WHAT’S THE IMPACT?

We need to change the way we produce and consume protein.

The ecosystems of the planet can’t keep up with humanity’s desire for meat, eggs, dairy, soy and all the other conventional sources of protein.

Answering the protein needs of planet Earth.

Solein can help achieve this by unlocking a world of new food diversity that is genuinely sustainable.

Solein is the world’s most sustainable protein with comparative greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 20% of plant protein and 1% of meat.

A fraction of the emissions.

5X less than plants.

100X less than meat.

All of the protein.

An infinite food supply.

As long as we have air in the atmosphere and the sun in the sky we can keep producing Solein.

Consumers can be safe in the knowledge that the foods they buy will have a genuinely sustainable and fully natural protein source, which only uses renewable resources.

The production of protein in the next decades will change drastically with our factories that can provide a never-ending food supply.

What will human nutrition consist of in the future?

As we look towards the future, the composition of our diets is set to undergo significant transformations, primarily driven by increasing environmental concerns and health awareness. The future of human nutrition is expected to be more centred around both plant-based and microbial-based proteins. The use of animal proteins will shrink, and the ones remaining will be ethically sourced.*

_*_{Science of The Total Environment, Rust et al. 2020}

Microbial food will fill the gaps of plant-based diets

As we move towards more sustainable plant-based diets, the role of innovative food sources like Solein becomes increasingly vital.

Solein, with its well-rounded macronutrient and micronutrient profile, is poised to address some of the nutritional gaps presented by plant-based diets while supporting a balanced and wholesome dietary regimen for future generations.*

_{*Nutrients, Mariotti & Gardner, 2019}
_{*Clinical Nutrition, Bakaloudi et al, 2021}
_{*European Journal of Nutrition, Pellinen et al, 2022}

While plant-based diets are adept at maintaining a healthy balance of fats and carbohydrates, the inclusion of microbial proteins like Solein can enhance this balance. Solein contributes beneficially with its content of unsaturated fatty acids and dietary fibers, without adding sugars or undesirable fats. It ensures that energy intake remains adequate, supported by its balanced provision of proteins, fats, and carbohydrates.
Moving away from animal-based foods will lead to better cholesterol levels. Solein supports this benefit as it contains no cholesterol. Additionally, its high dietary fibre content aids digestion and complements the fibre-rich nature of plant-based diets.
One challenge with plant-based diets is the lower bioavailability of certain minerals like iron. Solein addresses this by providing a source of iron that may be more readily absorbed than plant-based iron. Moreover, protein intake, often a concern in plant-based diets due to lower quantities and incomplete amino acid profiles, is robustly supplemented by Solein. It provides all nine essential amino acids, enhancing the overall quality and balance of protein intake.
Adequate intake of certain vitamins and micronutrients — such as riboflavin (B2), niacin (B3), vitamin B12, and D, along with iodine, zinc, calcium, potassium, and selenium — can be a concern in strictly plant-based diets. Here too, Solein plays a critical role by containing vitamins B12, B2, and B3, helping to ensure these nutrients are sufficiently represented in the diet.

Solein comes from a new kind of farm.

With Solein, we can grow the unseen fruits of nature. Solein does not require land. The agriculture happens on a cellular level. There’s no slaughter of animals, cleared forests, pesticides, or fertiliser runoffs.

Factory 01, our first commercial-scale production facility in Vantaa, Finland, marks a significant milestone in sustainable, efficient food production.

This facility, a landmark project within the European hydrogen economy, is capable of producing as much protein daily as a 300-cow dairy farm, but within the hygienic confines of our state-of-the-art bioreactors.

Our sights are set on further expansion with Factory 02 and beyond.

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When and where can I buy Solein?

As the world anticipates the wider availability of Solein, many are eager to know when and where they can purchase it.

With ongoing efforts to secure regulatory approvals across major markets including the EU, UK, and the USA, Solar Foods aims to introduce Solein to the United States by late 2024.

Singapore, a pioneer in food innovation, was the first to welcome Solein, granting approval for sales. This endorsement paves the way for broader global acceptance, with more regions expected to follow suit. Solein made its debut with an exclusive dinner to remember, captivating food enthusiasts with its versatility and sustainable profile.

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Your everyday revolution.

Changing how you think about food can turn everyday eating into a revolutionary act.

Solein aims to be the first food that is produced without farming and without fossil fuels since we were hunter-gatherers. When you gather around the table, you will be taking part in humanity’s next revolution.

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