Locoal employs Intelligent Modular Biomass Conversion (iMBC) technology to generate renewable energy and produce high-quality biochar while capturing carbon emissions. This approach addresses greenhouse gas emissions and waste diversion by converting various biomass feedstocks into clean energy and carbon credits, enhancing agricultural productivity and sustainability.
Funding
$8.6M 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.
Founders
Product
Problem
The accumulation of biomass waste from agriculture, forestry, and other industries poses significant environmental and economic challenges. Traditional disposal methods like incineration contribute to greenhouse gas emissions and air pollution, while the potential for renewable energy generation and carbon sequestration remains untapped.
Solution
Locoal provides an Intelligent Modular Biomass Conversion (iMBC) technology called RAINMAKER™ that transforms biomass waste into renewable energy and high-quality biochar. The portable system processes various biomass feedstocks, diverting waste from landfills and reducing greenhouse gas emissions. The self-learning processes optimize performance over time, generating clean energy and capturing carbon in the form of biochar, which can be used to improve soil health and increase agricultural productivity. The system also provides impact data reporting to streamline the process of selling carbon credits.
Target Audience
Locoal's primary customers include agricultural farms, arborists, retailers, and other commodity companies seeking sustainable waste management solutions and renewable energy generation.
Features
- Intelligent Modular Biomass Conversion (iMBC) technology
- Portable and easily transportable system
- Processes a variety of biomass feedstocks
- Generates renewable energy and high-quality biochar
- Captures carbon emissions
- Equipped with self-learning processes to optimize performance
- Provides impact data reporting for carbon credit verification
- Complete system control and impact data accessible from any device