Feeding Farm Animals to Combat Climate Change

Welcome to XMET – Innovation for Sustainable Agriculture

At XMET, we are dedicated to transforming agriculture with our groundbreaking product: A mineral-coated carbon feed additive for cattle. Our innovative solution targets one of the most pressing challenges in livestock farming – methane emissions.

Methane, a potent greenhouse gas, significantly contributes to global warming. Traditional cattle farming practices result in substantial methane release, posing environmental concerns. XMET’s advanced feed additive works to effectively mitigate this issue.

Our product a meticulously engineered mineral-coated carbon, seamlessly integrates into cattle feed. This additive has been scientifically proven to reduce methane emissions from ruminant fermentation, promoting a more sustainable and environmentally-friendly farming approach.  And, after passing through the animal, our additive can enhance soil fertility, reduce nutrient run-off, and potentially increase carbon capture in the soil. 

With our solution, farmers can contribute to global efforts in combating climate change while enhancing their operational efficiency. Join us in our mission to create a sustainable future for agriculture. Explore our innovative solutions and discover how XMET is making a tangible difference in reducing the environmental footprint of livestock farming

The Founders

Dr. Tim Charlton

Tim’s blend of expertise in chemistry, microbiology, and sustainable practices positions him as a key contributor to XMET’s mission. His work in product formulation and certification and financial management ensures that XMET continues to innovate and lead in creating environmentally sustainable solutions.

Background and Expertise

Pharmacology (Hons):

  • Skilled in experimental design, research, and analytical techniques.

Microbiology (PhD):

  • Expertise in microbial analysis and a wide range of laboratory techniques.
  • Strong understanding of environmental impacts and sustainable processes.

Sustainable Materials and Process Design:

  • Focus on minimizing environmental impact and promoting sustainability

XMET Roles:

Material Formulation and Testing:

  • Development and testing of new materials to ensure high quality and performance.
  • Rigorous quality control processes.

Financial & Intellectual Property:

  • Effective budget management for R&D projects.
  • Knowledgeable in protecting innovations through patents and IP.

Product Regulation and Certification:

  • Ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
  • Familiar with certification processes and risk assessment

Mark (Maciej) Dzidowski

Mark brings a wealth of experience in manufacturing engineering, production management, and sustainable practices to XMET. His expertise spans process optimization, quality assurance, sales and marketing, and project management, making him a versatile leader committed to innovation and environmental responsibility.

Background and Expertise:

Manufacturing Engineering and Production Management:

  • Proficient in manufacturing processes for efficiency and quality.

Sales and Marketing:

  • Skilled in market analysis, sales strategy, and customer relationship management.

Project Management:

  • Expertise in project planning, execution, risk management, and team leadership.

Technology and Management:

  • Proficient in systems thinking and advanced research to promote sustainability.

XMET Roles:

Process Optimization:

• Expertise in enhancing efficiency, reducing resource consumption, and minimizing waste.
• Skilled in developing energy management strategies to reduce carbon footprints.

Sustainable Development:

• Skilled in creating policies and strategies for sustainable practices and engaging stakeholders.
• Proficient in implementing and managing ISO 9001 quality systems.

Design and Manufacturing Leadership:

• Heading the design and manufacturing of process equipment.
• Overseeing the integration of new equipment into existing processing plants to ensure seamless operation and improved efficiency.

The Why – Climate Change

Humanity stands at the edge of a cliff, facing an unprecedented and urgent crisis. Climate change, driven by global warming, threatens to push our planet past critical tipping points, beyond which recovery may be impossible. Current predictions Below.

The Alarming Reality
We have already surpassed a global temperature increase of 1.1 degrees Celsius above pre-industrial levels. This may seem like a small number, but its implications are profound and far-reaching.
The Tipping Points
At a temperature rise of 1.5 to 2 degrees Celsius, humanity faces a very high risk of catastrophic events.

(Attribution: McKay D.A. et al (2022) Exceeding 1.5°C global warming could trigger multiple climate tipping points. Science 377 1171)

Global warming threshold estimates for global core and regional impact climate tipping elements. (Attribution: McKay D.A. et al (2022) Exceeding 1.5°C global warming could trigger multiple climate tipping points. Science 377 1171)

The Problem – Agricultural Methane

At XMET, we are committed to addressing one of the major contributors to climate change: agricultural methane emissions. Agriculture is the largest source of methane from human activity, with 70% of this methane produced through the digestion of feed by ruminants like cattle and sheep. Notably, 95% of these methane emissions are expelled through belching. Methane accounts for 6% of all human greenhouse gas emissions. Our innovative solution targets this significant source of emissions, and we are dedicated to implementing it in the leading beef, dairy, and wool producing countries worldwide.

The Solution

Over the past 12 months, XMET has pioneered a groundbreaking material to significantly reduce methane emissions. Independent laboratory tests have shown that our formulations can reduce methane emissions by up to 90% while maintaining digestion efficiency.
A key point of difference and competitive advantage for XMET is that, after passing through the animal, our additive can enhance soil fertility, reduce nutrient run-off, and potentially capture carbon in the soil. These additional benefits arise from the unique form of carbon in our product and its interaction with the environment.

Business Model

XMET’s business model is built on two primary revenue streams:

  1. Royalties through Licensing: We license our intellectual property (IP) to third parties for specific territories, generating income through royalties. This approach allows us to leverage the expertise and market presence of established companies in various regions.
  2. Direct Sales through Partnerships: In markets where we seek more hands-on involvement, we establish partnerships for direct sales. This strategy enables us to maintain greater control over the product and its implementation, ensuring the highest standards of quality and performance.

Our ideal licensees or partners are feed formulators or veterinary pharmaceutical companies, as they are well-positioned to integrate our innovative solutions into their existing product lines and distribution networks.
Australia serves as an excellent launching pad for XMET, in part due to its significant vertical integration in agriculture.
When combined with XMET’s location in a major beef exporting country our technology offers a solution that can be rapidly scaled to meet significant market demand to reduce methane emissions from cattle and sheep.
Our strategic vision is to establish a commercial relationship with one or more business partners to advance this cutting-edge technology into a commercially viable feed additive for farmed ruminant livestock.

Market Size

The global cattle market is substantial and is predicted to grow by 50% by 2050. Currently, the global Serviceable Obtainable Market (SOM) is valued at $1.3 billion, offering significant room for growth. XMET is poised to capitalize on this expanding market with a solution that is not only commercially viable and proprietary but also delivers considerable environmental benefits.

Our methane-reducing feed additive provides a unique and impactful approach to addressing climate change, making it an attractive option for stakeholders across the beef, dairy, and wool industries. With the increasing demand for sustainable agricultural practices, XMET is well-positioned to realize the full potential of this global market

Roadmap

XMET is seeking Partners and Investors.

• Product optimization and scale-up
• 2 production sites (Aus)
• Certified product (Aus)
• Supply contracts (Aus)

Access to facilities and expertise

• Raw material supply and Feed formulation
• Feed trial sites and test methods
• Regulation compliance and certification

Access to markets

• National feed formulators and feedlots
• International markets: USA, Europe and South America

Expressions of interest

We are excited to invite expressions of interest for our novel technology. If you or your organization share our passion and commitment to reducing carbon emissions, we encourage you to get in touch with us.

Please feel free to contact Dr. Tim Charlton to express your interest or to request additional information. We welcome inquiries from individuals/organizations with diverse backgrounds, skills, and experiences.

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