# Galdieria

Startup profile on Capital Atlas: https://capitalatlas.ai/startups/galdieria

- Industry: Biotechnology
- Headquarters: Tokyo, Japan
- Website: https://galdieria.com
- Total disclosed funding: $1.7M
- Latest round: Series B (Oct 4, 2023)
- Investors on record: 2

## About

Based in Tokyo, Japan, and founded in 2015, Galdieria Co., Ltd., d.b.a Galdieria, a biotechnology firm focused on extracting metals from urban mines and industrial wastewater through the metal adsorption capabilities of a microalga known as Galdieria. The company is dedicated to the research and development of microalgae, including the sulfuric hot spring red algae Galdieria Sulphuraria, the production of pigments and other metabolites derived from microalgae, their use in cosmetics and food, and the advancement of environmental technologies for plants and microalgae.As of October 2023 is led by its CEO Hajime Tanimoto. In February 2025, Galdieria Co., Ltd. raised JPY 200 million in?venture funding? from Nippon Denko.

Galdieria Co., Ltd.'s primary focus is on harnessing the capabilities of extremophiles to drive sustainable resource cycling. The company has developed technologies that facilitate eco-friendly and self-sustainable circular economies. These solutions have the potential to revolutionize industries by reducing waste, conserving resources, and promoting environmental stewardship, and cater to industries involved in metal recycling, environmental remediation, and sustainable mining practices.

The company plans to use the February  2026 funding to support Anyplace’s growth by enhancing remote work solutions and providing high-quality living environments globally.

## Funding rounds

- Series B, Oct 4, 2023, $1.7M — Energy & Environment Investment, Miyako Capital

## Investors

- Energy & Environment Investment (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/energy-environment-investment) — Series B
- Miyako Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/miyako-capital) — Series B