Green Earth Aerogel Technologies, S.L. (GEAT) is a materials science company based in Barcelona, Spain, that has established itself as a significant producer of aerogels in the country. Founded in 2009 by Fortunato Cardenas, Marco Martin, and Juan Quiles, the company focuses on producing advanced insulation materials designed to increase energy efficiency and reduce energy consumption. The firm operates in the clean technology and advanced materials sectors, serving industries that require high-performance insulation, such as construction, oil and gas, and aerospace. GEAT’s core B2B revolves around a proprietary process for manufacturing aerogels from agricultural waste, specifically rice husks. This approach positions their products as more environmentally friendly and potentially lower-cost alternatives to conventional aerogels, which have historically relied on more expensive and toxic components. The company produces a range of aerogel products, including blocks, granules, powders for paint additives, and pellets for translucent insulation. These materials are nanoporous and offer superior thermal insulation properties. For instance, their silica aerogel derived from rice husk ash is noted for being an excellent insulator that also allows light to pass through. The company has gained recognition through participation in several international competitions, including being a finalist in the Nanochallenge in Italy (2010), the Gigabit Challenge in Kansas (2011), the Rice University B2B Plan Competition (2012), and Startupbootcamp in the Netherlands (2013). Following its participation in the accelerator, GEAT secured an undisclosed amount of seed funding from Startupbootcamp in October 2013. The company’s work has also been recognized by the WWF as a «Climate Solver» for its potential to impact the global insulation market and contribute to CO2 emissions reduction. Keywords: aerogel production, advanced insulation, nanoporous materials, energy efficiency, clean technology, sustainable materials, rice husk waste, silica aerogel, thermal insulation, construction materials, green technology, polymer extenders, paint additives, Startupbootcamp, circular economy, eco-friendly materials, industrial insulation, CO2 reduction
