The brief

Analyst view

• Founded 2009; raised $440M across rounds, including $310M Series E in 2022.
• Eight greenhouses across New York, Chicago, Colorado, Georgia, Texas, Rhode Island and California.
• Davis, California facility (2021) partners with UC Davis on research; expanded to Colorado, Georgia and Texas in 2024.

Technical approach

As reported

Hydroponic systems

Water-efficient nutrient delivery

Plants grow in nutrient-enriched water without soil, using 95% less water than field farming. Roots absorb only what they need; excess water is recirculated.

Urban real estate

Rooftop and warehouse greenhouses

Uses rooftops and warehouses to minimize land (97% less) and shipping distance.

Renewable energy

100% renewable electricity

All Gotham greenhouses run on renewable power, eliminating the carbon footprint of conventional farming's energy-intensive operations.

Pesticide-free

Integrated pest management

Controlled indoor environment eliminates pests; biological controls and preventive methods replace sprays, producing pesticide-free vegetables.

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