1849 is a biotechnology company enhancing metal extraction via biomining, focusing on challenging copper ores like chalcopyrite.
Founded
2024
Company Stage
Seed
YC Batch
S24
Product Features & Capabilities
biomining microbes for metal extraction, bioleaching solutions for difficult-to-process ores, faster metal extraction timelines, low CapEx sustainable metal extraction, applications in e-waste recycling, focus on low-grade copper ores like chalcopyrite