CO₂-Derived Protein Bars

Under its Gutsy brand, Fermenta is set to introduce gluten-free, animal-free protein bars in early 2026, and they will be among the first Solein-powered products available to consumers in the United States. These protein bars make the most of what Solein calls "the most sustainable protein," using carbon capture to turn CO₂ into food. “The consumer demand for different health and performance nutrition products is growing rapidly. Solein excels as an ingredient in this category, offering customers a highly versatile ingredient with exceptional nutrition, functionality, and taste, while drastically reducing environmental impact," said Troels Nørgaard, Chief Commercial and Product Officer at Solar Foods. "Produced via an innovative gas fermentation method, a highly efficient and scalable technology, Solein can address the significant global protein supply challenge while minimizing the risk for supply restraints."