climat-crop

ClimateCrop is an agritech company that develops gene-editing technology designed to improve the photosynthetic efficiency of vascular plants. By utilizing a non-GMO, precisely targeted gene edit, the company enables plants to increase daily starch storage in their leaves. This approach allows crops and trees to harness more energy, which can then be converted into higher yields of biomass or fruit, while simultaneously improving the plants' resilience to environmental stresses such as heat waves and drought. The technology aims to enhance production across various sectors, including food commodities, animal feed, fiber, and biofuels, without requiring farmers to adopt new agricultural practices or equipment.

The company's solutions are intended to help address global food security challenges and improve carbon sequestration. By enabling plants to perform more efficiently, ClimateCrop's technology seeks to reduce the strain on essential agricultural resources like water, land, and nutrients. Founded in 2021 and headquartered in Israel, the company has participated in multiple funding rounds and programs, including support from investors such as SOSV and IndieBio, to further develop its applications for a wide range of crop species.