
Bygen
Enabling low-cost activated carbon production for the betterment of people and the planet.
Bygen, founded in 2018 and headquartered in Melbourne, Australia, is an innovative company specializing in the production and supply of high-quality activated carbon. The company leverages its patented low-temperature activation (LTA) technology to produce activated carbon with a significantly reduced carbon footprint. Bygen's products are available in granular and powdered forms, making them suitable for a wide range of applications, including water treatment and food production. The company's mission is to establish scalable activated carbon production that not only meets industrial needs but also contributes to environmental sustainability by enabling large-scale, long-term carbon dioxide sequestration. Bygen serves a diverse clientele, primarily in the B2B sector, including industries focused on water purification, food processing, and environmental rehabilitation. The company operates in the climate tech market and has secured funding from leading investors such as Alberts Impact, Artesian, Breakthrough Victoria, and Investible. Bygen generates revenue through the sale of its activated carbon products and aims to expand into advanced materials derived from activated carbon in the future.
Keywords: activated carbon, carbon sequestration, low-temperature activation, water treatment, food production, environmental sustainability, B2B, climate tech, Melbourne, patented technology.