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Solugen: Decarbonising the Chemicals Industry
Jan 14, 2025
Gaurab Chakrabarti, Co-founder and CEO of Solugen, is on a mission to transform the $6 trillion chemicals industry with sustainable practices. He shares how a DIY reactor evolved into a groundbreaking company that mixes biology with machine learning. Discover the innovative ‘Bioforges’ that promise localized, efficient production, and learn about the vital role chemicals play in our lives. Gaurab discusses the challenges of disrupting traditional methods and the importance of strategic adaptability in fostering a cleaner, decarbonized future.
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- Solugen is transforming chemical production by integrating biological processes to achieve unprecedented efficiencies and reduced emissions.
- The company's innovative approach not only aims for environmental benefits but also seeks to create economic opportunities through localized production hubs.
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Decarbonizing the Chemical Industry
The chemicals industry is responsible for significant greenhouse gas emissions, contributing to about 30% of industrial emissions and 6% of total global emissions. Aiming to reverse this trend, Solygen seeks to decarbonize chemical production by applying natural processes observed in biology to industrial settings. By taking lessons from cancer biology and the human body, Solygen plans to develop low-carbon, and potentially carbon-negative, products, striving for efficiencies that exceed traditional chemical manufacturing processes. This innovative approach promises not only environmental benefits but also enhanced profitability by transforming the industry's foundational practices.
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