Kenya - Startup under 3 years old

Describe your project or startup in a few words

My project involves the capture of carbon dioxide that is by carbon capture utilization improved technology. It will involve the capture of carbon dioxide from large point sources ; power generation or industrial facilities that use fossil fuel or biomas

01.01 Describe your startup in more detail

In my project Carbon Capture Improved Technology (CCIT) involves the capture of carbon dioxide from large point sources like power generation and industrial facilities that majorly uses fossil fuels or biomass to power them. The carbon dioxide from the Industries is captured and sequestrated. Since it's captured it reduces emissions. The captured carbon dioxide gas is then compressed so it becomes liquid like and transported to storage site, generally through a pipeline which is cheaper. Once at the storage site, the CO2 is pumped more than 2,500 ft down Wells into geological formations like oil reserves to recover more oil as well as formation that contain unusable salty water. This in turns registers profits to Industries and the same time impacts the environment positively. As a result the carbon that was to be emitted is stored and sequestrated thus promote a net zero economy and Society.

01.02 What is the main problem you are trying to solve?

I am trying to solve Global Warming which has been affecting our country. Industries pollute the environment when they emit Carbon (IV) Oxide to the atmosphere which in turn tends to weaken the ozone layer. This days for example we experienced heavy rains in April. Weather has been unpredictable since global warming is increasingly increasing. In addition some parts of the country experience intense radiation from the sun and thus leads to high temperatures during the day. This is proof that the ozone layer is becoming weaker and can't prevent all the rays from the sun thus some intense rays tend to find themselves reaching the environment. It is indeed a great risk since Ultraviolet rays which are more intense destroy living cells and tissues causing cancer. Global warming is indeed a challenge.

01.03 Tell us the major benefits and/or advantages of using the product/service that your startup provides (at least 3).

Reliable Energy Source:Several oil and gas industries operations are associated with generating large volume of carbon dioxide gas. Carbon dioxide can be utilized and used to provide a cheap source of energy for industry leaders. Impact On Environment:Deployment of carbon sequestration methods significantly improve the environment, society and industry operators. Apart from targeting maximum output from their processes, they also preserve the natural environment. Use of carbon capture technology ensures that carbon - based emissions are kept below recommended levels at all times. As a result preserve the environment. Used In Oil and Gas Industries :Carbon dioxide is pumped more than 2500 feet down wells into geological formations like used up oil reservoirs as well as formations that contain unusable, salty water. Thus stored underground hence not polluting environment. In addition, carbon dioxide is also injected into active oil reservoirs in order to recover more oil.

01.04 Please describe who exactly your startup’s product/service is aimed at serving. Who are the targeted beneficiaries?

The targeted beneficiaries are:The society and the industries. The society:my project majors on carbon capture. Since carbon that was to be emitted is captured and stored, there will be reduced emissions and thus reduce intense shock rays which cause global warming hence well being. In addition carbon that is stored can be used in green houses which will in turn increase yields thus food security. The industries:The carbon dioxide capture from industries like cement and coal can be sequestrated and captured. After capturing it can be compressed and shipped or transported by pipeline. This in turn earns the company income since carbon can be used in making useful products. Moreover the carbon that is compressed can be pumped to about 2500ft in oil reservoirs to recover more oil thus companies will incur profits. Similarly capturing and storing of carbon dioxide will have an impact in the reduction of global warming temperature to about 1.5°C as time goes by thus have a favorable climate

01.05 When was your company established?

2023-11-08

01.06 Are you already selling your product/service?

No

01.07 How many other owners are there within your startup?

1

01.08 Among the other owners, how many are female?

1

01.09 Please describe the profile of the other owners within your startup (skills, experience, etc.)

The other owner of my startup is a female. She has entrepreneurial experience of three years. In my startup Project she usually helps in editing and doing some of the research. She tries to bring gender equality both at the society and working places. My accomplice has been involving herself in charity work like running marathons to support children in the orphanages and embrace the girl child. On January she and others had a fundraising ceremony in order to fund buying sanitary pads and donate them to the girls in the society who cannot afford them. She has skills in hairdressing and doing manicure. She she uses her free time to research and help in developing projects. She also works under little or no supervision. She also takes time to brainstorm and questionnaire managers and workers of some Industries in our town. She has faced gender discrimination quite some time but she doesn't give up on others confrontations. She's also responsible for the flowcharts in my project.

01.10 If you have a website, a social media page (Facebook, Instagram, Linkedin…), or app, please provide the link(s) here:

https://www.instagram.com/trench__kid_ceo?igsh=bGt5M2E5Y2dhc3Q4

01.11 Which industry best describes your project?

a) Energy (equipment, services, sustainable energy and fuel)

02.01.01 My startup contributes to the No poverty goal

7 - Strongly Agree

02.01.02 No poverty - Justification for my startup

My startup carbon capture reduces emissions from Industries. Since the temperature is stabilized, the pre-existing trends of rural rural and rural Urban migration decrease. This leads to small scale Civic strife and we'll you put no pressure on urban areas thus no conflicts. As a result there will be increased development. In addition, Industries that will be using carbon capture technology to reduce emissions will benefit both the society and themselves. Since carbon will be captured and sequestrated for storage, pure carbon dioxide will be used in waste water projects thus achieve clean water and sanitation to the society which has been a main cause of poverty. Moreover,divestment carbon intensive activities will create job opportunities that will align with the requirements of a net zero economy and thus reduce poverty in the society since many people will be employed.

02.02.01 My startup contributes to the Zero hunger goal

7 - Strongly Agree

02.02.02 Zero hunger - Justification for my startup

In my project I major on carbon capturing. Carbon after being captured and purified can be used in greenhouses. Pure carbon dioxide results to great yields in green houses. Since plants require respiratory gases which one of them is carbon (IV) oxide for photosynthesis it will be readily available thus increase in yields hence zero hunger.

02.03.01 My startup contributes to the Good health and well-being goal

7 - Strongly Agree

02.03.02 Good health and well-being - Justification for my startup

Emissions reductions help us in the long term to avoid disastrous climate change. According to the Paris Agreement to keep global warming under 2°C could promote well being. My carbon capture project my carbon capture Project will ensure efficient capture of emissions from Industries and thus reduction of carbon dioxide that contributes to global warming. Reduction in emissions will will prevent premature deaths, respiratory illnesses and million hospitalization that is registered annually. There will be also reduction in the million incidences of dementia and million tons of crop losses nationwide. The benefits that we we can quantify for health,wellbeing, medical expenses are overwhelmingly driven by clean air in the near term and thus will promote good health and well-being.

02.04.01 My startup contributes to the Quality education goal

7 - Strongly Agree

02.04.02 Quality education - Justification for my startup

Carbon capture sequestration promotes quality education by creating opportunities for knowledge sharing and capacitive building through programs like sequestration training and developing courses related to carbon technology. Additionally investments in education quality can enhance the effectiveness of carbon pricing and reducing emissions and mitigating economic costs including wedge inequality by increasing the elasticity of skill supply and enabling green technological innovation. Moreover collaborative learning exercises such as estimating landscape level carbon biomass storage in university green spaces can Foster sustainability awareness amongst students. These improves learning outcomes related to climate change mitigation strategies. Lastly by integrating learning objectives and utilizing the dynamic settings green spaces for education. Carbon sequestration initiatives can contribute to problem solving skills and teamwork among students thus promoting quality education.

02.05.01 My startup contributes to the Gender equality goal

6

02.05.02 Gender equality - Justification for my startup

Many carbon sequestration and capture projects provide opportunities for income generation. By involving women in this activities whether through employment in carbon credit markets or entrepreneurship in sustainable agriculture, women can achieve economic empowerment and financial independence. Moreover since carbon sequestration projects of include capacity building programs such as training and sequestration and causes related to carbon technology. Providing equal access to education and training for women with enhance their skills are knowledge does benefit from this initiative. Carbon capture and sequestration contributes to climate resilience which is particularly important for vulnerable Communities often led by women who bear the Brunt of climate change impact. By reducing climate risks carbon sequestration and answers the health and well-being of women and their families. In conclusion carbon capture and sequestration promotes gender equality in the society.

02.06.01 My startup contributes to the Clean water and sanitation goal

7 - Strongly Agree

02.06.02 Clean water and sanitation - Justification for my startup

Carbon that is captured plays a crucial role in achieving clean water and sanitation goals by positively impacting Development Goals related to environmental sustainability. Additionally, innovative methods like biological sequestration of carbon dioxide by algae offer a dual benefit of treating wastewater efficiently. Moreover, mistake Estate when using carbon dioxide sequestration as a means to pretreat wastewater in treatment plants, each demonstrate the potential for carbon sequestration to be integrated into wastewater treatment processes. By linking carbon sequestration to waste water treatment, carbon sequestration services can contribute significantly to achieving clean water and sanitation goals thus increase in treatment of water.

02.07.01 My startup contributes to the Affordable and clean energy goal

7 - Strongly Agree

02.07.02 Affordable and clean energy - Justification for my startup

Carbon sequestration plays a significant role in the development of renewable energy sources by offering a means to reduce carbon dioxide emissions from fossil fuel combustion. Carbon capture and storage technologies are considered effective introducing carbon dioxide emissions from large point sources like power plants and Industries. Additionally the integration of renewable energy with carbon captures storage such as solar assisted post combustion carbon capture and geothermal energy for carbon capture presents a promising pathway towards zero emission Power Generation by 2050. Moreover sustainable forest management and the use of Forest biomass for bioenergy also contribute to carbon sequestration and climate mitigation emphasizing the interconnectedness of renewable energy development and carbon sequestration in achieving environmental sustainability goals. Thus energy produced is clean and affordable.

02.08.01 My startup contributes to the Decent work and economic growth

7 - Strongly Agree

02.08.02 Decent work and economic growth - Justification for my startup

In my startup, carbon capture will cause transitioning to a net zero economy present economic opportunities and job creation potential in addition, to achieving climate targets. Emerging Industries like nature based projects, renewable energy, Green infrastructure and carbon capture and storage will experience growth thus generating new employment opportunities and boosting local economies. At the same time it will enhance decent work since only renewable energy sources will be used. The net zero will also necessitate changes in capital allocation and financing structure, private investors and businesses investing in law carbon technologies instead of fossil fuels. Divestment from carbon intensive activities will create job opportunities that align with the requirements of a net zero economy.

02.09.01 My startup contributes to the Industry innovation and infrastructure

7 - Strongly Agree

02.09.02 Industry innovation and infrastructure - Justification for my startup

Carbon sequestration often requires significant infrastructure such as pipelines for transporting captured carbon dioxide and storage facilities. These infrastructure development creates jobs and economic opportunities in engineering and maintenance sectors thus promotes infrastructure. Additionally government and Industry collaborates on research and development projects related to carbon sequestration. This effort enhances knowledge sharing and thus accelerates innovation. Moreover Industries may invest in carbon sequestration technologies to comply with the regulatory requirements on carbon emissions. These investment can spur innovation as companies and Industry cost effective solutions to meet net zero targets.

02.10.01 My startup contributes to the Reduced inequalities goal

7 - Strongly Agree

02.10.02 Reduced inequalities - Justification for my startup

Carbon capture and sequestration technologies of involved advanced research and development. Developed countries often possess this technologies and knowledge full stop by transferring this technologies to the developing countries first, it can help them lip frog in technological gap between Nations. Additionally implementing carbon sequestration projects can create new economic opportunities especially in developing countries where carbon can be captured from Industries does utilized for carbon sequestration. This can lead to job creations, and Investment in this regions the for reducing economic disparities between countries.

02.11.01 My startup contributes to the Sustainable cities and communities goal

7 - Strongly Agree

02.11.02 Sustainable cities and communities - Justification for my startup

When carbon is captured and sequestrated it helps reduce the concentration of greenhouse gases in the atmosphere thereby mitigating climate change. By sequestrating carbon cities contribute to global efforts to limit temperature rise and reduce the severity of this impacts that sustainable cities. Carbon sequestration also helps reduce emissions thus improve local air quality by absorbing pollutants like carbon. This is beneficial in urban areas where air pollution is a significant health concern due to many Industries. Additionally carbon sequestration projects can raise awareness on climate change mitigation in urban residents. Engaging communities in green Building and tree planting exercises will Foster stewardship and thus support sustainable Development Goals.

02.12.01 My startup contributes to the Responsible consumption and production goal

7 - Strongly Agree

02.12.02 Responsible consumption and production - Justification for my startup

Carbon capture technologies capture carbon dioxide emissions from industrial processes. This captured carbon dioxide can be used in applications like enhanced oil recovery manufacturing processes and production of chemical materials. These promotes the circular economy by converting carbon dioxide into variable products thus reducing a mission and resource consumption. Carbon sequestration aims to close the carbon cycle by reducing emissions capturing carbon dioxide and storing it in geological formations in the circular economy framework. This minimizes the extraction of new carbon resources and prevents carbon dioxide from entering the atmosphere thus contributing to sustainable resource management. Carbon sequestration initiatives raises awareness on the importance of responsible consumption and production to industry and thus to the stakeholder and sponsors. This encourages stakeholders to adopt to sustainable practices hence promote responsible consumption and production patterns.

02.13.01 My startup contributes to the Climate action goal

6

02.13.02 Climate action - Justification for my startup

Implementation of the carbon capture technology in Industries will thus reduce emissions. This is due since the carbon is sequestrated and pumped to Almost 2,500 ft Underground. These does protects the atmosphere. Protecting this ecosystems ensures climates stability. In addition carbon sequestration technologies help reducing the greenhouse concentration which is essential for mitigating global warming and it's associated impacts. Moreover carbon sequestration initiatives especially those involving ecosystem restoration and hands ecosystem to climate change impacts such as extreme Weather events droughts and sea level rise. These resilience is crucial for vulnerable communities and ecosystems worldwide thus combat climate action.

02.14.01 My startup contributes to the Life below water goal

7 - Strongly Agree

02.14.02 Life below water - Justification for my startup

By capturing and storing carbon dioxide from the atmosphere this method can lower carbon dioxide levels. Less carbon dioxide in the atmosphere means less carbon dioxide dissolves into the ocean thus reducing their certification of seawater. Additionally ocean acidification caused by increased carbon dioxide absorption harms Marine Life. Particularly organisms like corals and planktons rely on calcium carbonate to build their shells and skeletons. By mitigating ocean acidification, carbon sequestration helps protect the vital marine ecosystem. Therefore mitigating the climate change helps sustain marine life underwater.

02.15.01 My startup contributes to the Life on land goal

7 - Strongly Agree

02.15.02 Life on land - Justification for my startup

When carbon is captured and sequestrated it plays a crucial role in protecting life and land by mitigating climate change and enhancing soil fertility. Deployment of carbon sequestration methods significantly improve the environment Society and Industry operators. Apart from targeting Maximum output from this processes it also preserve the natural environment. Use of carbon capture technology ensures that carbon based emissions are kept below recommended levels at times. This in turn protects the atmosphere. In addition carbon sequestration helps reducing the greenhouse gas concentration which is essential for mitigating global warming and its associated impact. This will lead to decreased number of dementia immature deaths and reduce million tons of crop losses National wide. Moreover emission reductions will help us in the long-term to avoid disastrous climate change. According to the Paris agreement to keep global warming under 2°C could promote well-being.

02.16.01 My startup contributes to the Peace Justice and Strong Institutions goal

5

02.16.02 Peace Justice and Strong Institutions- Justification for my startup

Carbon capture Project s can create new economic opportunities in Forestry agriculture and technology sectors. This in turn can promote stability and reduce social economic inequalities thus leading to overall societal well-being and stability. Moreover implementing carbon sequestration initiatives requires strong governance and transparent institutions. This will promote good governance and strengthens institutions which are fundamental for sustainable development. In addition by controlling climate change through carbon sequestration vulnerable Communities which are often affected by environmental degradation and climate impacts can experience improved environmental conditions. This promotes environmental Justice and equality. Lastly carbon capture and sequestration projects usually required international corporation and agreements. This can Foster diplomatic relations between countries does contributes to Global peace.

02.17.01 My startup contributes to the Partnerships for the goal

7 - Strongly Agree

02.17.02 Partnerships for the goal - Justification for my startup

Carbon sequestration requires investment and Innovation from the private sector. Global partnership will facilitate public private collaborations enabling businesses to invest in carbon capture and storage Technologies. This partnerships will fasten economic growth, create employment opportunities and Accelerate the transition to a low carbon economy. In addition global agreement such as Paris agreement provide frameworks for countries to collaborate on combating climate action including carbon capture. This agreements and courage countries to set targets for reducing emissions and developing carbon sinks thus promoting collective efforts towards global sustainability. Moreover advancing carbon sequestration technology is require continuous scientific research. Global partnerships facilitate collaboration among research is institutions universities and Laboratories worldwide us accelerating solutions for carbon capture utilization and storage thus seal up.

06.01 There are a large number of customers who already use a product/service very similar to the product/service we envision creating.

5

06.02 The product/service represents an entirely new type of product/service.

6

06.03 The product/service could be described as a new technology.

6

06.04 The product/service is an improvement on an existing product or service.

7 - Strongly Agree

06.05 The product/service could be described as an extension of a range of products or services.

6

06.06 The product/service responds to a demand or need that has not been satisfied by other products/services.

6

06.07 The product/service is a new version of an old product/service.

7 - Strongly Agree

06.08 Justification for my startup

My innovation is indeed and improvement of another existing. The other existing version of my innovation are actually based on direct air capture but for my innovation is best on direct capture emissions from Industries. Industries like cement Steel and gas usually used fossil fuels in huge amounts. My project basically is to be used at the Industries to capture the emissions from the same. Industries therefore will not be emitting emissions but rather the carbon dioxide will be sequestrated and pumped to storage sites where it will pass through some processes. At the storage site some of it will be pumped by pipeline to oil Industries where it will be used to recover more oil since it will be pumped to oil reservoirs. My innovation is indeed a new technology since it will be instilled in Industries but rather not outside like other versions of my innovation. This innovation will also add value to the Industries using it since it will earn them income.

06.09 Competitive Analysis

My main potential competitors are the companies that are trying to introduce renewable sources of energies instead of eliminating carbon emissions from Industries like steel cement and coal. My startup is more advantageous to the Industries and to the environment. To the Industries after the carbon is captured and sequestrated down to storage tanks it is then compressed and some of it is pumped to oil Industries where it is used to recover more oil since it is pumped to geological formations. In addition my startup reduces the emissions of carbon from the environment. Moreover pure carbon from the plant can be used in the green houses to increase yields under thus food security. Equally carbon can be used in electrolyte as fuel cell and thus can produce electricity. Additionally carbon sequestration can lead to job creations and investments thus reducing economic disparities between regions.

11.05 Are you initiating actions within your community to promote the role of female entrepreneurs?

Yes. I do take part in promoting justice for the girl child. I involve the girl child in activities like giving awareness of HPV to men.