Standing amidst the growing structure of the Biomass Ultima factory, one cannot help but feel the buzz of something extraordinary. This isn’t just another industrial site; it’s the epicenter of a vision that could redefine sustainability. For Roberto Hroval, the founder of Themis Ecosystem, this project isn’t just a business venture. It’s a promise to bring innovation and environmental responsibility to the forefront of industry.
“We’re not just building a factory,” Roberto explains, his voice steady with conviction. “We’re building a movement. Something that proves that progress and sustainability can go hand in hand.”
A Journalist’s Dream
Rarely does a journalist get the opportunity to witness the launch of a business ecosystem as vast and innovative as Themis Ecosystem, let alone cover a story that unfolds halfway across the globe. Naturally, we seized the chance and hit the road. We were eager to meet the founder and see firsthand why Themis Ecosystem (TE) has generated such widespread attention.
Our expectations were measured. Many so-called “visionary founders” promise big things, only to reveal projects that are heavy on marketing and light on substance. This time, however, the experience was vastly different.
What the media captures about Themis Ecosystem is just the tip of the iceberg. Behind the scenes lies a much larger, more compelling story. However, this article is not intended to provide an exhaustive overview of TE; instead, it’s a retrospective of the past year, enriched by insights from Roberto Hroval himself. (And yes, the food in the European country Slovenia is fantastic, and Ljubljana, the capital city, is easy to fall in love with.)
Our first destination was the construction site of the world’s first Biomass Ultima factory.
The Biomass Ultima Factory and Associated Projects
Although the factory is located over an hour away from the capital, tucked into a rural area, its influence feels anything but remote. Its sheer scale is difficult to grasp from photographs alone. Even more striking is its height—equivalent to a four to six-story building—yet its interior is one vast, open space.
In the front, next to the administration building with a laboratory, are giant cooling pools for storing 450,000 lbs of clean water. In the middle, there is a two-story building-height place. There is a room for the 66,000 lbs main engine with its electric generator and a black vault analog control room.
At the back stands an enormous 60-foot-high tower that weighs 220,000 lbs. It is surrounded by numerous heavy machines and connecting elements. There is also an ample storage space for diverse products.
Biomass Ultima is not just a factory. It’s the world’s first and only facility to transform wood waste into green electricity and multiple by-products: organic tar, organic carbon, organic wood vinegar, and organic wood fertilizer. Despite its industrial purpose, it resembles a massive scientific laboratory—immaculately clean and meticulously organized. Every detail speaks to the care and precision of its design.
Among its standout innovations are:
- Zero-emission technology: The factory generates green electricity with market-leading efficiency—over 96% economic efficiency and more than 85% energy efficiency—while achieving CO2 negativity.
- Surplus energy utilization: Excess energy powers other projects, enhancing overall economic efficiency.
- Unique organic fertilizer production: A specially developed filter transforms wood powder, a waste product, into a potent Organic-Microbiotic Plant Booster, often called the “Red Bull for Plants.”
- Zero waste generation: The factory’s processes ensure maximum material utilization, leaving no waste behind.
- Biomass Ultima Micro: This scaled-down version of the main reactor enables real-time analysis of input materials, a feature unparalleled in the industry. Other technologies rely on calculated yields, often leading to deviations.
Roberto Hroval answered all questions—even the more provocative ones—with confidence and clarity. It was evident that he had thought through every aspect of the project, leaving the impression that its success is inevitable.
The founder explained that the team is awaiting the final shipment of equipment. Meanwhile, various specialized teams are working across different sections of the factory, both inside and out. After the tour, we sat down for an in-depth discussion. Hroval’s reflections on the past year were complemented by his updates on ongoing developments and predictions for 2025.
What Happened in 2024
The year 2024 has been incredibly productive for Themis Ecosystem. In addition to designing and constructing the Biomass Ultima factory, the team developed and constructed two other industrial projects. The first is the Asclepius8, a groundbreaking ‘human recovery’ anti-stress technology. It is a standalone unit designed for urban centers that offers complementary natural therapies to reduce stress. The unit has been ready for over a year and is awaiting its launch at the right moment. A dedicated professional team has also been assembled to manage the project.
The second project, Green Vertical Farming (GVC), is in a similar phase. The team tests various cultivation techniques, fertilizers, seeds, and crop types. Once launched, GVC will market its products under the John’s Organic Roots brand.
These projects fall under the industrial component of TE. The other component focuses on digitalizing and monetizing final products through e-vouchers called Industrial Raw Material Unit (IRMU).
The primary purpose of IRMU is to standardize products, enabling them to be freely traded on the commodity exchange called Online Industrial Exchange (OIX). This will allow investors, in general, to participate in scaling groundbreaking technologies and reducing environmentally harmful carbon dioxide gas by purchasing IRMUs.
A significant milestone for 2025 will be the launch of the OIX. Considerable progress has been made in this area during 2024, laying the groundwork for OIX’s first phase. Initially, transactions will be tracked physically, with a dedicated team monitoring and adjusting the system as needed.
This approach minimizes surprises when the second phase—app-based digital trading—launches. A countdown timer to the PP8 bullion coin auction will soon be added to the OIX website, along with a promotional film similar to the one created for Themis Ecosystem.
Regular Visits to the Ground Zero Facility
Roberto Hroval shared that his primary focus is overseeing the construction of Biomass Ultima and coordinating between projects, particularly the design of OIX. But he visits the factory site almost daily.
The site welcomes approximately 50 visitors per week, divided into five general groups:
- Future team members: Prospective employees who are learning about the project and preparing to join the workforce.
- Asset management representatives: Investors from countries like the USA, Germany, France, the UK, Switzerland, UAE, and South Korea who are exploring partnerships in OIX.
- Strategic partners: Representatives from energy, insurance, and gas companies who are monitoring the project’s progress, aiming to become joint partners in further industrial expansion.
- Individual supporters: Private participants who are securing the last off-market IRMUs, anticipating a price surge post-launch.
- Academics and researchers: University representatives in fields like agriculture, energy, and construction who are eager to integrate Biomass Ultima’s capabilities into their work.
Visitors consistently express amazement at the project’s innovative approaches, optimization, and interconnected systems. They marvel at the combination of groundbreaking technology, extensive innovation, and high profitability, often describing it as a technological revolution.
The Next Chapter: A Blueprint for Global Change
As TE prepares to launch its flagship initiatives, anticipation is building. From Biomass Ultima to OIX, each project serves as a building block in a broader vision of sustainability. The impact is already being felt—in the lives of farmers, the strategies of investors, and the aspirations of communities.
For those of us who visit the construction site, one thing is clear: Themis Ecosystem isn’t just a project. It’s a movement, a call to action for a world that desperately needs change. And with its launch, that change feels closer than ever.
For Roberto Hroval, it’s also a profoundly personal journey. “I want people to see that change is possible,” he says. “Not just in industries or economies, but in how we live and think about our world.”