WasteX provides small-scale carbonization technology that converts biomass waste into biochar, enhancing soil health and reducing fertilizer use by up to 50%. This solution enables farmers and agricultural producers in Southeast Asia and India to increase crop yields and generate additional income while lowering carbon emissions.
Funding
$980K 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
Farmers in Southeast Asia and India face challenges in managing agricultural waste, leading to environmental issues and reduced soil fertility. Traditional methods of waste disposal, such as burning, contribute to air pollution and greenhouse gas emissions. Reliance on chemical fertilizers further degrades soil health and increases input costs for farmers.
Solution
WasteX provides a small-scale carbonization technology that converts biomass waste into biochar, offering farmers a sustainable solution to waste management while improving soil health. The WasteX carbonizer is designed for affordability, automation, and optimal performance, enabling on-site biochar production from agricultural waste. By incorporating biochar into farming practices, farmers can reduce their dependence on chemical fertilizers, lower carbon emissions, and enhance crop yields. The company delivers and implements the complete solution, ensuring maximum results for its customers.
Target Audience
WasteX primarily serves crop farms, livestock farms, integrated agri companies, fertilizer producers, and factories and mills in Southeast Asia, India, and beyond.
Features
- Small-scale carbonizer for on-site biochar production
- Converts biomass waste, such as rice husk and poultry litter, into biochar
- Biochar application reduces fertilizer use by up to 50%
- Biochar increases crop yields by up to 95% in trials (rice, sweet potato, cacao, corn)
- Biochar used as a bedding additive reduces chicken mortality rate by 25% and E. coli presence by 99% in poultry farms
- Guarantees carbon credits for biochar production and application
- Proprietary equipment ensures smokeless and energy-efficient operation