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Downforce Technologies granted US patent for novel methodology that underpins nature-based solutions to address climate change

Oct-2023


Downforce was granted United States Patent No: 11,790,410, (the “‘410 Patent”) for its novel methodology, which allows for robust assessment of soil organic carbon (SOC) and land management practices anywhere in the world, remotely and at scale. Underpinning its proprietary software, Downforce’s patented methodology provides science-based, data-driven insights and solutions for enhancing SOC as an essential natural capital component.

https://patentcenter.uspto.gov/applications/17977021

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“This is incredibly exciting and potentially a game changer. If we can combine this technology with what we are discovering with our farmers through our soil health initiative we will be able to tailor our land use plans, monitor our progress, and deliver on our pathway to net zero.”
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