Light recipes for better yields in agriculture, horticulture and microalgae production.

Problem: Climate change and a growing global population are putting immense pressure on agriculture to become more efficient and productive. Current methods for managing light rely heavily on artificial lighting and shading, resulting in significant energy costs and inefficiencies. This is particularly challenging in industries like microalgae cultivation, where operational costs can be too high for profitability.

Solution: SolarFoil develops light-converting materials that can harness sunlight for more efficient plant growth. Our spectral conversion technology transforms unused sunlight into wavelengths better suited for photosynthesis, enhancing crop yield using naturally available sunlight and increasing productivity at no extra energy cost. This approach provides a more sustainable alternative to traditional methods that waste precious energy. 

USP: SolarFoil’s expertise in developing and tuning nanomaterials to achieve desired optical properties sets us apart. By working closely with end-users, we combine our expertise to develop customized light recipes that maximize efficiency for their specific applications, ensuring tailored solutions for diverse agricultural needs.

Markets: Agriculture, Greenhouse Horticulture, Microalgae Cultivation

Founded: 2022
Location: Amsterdam
Stage: Pre-Seed

Arnon Lesage, Jasmin Fisher, Yingying Tang