BEAM Circular has reached a significant milestone in the development of the California Bioeconomy Innovation Campus by acquiring a state-of-the-art gas fermentation pilot system. This strategic investment marks a major step forward for the regional biomanufacturing hub in Stanislaus County, which is being advanced with significant support from state and local government.
The project is fueled by a $10.4 million California Jobs First grant and an $8 million state budget allocation specifically dedicated to expanding circular bioeconomy innovation within the Central Valley.
The newly acquired 130-liter bioreactor system is one of the most advanced and versatile units of its kind. It addresses a critical infrastructure gap in the United States, where pilot-scale gas fermentation capabilities are currently rare. This technology allows researchers to transform climate-warming gases, such as methane and carbon dioxide, into high-value products like specialty chemicals, sustainable proteins, and fuels.
By sourcing these gases from wastewater plants and dairy digesters, the system creates a path for economic growth while simultaneously reducing industrial pollution.
While the Innovation Campus in Stanislaus County continues its development, the system will be hosted at the Mango Materials facility in Vacaville. This partnership allows BEAM Circular to leverage Mango Materials’ extensive experience in methane-to-biomaterial production. Together, the organizations will offer fee-based R&D services, helping other innovators validate their technologies under real-world conditions. This collaborative approach ensures that new companies can scale their processes from the lab to commercial deployment more efficiently.
CEO Karen Warner described the investment as a game-changer for the U.S. bioeconomy, noting that providing open-access infrastructure helps turn waste into opportunity. Through additional collaborations with the Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory, BEAM Circular is cementing California’s position as a global leader in climate technology.
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