Andy Clayton

Andy Clayton is the Founder and CEO of Fermtech, an Oxford-based company that is working to revolutionize food production in response to the climate crisis.12 As an experienced biologist and entrepreneur, Clayton established Fermtech with the goal of developing sustainable, low-carbon protein alternatives for food production.15

Background and Expertise

Andy Clayton has a background in biology and entrepreneurship.3 He leads Fermtech's day-to-day operations, leveraging his scientific knowledge and business acumen to drive the company's mission forward.3

Fermtech's Mission

Under Clayton's leadership, Fermtech aims to tackle the climate crisis by producing nutritious, sustainable, and low-carbon protein for foods.1 The company uses a natural fermentation process to grow protein on leftover grains from brewing, resulting in a non-GMO product suitable for various plant-based foods.12

Innovations and Achievements

Fermtech has developed a protein product called Nutriferm, which not only provides protein but also enhances taste, reduces carbon footprint, and improves nutritional benefits in food products.2 The company's goal is to save 1 million tons of CO2 greenhouse gas equivalents by 2030 through the production of protein for over 25,000 tons of animal-free products.2

Professional Involvement

In addition to his role at Fermtech, Andy Clayton is actively involved in the alternative protein industry:

• He sponsors and co-founded a group that brings together scientists, students, academics, and businesses in the alternative protein space in and around Oxford.4
• Clayton is a member of the Royal Society of Biology, holding the AMRSB designation.5

Through his work at Fermtech and involvement in the broader scientific community, Andy Clayton is contributing to the development of innovative solutions to address climate change and food sustainability challenges.