Arbor Energy

A big day for Arbor: we’ve partnered with Microsoft to deliver 25,000 tons of permanent carbon removal while generating clean, reliable electricity. This collaboration is a profound step toward realizing our vision of a planet in balance. At Arbor, we believe in the beauty of what’s possible when human ingenuity aligns with the wisdom of nature. Our innovative system turns organic waste into clean electricity while removing CO2 from the atmosphere—healing the planet while accelerating the path to a clean power grid. Beginning in 2027, we’ll deliver 5,000 tons of carbon removal each year for Microsoft registered under Isometric's protocol, all?while producing always-on electricity. Together, we’re proving that we can erase the emissions of the past while powering a thriving future. This is just the beginning. Read about the deal in Axios: https://lnkd.in/g-TT_N_Y Read the press release: https://lnkd.in/gXxwiaKx

We had the honor of welcoming representatives from the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) to Arbor to share our progress, walk them through our hardware, and dive into the details of our system. We discussed how our technology—fueled by the DOE’s Carbon Negative Shot initiative—can scale carbon-negative power in the years ahead to meet the urgent demands of both climate and energy. With our pilot facility on the horizon, this visit marked an important milestone as we bring this technology to life. Our thanks to the DOE team for their thoughtful questions, their belief in innovation, and their partnership in building a future where clean power and carbon removal work hand in hand to bring the planet into balance.

We’re grateful to Gigascale Capital for spotlighting Arbor in their latest newsletter! It’s a great introduction to how we’re reimagining what’s possible: clean, reliable power that removes legacy emissions.

Last week, Arbor’s headquarters was alive with energy as we welcomed over 120 guests to celebrate a pivotal moment in Arbor’s journey: unveiling the hardware for our 1MW pilot system, ATLAS. ATLAS represents the culmination of two years of rigorous design and testing. Set to begin firing this December, this system will demonstrate how organic waste can be transformed into clean, reliable electricity while permanently removing CO2 from the atmosphere. It’s a tangible step toward achieving our vision of carbon-negative power at scale. Our guests had the opportunity to see our hardware up close, learn about the system’s groundbreaking design, and hear how ATLAS will pave the way for our first commercial project: a 5MW facility set to launch in 2027. The conversations were lively and inspiring, centered on how Arbor’s technology can help meet the world’s growing energy needs while addressing the urgent challenge of emissions. A special thank you to everyone who joined us, including investors, partners, suppliers, a representative from the office of Congressman Ted Lieu, and City of El Segundo mayor Drew Boyles. As ATLAS prepares for its first fire, we’re honored to celebrate with all those who support Arbor’s mission.

Last week, Arbor’s headquarters was alive with energy as we welcomed over 120 guests to celebrate a pivotal moment in Arbor’s journey: unveiling the hardware for our 1MW pilot system, ATLAS. ATLAS represents the culmination of two years of rigorous design and testing. Set to begin firing this December, this system will demonstrate how organic waste can be transformed into clean, reliable electricity while permanently removing CO2 from the atmosphere. It’s a tangible step toward achieving our vision of carbon-negative power at scale. Our guests had the opportunity to see our hardware up close, learn about the system’s groundbreaking design, and hear how ATLAS will pave the way for our first commercial project: a 5MW facility set to launch in 2027. The conversations were lively and inspiring, centered on how Arbor’s technology can help meet the world’s growing energy needs while addressing the urgent challenge of emissions. A special thank you to everyone who joined us, including investors, partners, suppliers, a representative from the office of Congressman Ted Lieu, and City of El Segundo mayor Drew Boyles. As ATLAS prepares for its first fire, we’re honored to celebrate with all those who support Arbor’s mission.

The future of carbon-negative power is taking shape—right here, right now. After final inspections, our power skid arrived at Arbor's headquarters for integration with our hardware. Soon, this system will serve as the cornerstone of our first pilot, demonstrating how organic waste can become clean, reliable electricity while permanently removing CO2 from the atmosphere. What once existed as design schematics is now metal, circuits, and systems coming together to bring our vision of carbon-negative power technology to life. It’s all happening, and we couldn’t be more energized by what’s ahead.

We’re thrilled to be named one of Fast Company’s 2024 Next Big Things in Tech! This recognition comes at an exciting time for Arbor. With our first pilot deployment in sight, we’re gearing up for real-world impact, turning our vision for carbon-negative power into a tangible reality. By transforming organic waste into clean electricity and locking away CO2 for good, Arbor’s system is poised to help bring the planet into balance. https://lnkd.in/eEPxgWJh #FCTechAwards #climatetech #cleanpower #CDR

We were honored to participate in M-Lab’s Open Innovation Platform in Silicon Valley. Founded by top Japanese corporations, M-Lab | Open Innovation Platform builds bridges between U.S. startups and Japanese industry leaders, fueling collaboration and shared innovation. This event focused on global sustainability challenges, gathering four startups—including Arbor—to engage with forward-thinking Japanese companies like Mitsubishi Corporation (Americas), ENEOS, Yazaki Corporation, Tokio Marine Group, Mitsubishi HC Capital America, Inc., Nitto Denko Corporation, and Mitsubishi Research Institute. Our CEO, Brad Hartwig, presented Arbor’s vision for transforming organic waste into clean, carbon-negative power and explored how our technology can help advance the sustainability goals of these industry leaders. Brad and our Head of Operations & Supply Chain Miho Beal even got a unique look into M-Lab’s operations through a VR tour. A heartfelt thanks to M-Lab, Xploration Partners, and all who made this event possible. This kind of global, cross-industry dialogue is exactly the kind of momentum needed to turn the vision of sustainable change into a lasting reality.

Meet Farrah Powell, PhD, Sr. Program Manager and founding team member at Arbor. Farrah’s deep connection to the natural world is reflected in both her work and her life. Whether she’s climbing, surfing, or free diving, her love for the outdoors fuels her commitment to building a more balanced future for our planet. Before joining Arbor, Farrah focused on ocean conservation, earning a PhD in environmental science with a focus on climate change impact modeling and adaptation strategies for climate-vulnerable communities. Her work on saving the world’s oceans sharpened her understanding of the urgent need for climate action and sparked a desire to scale her impact beyond the coastline. Joining Arbor offered the opportunity to pursue real, giga-scale change—where clean power generation and carbon removal work in harmony to bring balance to our planet. At Arbor, Farrah’s work ensures that our projects are deeply rooted in the communities we serve. She collaborates with local governments, community organizations, and workforce development partners, aligning our project plans with regional needs to ensure they bring tangible, lasting benefits to the people and places we serve. Farrah also ensures we rigorously measure the environmental impact of our processes and products with transparency, keeping the planet’s health at the center of everything we do.

Members of our team—Sutton, Josh, and Nathan—recently attended Trellis Group's #VERGE24 and returned energized by the momentum in climate tech. What once centered on early innovation and raising initial funding has evolved into a collective focus on commercializing and scaling real, impactful solutions. And it’s no longer just about the technical hurdles; the conversation has grown to the broader frameworks needed for sustainable growth, from building diverse teams to structuring legal contracts and financial underwriting. Power was a key theme at the event. Companies beyond the climate space—like Nike and Home Depot—are actively working to procure clean power and integrate it into their operations. We saw thoughtful discussions on how emerging technologies will shape tomorrow’s power systems, alongside honest reflections on how decisions made decades ago influence today’s build-out constraints. Seeing this movement embrace clean power innovations like Arbor’s fuels our optimism. It’s inspiring to witness the growth and dedication flowing into building a future in true harmony with our planet.