In a major step toward reshaping America’s industrial supply chain, Washington-based materials startup Homeostasis has raised $1.2 million in pre-seed funding. The round includes $600,000 from private investors and matching funds from the Washington Department of Commerce.
Investors backing the startup’s mission include Kayak Ventures, the Shakopee Mdewakanton Sioux Community, and several forward-thinking angel investors. This development follows recent reports on how massive U.S. startups are becoming.
At the heart of Homeostasis’ mission is solving one of America’s growing industrial vulnerabilities—reliance on foreign supplies for high-purity engineered graphite. Graphite is essential for energy storage, advanced batteries, and nuclear technologies—cornerstones of America’s power infrastructure. With demand soaring, supply chain disruptions threaten national competitiveness and energy independence.
Transforming CO₂ Waste Into a Critical Resource
Recognized as a critical mineral by both the U.S. Department of Defense and Department of Energy, graphite’s importance can’t be overstated. Homeostasis is stepping up to address this national priority.
“Our technology turns CO₂ from a liability into an asset,” said Dr. Julien Lombardi, Co-Founder and Chief Science Officer. “By transforming excess carbon emissions into an abundant feedstock, we strengthen America’s energy infrastructure while unlocking new value from waste CO₂.”
Using modular, portable electrochemical reactors, Homeostasis aims to produce graphite domestically—eliminating the need for risky imports. Their reactors can be deployed at industrial sites, converting captured carbon dioxide emissions into valuable graphite and other carbon materials.
A Game-Changer for Carbon Capture and Clean Energy
For industrial companies grappling with how to capture and store their CO₂ emissions, Homeostasis offers a novel solution. Unlike complex carbon capture systems that require costly infrastructure and long-term storage plans, Homeostasis’ bolt-on technology is designed for fast deployment.
“We’ve listened to customers who are eager to cut emissions but held back by geopolitical risks, long project timelines, and skyrocketing costs,” explained Makoto Eyre, Co-Founder and CEO. “Our system solves those problems by synthesizing critical materials—like graphite—directly from CO₂. It’s fast, domestic, and cost-effective.”
With this fresh funding, Homeostasis plans to accelerate reactor development and make key technical hires in 2025. Their bold vision? To turn waste carbon into a strategic advantage for America’s energy future.
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