Alt Carbon raises $12 million in a seed round led by Lachy Groom to enhance Carbon Removal (CDR) efforts in the Global South.

May 22, 2025•7 months ago

Amount Raised

$12 Million

Round Type

seed

BengaluruSoftware

Investors

Lachy Groom

Description

Alt Carbon, a deep-tech science & data company, announced a $12 million seed funding round aimed at scaling agricultural infrastructure for climate action. The investment will help accelerate Carbon Dioxide Removal (CDR) in the Global South. This marks the largest seed round for climate tech in India, highlighting the growing demand for carbon credits. Lachy Groom led the round with participation from existing investors.

Company Information

Company

Alt Carbon

Location

Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

About

Alt Carbon is a deeptech science and data company, building agri infrastructure for climate action. We aim to make South Asia a hub for Carbon Dioxide Removal (CDR) through technology pathways like Enhanced Rock Weathering. We work with farmers and scientists in the Global South, to turn underutilized land into carbon sinks. Our flagship initiative, the Darjeeling Revival Project (DRP), is a first-of-its-kind effort to unite climate action with cultural and ecological restoration — by reviving degraded soils, restoring livelihoods, and rebuilding ecosystems. We’re rooted in science, powered by community, and driven by the belief that revivals require ambitious people and audacious bets.

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