Climate entrepreneur
Woodoo
Woodoo transforms low-grade, climate-impacted wood into a high-performance composite material called STACK, which is up to seven times stronger than concrete and emits 90% fewer carbon emissions than traditional building materials. This technology provides a sustainable alternative for construction, addressing the industry's need for durable, low-carbon solutions in both structural and cladding applications.
- Clean Technology
- Construction Technology
- New Materials
Updated 23 months ago
Funding
Raised to date
$44.8MRaised 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.
Funding rounds are not available yet.
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Problem
The construction industry faces increasing pressure to adopt sustainable practices and reduce its carbon footprint, while still requiring durable and cost-effective materials. Traditional building materials like concrete and steel are carbon-intensive and contribute significantly to greenhouse gas emissions. Furthermore, the industry needs alternatives that can utilize low-grade wood, often impacted by climate change and dieback, which is otherwise underutilized.
Solution
Woodoo provides a sustainable alternative to conventional construction materials with STACK, a high-performance composite material engineered from low-grade wood. STACK offers comparable or superior strength to concrete, with a significantly reduced carbon footprint. By transforming underutilized wood resources into a durable and versatile building material, Woodoo addresses the environmental concerns of the construction industry while providing a cost-competitive solution. STACK is available in facade and structure formats, suitable for cladding, siding, columns, and beams.
Target Audience
Woodoo's primary customers include architects, real estate developers, general contractors, and public authorities seeking sustainable, durable, and cost-effective building materials.
Features
- Engineered wood composite material made from low-grade, climate-impacted wood
- Up to seven times stronger than concrete in structural applications
- Offers up to 90% reduction in carbon emissions compared to traditional building materials
- High resistance to weather, UV exposure, scratches, dents, fungi, insects, and moisture
- Dimensionally stable with minimal fading or discoloration over time
- Compatible with existing wood and aluminum fastener systems for easy integration
- Available as facade cladding and structural components
- Offers comparable or lower costs than aluminum and concrete