Prithu Secures Seed Funding for Climate Tech Expansion
Climate-tech startup Prithu has raised ₹10 crore in a seed funding round led by Transition VC.
Prior to this, the Gurugram-based company had secured ₹38 lakh in an angel round, including support from the Startup India Seed Fund.
Focus on Carbon Removal and Agriculture
Founded in 2024 by Sunny Vaish, Prabal Tomar, and Abhinav Pandey, Prithu is building a full-stack carbon removal platform.
The startup focuses on nature-based solutions, including:
- Regenerative agriculture
- Agroforestry
- Biochar
- Biogas interventions
These solutions are converted into high-integrity carbon credits for global markets.
Use of Funds
The company plans to deploy the fresh capital to:
- Expand its farmer network
- Enhance blockchain-powered MRV (Monitoring, Reporting, Verification) systems
- Secure global carbon credit offtake agreements
This will help scale both supply and demand sides of the carbon credit ecosystem.
Addressing Key Environmental Challenges
Prithu is tackling major agricultural and environmental issues such as:
- Soil organic carbon depletion
- Crop residue burning
- Water stress
By integrating farmers into climate initiatives, the platform enables sustainable income opportunities while supporting environmental goals.
Market Opportunity in Carbon Credits
The global carbon market is witnessing rapid growth:
- Current size: $3–4 billion
- Projected size: $40–50 billion by 2030
This creates a significant opportunity for startups building scalable and credible carbon solutions.
Growth and Expansion Plans
Over the next 12–24 months, Prithu aims to:
- Expand to 5 lakh hectares under nature-based solutions
- Scale high-tech biochar projects
- Strengthen MRV technology
- Build international partnerships
- Enter new geographies
The company also targets sequestration of 20 million tonnes of CO₂e by 2030.
Competitive Landscape
Prithu operates in a growing climate-tech segment alongside players such as:
- Varaha
- Grow Indigo
- Mitti Labs
- Boomitra
The sector is attracting increasing attention due to its impact on sustainability and climate goals.
Final Thoughts
Prithu’s ₹10 crore seed funding highlights growing investor interest in climate technology and carbon markets.
By combining agriculture, technology, and carbon credit systems, the startup is addressing both environmental and economic challenges.
As global demand for verified carbon credits rises, platforms like Prithu could play a key role in enabling large-scale climate action while supporting farmers and sustainable practices.
