ALGHEAL- Empowering socio-environmental wellbeing

Impact of climate change in our life and our environment

• An hybrid autonomous algal growing system designed to mitigate the global climate crisis through carbon sequestration
• And a compact module to grow protein and nutrient rich food supplement to address the malnutrition issues at household

Nutritious food and clean environment is the vital key for a healthy society. But both are at peril due to our modern lifestyle practices. There is not enough technologically sound solutions cumulatively addressing this global issue is available to all.

A significant portion of the Indian population lacks essential vitamins and minerals, including B12, Folate, and Vitamin D, despite consuming sufficient calories through food daily. This deficiency hampers their physiological health and growth, potentially impacting future generations when pregnant women’s are affected. To address this, we propose our ALGHEAL algal growing autonomous household model which produce a wholesome food source rich in vital vitamins and nutrients to alleviate deficiencies effectively.

On the technical front, we had devised an autonomous module for cultivating micro algal biomass. The module can be up scaled for community farming, providing both food and revenue through algal raw material production.

Additionally, the large-scale version of the same module is targeted to the industrial applications where the algal biomass is used for sequestering carbon dioxide and few other pollutants to help the high-carbon footprint industries to participate in climate change mitigation initiative.

Prevailing nutrition deficiencies among Indian population and the ever changing global climate issues demands the need for such  solution 

Our solution for the well being of society and its environment is an autonomous algal growing system which helps effortlessly grow the microalgae in a small household use to larger industrial applications. The system comprises a IoT operation model and sensors to precisely grow the microalgae in a controlled environment. The system increases the efficiency of CO2 sequestration at least 80x than other natural sinks and the end biomass has multiple applications as a food supplement at house grown module and converted as a fertilizer to sink in the soil permanently and also yields few major nutraceuticaly important byproducts which has numerous commercial importance.  

Of the two different size modules proposed, the smaller household module will provide a measurable quantity of algal food substitute at affordable cost to meet the nutritional requirements of the deficient population

Industries are one of the Large carbon footprint sources. The larger module is designed to suit industries with significant carbon footprints and engage them in CO2 scrubbing climate action initiatives

Our team is expertise in the automation and sensor driven smart farming solutions. We have developed water conserving crop growing systems in our previous product lineup and contributed in converting an unused space in to a fertile smart farming units. The proposed models have the similar autonomous functionality to suit to grow microalgae’s seamlessly.

The proposed system is a highly water and other resource conserving system which can be used anyspace even in the unused terrace of any buildings or similar less used areas. Hence the system suits diverse size industries and pollution hubs.

There is very limited solutions which addresses both societal and its environmental issues together. Our expertise in developing IoT based economic solutions will help all financial status of the people in a society to get better health solution at an affordable and easy to use manner. Which was validated with our previous planting and crop growing autonomous soilless systems and the proposed prototypes uses the same platform and technology, hence it gives us the courage to ensure the outreach of the system and its envisaged applications.

We are actively seeking grants to strengthen our initiatives, which not only support environmental conservation but also drive economic growth by catalyzing the creation of green jobs and the development of new, low carbon footprint industries. Your participation in our vital mission to combat climate change and chart a path towards a sustainable future for all is invaluable. Regulatory backing and government grants will be pivotal in scaling our solution globally, driving innovation, and propelling us towards a zero-emissions future. Join us as we work together to make a meaningful impact on our planet and future generations.

Our proposed product is a dual application module which provide solution to climate change by capturing CO2 and secondly bringing nutritional impact to the food system of the society; Wellbeing of society and its environment at one go.

* With the 15 installed Hydropours Planter automation system projects we have sequestered 60tCO2 from the atmosphere in city spaces  (Bangalore) and the proposed algal system is 80-100 fold efficient in carbon capturing than the plant system and will contribute significantly. 

Our simple yet efficient system is suitable and easy to fit in household application and also in larger scale climate change mitigating like capturing CO2 in industrial /pollution centric areas.

Adoption rate is higher among the society for the envisaged applications.

Hydropour's ALGHEAL system offers a dual-pronged approach with significant societal and environmental benefits.

At the household level, it provides a microalgae-based, nutritionally superior food supplement grown at home, ensuring ready access to wholesome nutrition.

Meanwhile, when scaled up, the system serves as a potent tool for carbon sequestration, mitigating climate change by capturing carbon from the atmosphere during the algal growth phase.

In addition to carbon storage, ALGHEAL contributes to purifying polluted air in urban and industrialized areas, generating cleaner air and improving overall air quality.

Moreover, it produces oxygen as a byproduct, enriching the atmosphere and enhancing respiratory health.

Furthermore, the implementation of ALGHEAL creates employment opportunities and offers versatile applications in addition to carbon credits for the biomass grown, including food supplements, nutraceutical substrates, fertilizers, and animal feed, promoting sustainable utilization of resources and fostering economic resilience.

 Our objectives are two fold, aimed to eradicate the nutritional deficiency exist in the population and the same time to combat climate change through the implementation of our smart sensor technologies.

We believe that providing technological solutions alone are insufficient, we prioritize education, particularly among younger generations, to instill the knowledge and practices necessary for long-term mitigation efforts. because we are warming the globe for very long time and the mitigations are yet to start in full swing, so bringing the younger generation in to the system is important, and that’s exactly we started with.

Our climate change initiative began with the development of a smart farming system capable of producing healthy food with minimal water usage, reduced carbon footprint, and decreased food wastage. Implemented in schools and educational institutions across three major Indian cities, this initiative successfully educated over 20,000 students while significantly contributing to climate mitigation efforts through the generation of green credits. Building on this success, we are now expanding our efforts to include microalgae systems, targeting high-pollution areas such as city traffic hotspots, industries, and office spaces. The immense market demand underscores the need for global expansion, which will not only address climate challenges but also create new job opportunities. The system also maps the environmental parameters continuously for further applications in city planning to mitigation measures for better environment and society.

Managing malnutrition and deficiencies in developing countries with larger population with more percentage of them under nourished (the major food consumed lack the necessary nutritional index like carbs-rice). To tackle this the resources and efforts spent on societal health has huge toll with larger carbon foot print. In addition to this our  lifestyle requirements leads to the release of much more global warming gases in to our atmosphere.

Our technology tries to address these two major problems with one focused strategy and technology. Our core product functions on IoT and machine learning platform which has the ability to connect and infer up to 15 diverse sensors in one system to atomize targeted applications. The proposed micro algal growing system is a hydroponics based growing system with multiple sensor modules to maintain all the growing parameters necessary for the algae seamlessly in a controlled environment. Parameters like temperature, salinity, pH, turbidity, lux, flow rate and CO2 pumping mechanisms were all inbuilt and dedicated sensor systems to works in synchronize with the growth stage of microalgae to ensure the biomass yield with superior quality.

The Module focused on the algae as food system infuses CO2 from clean household environments to produce food grade microalgae which is grown inhouse with the above mentioned smart controller handling a 30liter volume algal medium. The industrial model will have a similar working platform with a versatile modules to handle higher volume of algal growing system and its maintenance parameters. The industrial grade module will use the atmospheric air from a high-density vehicular or industrial zones to harvest polluted air with CO2 to sink it permanently. This industrial scale model handles 250-500 liters capacity volume algal medium handling capacity and networkable model which helps expanding the volumes in multiple folds based on the requirement.

6 full time scientist
and engineers and 10 contract employees

We have been working since 2020 to develop a seamless automation system with dynamic application potential verticals.

Hydropour team is a vibrant  diversity of dynamic personalities; fostering gender-neutral equality and a liberated work environment. Comprising scientists, engineers, data specialists, fabricators, and contractors, our collaborative synergy drives us towards shared goals. We prioritize inclusivity, valuing individuals based on character rather than external factors. Though not flawless, we are dedicated to continuous improvement, striving for fairness, justice, and progress in all aspects. Through open dialogue and inclusive practices, we cultivate a workplace where every member feels valued, respected, and empowered to contribute their best. And it has reflected in our success rate of developments and implementations so far.

Hydropour Technologies operates on a unique business model that revolves around raising funds through various channels such as Government grants, Corporate Social Responsibility funds (CSR) and support from family and  friends until we started marketing the products.. These funding sources provide the necessary financial backing to drive our mission forward. At the core of our business model lies our innovative solution for reducing carbon emissions while providing a alternative protein food supplement for nutritional security. Hydropour offers companies tradable carbon credits (CCE-Carbon credit exchange) which enables end-users to effectively offset their CO2 emissions by investing in sustainable projects and initiatives. By participating in our CCE companies not only meet regulatory requirements but also demonstrate their commitment to environmental sustainability and corporate responsibility. Hydropour's solution serves as a crucial tool for companies striving to mitigate their environmental impact and align with global efforts to combat climate change. Through our CCE platform, we empower businesses to make meaningful contributions to carbon reduction while fostering a culture of sustainability within their organizations. By leveraging tradable carbon credits, companies can actively participate in the transition towards a low-carbon economy, driving positive environmental change while enhancing their own sustainability credentials.

Since its inception in 2019, our technology has undergone rigorous testing and validation, culminating in significant recognition and support from the State Government of Karnataka, India, in the form of a 3 million Indian rupee grant. Our focus on developing sensor-based automation solutions has proven fruitful, with our core functionality being tested across various models. Notably, our innovative approach has led to the creation of an educative E-farm, integrated with our automation module, which has been successfully installed in numerous schools across southern Indian cities. This initiative not only educates but also generates revenue, showcasing the versatility and practicality of our solution.

The success of our automation system in diverse settings has instilled confidence in its market potential and demand. This validation has paved the way for further deployment, with plans to expand into additional locations in the coming months. Additionally, our system has seamlessly adapted to novel applications, such as algal growing systems, demonstrating its versatility and reliability.

A key selling point of our model lies in its affordability and autonomous functionality, which minimizes maintenance requirements and reduces the need for manpower. Moreover, our solution boasts an impressive 20-fold increase in CO2 sequestration efficiency compared to traditional vegetation methods. This capability presents a unique opportunity to repurpose urban spaces, such as rooftops, for green initiatives, food production, and climate mitigation efforts. By harnessing the adaptability of our technology, we aim to serve a wide range of households and factories, offering not only financial advantages but also promoting societal health and environmental healing. Furthermore, by creating an interconnected network of industry-assisted carbon sinks in high-polluting urban areas, we contribute to global efforts to combat climate change while mitigating the harmful effects of greenhouse gas emissions.