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Date of Foundation
2023

Phycoloop

Revolutionizing Waste Management with Algae

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The Idea origin story

PhycoLoop is revolutionizing waste management by converting organic waste into sustainable resources through algae-based systems. Our initiative encourages individuals to cultivate algae, transforming it into biofertilizers or nutrient-rich compost. We are pioneering a path toward decreased dependence on artificial fertilizers, improved soil vitality, and a climate-centric resolution. PhycoLoop underlines the principles of circular economy, sustainability, and active community participation in promoting eco-friendly practices.

The Mission

"PhycoLoop: Transforming organic waste into valuable resources via algae, promoting soil health, sustainability & environmental stewardship."

Clients

Home gardeners, small-scale farmers, environmentally-conscious consumers, and organizations seeking sustainable waste management and soil enrichment solutions.

Problems we solve

Client’s problem

Your startup could solve issues related to organic waste management, reliance on synthetic fertilizers, soil health degradation. It can also stimulate community-based environmental initiatives and provide a sustainable alternative for plant nutrition.

Confirmation of problem

the large-scale use of synthetic fertilizers is degrading soil health, leading to unsustainable agriculture and increased carbon emissions.

Solution

PhycoLoop's solution involves the use of specially-engineered strains of algae that can convert organic waste into nutrient-rich biofertilizers

Our technologies

This solution is based on technologies

Biotechnology, AI for process automation, IoT for tracking & data analytics.

How it works

PhycoLoop offers an at-home algae cultivation system, enabling the production of biofertilizer or enhanced compost while reducing waste.

Value for the client

PhycoLoop offers a sustainable, cost-effective solution to turn waste into biofertilizers, promoting soil health and environmental stewardship.

Market and strategy

Market size

18 million

mln/year

We estimate the market size for which our solution is designed in monetary terms as follows

Market share goal

2

% of the market

Is our goal in the next 3 years

Team

My name’s

Abi Sudharsanam

My key role in the product

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Team size and key members

As founder, I handle all tasks, developed our technology and created the business model. Aiming to expand the team soon.

Competitors

Competitors

Apart from Seasol, Yates, and Richgro, other potential competitors might be traditional fertilizer manufacturers like Scotts Miracle-Gro or bio-tech companies that offer sustainable agriculture solutions like AlgEternal Technologies. It's also important to keep an eye on emerging startups in the agri-tech sector.

Our Advantages

PhycoLoop lets users cultivate algae at home and make biofertilizer. Excess algae can be sold back to us for rewards, aiding environmental conservation. It encourages public involvement in sustainable practices and offers potential income from biomass.

Business model

We earn through renting algae cultivation systems to consumers and reselling the excess biomass they produce in commercial markets. Incentives for consumers foster loyalty and participation.

Traction

Product potency outmatches commercial fertilizers like Seasol. Enhanced soil health and optimized seed priming backed by rigorous testing from the University of Newcastle demonstrates its potential.

If funds run out, Phycoloop aims to have a market foothold, partnered relationships and business model validation. The progress should attract further investment or revenues from initial sales for subsequent growth and emphasis on viable operations.

Metrics

The growth of algae biomass at home effectively contributes to environmental sustainability by significantly reducing carbon dioxide levels. This is verified through consistent, successful experimentations.

Incorporation

Our company incorporated in

Newcastle, NSW

Key risks

Risks include technology performance & adaptability, market acceptance, regulatory challenges, dependence on consistent waste supply, competitor innovations.

Investments

$

7500$

We raised investments

Our Investors

Incubators and Accelerators: These organizations provide startups with workspace, mentoring, training, and seed financing.

Rising Investments

$

200

Currently, we are raising investments

$

Pre-Investment Valuation = $1,000,000 / 0.20

Estimated pre-investment valuation of the company

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Additional information

Phycoloop creates sustainable agriculture with algae-based solutions. Our product lets people grow home algae for fertilizer, championing environmental conservation. We offer a buy-back incentive, fostering a circular economy beneficial for consumers and Earth.

Phycoloop
Idea
Date of Foundation
2023