Newlight Technologies has developed a groundbreaking biomaterial known as AirCarbon, which is created by harnessing microorganisms to convert greenhouse gases, specifically CO2e, into a sustainable resource. This innovative process mimics natural systems, where organisms in various ecosystems, such as oceans and rainforests, utilize carbon to produce valuable materials. AirCarbon is designed to be a high-performance alternative to traditional plastics, fibers, and leathers, and is characterized by its compostability, carbon-negative properties, and FDA approval. The company aims to address environmental challenges, such as plastic pollution and climate change, by integrating AirCarbon into supply chains, thereby reducing the carbon footprint of everyday products.

The production of AirCarbon is facilitated through a series of advancements in biotechnological processes, including the design of reactors and biocatalysts that optimize the efficiency of the microorganisms involved. Newlight's Eagle 3 system represents a significant milestone as the world's first fully-integrated commercial-scale production facility for this biomaterial. By utilizing renewable energy and innovative techniques, the Eagle 3 system not only produces AirCarbon but also actively reduces carbon emissions, contributing to a more sustainable future. Through these efforts, Newlight Technologies is committed to creating materials that not only serve practical purposes but also promote environmental regeneration.

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Newlight has developed a carbon capture technology that pulls carbon out of greenhouse gas and uses that carbon to produce a bioplastic material calledAirCarbon™: a naturally-occurring material that can match the performance of oil-based plastics and out-compete on price.

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