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Inplanet: CO2 removal through rock weathering
The Munich-based climatetech company Inplanet uses the natural weathering of silicate rock to bind CO2 quickly and permanently. With an innovative MRV system and global approach, the startup wants to create a scalable solution for climate protection. Founder and CEO Felix Harteneck provides deeper insights into the innovative process and the startup’s objectives. First published on: June 23, 2025

Inplanet raises 4.3 million euros
The German-Brazilian climate tech startup Inplanet has closed its seed round with 4.3 million euros. The fresh capital is intended to support the company in its mission to remove one million tonnes of CO2 from the atmosphere by 2026.

Forbes 30 under 30 Europe: 9 Munich startups on the lists
Year after year, the US business magazine Forbes identifies young European entrepreneurs and innovators who have made a special impact on the development of their industry and beyond: the “30 under 30 Europe”. Among the 300 young talents in 10 different categories, there are also quite a few from Munich.

Inplanet receives €1.2 million for atmospheric CO2 removal
The German-Brazilian startup based in Munich, Inplanet, is developing a method for removing CO2 from the atmosphere. Investors such as Carbon Removal Partners, Übermorgen Ventures, Trellis Road, Katapult VC, and the Carbon Drawdown Initiative are now putting €1.2 million into the startup.