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EXE Engineering

EXE Engineering has developed a patented technology to increase landfill gas (LFG) capture by up to 50%, reducing methane emissions and promoting cleaner energy production. Their innovative solution replaces manual regulation with smart control software that optimizes methane extraction, enhancing energy recovery and reducing CO₂ emissions. This automated system includes predictive models and a 3D dashboard for anomaly detection and maintenance. The solution has proven highly effective, increasing biogas collection by up to 70% and saving over 12,000 tons of CO₂ equivalent emissions annually. Additionally, they recover over 8,000 tons of waste per year, supporting circular economy initiatives. The “EXE Station” technology is patented in Italy and pending in the EU and USA.
2019
2-10
Poggibonsi, Toscana, Italy
Biomass EnergyCarbon CaptureEnergyEnergy ManagementEnvironmental EngineeringIndustrial AutomationInternet of ThingsOil and GasRenewable EnergySustainabilityWaste Management

Innovation

Industry Problem

EXE aims to solve the problem of inefficient landfill biogas collection and the resulting methane emissions, which contribute to environmental pollution and energy loss. They also address the broader challenge of waste mismanagement by promoting circular economy practices.

R&D Focus

EXE’s Research and Development focuses on automating and optimizing landfill biogas recovery through advanced software models, real-time monitoring systems, and predictive tools. Operating in the niche segment of landfill gas management, their R&D combines engineering and digital innovation to maximize methane capture, reduce emissions, and enhance plant efficiency, contributing to cleaner energy production and circular economy goals.

Innovative Solution

EXE addresses the problem of inefficient and environmentally harmful landfill gas emissions by developing an automated biogas collection system. Their solution replaces manual regulation of biogas wells with smart control software that continuously monitors gas levels and automatically adjusts valves to optimize methane extraction. This system includes predictive models for biogas production, condensate formation, and landfill permeability, along with an interactive 3D dashboard to detect anomalies and guide maintenance. By increasing methane concentration and minimizing gas dispersion, EXE’s solution enhances energy recovery, reduces CO₂ emissions, and improves operational safety and efficiency.

Solution Effectiveness

EXE’s solution has proven to be highly effective, achieving up to a 70% increase in biogas collection from landfills by automating the regulation of extraction wells. This optimization has contributed to saving over 12,000 tons of CO₂ equivalent emissions per year, which is comparable to the annual absorption capacity of more than 70,000 trees. Additionally, their waste management efforts have helped recover over 8,000 tons of waste per year, significantly reducing landfill burden and supporting circular economy initiatives.

Investment Funding

Last Funding Stage

Seed

Last Funding Date

May 1, 2020

Startup Stage

Pre-Seed

Lead Investors

IKIGAI, Biofund

People

Founders

Board Members

CEO

Products

Product

– EXE Station – A patented system for automated landfill gas extraction, enabling real-time control of biogas wells to increase methane capture, reduce emissions, and enhance energy production efficiency.- Biogas Management Models – Provide data-driven insights to optimize gas extraction from individual wells, ensuring maximum biogas recovery and system performance.- Biogas Production Models – Predict biogas generation trends based on landfill conditions to improve planning and energy yield.- Condensate Production Models – Estimate condensate formation in gas collection lines, helping in design adjustments and preventing blockages.- Landfill Permeability Models – Assess landfill gas flow characteristics, improving system design and extraction efficiency.- Interactive 3D Landfill Models – Enables visualisation of landfill structures and gas systems for improved monitoring, maintenance, and planning.- Customer Reviews – NA

Star Product

The EXE Station is EXE’s star product because it is a patented, automated gas extraction system that significantly improves the efficiency of landfill biogas collection—achieving up to 70% more biogas recovery. Its ability to optimize methane capture in real-time, reduce emissions, and enhance energy production makes it central to the startup’s impact and commercial success. Its patent protection and international scalability further reinforce its strategic importance.

Awards and Recognitions

Media Apperance

– La Nazione

Certifications

– ISO 50001 – ISO 14001- EMAS- ISO 9001

M&A and Collabs

Collab

EXE-Engineering for Environment has partnered with Logic Technology, a specialist in embedded tools and software.This collaboration combines EXE’s environmental engineering expertise with Logic Technology’s advanced tools, enhancing the development of secure and reliable embedded products.

Collab

EXE-Engineering for Environment has partnered with Exein, a pioneer in embedded security for the Internet of Things (IoT). This collaboration brings together EXE’s environmental engineering expertise with Exein’s cutting-edge security technology, empowering businesses to create secure and reliable embedded products.