Portland collective says it's unveiled the world's 'first-of-its-kind' sustainably made nutrients

By Andy Giegerich – Managing Editor, Portland Business Journal

Apr 23, 2024

“An Oregon company said it's making a "first-of-its-kind" sustainably produced fertilizer from its own building's waste, rain water and solar energy.

Nutrient Recovery Services, based in Portland's PAE Building (itself, a "living building" that meets strict envionmental standards) has officially launched the sustainably made nutrients that can help grow food and fiber, thereby providing "a significant step towards creating a robust circular economy, where nutrients are recycled creating a fossil fuel free fertilizer alternative."“