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Rabobank Startups
Rabobank Startups
Rabobank is world leader in food & agri, with a dedicated strategy which contributes to the economic success of its clients and the communities in which they operate while also helping to feed the world sustainably.
Thermeleon has developed the world’s first passive Heat Battery for high-tech greenhouses, reducing energy use by 15–30% while improving crop climate stability. Using Phase Change Materials to store and release surplus solar heat without electricity, the system lowers CO₂ losses, eases grid pressure, and provides a cost-effective alternative to conventional greenhouse heating.
Grovero makes fresh, local food production more accessible through compact automated growing systems. Using Microfarm technology and MiniGro units, it enables high-quality produce to be grown near consumption points while efficiently using space and water. By combining practical cultivation technology with smart operations, Grovero supports resilient, sustainable, resource-efficient agriculture globally.