Volta Greentech has secured 18 million SEK (approximately €1.7 million) in new investment, marking an important step toward the launch of its next-generation methane-reducing feed additive, Lome.
The funding round, led by Swedish industrial group Axel Johnson, strengthens Volta Greentech’s position as it prepares to bring its science-driven solution to market and scale its climate impact across the livestock sector.
Founded in 2019, the Swedish biotechnology company has now raised over 100 million SEK (approximately €9.5 million) to date. This latest investment will support continued research and development, as well as regulatory preparations for a planned European launch. Lome, Volta Greentech’s new feed additive, is designed to significantly cut methane emissions from ruminant livestock—addressing one of agriculture’s most persistent and challenging climate issues.
Tackling methane and energy loss
Methane produced in the rumen is not only a major source of greenhouse gas emissions from cattle and sheep—it also represents lost energy for the animal. Volta Greentech’s solution tackles this challenge directly. The feed additive gently inhibits methane-producing microbes in the rumen without disrupting natural digestive processes. By reducing what the company calls “energy leakage,” the additive helps improve feed efficiency and may even support productivity gains.
Innovation in additive production
A key development milestone for Volta Greentech has been its shift away from large-scale algae cultivation—an approach that initially showed promise but proved difficult to scale reliably. Instead, the company has replicated the specific methane-reducing properties found in certain algae, enabling a more precise, predictable, and resource-efficient production process. This innovation now forms the backbone of Volta’s commercial strategy, supporting the scalability required for widespread adoption.
Regulatory pathway and market entry
Currently, the company is finalising its regulatory application for approval within the EU. Once authorisation is granted, Lome is expected to be marketed broadly across Europe, offering farmers a practical tool to reduce emissions without altering established feeding systems. The additive is designed to integrate seamlessly into existing farm routines, an important consideration for commercial viability.
Prioritising animal welfare
Animal welfare remains central to the company’s research. Trials to date show that Lome supports normal rumen function and helps preserve feed energy that would otherwise be lost as methane. This makes the additive a strong fit for modern, efficiency-focused livestock operations.
Investor partnership strengthens mission
Axel Johnson, which has significant interests in the food sector, has been an investor in Volta Greentech for the past four years and has now taken the lead in the latest funding round. The group’s long-term approach to industrial innovation aligns closely with Volta’s mission to deliver scalable climate solutions.
Commenting on the investment, Volta Greentech CEO Fredrik Åkerman welcomed the strengthened partnership, emphasising that the additional capital will help accelerate the transition from scientific development to “real-world impact.”
Representatives from Axel Johnson’s investment arm, Novax, underscored the urgency of addressing methane emissions and highlighted Volta’s blend of strong scientific capability and commercial focus.
Next steps for Volta Greentech
With regulatory progress underway and new funding secured, Volta Greentech is now entering a crucial phase as it moves Lome from the laboratory into the hands of farmers.
