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Hey there!
Welcome to our family start-up, led by Juta and Edgars—Ecotechnology Masters students at RTU Liepaja Academy, Latvia. Our passion lies in researching and implementing nature-based technology to enhance air quality. After an extensive search for the perfect plant, we realized the solution was right in our backyard.
Living in the forest next to the sea, amidst natural air purifiers, we were shocked to experience the stark contrast in air quality when venturing into cities. Witnessing the widespread impact of poor air quality inspired our mission to make a difference. While we may not change the world overnight, our technology represents a small yet significant step towards breathing cleaner air.
Join us on our journey to contribute to a healthier environment—one breath at a time!
Embarking on our journey, we've had the pleasure of connecting with extraordinary individuals who resonate with our values. As of November 2023, our team proudly welcomed Līga Strazdiņa, a distinguished moss expert and Ph.D. biologist. The synergy of minds doesn't stop there—our collaboration extends to over 30 experts hailing from diverse fields such as environment, biology, business, and construction. The invaluable insights garnered from these consultations, coupled with the robust support from our university, form the bedrock of our groundbreaking research
Research
1st prize at BIMHack Latvia'23
BIMHack 2023 is a construction innovation hackathon that combines aspects of sustainability, safety and productivity. During BIMHack 2023, participants are invited to develop new, innovative solutions and technologies in the field of digitization and productivity improvement of the construction industry (source).
We presented our solution to a panel of discerning judges in the construction field—a pivotal moment for MossHub. Achieving validation from industry experts was crucial, as it allowed us to identify the most suitable materials that not only withstand diverse weather conditions but also align with circular economy principles.
We meticulously calculated our CO2 footprint and were pleased to discover that our solution achieves a CO2-negative status within the first three months. Over the long term, the oxygen conversion rate of our display surpasses the CO2 footprint generated by growing moss, constructing the display, and maintaining it over 20 years. This revelation is a significant milestone for us and a key factor in shaping the future of our product.
Our gratitude extends to RTU Science and Innovation Centre, WindHackers, and all the experts, judges, and fellow contestants who made this week truly exceptional. The experience gained is invaluable, and securing the 1st place trophy feels surreal—we hope this dream lasts!
"Rīgas Meži" special prize at Climathon Latvia'23
Climathon is an international and annual initiative launched by EIT Climate-KIC, which takes place in more than 65 countries. Climathon hackathons are organized on a variety of topics, but at the heart of these events are the development of innovative solutions to mitigate the effects of climate change, promote sustainable energy use, improve urban infrastructure and build more sustainable communities. 2023 hackathon focused on air quality monitoring and control, which would be specially adapted to urban conditions (source).
Our primary goal for this hackathon was to develop a prototype and garner expert insights, objectives we not only achieved but also emerged with a special prize from a significant stakeholder for us—Rīgas Meži (Riga Forests). This experience has been truly rewarding.
1st place in Urban Mobility hackathon Latvia
The aim of the hackathon was to create innovative solutions to improve urban mobility within 48 hours.
“Every year the hackathon proves that when like-minded people come together, new ideas and concepts are born to tackle different challenges. I hope that the teams will continue to develop their ideas and test their prototypes in Riga in the near future,” says Inese Andersone, Member of the Riga City Council, and Head of the City Development Committee.
The Urban Mobility Incubator is supported by the EIT Urban Mobility Knowledge and Innovation Community and organised by the innovation movement Vefresh together with Riga City Council and Riga Technical University (source).
Participating in and winning this hackathon served as the initial validation for our idea, propelling us to delve even deeper into our work! We not only secured valuable expert consultations but also established crucial contacts for future collaborations. This pivotal moment marked the inception of MossHub!
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We welcome collaboration and connections with open arms, recognizing the inherent value in every individual we encounter. Your input is just as meaningful to us, so feel free to reach out without hesitation. We look forward to connecting with you!
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