Phykos is an ocean carbon dioxide removal company based in Oakland, California. They focus on amplifying natural marine carbon cycles to remove excess atmospheric CO2 at a climate-relevant scale. Their primary method involves cultivating seaweed and sinking it deep in the ocean, mimicking a natural carbon sequestration process to stabilize the climate.
The company aims to safely isolate 1 gigatonne of carbon per year in the deep ocean for generations to come. Phykos has gained recognition for its innovative approach, being featured in publications like FastCo and joining Ocean Visions' Launchpad Program to advance ocean carbon dioxide removal technologies.
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Quick Facts
What organizations are similar to Phykos?
Organizations similar to Phykos include Banyu Carbon, Ocean-based Climate Solutions, Ebb Carbon and Planetary.
When was Phykos founded?
Phykos was founded in 2020.
Where is Phykos' headquarters located?
Phykos' headquarters is located in Oakland, CA, US.
How many employees does Phykos have?
Phykos has 4 employees as of Feb 4, 2024.
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- Customer
- Main Product
- Tags
- Also Known As
- Phykos PBC
- Headquarters
- Oakland, 94610, California, USA
- NAICS
- 813000Religious, Grantmaking, Civic, Professional, and Similar Organizations
- 813300Social Advocacy Organizations
- 813310Social Advocacy Organizations
- 813312Environment, Conservation and Wildlife Organizations
- 810000Other Services (except Public Administration)
- SIC
- 8390Social Services, Not Elsewhere Classified
- 8300Social Services
- 8399Social Services, Not Elsewhere Classified
- Industry
- —Climate Change Organizations
- —Environmental Organizations
- YCOMBINATOR-INDUSTRY
- —carbon-capture-and-removal
- —climate
