About Genomatica
Located at 4757 Nexus Center Drive in San Diego, California, Genomatica leads the way in sustainable chemistry and bio-manufacturing. The company’s innovative technologies include:
- Bio-based butanediol production from plant sugars
- Brontide® butylene glycol with 50% lower carbon footprint
- Natural ketogenic ingredients from renewable resources
- Technologies reducing carbon emissions by 85 million tons annually
With 1,800 patents and $300 million invested in development, Genomatica transforms the $4 trillion sustainable materials market from its Southern California headquarters.
Frequently asked questions
Genomatica develops bio-based materials through plant sugar conversion:
- Bio-based butanediol (BDO)
- Used in spandex production
- Applied in shoe manufacturing
- Integrated into plastics
- Butylene Glycol (Brontide®)
- Plant-based production method
- Alternative to petroleum-based materials
- Reduced environmental impact
- (R)-1,3 Butanediol
- Produced from plant sugars
- Functions as ketogenic ingredient
- Bio-based formulation
Genomatica’s technological framework includes:
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Genomatica maintains research and development operations through:
- Technology Development Centers
- Bio-manufacturing facilities
- Research laboratories
- Process development units
- Intellectual Property Coverage
- 1,800 patents and applications
- Global technology protection
- Process innovation rights
The company serves the $4 trillion global sustainable materials market through its bio-based production technologies.
More details about Genomatica
Pioneering sustainable solutions at Genomatica
Founded in 1998 by Christophe Schilling and Bernhard Palsson, Genomatica has established itself as a leader in sustainable chemistry. Based in San Diego, California, the company operates a state-of-the-art cosmetic lab and research facility at Nexus Center Drive.
Innovative bio-based technologies
At the heart of Genomatica’s operations is the development of renewable, plant-based alternatives to traditional petroleum-based products. The company’s technology portfolio includes bio-based butanediol (BDO) and Brontide® butylene glycol, which are produced using plant sugars through advanced bio-manufacturing processes.
Environmental commitment and impact
The company’s technologies can reduce carbon emissions by 85 million tons annually. Their first-generation products achieve up to 90% lower carbon emissions compared to conventional fossil fuel-based alternatives, positioning them as a frontrunner in green technology solutions.
Research and development capabilities
Operating from their San Diego facility, Genomatica maintains:
- Advanced biotechnology research facilities
- Modern bio-manufacturing units
- Quality control laboratories
- Sustainable product development centers
Intellectual property and market presence
With an investment of over $300 million in technology development, Genomatica holds a substantial portfolio of 1,800 patents and applications. These cover various aspects of synthetic biology, product pathways, and bio-manufacturing processes, serving a global sustainable materials market valued at $4 trillion.
Location and accessibility
Situated in the biotechnology hub of San Diego, California, Genomatica’s location at 4757 Nexus Center Drive places it within one of America’s leading regions for sustainable technology development. This strategic position enables collaboration with other industry leaders and academic institutions in the area.
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