Atierra
Okinawa, Japan
◆ Total Raised
$0.4M
◆ Stage
pre-seed
◆ Location
Okinawa, Japan
◆ Founded
2024
◆ Team size
1-10
◆ About Atierra
Microalgae-derived low-carbon feedstocks producer for sustainable aviation fuel (SAF).
◆ What sets it apart
Uses microalgae bioproduction to create low-carbon SAF feedstock oil with a focus on scalability, cost competitiveness, and quality stability.
◆ Sectors
◆ Business
Modelhardware
CustomerSustainable aviation fuel producers, aviation fuel supply-chain partners, and industrial partners seeking low-carbon feedstocks
◆ Notable
- Closed a JPY 60 million pre-seed round on 2026-08-31
- Round was led by Lifetime Ventures and the OIST-Lifetime Ventures Fund
- Originated from the Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology (OIST)
- Reported success producing oil from microalgae for SAF feedstock development
◆ Funding rounds
31 Aug 2026
Led by Lifetime Ventures, OIST-Lifetime Ventures Fund
With Yuri Group, Shinryo Fund
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◆ FAQ
What does Atierra do?
Microalgae-derived low-carbon feedstocks producer for sustainable aviation fuel (SAF).
Where is Atierra based?
Atierra is based in Okinawa, Japan, founded in 2024.
How much has Atierra raised?
Atierra has raised $0.4M in tracked funding and is currently at the pre-seed stage.
Who has invested in Atierra?
Investors in Atierra include Lifetime Ventures, OIST-Lifetime Ventures Fund, Yuri Group, Shinryo Fund and angel investors.