Mark Cuban & Anthropocene Ventures Back Climate-Tech Startup, Kind Designs
Fundraise & Demand Fuel Rapid Growth, Company Receives $4M in Seawall Purchase Orders
MIAMI--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Renowned entrepreneur and investor Mark Cuban, alongside early stage climate tech VC firmAnthropocene Ventures, has joined Kind Designs’ seed round. The investment marks a significant milestone for the female-founded climate and construction tech startup, which has experienced exponential growth since its launch in June 2023. The new capital enables Kind Designs to triple production capacity and expand its team to meet explosive demand for its Living Seawalls™.
Major coastal cities in the United States, including Miami, New York City, and San Francisco, are at imminent risk from rising sea-levels with local and federal government agencies expecting to spend nearly $400B in seawall construction efforts. As a result, the United States could be on track to destroy over 50,000 miles of marine habitat by 20401. Kind Designs addresses this concern by producing the World’s first 3D-printed Living Seawall. Unlike traditional seawalls, which are typically flat, Living Seawalls incorporate biomimicry design principles and function as artificial reefs. The Living Seawalls also sequester carbon and collect essential water data. Kind’s innovative approach to seawall construction cuts production time by 95% and has zero green premium, making it both a sustainable and economical solution to at-risk communities.
"The investment decision was swift and resolute,” comments Anthropocene Ventures’ Managing Partner, Matthew McGraw.“Kind Designs surpasses our criteria with its immediate real-world application, clear business model, path to revenue, and the merging of nature's smarts through biomimicry with 3D printing technology. Yet, what truly solidified our commitment is the performance of the founder, Anya. In a brief span, she has demonstrated exceptional execution."
