Neutura Co-Founders Laksamana Sakti (L) and Refi Reyhandi Mahardhika
Neutura, a Jakarta-headquartered carbon removal startup, has secured an undisclosed amount in angel funding for its two biochar projects in 2024.
The names of the investors remain undisclosed.
The announcement was made during the COP28 event in Dubai.
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Founded in 2023, Neutura harnesses the untapped potential of agri-waste to leverage carbon opportunities.
Trees and plants, as biomass, naturally absorb CO2 through photosynthesis yet release it into the atmosphere upon decomposition. Neutura’s mission is to intercept these CO2 emissions by transforming biomass into biochar via pyrolysis, effectively sequestering carbon and preventing its release into the atmosphere.
Biochar is a carbon-rich charcoal produced through pyrolysis. Beyond soil enrichment, it enhances water retention, soil structure, and crop health, reducing reliance on chemical fertilisers for sustainable agriculture.
Neutura biochar serves as a long-lasting carbon-stable material capable of locking carbon for generations. It’s versatile, catering to soil enhancement and construction needs, all while generating carbon credits as an added value.
“We see agricultural waste not as a problem but as a potent solution,” said Laksamana Sakti (Alif), Co-Founder of Neutura. “By converting this waste into biochar, we are tackling multiple challenges–reducing GHG emissions, improving soil health, and creating sustainable farming practices.”
Neutura’s projects aim to transform agricultural waste into valuable resources and reshape the carbon removal landscape by focusing on sustainable waste management in Southeast Asia and Southern Europe.
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Neutura’s biochar benefits extend beyond farming, finding uses in metallurgy and cement and improving material properties while reducing environmental impact. The vision is to integrate biochar across industries for a greener planet.
With energy-efficient pyrolysis technology integrated into factories, Neutura’s projects follow a robust, scalable model. It aims for long-term profitability through biochar sales and carbon removal credit generation.
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