Solein® Single-Cell Protein
Food technology
Addressing the need for sustainable and efficient protein production to reduce environmental impact and promote food security.
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Solar Foods Oy (Solar Foods Ltd)
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Looking to expand internationally
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Awards and certifications
Singapore Novel Food Approval
Solein cleared for commercial food use.
Nasdaq Green Equity Designation
First Finnish company to receive this for sustainable environmental credentials.
Self-Affirmed GRAS Status in U.S.
Recognized as safe for food use under FDA guidelines.
Product description
Solein® Single-Cell Protein is a revolutionary green B2B solution that tackles the pressing issue of sustainable protein production. By fermenting carbon dioxide, hydrogen, mineral nutrients, and electricity with a proprietary microbe, Solein creates a versatile powder rich in protein, fats, carbohydrates, fiber, iron, and B vitamins. This innovative process not only extracts CO₂ from the air but also utilizes renewable electricity, significantly reducing the environmental footprint compared to traditional protein sources.
With the ability to produce protein without the need for agriculture inputs, Solein is a game-changer in the food industry. It requires only 0.1% of the land and 1% of the water used in beef production, while emitting just 1% of the greenhouse gases associated with beef. The approval of Solein as a novel food in Singapore and its recognition as Generally Recognized as Safe (GRAS) in the U.S. pave the way for its commercial applications in various food products.
Furthermore, Solein's production facilities are designed for scalability and climate independence, ensuring consistent high-quality nutrition for a wide range of food applications. Its versatility allows for use as a nutritional fortifier in dairy, meat alternatives, bakery items, beverages, and noodles, making it a valuable ingredient for global food manufacturers.
By partnering with industry leaders like Ajinomoto and testing recipes in popular foods such as mooncakes and ice cream, Solein demonstrates its adaptability and potential to transform the food market towards sustainability and resilience.
Key characteristics and environmental benefits
- Revolutionary protein production from single-cell fermentation
- Utilizes carbon dioxide, hydrogen, mineral nutrients, and electricity
- High protein content with fats, carbohydrates, fiber, iron, and B vitamins
- Minimal environmental impact compared to traditional protein sources
- Novel food approval in Singapore and GRAS status in the U.S.
- Scalable and climate-independent production facilities
- Versatile applications in dairy, meat alternatives, bakery, beverages, and noodles
- Potential to enter health & performance nutrition markets
- Partnerships with industry leaders for global food supply
- Contributes to sustainable food transformation and resilience
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