Technology landscape
64technologies identified
Scan every TRL
We reviewed existing and emerging technologies, from nascent ideas to market-ready solutions.
Case Study · Technology Landscape
Drying starch with a lower carbon cost.
A large starch producer wanted to cut the carbon footprint of drying and move toward net zero emissions. We reviewed water removal technologies from early research to market-ready, interviewed experts and providers, and ranked the best options.
The Client
The client is a large company that produces starch. It wanted to cut drying emissions on the path to net zero.
The Challenge
Energy-hungry drying.
Find a cleaner way.
Prescouter was asked to investigate alternative water removal technologies for starch production that could reduce the carbon footprint of drying and move the client toward net zero emissions.
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Mechanical
Mechanical separation
Removing water before heat is needed.
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Thermal
Thermal drying
Using energy more efficiently.
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Membrane
Membranes and more
Emerging options at every maturity.
Our Approach
Prioritizing options across every readiness level.
Expert interviews
Adjacentindustries consulted
Look beyond starch
Experts from academia and adjacent industries validated findings and surfaced new breakthroughs.
Provider outreach
4key ranking metrics
Rank the best
We scored technologies on energy use, efficiency, scalability and food processing compliance.
The Outcome
A shortlist ready for experimentation.
Prescouter identified 64 technologies across mechanical, thermal, membrane and other categories and evaluated them for efficiency, energy use and sustainability. It then named a top list of technologies for further exploration or experimentation in starch processing.
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Landscape
64 technologies
Across mechanical, thermal and membrane routes.
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Criteria
4 ranking metrics
Energy, efficiency, scale and compliance.
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Shortlist
A top list
Ready for further exploration.
Drying is often among the biggest energy draws in processing. Removing water earlier and smarter is a fast route to lower emissions.
Let’s Talk
How much energy could your process save?
Find the technologies that cut emissions and costs together. Wherever you’re starting from, we’ll help you get there.
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