Tau Carbon captures atmospheric CO₂ by preserving dry wood, leveraging the natural carbon storage of trees without additional energy inputs. The company stores the wood in above‑ground, moisture‑controlled tanks, providing a low‑cost, long‑term sequestration solution that can be monitored directly. Revenue is generated by selling carbon removal credits to corporations and governments seeking verifiable, nature‑based climate mitigation.
Funding
Funding not disclosed
Founders
Product
Problem
Terrestrial biomass decomposition releases significant amounts of CO₂ into the atmosphere, contributing to climate change. Current carbon capture and storage methods often require substantial energy inputs or conversion processes, increasing costs and reliance on renewable energy infrastructure.
Solution
This startup employs a nature-driven CO₂ removal process by preventing the decomposition of terrestrial biomass through the long-term storage of dry wood. By keeping wood dry in aboveground tanks, the process avoids the release of CO₂ from decomposition. This method leverages the natural carbon capture capabilities of trees, offering a cost-effective and energy-efficient solution for carbon storage. The stored wood is easily accessible, simplifying monitoring, reporting, and verification (MRV) processes.
Target Audience
The primary target audience includes organizations and governments seeking cost-effective and scalable carbon removal solutions, as well as companies looking to offset their carbon emissions through nature-based approaches.
Features
- Aboveground dry wood storage in tanks to prevent decomposition and CO₂ release
- Leverages natural carbon capture by trees, eliminating the need for energy-intensive capture processes
- Simple monitoring, reporting, and verification (MRV) due to the accessibility of stored wood
- Durable carbon storage for hundreds or even thousands of years under dry conditions