1849 Bio is a company developing innovative biomining technology that enables the efficient extraction of metals from low-grade copper and gold ores, which are economically unviable or challenging to process using conventional mining methods.
With the growing demand for copper-intensive industries such as electric vehicles and renewable energy, the issue of copper supply shortages is becoming increasingly critical. In response, 1849 Bio aims to address this challenge by unlocking access to vast untapped mineral reserves, thereby solving a key obstacle to the energy transition while creating significant economic value.
The company’s unique expertise in optimizing microorganisms and its strategic portfolio of intellectual property form the foundation of its competitive advantage. By rapidly integrating its technology into the mining processes of major industry players, 1849 Bio seeks to drive transformative changes across traditional mining practices.
