About us

We're tackling economically inefficient and environmentally harmful metal extraction in mining.

Unlocking trapped potential in mining.

We engineer biomolecules to advance metal extraction

$100M

A 5% increase in yield unlocks up to $100M in Revenues per mine

$200B

By 2025, we will be extracting over $200B of metals annually

$3T

Mining tailings contain around $3T worth of trapped metals

The Importance of Enhancing Extraction Technologies

Freeport-McMoRan, one of the world's largest copper producers, is turning to innovative processing technologies to boost copper production without the need for new mines.

"You think about 800 million pounds of copper a year—that’s the size of a big mine. That’s meaningful. Our team is working very aggressively to get that done."

Kathleen Quirk
CEO at Freeport-McMoRa
Unlocking Copper's Full Potential with Technology

BHP is leveraging advanced digital technologies to improve copper production at its existing mines, focusing on maximizing value as new economic discoveries become scarce.

"We expect the next big wave in mining to come from the advanced use of digital technologies. As grades decline at existing copper mines and fewer new economic discoveries are made, next-generation technologies like artificial intelligence, machine learning, and data analytics will need to be used to unlock more production and value from our existing mines."

Laura Tyler
Chief Technical Officer at BHP
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Decarbonizing our energy system requires a fundamental shift in the materials we rely on. In this new era, metals and minerals will replace hydrocarbons as the backbone of energy storage and transmission.

These minerals possess crucial properties that enhance energy capture, storage, and distribution. As a result, they are essential to green technologies like wind turbines, solar panels, batteries, and energy grids.

The Problem

The global energy transition, crucial for combating climate change, hinges on a hidden challenge: securing critical minerals. These minerals are the building blocks of clean energy technologies, from electric vehicles to solar panels. However, as demand surges, high-grade deposits are depleting, leaving us with lower-quality ores that are increasingly difficult and environmentally costly to extract.

At Giraffe Bio, we're tackling this challenge head-on. Our breakthrough lies in harnessing the power of biology to revolutionize mining. We design custom biomolecules that act as precision tools, each tailored to extract specific minerals from unique geological profiles. This means we can efficiently process complex, low-grade deposits that were previously uneconomical or environmentally problematic.

Our Approach
Molecule Discovery
Mineral Valuation
Automation
Safety Profiles
Site Analysis
Analytics
Insights
ESG
Trusted by Industry Leaders
MISSION
We unlock
 
the potential of mineral deposits,
 
making extraction 
 
more efficient and sustainable - a win-win for the planet and industry.
Frequently asked questions
How can I work with you?
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We are open to partnerships and collaborations to advance sustainable mining solutions.

What is your competitive advantage?
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Scalable platform for multiple metals and industries. Tailored solutions for specific geological needs. Unlocks value from low-grade deposits. Environmentally friendly, reducing water and chemical use.

Why is now the right time for Giraffe Bio?
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Technological advancements make our solution timely: AI capabilities have significantly improved. High-throughput processing is now more accessible. Biological advancements enable cost-effective proprietary molecule libraries.

What is your business model?
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We follow a B2B model, partnering with mining companies to increase yields and reduce costs.

What is the current stage of development?
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We are conducting lab-scale pilots in partnership with mining companies.