DTU Earthbound

DTU Earthbound is a collaborative initiative of scientists, students, and entrepreneurs focused on transforming deep tech science into impactful startups aimed at combating climate change. Operating within the agriculture and bioengineering sectors, the organization supports projects that have the potential to significantly contribute to a sustainable transition. By leveraging scientific inventions, DTU Earthbound addresses critical challenges such as reducing the climate impact of crop production and phasing out chemical fungicides. The business model involves nurturing science-based projects with startup ambitions, providing a platform for proven entrepreneurs to develop these innovations. Revenue is generated through the commercialization of these scientific solutions, which are designed to enhance agricultural resilience and reduce emissions. The organization primarily serves the agricultural sector, offering solutions that enable on-demand fertilizer production and reduce transportation emissions. Key projects include Mycoverse, a biological discovery platform, and Nitrofix Solutions, which focuses on decarbonizing nitrogen-based fertilizer production.

Keywords: deep tech, climate change, agriculture, bioengineering, startups, sustainability, crop production, fungicides, fertilizer, emissions.