# Intrinsic Foundries

Startup profile on Capital Atlas: https://capitalatlas.ai/startups/intrinsic-foundries

- Industry: Biotechnology
- Headquarters: Boston, US
- Website: www.i-foundries.com
- Total disclosed funding: $1.3M
- Latest round: Seed (Feb 17, 2026)
- Investors on record: 1

## About

Based in the US, Intrinsic Foundries develops innovative biotechnological solutions that convert industrial carbon emissions into high-value biochemicals and materials, addressing environmental challenges while creating sustainable revenue streams.Intrinsic Foundries specializes in transforming carbon emissions into valuable biochemicals and materials. Founded in 2023 in Boston, US, the company has made its first deal in February 2026 and has raised a total of INR 120 million in SEED funding, led by Transition Venture Capital. This funding will facilitate the company's growth in pilot operations and research. The founder's Shreyansh Jain and Cesar Tapia prior experience in establishing other companies is not documented.Intrinsic Foundries specializes in advanced biotechnological solutions through its proprietary Carbon Biofoundry platform, effectively transforming industrial carbon emissions into high-value biochemicals and materials. This innovative approach targets CO2 generated from cement plants, steel mills, and food and beverage facilities, addressing the pressing environmental challenge of industrial waste by creating sustainable revenue streams. The company's flagship offerings include next-generation photobioreactor systems that efficiently capture and convert CO2 into biomass, as well as a range of biochemicals that serve multiple industries, including agriculture, consumer goods, and pharmaceuticals. Intrinsic Foundries aims to penetrate global markets, focusing on regions with robust industrial activity such as North America, Europe, and Asia, where the demand for sustainable and eco-friendly chemical solutions is rapidly growing.The revenue structure of Intrinsic Foundries is centered around B2B transactions, engaging directly with industrial clients and partners in sectors that generate significant carbon emissions. The company operates on a partnership model, collaborating with various facilities to implement its biorefinery systems, resulting in shared economic benefits from the conversion of waste into valuable products. Transactions typically involve long-term contracts for the deployment of the Carbon Biofoundry platform, with clients receiving ongoing support and maintenance services as part of their agreements. Specific pricing plans for individual services or products have not been disclosed, but clients benefit from tailored solutions that correspond to their unique operational needs and emission profiles, fostering a sustainable model that enhances their productivity while minimizing environmental impact.In February 2026, Intrinsic Foundries raised INR 120 million in SEED funding led by Transition Venture Capital. The company plans to use this funding to expand pilot operations, support research and development, hire technical and commercial staff, and establish a US base. As part of its growth strategy, Intrinsic Foundries is designing new products to enhance its biotechnological offerings targeted for launch in upcoming years. Furthermore, the company aims to expand into new global markets, particularly focusing on regions with significant industrial activity such as North America, Europe, and Asia.

## Funding rounds

- Seed, Feb 17, 2026, $1.3M — Transition Venture Capital

## Investors

- Transition Venture Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/transition-venture-capital) — Seed