Air Protein
Food and Beverage ServicesCalifornia, United States11-50 Employees
Air Protein is a San Leandro-based food company developing protein produced without the use of arable land, drawing inputs from the air to create a protein-rich product. The approach is described as carbon-negative, aiming to reduce the environmental footprint associated with traditional protein production while delivering nutritious foods. In its stated view, this work demonstrates that protein can be produced in a way that minimizes planetary harm. The company operates within the food and beverage sector and has a relatively small to midsize team. In 2024, it announced the development of a low-carbon footprint protein ingredient intended to help reduce greenhouse gas emissions from agriculture. With headquarters in San Leandro, California, Air Protein is part of the U.S. West Coast ecosystem focused on innovative, sustainable food solutions.