Puro.earth Secures €11 M Series B Financing Led by Nasdaq with Participation from Fortum Innovation & Venturing to strengthen its supplier infrastructure

Core Insights - Puro.earth has raised €11 million in a Series B funding round led by Nasdaq, aimed at enhancing its carbon credit certification infrastructure [1][2] - The funding will support initiatives such as more frequent issuance of carbon removal credits and the integration of digital measurement tools [1][2] - Puro.earth's growth is marked by advancements in its biochar methodology and the launch of an API for streamlined carbon removal trading [2][3] Company Overview - Puro.earth is a leading platform for engineered carbon dioxide removal (CDR), having issued over 1 million CO2 Removal Certificates (CORCs) [3][4] - The company focuses on durable carbon removal solutions, certifying suppliers who store carbon for at least 100 years [4] - Major corporations like Microsoft and Shopify purchase CORCs to neutralize their carbon emissions [4] Strategic Partnerships - Nasdaq's investment reinforces its commitment to scaling high-integrity carbon removal markets globally [2][3] - The collaboration aims to enhance transparency and operational capacity in carbon markets, making CDR a credible investment solution [3] - Fortum Innovation & Venturing is also involved, focusing on supporting technologies for a carbon-neutral future [8]