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Phykos
YC S21San Francisco, US · Founded 2020 · 2 employees · 5 known investors
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Phykos cultivates seaweed for carbon sequestration and climate mitigation purposes.
Also known as PBC · Phykos, PBC
Advanced ManufacturingClimate TechCarbon Capture and RemovalClimateUnited States of AmericaAmerica / CanadaFully Remote
Founders & leadership· Y Combinator alumni (S21)
Phykos was founded in 2020 by Nico Julian and Jeff Zerger.
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Nico JulianFounderNico Julian is a mechanical engineer who has worked on marine satellite communications, solar energy ventures, and experimental projects at Google X.
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Jeff ZergerFounderJeff Zerger is a software engineer with 25 years of experience in Silicon Valley, including roles at Apple and Google. He has held early positions at startups in cleantech, food, and aerospace, and has led software teams.
Investors · 5
Discount Investment Corporation Ltd.listed by Discount Investment Corporation Ltd.Tel Aviv
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Keiki Capitallisted by Keiki CapitalAbilene · $100K – $250K
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Legal entities · 1
corporate structurePhykos, PBC
Frequently asked questions
- What does Phykos do?
- Phykos cultivates seaweed for carbon sequestration and climate mitigation purposes.
- Who founded Phykos?
- Phykos was founded by Nico Julian, Jeff Zerger in 2020.
- Who are Phykos's investors?
- Phykos's investors include Discount Investment Corporation Ltd., Gaingels, Keiki Capital, Leap Forward Ventures, Y Combinator.
- Where is Phykos headquartered?
- Phykos is headquartered in San Francisco, US.