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Greenlight Biosciences
GreenLight Biosciences employs the Unconstrained Metabolism(R) technology platform to produce sustainable chemicals and fuels
About Greenlight Biosciences
Greenlight Biosciences was founded in 2008 by Andrey Zarur and Marta Ortega-Valle with a mission to harness the power of RNA to address critical challenges in agriculture and human health. The company set out to develop innovative RNA-based solutions that could transform the way we approach pest control and crop management, aiming for a more sustainable and equitable food system.
In its journey, Greenlight Biosciences achieved a significant milestone in August 2021 by going public through a $1.2 billion SPAC merger with Environmental Impact Acquisition Corp. This move provided the company with the necessary capital to expand its research and development efforts and bring its groundbreaking products to a broader market.
Continuing its trajectory of growth and innovation, Greenlight Biosciences announced in May 2023 that it would be acquired by Fall Line Capital in a go-private transaction. This acquisition marked a new chapter for the company, allowing it to focus on long-term strategic goals without the pressures of public market fluctuations.
Throughout its history, Greenlight Biosciences has remained committed to its founding vision, leveraging RNA technology to create solutions that not only improve agricultural productivity but also promote environmental sustainability. The company's journey reflects a steadfast dedication to innovation and impact, positioning it as a leader in the field of biosciences.
Source: Dealroom company dataAt a glance
- Status
- Acquired
- Founded
- 2008
- Headquarters
- Medford, United States
- Employees
- 179
- Open positions
- 1
- Dealroom signal
- 65.3/100
- Industry
- Health
- Sub-industry
- Pharmaceutical, BioTechnology, AgriTech
- Sector
- Biotech & Life Sciences, Biotechnology, Crop Protection, Genetics and genomics, Chemistry, Synthetic Biology, RNA, Sustainable Development Goals
- Technology
- Deep Tech
- Business model
- Manufacturing
- Client focus
- b2c
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Funding history
Company financing events and reported valuations.
| Deal type | Date | Amount | Valuation | Investors | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GROWTH EQUITY VCOther financing | Mar 2025 | $25M | — | Just Climate | ↗ |
| DEBTDebt | Feb 2025 | $39M | — | European Investment Bank | ↗ |
Financials
Revenue, earnings and other financial measures where available. Years marked “E” are estimates.
Growth signals
Latest recorded traffic for Greenlight Biosciences is 3.3K monthly website visits, up 37.5% over the last three months. Greenlight Biosciences's team declined 34.4% over the past year.
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Investors
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Series A2 investors entered at this stage
- KPKodiak Venture Partners
Khosla Ventures
Series B and later21 investors entered at this stage
Syngenta Ventures
Fall Line Capital
S2G Investments
Lewis & Clark Ventures- RCRivas Capital
Robert W. Baird & Co.
Prelude Ventures
Xeraya Capital
Baird Capital
Flu Lab
BNP Paribas
Morningside
Hudson Bay Capital Management- PIPura Vida Investments
Spruce Capital Partners- MFMalaysian Life Sciences Capital Fund
Cormorant Asset Management
Continental Grain- ECEnvironmental Impact Acquisition Corp
European Investment Bank
Just Climate
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