making HVO from waste canola grain in western australia
WA Canola Co plans to establish a Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil (HVO) production facility in Western Australia, capitalizing on abundant local canola supply and increasing market demand for renewable diesel, particularly within the mining sector. We aim to produce sustainable, high-quality fuel alternatives while significantly reducing environmental impacts.
At WA Canola Co, our mission is to convert locally-sourced canola into renewable diesel for a greener future and reduced carbon footprint.
Our client is the mining sector. to manufacture and supply high quality locally manufactured HVO produced from waste canola grain in Western Asutralia
reduces carbon footprint for companies using it as an alternative fuel source fuel source to diesel
The rising global concerns about climate change and the urgent need for cleaner, renewable sources of energy.
Our solution is producing high-quality, renewable HVO fuel from locally-sourced waste canola grain. This supports sustainability, reduces emissions and boosts the local economy.
PitchBob’s recommendation: We convert waste canola grain into diesel, using a multistep process involving oil extraction, refinement and hydrotreating.
PitchBob’s recommendation: Our customers can reduce emissions, save costs, improve sustainability and become environmentally responsible with our HVO fuel.
We estimate the market size for which our solution is designed in monetary terms as follows
Is our goal in the next 3 years
My key role in our startup is leading Research and Development. I'm diligently responsible for trials, testing, and strategizing robust scaling models.
In addition to external consultants, our team could greatly benefit from recruiting in-house talent like product managers, marketers, and data analysts.
Australia has significant HVO projects like BP's Kwinana project, which produces sustainable aviation fuel and renewable diesel. It also utilizes green hydrogen to enhance its biofuel production reflecting a global trend towards integrated sustainability in energy.
Our HVO biofuel, produced from canola grain, stands out for its high oil content and cleaner burning properties due to low sulfur and nitrogen levels. It enhances sustainability through efficient use of non-edible resources and supports local economies while significantly reducing greenhouse gases.
it would cost $1 to make and sold $1.76
lab scale trial
By leveraging government grants and incentives, we aim to further advance our company's growth and progress.
As we are in the R&D phase, our key metrics focus on energetic efficiency and production cost of HVO. We use benchmarking tools and monitor industry trends to optimize operations for a sustainable business model.
Our company incorporated in
Perth, western Australia
The main risks of our startup, WA Canola Co, are possible fluctuations in local canola supply due to climate conditions or industry changes, potential regulatory shifts impacting renewable energy initiatives and unpredictability of market demand for alternative fuel sources.
$
100000
We raised investments
equity funding
$
100000
Currently, we are raising investments
$
1000000
Estimated pre-investment valuation of the company
I'm seeking a co-founder for my startup, WA Canola Co, which plans to establish a renewable diesel production facility in Western Australia. We aim to maximize the use of locally-sourced waste canola grain by transforming it into Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil (HVO), thereby fostering sustainability and reducing carbon emissions in the local mining sector. The core responsibilities of the co-founder would include operational guidance, partnering in decision making, and crafting strategic plans for scalable growth. We desire someone who is passionate about renewable energy, has a firm grasp of the sustainability sector, and an entrepreneurial spirit that mirrors our mission of reducing environmental impacts and supporting local economies. Our startup is still at the idea stage, and we're in the process of building a strong team to propel us through the initial phases of our journey. We've identified potential competitors, and the co-founder's insights could be invaluable to fine-tuning our strategies and positioning the startup on the path to success.
Based on our WA Canola Co's profile, we are opening a new role and we welcome you to apply for it. The position that we are recruiting is a Product Manager. Your general tasks will involve the following: 1. Oversee the product lifecycle from ideation to completion. 2. Collaborate with the research and development team to better understand customer requirements and design product specifications accordingly. 3. Work hand-in-hand with marketing to efficiently launch the product. 4. Evaluate competitors and market trends to ensure our product remains competitive in the crowded market of renewable energy solutions. 5. Aid in developing proposals for government grants and incentives to further our project development. 6. Assess and respond to potential risks to the project, such as fluctuations in local canola supply, regulatory changes, and market demand unpredictability. 7. Use key metrics such as energetic efficiency and production cost of HVO to refine our product.
Our startup is a family-run business, taking pride in its roots with one partner of indigenous heritage.