Biome Raises Rs. 4 cr Seed Fund to Cut Agri-waste

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Highlights

• Converts agri-residue into wooden
• Reduces burning of agri-waste
• Gained traction amongst establishments
• Plant in Haryana makes use of 7,500 ton of waste yearly

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The funding will assist analysis and product growth to enhance materials efficiency, broaden market attain throughout institutional and company areas, and construct strategic partnerships in manufacturing, analysis, and distribution.

This marks a key step because the startup strikes towards commercialization and large-scale adoption.

Based in 2024 by Sumeet Popli, Biome focuses on changing agricultural residue into engineered wooden and furniture-grade supplies. These merchandise function eco-friendly alternate options to timber and plastic-based building supplies.

By using farm waste typically burned after harvest, the corporate addresses crucial points reminiscent of stubble burning, deforestation, excessive carbon emissions, and rural revenue instability.

Manufacturing Mannequin

Biome’s manufacturing mannequin delivers sturdy environmental and social influence by decreasing tree chopping, reducing emissions, and producing further revenue for rural communities.

Its straw-based boards are non-toxic, low-emission, and appropriate for indoor use, making them a viable different to traditional supplies.

Regardless of being an early-stage startup, Biome has gained traction throughout institutional campuses, company workplaces, and sustainability-focused occasions, reflecting rising demand for eco-friendly building options in India.

The startup has acquired assist from Authorities of India initiatives, together with the Startup India Seed Fund Scheme, DST NIDHI PRAYAS, and Rashtriya Krishi Vikas Yojana (RAFTAAR).

It has additionally earned recognition reminiscent of a nomination for the Earthshot Prize 2026 and Greatest Rising Innovation 2025 by CII.

Biome is incubated at main platforms like DTU Innovation and Incubation Basis, a-IDEA NAARM, Atal Incubation Centre – CCMB, and BIRAC-BioNEST, and collaborates with organizations together with Centre for Accountable Enterprise, TechnoServe, and J-PAL.

With a producing unit in Haryana able to processing over 7,500 tonnes of agricultural residue yearly, Biome is well-positioned to profit from rising world demand, stricter environmental laws, and rising give attention to sustainable, round financial system options.