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Vertical aeroponic farming, Aegean scale.

Chlora is a vertically integrated aeroponic farming company producing fresh leafy greens, vegetables and herbs year-round on Greek islands. Closed-loop tower systems use up to 95% less water than conventional farming. Stage 1 launches on Tilos — Europe's first energy self-sufficient island — with 300 aeroponic towers supplied by Agrotonomy (6.7M followers, 10+ EU deployments) in partnership with Slow Food. Stage 2 expands to Symi. Total pipeline: 1,900 towers across five islands by 2030. EU funding (EMFAF, CAP/EAFRD, LEADER) covers 40–60% of capex as non-repayable grants.

Why this, why now

Pre-solved political risk

Mayor and Vice Mayor of Tilos are personal contacts. Land owners known personally and willing to sell. Greek/Italian grant consultant and Rhodes accountant already engaged.

Year-round revenue model

Conventional Mediterranean farming is seasonal. Chlora's climate-controlled vertical aeroponic system produces 12 months a year. Winter export to the UK captures the highest-margin window when European outdoor production is at its lowest.

EU-aligned green economy

Aeroponics scores maximum points on Green Deal and Farm to Fork criteria. Island location gives priority weighting in CAP/EAFRD and LEADER scoring.

Live institutional pathway

The EIB / National Bank of Greece €200M agriculture programme, launched January 2026, provides subsidised lending for the Greek operating entity. CEO ex-Mediobanca, BNP Paribas, HSBC.

Revenue model

  • Fresh produce offtake
    Year-round closed-loop output supplied direct to island hotels, restaurants and residents at premium prices.
  • UK winter export
    Mediterranean winter production exported to UK retail and wholesale during the peak European supply gap.
  • Tower installation
    Turnkey CAPEX projects for hotels and municipalities — installation plus 3-year service.
  • ESG & carbon credits
    Verified water-saving, food-miles and biodiversity credits sold to hospitality groups for Scope-3 offset.

Key economics (indicative)

€500k
Stage 1 round (one round only)
40–60%
EU non-repayable grants
95%
Less water than conventional
130 kg
Per tower/yr · 3× faster growth

Pipeline

  1. Stage 01Tilos — 300 towersSite secured · 2026 install€500k round · covers land, towers, infra, CEO Y1
  2. Stage 02Symi — 300 towersMoU with hospitality groupSelf-funded from Tilos revenues + EU grants
  3. Stage 03Halki + Nisyros — 150 + 150 towersIn discussion · municipal300 combined
  4. Stage 04Astypalea + Dodecanese roll-outTargeting 1,000 towers by 20301,000 towers · archipelago scale
Total pipeline
1,900 towers
across 5 islands · 2026–2030

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