Spiritus Technologies develops direct air capture (DAC) technology utilizing novel sorbent material and process innovation to achieve carbon removal below $100 per ton. Their modular, low-temperature DAC system significantly reduces operational and capital expenditures for high-durability atmospheric carbon removal. The company also offers Orchard Power, providing net-zero energy generation comparable in price to solar and batteries by integrating low-cost DAC with waste heat sources.
Funding
$25.1M 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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Problem
The increasing concentration of atmospheric carbon dioxide (CO2) is a primary driver of climate change, necessitating scalable and cost-effective carbon removal technologies to mitigate its harmful effects. Existing direct air capture (DAC) methods often suffer from high energy consumption and operational costs, hindering widespread deployment.
Solution
Spiritus provides direct-air capture (DAC) technology designed for efficient and scalable removal of CO2 from the atmosphere. Their approach combines a novel solid sorbent material with a low-temperature desorption process, significantly reducing energy consumption compared to conventional temperature vacuum swing adsorption (TVSA) methods. The modular design facilitates rapid scaling and integration with renewable energy sources, enabling cost-effective carbon removal at megaton scale. Real-time monitoring and verification provide transparency and ensure the measurable impact of carbon removal efforts.
Target Audience
The primary target audience includes organizations seeking high-quality carbon removal solutions, such as companies aiming to offset their carbon emissions, governments implementing climate policies, and investors focused on sustainable technologies.
Features
- Novel solid sorbent material for efficient CO2 adsorption under passive DAC conditions
- Low-temperature desorption process that reduces energy usage by more than half compared to current methods
- Modular design for rapid scale-up and deployment
- Compatibility with renewable energy sources to minimize carbon footprint
- Real-time monitoring and verification for transparent and measurable carbon removal
- Rapid sorption and desorption rates