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Biotechnology ResearchMichigan, United States11-50 Employees
Ecovia Renewables Inc. is a biotechnology company formed in 2014 as a spin-out from the University of Michigan, focused on developing and commercializing biobased ingredients and materials derived from sustainable microbial processes. Its Ecovia Biopolymers are produced through a proprietary fermentation workflow and are designed to be affordable, biodegradable, and functional alternatives to conventional polymers and starch-based biopolymers, with applications ranging from soil water retention additives to absorbent cores for diapers and thickeners for personal care and industrial products. The company targets customers seeking high-performing, low-cost biobased materials for agricultural, horticultural, and consumer care applications, addressing needs for sustainable alternatives in chemical formulations and product formulations. Ecovia Renewables operates from Ann Arbor, Michigan, with a research and development focus that includes scaling up its in-house pilot capabilities and collaborations in the broader biotech and materials space. A recent development noted is the expansion of its facilities in Ann Arbor to support ongoing R&D and production efforts.