CEO, Edama Organic Solutions
Dr. Mitchell Morton
CTO/Co-Founder Edama Organic Solutions
Ph.D. Plant Science, King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST), Thuwal, KSA
M.S. Bioscience, KAUST, Thuwal, KSA
B.S. Biology, Imperial College London, London, UK
Edama transforms organic waste into resources for desert agriculture. Its mission is to create a local circular economy that recycles organic waste into high-value products for desert agriculture, aligning social, environmental and economic targets set by Vision 2030 and the UN Sustainable Development Goals. Edama integrates the most advanced composting technologies with local needs and proprietary scientific technology. Their recycling facilities set a precedent for the future of city-scale composting in arid environments using sustainable technology for the benefit of communities and the environment. Edama works with world-class experts and suppliers for access to technologies that are further developed their labs to provide the most viable and relevant organic waste recycling solutions.
Dr. Morton leads product development at Edama Organic Solutions, applying his experience and scientific know-how to design innovative products that address the needs of desert agriculture. His focus and expertise lies in composting, plant science, desert agriculture, food systems, water security and sustainability.