Genomines
Genomines uses phytoextraction, in which plants absorb heavy metals, to produce plant-sourced battery-grade nickel for refiners and battery manufacturers.
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Genomines uses phytoextraction, in which plants absorb heavy metals, to produce plant-sourced battery-grade nickel for refiners and battery manufacturers.
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Genomines accelerates mineral production by deploying metal farms in one to two years, utilizing previously undeveloped soils.
Genomines uses hyperaccumulator plants and genomics to extract critical minerals sustainably and at scale.
A Genomines co-founder won the top prize at the world’s largest impact event for promoting plant-based metal extraction.
Genomines combines plant science and genomics to transform mineral extraction.
Genomines pioneers sustainable mineral extraction using hyperaccumulator plants, harnessing genomics to mine critical metals from soil, above ground and at scale.
Fabien Koutchekian and Dali Rashid develop nickel-producing plants as a sustainable alternative to mining. Their approach leverages botanical science to create a low-carbon extraction method. The technology targets industries reliant on nickel for batteries and stainless steel production.
Sep 2025Dare, HEC Media HubNews article
A startup cultivates metals through agricultural methods as an alternative to traditional mining. The approach aims to reduce environmental impacts by bypassing resource extraction from the earth. The company focuses on sustainable production techniques for metals, leveraging controlled farming environments.
Sep 2025ForbesNews article
Genomines secures **$45 million in Series A funding** to develop genetically modified plants capable of producing **battery-grade nickel**, a key material for electric vehicle batteries. The approach aims to reduce environmental harm linked to traditional nickel mining. The company plans to scale its biotech-based extraction method as demand for sustainable battery materials grows.
Sep 2025AgFunderNewsNews article
Genomines secures **$45 million in Series A funding** to advance its plant-based nickel extraction technology. The company aims to disrupt traditional metal mining by developing sustainable alternatives for battery-grade nickel. This innovation targets the growing demand for eco-friendly materials in electric vehicle production.
Sep 2025Business WireNews article