.
Solution
Goterra provides an integrated waste management solution that uses modular, autonomous insect farms to convert food waste into sustainable protein and fertilizer. Their systems utilize black soldier fly larvae to rapidly consume organic waste, reducing landfill contributions and minimizing greenhouse gas emissions. The company's Modular Infrastructure for Biological Services (MIBs) can be deployed directly at the source of waste generation or at centralized facilities, integrating seamlessly into existing waste infrastructure. Byproducts from the insect farming process are processed into high-value protein for animal feed and soil enhancers, creating a closed-loop system that recovers nutrients and supports a circular economy.
Target Audience
Goterra's primary customers include food retailers, property managers, municipalities, and other organizations that generate significant volumes of organic waste and are seeking sustainable, cost-effective waste management solutions.
Features
- Modular and autonomous waste management units deployable on-site or at centralized facilities
- Bioconversion process using black soldier fly larvae to efficiently consume diverse food waste streams, including meat, citrus, and dairy
- Automated environmental controls and monitoring to optimize insect growth and waste processing
- Remote monitoring and data analytics for performance tracking and predictive maintenance
- Production of sustainable protein for animal feed, reducing reliance on traditional, resource-intensive sources
- Generation of soil enhancer, improving soil health and reducing the need for synthetic fertilizers
- Integration with existing waste management infrastructure, minimizing disruption to current operations
- Odorless and silent operation, suitable for deployment in urban environments