Impact Loop highlights Forbion BioEconomy-backed Genomines in feature on the rise of biomining
Impact Loop’s article “European VCs are bullish on biomining tech. Here are five startups to watch” highlights the growing investor interest in biomining technologies that use biological systems to sustainably extract and recover critical minerals essential for the energy transition. The article features Genomines, a Forbion BioEconomy portfolio company developing a novel phytomining platform that uses engineered plants to extract nickel from low-grade soils, creating a more sustainable alternative to conventional mining methods.
The article references a recently published biomining white paper co-authored by Forbion BioEconomy and other leading climate and deep tech investors, which outlines the significant opportunity for biological approaches to help address critical mineral supply challenges. As demand for battery materials and other strategic resources continues to accelerate, innovative companies such as Genomines are demonstrating how biotechnology can unlock new, scalable and environmentally responsible sources of critical minerals for the global clean energy transition.
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