What is Planetary?
Planetary is building the bioeconomy, together. At its core, it’s a full-stack fermentation platform designed to enable biomanufacturing at scale. Simply put, Planetary builds, owns, and operates a global network of fermentation facilities that produce bio-based products on a commercial scale. Their proprietary BioBlocks™ fermentation and AI platform is the secret sauce—scaling up, optimizing, and producing products with the best possible cost of goods sold (COGS) and sustainability footprint. It’s all about powering the bioeconomy with sustainable, large-scale bio-based production.
Main Benefits of Planetary’s Platform
Here’s what makes Planetary stand out:
- Global network of fermentation facilities for large-scale production
- BioBlocks™ platform combines fermentation with AI-driven monitoring and control
- Optimized production to reduce costs and environmental impact
- Focus on sustainable bio-based products, including foods and materials
- Partnerships with the sugar industry to valorize low-value side-streams
- Flexible bioprocesses turning waste into high-value products like mycoprotein
The Power of Microbial Fermentation
Microbial fermentation is at the heart of Planetary’s mission. It’s a game-changer in the world of alternative proteins and beyond. This natural process unlocks the potential to sustainably produce a wide variety of products—from food ingredients to textiles. By harnessing microbes, Planetary taps into a critical process within the bioeconomy that’s both innovative and eco-friendly. It’s not just about making products; it’s about rethinking how they’re made.
BioBlocks™: Innovation Meets Scale
The BioBlocks™ platform is where bioprocess innovation meets industrial scale. This proprietary technology integrates AI-coupled monitoring and control systems, allowing for real-time optimization of fermentation processes. The result? Efficient, scalable production that keeps costs low and sustainability high. BioBlocks™ isn’t just a tool; it’s the backbone of Planetary’s ability to deliver consistent, high-quality bio-based products to a diverse range of customers worldwide.
Collaborating with the Sugar Industry
Planetary is actively partnering with the sugar industry to create symbiotic valorization opportunities. What does that mean? They’re turning low-value side-streams—byproducts that might otherwise go to waste—into high-value bio-based products. This collaboration not only adds value to existing production streams but also supports a circular economy approach. It’s a win-win: reducing waste while producing sustainable ingredients like mycoprotein.
Planetary’s Impact on Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
- SDG 2: Zero Hunger – Producing sustainable food ingredients to support global nutrition
- SDG 9: Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure – Building advanced fermentation infrastructure
- SDG 12: Responsible Consumption and Production – Valorizing waste streams and optimizing resource use
- SDG 13: Climate Action – Reducing greenhouse gas emissions through sustainable biomanufacturing
- SDG 15: Life on Land – Minimizing land use impact by shifting to microbial fermentation
- SDG 6: Clean Water and Sanitation – Addressing water scarcity with efficient production methods
Planetary Health: A Vision for a Sustainable Future
Planetary’s ambition goes beyond just producing bio-based products. By harnessing microbial fermentation, the company aims to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, land use, and water scarcity. Their approach is about creating critical fermentation production infrastructure that supports a healthier planet. It’s a vision where innovation and sustainability walk hand in hand, shaping a future where bioeconomy solutions help tackle some of the world’s most pressing environmental challenges.
