Our technology
We've engineered a microorganism to produce a biological solution that dissolves ultramafic (magnesium-rich) tailings, outperforming pure organic acid by more than 5×. The key isn't just acidity. Our biolixiviant contains a mix of chelators, redox molecules, and organic acids that work together to break down mineral structures at unprecedented speed.
Extraction happens in hours, not years. Critical metals like nickel, cobalt, and platinum-group elements (PGEs) are recovered from solution, while dissolved magnesium reacts with CO₂ to form stable mineral carbonate. One process, two outputs: metals and permanent carbon storage.