BugEra
Insect Biotechnology
Startup Pre-Seed Agriculture & Food Technologies Est. 2020
Total Raised
Undisclosed
Pre-Seed
Last Round
Undisclosed
2 rounds
Investors
3
3 public
Team
3
1-10 employees
Confidence
90/100
News
5
articles
About
BugEra is a biotechnology company focused on enhancing the capabilities of the Black Soldier Fly (BSF) through genetic engineering. By developing specialized strains, such as BSFx2, the company aims to increase oil production in BSF larvae, offering a renewable lipid source that can be utilized in biofuels, including biodiesel, renewable diesel, and sustainable aviation fuel. BugEra’s work addresses challenges in organic waste management and renewable energy by converting waste into usable materials, contributing to circular economy practices and reducing greenhouse gas emissions. The company collaborates with biofuel producers to integrate its solutions into existing systems, advancing sustainable practices in the energy sector.
Classification
Sector
Energy TechEnergy Production & SourcesClimate TechEnergy TransitionClean Energy GenerationClean Industry Tech Sustainable Materials & CircularityAgriculture & Food TechnologiesAg TechGenetics & Input
Core Technology
BiologicalsGenes
Target Customer
Agriculture & FoodLivestockInsectsEnergy, Utilities & Waste ManagementWaste Treatment, Environmental Services & Recycling
Business Model
B2B2CB2B
Tags
pesticidesenergytechbiofuelclimate-techagtechwaste-techwaste-to-energybiotechnologygenetic-engineeringinsectswaste-management
Funding & Events
Feb 2022
Pre-Seed Undisclosed
Milltrust International Group, JBI Equity , Audacy Ventures
Feb 2021
Non-equity Undisclosed
News (5)
Oct 15, 2024 · www.feedandadditive.com
growth-positive
Alternative Proteins Magazine - October 2024 Issue 4
Oct 10, 2024 · www.betabugs.uk
growth-positive
Beta Buzz #5 - Beta Bugs
Aug 31, 2023 · www.betabugs.uk
growth-positive
Beta Buzz - The Science Edition - Beta Bugs
Aug 11, 2023 · www.nature.com
growth-positive
CRISPR upgrades insect proteins for feed - Nature Biotechnology
Dec 28, 2022 · www.i24news.tv
https://www.i24news.tv/en/news/israel/technology-science/1672226993-israeli-researchers-turn-bugs-into-fertilizer-and-biodiesel
Details
Product Stage
Customer Development
Employees
1-10
Exact Count
8
District
South District
Founded
2020
Registrar
516465077
Locations
David Ben Gurion Blvd 1, Be'er Sheva, Israel
Links
Website
LinkedIn
Admin
Last Update
Dec 18, 2024
Verified by
Yanina Wainscheinker
Claimed
Yes
Missing
markets, not claimed
Team (3)
Yoav Etgar
Co-founder & CEO
Founder
Yehonatan Alcalay
CTO
Yoav Shavit
Associate Administration & Operation
Internal
Created by
Roxanne Sluszny (roxanne.sluszny@sncentral.org)
Created
2021-05-27T00:00:00.000Z
Last editor
Ortal Wein (ortalw@sncentral.org)