Zeofertil

ZeoFertil is a Brazilian startup founded in 2020 that develops technological solutions to transform industrial waste into high-performance smart fertilizers. The company specializes in R&D and innovation projects for industries that generate residues rich in silicon and aluminum, such as coal ash, rice husk ash, and mining waste. By applying technical analysis and physical-chemical characterization, ZeoFertil converts these materials into smart agricultural products that feature slow and controlled nutrient release, enhanced water retention, and the ability to immobilize heavy metals in the soil. Their approach emphasizes the circular economy and environmental sustainability by mitigating greenhouse gas emissions and reducing industrial environmental liabilities.

This technology provides significant value to the agricultural sector and industrial partners by improving soil health and crop resilience against environmental stresses like drought. The products act as soil conditioners that minimize nutrient loss, reduce the need for repeated fertilizer applications, and help capture ammonia to mitigate emissions. ZeoFertil operates through custom R&D service models, helping industries manage their waste streams at the source while creating valuable, compliant, and scalable products. The startup has received recognition for its innovation in the agtech and environmental engineering sectors, participating in various global startup programs and competitions to further validate and scale its technologies.