The plan
Three phases
The following is our 3-step plan, ultimately resulting in our ability to implement the best technology in real-world applications. The goal is to find this solution, implement it at-scale, and educate the general public.
Survey the literature and identify research institutions that are best suited to tackle the issues presented in our mission. By connecting with these institutions, we will choose which are best suited for our goals and present a call for proposals where technologies for carbon capture will be of emphasis.
Based on the effectiveness, costs, and conversion process of the carbon capture technologies, the few most promising technologies presented from Phase One will be selected. The selected technologies will receive funding (3-4 years) to scale-up the technology with full lab tests and optimization of the technology.
The best 1-2 technologies from Phase Two will be selected for scale-up pilot studies. Implementation of the best technology in real world application. Education of general public through conference attendance/presentations, hosting of events, and media outreach will continue.
Market opportunity
Carbon is the building block of life. Almost anything can be made from CO2, but here are a few examples of sellable products that can be made today.
Market scale (annual). MT: million tons, imperial; B: $1 billion USD. Source: https://aaqr.org/articles/aaqr-13-10-ir-0326.pdf
Milestones
$100k, 100% internal
$400k internal research, $600k external research
$4M internal research, $6M external research
$5M internal engineering, $95M external engineering, construction
100% of royalty payments are spent internally on scholarships, marketing, public relations, education, and outreach
Team
Co-Founder & CEO
Grant Thomas is a commercial litigator with a focus on intellectual property. He continues to work with several start-up clients to develop their platforms. His passion for promulgating climate change solutions led him to co-found Zephyro.
Co-Founder & CFO
MS from Drexel University, majoring in Mechanical Engineering. Charles holds dual degrees in entrepreneurship and engineering management. He is passionate about preserving our world’s oceans and natural wonders.
Co-Founder & CTO
Ph.D. in Biomedical Engineering, interest in synthetic chemistry, plasma chemistry, catalysis, and plasma engineering. Principal Investigator/Co-PI on multiple government and private grants. Dreams to use 25+ years of knowledge to improve our children’s future.
Ramp-up phase
Ramp-up funds
$10,000 received of $100,000
$90,000 remaining
