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Arborea, a London-based startup, has raised £4m in a funding round led by Indico Capital Partners with additional participation from Banco Português de Fomento. Founded by Julian Melchiorri, the company focuses on producing carbon-negative, multifunctional proteins using its proprietary Biosolar Leaf™ technology. This innovative platform addresses global challenges like food security and climate change by eliminating reliance on arable land and reducing environmental pressure. The new capital will support the development of Arborea's first commercial-scale facility, positioning the company to lead sustainable food innovation and production.