We are thrilled to announce the remarkable achievements of our investment portfolio company, Plantd, as they continue to revolutionize the construction industry with their sustainable building materials. Plantd has been featured in the renowned publication Pro Builder, showcasing their innovative approach to developing carbon-negative structural panels made from renewable grass.
Plantd's Carbon-Negative Structural Panels: Pioneering Sustainable Construction Solutions
Plantd is leading the way in sustainable construction with their cutting-edge structural panels made from perennial grass. By harnessing the power of nature and employing their modular, automated "factory of the future," Plantd aims to outperform traditional wood-based materials in terms of cost, carbon removal, and performance.
The panel's composition is simple yet effective, comprising renewable grass and a minimal amount of resin. This creates a low-VOC (volatile organic compound) product with fewer chemical additives compared to conventional alternatives. Plantd's panels are not only carbon-negative but also competitively priced in the market, challenging the notion that energy-efficient products come with a premium.
Plantd's Vision for a Sustainable Future
Plantd's factory of the future is designed to be automated, 100% electric, and capable of producing multiple products. By utilizing the rapid growth rates of grass farming and adopting a near-zero waste production process, Plantd estimates that it can achieve the same material output as wood OSB while utilizing just a fraction of the land.
Moreover, unlike invasive bamboo, the grass used by Plantd has non-spreading roots and is easily mechanically harvested. In partnership with local farmers in North Carolina, Plantd plans to transition their tobacco crops to economically and environmentally sustainable grass farming.
Expanding Horizons: Plantd's Future Endeavors
With their success in developing structural panels, Plantd aims to expand into other product categories, including sub-flooring and two-by-fours. Their vision for a fully electric and innovative "factory of the future" is currently in development, showcasing their dedication to advancing sustainable construction practices.
We are immensely proud of Plantd's accomplishments and look forward to supporting their continued efforts in driving positive environmental change through their groundbreaking solutions. Congratulations to the entire Plantd team on this remarkable achievement!
To learn more about Plantd and their innovative grass-based structural panels, read the full article in Pro Builder: https://www.probuilder.com/utopia/sustainable-structural-panels-made-from-grass
