Lithos Carbon
Biotechnology ResearchCalifornia, United States11-50 Employees
Lithos Carbon is a biotechnology research company based in San Francisco, California, focused on removing atmospheric carbon through enhanced rock weathering at scale. The firm aims to lower the cost of carbon removal while improving soil health and crop yields, repurposing post-industrial waste as part of its process and selling carbon credits generated from the activity. Its approach combines soil chemistry, agronomy, geochemistry, and machine learning to create a cost-effective, scientifically rigorous solution for carbon removal. The company targets growers and regenerative agriculture with a model that shares revenue with regenerative farmers as credits are generated. Recent developments include partnerships and certifications with industry players and verification bodies, reflecting ongoing collaboration to bring ERW-based credits to market. Lithos Carbon operates within the biotechnology research sector and emphasizes scalable, data-driven practices to advance soil health and carbon removal at a practical scale.