Micrea

Micrea is an innovative technology company transforming the way the world processes organic waste and biomass. Co-founded by Philip Duggan (CEO) and Danny Graham, Micrea began as a collaboration under an Innovate UK project. The duo combined complementary expertise—Philip’s background in R&D and material science with Danny’s extensive knowledge of microwave systems and engineering—to launch a company targeting market gaps in advanced microwave processing.

At its core, Micrea is driven by disruptive microwave technology, enabling efficient, scalable, and sustainable processing of materials. With four original prototype microwave systems developed, Micrea can process liquids, solids, and gases continuously, offering breakthrough capabilities in:

• Plant-based protein extraction: for use in food, bioplastics, and nutraceuticals.

• Biofuel production: turning biomass into energy-dense, clean-burning fuel pellets.

• Graphene: using low-grade graphite and creating high-purity graphene while removing several energy intensive and time consuming steps, removing impurities and creating value for electronics and energy storage.

• Biochar: Carbon capture and functional construction additives

Micrea’s microwave methods are rapid, energy-saving, and hard to replicate, positioning the company as a leader in the waste-to-value space. Their circular approach supports environmental goals by diverting waste from landfills, enhancing soil health, and providing clean energy.

Market-wise, Micrea is poised for growth in industries forecasted to exceed billions in revenue, including:

Global connections with projects across Australia, Singapore, South Africa, and Nigeria