Seeking food production partners

Innovative Israeli company specializing in transforming food waste into high-value biomaterials. The process involves the collection of food waste, mainly from commercial and industrial sources. The waste is separated, grounded and fermented using proprietary microorganisms to produce lactic acid. This lactic acid is then purified and can be used to produce bioplastics, especially polylactic acid (PLA), which is a sustainable alternative to conventional fossil fuel based plastics.

The company plans to build and operate a new production facility in Lombardy, expressing the need to be located near food producers.
The company has requested support from the Invest in Lombardy team to find a partner interested in contributing to the project, either as a supplier of the required food waste or as a co-investor in the plant to be developed.

The technology works through a proprietary fermentation process that transforms food waste into lactic acid. Here’s how it works in detail:
1. Food waste collection: The company collects food waste from commercial and industrial sources, such as supermarkets and food processing plants.
2. Separation and grinding: The waste is separated and ground into a mush, ready for fermentation.
3. Fermentation: Using proprietary microorganisms, the food waste is fermented to produce lactic acid. This process is highly efficient and can convert a variety of food waste streams.
4. Purification: The lactic acid is then purified through a proprietary process to obtain a clean, high-quality product.
5. Bioplastic production: The purified lactic acid can be used to produce bioplastics, in particular polylactic acid (PLA), which is a sustainable alternative to conventional plastics made from fossil fuels.
6. Emission reduction: This process not only reduces food waste but also helps lower CO2 emissions, promoting a circular economy.