Gaia EnviroTech

Gaia EnviroTech, founded in 2017 by Elizabeth Lewis-Gray and Sandy Gray, operates from Ballarat, Victoria, providing bioenergy and waste management services. The company originated as a division of Gekko Systems, a firm specializing in energy-efficient technologies for the mining sector. This foundation provided Gaia with extensive engineering and design capabilities from its inception. Founder and Chair, Elizabeth Lewis-Gray, leveraged her experience and Gekko Systems' resources to address organic waste management costs and the need for on-demand renewable energy. Co-founder and Technical Director, Sandy Gray, is a globally recognized inventor and innovator.

The company's core business is the decarbonization of industries such as food manufacturing, agriculture, hospitality, and retail by transforming organic waste into renewable energy and valuable by-products. Its business model includes providing end-to-end waste management solutions that are modular and scalable. Under a unique service model, Gaia can deliver, fund, operate, and maintain the waste management infrastructure, which simplifies the process for its clients. The company targets clients dealing with high volumes of organic waste, offering them a way to reduce both disposal costs and their carbon footprint. In January 2024, Gaia EnviroTech secured a significant investment from RFC Ambrian Funds Management to scale its operations and accelerate expansion in the Australian and New Zealand markets.

Gaia EnviroTech's primary offerings are its Anaerobic Digestion (AD) and In-Vessel Rapid Composting systems. The AD systems are modular, using a multi-stage process to break down biodegradable material without oxygen, which optimizes the production of carbon-neutral biogas. This biogas can then be used as a source for gas, heat, or electricity. The modular design, often utilizing recycled shipping containers, allows for scalability, low-cost delivery, and quick installation. The In-Vessel Rapid Composter offers a turn-key solution to convert organic wastes, including food and green organics (FOGO), into nutrient-rich compost, creating a potential revenue stream for clients. Additionally, the company provides shredding services and operates a bio-laboratory for feedstock analysis and performance testing.

Keywords: organic waste management, bioenergy solutions, anaerobic digestion, in-vessel composting, renewable energy, waste-to-energy, circular economy, decarbonization, food waste solutions, agricultural waste, biogas production, modular biodigester, sustainable agriculture, FOGO processing, resource recovery, environmental technology, renewable gas, cleantech, commercial composting, bio-laboratory services