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Clean Air for
Every City.

Nature, Engineered.

Luminair deploys algae-powered photobioreactors — living machines that anchor to existing public infrastructure and transform CO₂ into oxygen, carbon credits, and measurable clean air. No new land. Immediate impact.

24
Live AQI
2.4kg
CO₂ Today
18.6L
O₂ Today
0.55
Credits
Jakarta Live
80%
Air quality lift
24h
Time to impact
150m²
Per pod coverage
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The Science

How Luminair Works

We harness microalgae — nature's most efficient carbon processor — and engineer it into a precision machine deployable anywhere cities breathe.

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Microalgae Cultivation
Inside each Pod, living microalgae are cultivated in a controlled photobioreactor. These organisms absorb up to 50× more CO₂ per gram than trees — continuously, day and night.
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CO₂ Absorption & O₂ Release
Ambient air flows through the algae chamber. CO₂ binds to algae cells via photosynthesis, releasing pure oxygen — 6,800 litres of O₂ annually per pod.
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Solar-Powered & Self-Sustaining
100% solar powered with zero grid dependency. Sensors auto-monitor algae health, nutrients, temperature, and airflow — maintenance-light by design.
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Verifiable Carbon Credits
Every gram of CO₂ absorbed is measured, logged, and converted into verified carbon credits via our live IoT dashboard — fully auditable for government ESG reporting.
Microalgae Cultivation
240kg
CO₂ / year / pod
6,800L
O₂ / year / pod
20×
Trees equivalent
<2h
Installation time
The Product

Meet the Luminair Pod

One size. Every location. Anchors to any existing public infrastructure in under two hours.

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Living Algae Core
Microalgae photobioreactor equivalent to 20 trees CO₂ reduction in one compact unit.
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100% Solar Powered
Fully self-sufficient with 48h battery backup. Zero grid connection required.
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IoT Connected
Real-time AQI, CO₂, O₂, and carbon credit data streams to government dashboards.
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Live AQI Display
Dynamic LED display shows citizens real-time air quality with colour-shifting mood.
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Plug & Anchor Install
Anchors to any public infrastructure in under 2 hours. No permits needed.
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Carbon Credit Engine
Automated, verifiable carbon credit generation with full audit trail for ESG reporting.
Proven Results

Real Impact.
Verifiable Numbers.

Not projections. These are live results from our Jakarta pilot installations — every data point independently verifiable.

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Jakarta Pilot Installations
Bundaran HI, Sudirman, Thamrin, Pluit & Kemang — operational since 2023
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Tons CO₂ Captured
Across all pilot sites in first operational year — fully verified and audited
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Trees Equivalent
Carbon capture impact of 840 mature trees — active from day one
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Carbon credits generated per pod annually. Each credit is verified, tradeable, and creates a direct revenue stream for city governments.
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99.8% system uptime across all Jakarta pilot deployments. Solar-powered and IoT-monitored, built for relentless urban infrastructure demands.
See The Difference

Air Quality,
Transformed.

Drag the slider to see the impact a Luminair network makes on a city's air quality.

Without Luminair
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Live Intelligence

Real-Time Air Data

Every Pod streams live environmental data — giving governments instant visibility across their entire Luminair network.

Live AQI
24
● Good
CO₂ Today
2.4kg
Bundaran HI
O₂ Generated
18.6L
Today
Credits Earned
0.44
This session
Pods Online
5/5
All operational
Uptime
99.8%
30-day avg
Live Pod Display
Bundaran HI, Jakarta
AQI 24 · Good · CO₂ 2.4kg today · 18.6L O₂ generated
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City-Wide Map
Live AQI heatmap across all Pod locations updated every 30 seconds.
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Historical Trends
24h, 7-day, and monthly air quality and carbon capture charts per pod or network-wide.
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Credit Registry
Auto-generated carbon credit ledger with audit trail ready for ESG reporting.
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Alert System
Instant alerts when AQI spikes, a Pod needs maintenance, or credits reach thresholds.
ROI Calculator

Calculate Your Impact

See exactly how much CO₂ your city can capture and how many carbon credits you'd generate annually.

Number of Pods
10 Pods
1 pod500 pods
Deployment Years
1 Year
1 year10 years
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2.4t
CO₂ Captured
🌳
200
Trees Equivalent
📜
182
Carbon Credits
💰
$1,820
Est. Credit Value
For City Leaders

Built for Government

Designed from the ground up for public sector procurement — verifiable impact, minimal disruption, and a carbon credit revenue model.

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Zero New Infrastructure
Pods anchor to existing bus stops, bridges, building facades, and public spaces. No construction permits, no excavation, no operational disruption.
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Auditable ESG Reporting
Every gram of CO₂ captured is logged and verifiable. Full audit trails for government sustainability reports and UN SDG commitments.
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Carbon Credit Revenue
Governments earn tradeable carbon credits from every Pod — creating a financial return on public infrastructure investment from day one.
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City-Wide Dashboard
Dedicated government portal with real-time AQI maps, carbon capture data, and credit generation across all deployed units.
🏆
Jakarta Innovation Day 2022
Recognised as leading urban sustainability solution
🤝
Kemenparekraf Partnership
Sustainable tourism infrastructure collaboration
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Bali Investment Club
Pre-seed funded by Indonesia's leading impact investors
Ready to deploy in your city?
Our government partnerships team works directly with city planners globally to design and deploy Luminair networks.
Common Questions

Frequently Asked

How long does it take to install a Luminair Pod?
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Each Luminair Pod can be anchored to existing public infrastructure in under two hours. No excavation, no specialist contractors, no construction permits required. Our installation team handles everything, and the pod is fully operational the same day.
How do the algae survive in harsh urban conditions?
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The microalgae inside each Pod are cultivated in a precisely controlled photobioreactor environment. Temperature, nutrient flow, light, and humidity are all regulated automatically by the Pod's onboard IoT system. The algae are selected strains optimised for urban pollution exposure and high-temperature climates.
What maintenance does a Luminair Pod require?
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Luminair Pods are designed to be maintenance-light. The IoT system monitors algae health, nutrient levels, and system performance continuously. A standard service visit is required every 60–90 days for nutrient replenishment and inspection. Our 99.8% uptime across Jakarta pilots reflects this reliability.
How are the carbon credits verified and traded?
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Every gram of CO₂ absorbed is measured in real time by calibrated sensors inside the Pod and logged to our IoT dashboard. Credits are generated against internationally recognised carbon accounting standards and can be verified by third-party auditors. Government partners receive full audit trails suitable for UN SDG reporting and voluntary carbon markets.
Can Luminair Pods work in any climate?
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Yes. The Pods are designed for universal deployment. The algae strains and nutrient formulas are adapted to local climate conditions during commissioning. We have successfully tested deployments in tropical humidity (Jakarta), dry heat (Middle East), and temperate climates. The solar system is sized for both high-sun and low-sun environments.
Get Started

Request a Demo

Talk to our team about deploying Luminair in your city. We respond within 24 hours.

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Jakarta · Live
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AQI
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