Lomi

Overview

Lomi produces countertop appliances that process food waste and bioplastics into fertilizer, targeting household waste reduction. The brand emerged from Pela's material science efforts and gained market entry through a successful 2021 crowdfunding campaign raising over $7 million. It operates in the waste treatment sector with a focus on regenerative solutions, reporting over 215,000 units in homes by 2025.¹²³⁴

History

Lomi originated from Pela, founded by Jeremy Lang in 2011 in Saskatchewan after his 2008 observation of ocean plastic pollution in Hawaii. Pela developed the first compostable phone case and moved HQ to Kelowna, BC in 2018, expanding into food waste research that birthed Lomi. Launched on Earth Day 2021 via crowdfunding, it became a top environmental product campaign. By 2022, over 100,000 families adopted it, growing to more than 215,000 by 2025.²³⁴

Product Lines

Manufacturing

Products developed in Kelowna, British Columbia, Canada, stemming from Pela's material science incubator. Specific manufacturing locations are not detailed in available sources, suggesting possible outsourcing for production scale.²⁴

Notable Products

• Lomi - One-button countertop machine turns food waste into pre-compost in hours.
• Lomi Earth - Version certified for producing compost usable in gardens.
• Lomi Pods - Disposable liners for containing waste during processing.
• Grow Mode Fertilizer - Output from appliance used as plant nutrient.

Reputation

Lomi is recognized by sustainability enthusiasts for simplifying food waste management and reducing landfill contributions, with strong crowdfunding success indicating consumer interest. Professionals note its role in regenerative waste solutions but question long-term efficacy compared to traditional composting. Criticisms include ongoing costs for accessories and dependency on electricity.¹³