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Dekiln originated during the COVID-19 pandemic when founder Dr. Aled Roberts established a basement laboratory to conduct materials research using commonly available ingredients. Resource constraints led to a significant breakthrough in sustainable ceramic alternatives inspired by natural materials like seashells, tooth enamel, and pearl.
Our vision is to revolutionise the ceramics industry by replacing energy-intensive production methods with sustainable, scalable alternatives that reduce carbon emissions while maintaining premium quality and aesthetic appeal.
We are committed to developing and commercialising innovative low-carbon ceramics that help facilitate the transition to a sustainable, circular economy in the construction industry by providing viable alternatives to energy-intensive materials through the use of waste streams and bio-inspired design engineering.
Director, Founder, and CEO
Dr. Aled Roberts is a materials engineer and entrepreneur specialising in the development of advanced material technologies with a focus on sustainability. His ground-breaking work on bio-inspired composite materials led to the invention of several materials designed for use in extraterrestrial environments and the discovery of the BioSintering® process, transforming waste materials into sustainable ceramic alternatives with significantly lower carbon footprints.
Investor Director
Chris Baur is a seasoned investor and director with a strong focus on climate innovation and sustainable technologies. As a member of Green Angel Ventures, the UK's leading climate-focused investment syndicate, he has supported a range of early-stage businesses driving the transition to net zero. Chris brings a strategic perspective to Dekiln, combining his experience in cleantech investment, startup growth, and commercial strategy. His background includes leadership roles in venture capital, ecosystem building, and impact-driven innovation.
Board Observer
Surakat Kudehinbu is a Senior Investment Executive at Green Angel Ventures, the reference investor for early-stage UK cleantech innovation. He is an experienced investor in deeptech and climate tech, with a strong passion for supporting groundbreaking companies that are transforming industries to address climate change. Before joining Green Angel Ventures, Surakat was part of the founding team of a venture-backed microfluidics technology company specialising in oil condition monitoring. He brings a global perspective, having lived and worked across Europe, Africa, and Australasia.
