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Rhiannon Parker from Loop Bioproducts
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- Energytech Startups
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- May 27, 2025
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- 4035
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Summary
Who knew cactus could be the future of clean energy and sustainable farming? Rhiannon Parker, the brains behind Loop Bioproducts, is flipping the script by turning prickly pear into biofuels, eco-friendly products, and a lifeline for dry, worn-out land. We get into her wild ride from neuroscience to oil and gas to renewable energy, why she bootstrapped her company instead of chasing VC money, and how she’s weaving regenerative agriculture and indigenous knowledge into the heart of everything she builds. Plus, a peek into her passion project, the Loop Institute, where she’s sparking a new wave of STEM innovation. Click here to watch a video of this episode. Join the conversation shaping the future of energy. Collide is the community where oil & gas professionals connect, share insights, and solve real-world problems together. No noise. No fluff. Just the discussions that move our industry forward. Apply today at collide.io Click here to view the episode transcript. 00:00 - Energy Tech Nexus 00:15 - Intro 01:29 - What is Loop Bioproducts 06:12 - Skills from Previous Experiences 09:34 - Value of Diverse Experience 12:57 - Importance of Cactus in Sustainability 17:34 - Cactus Photosynthesis Process 20:40 - Mechanical Harvesting Techniques 21:36 - Loop Bioproducts Business Model 23:26 - Sourcing Cactus for Production 26:40 - Acquiring Land for Agriculture 31:41 - Regenerative Agriculture Practices 36:26 - Importance of Timing in Agriculture 39:34 - Current Consumer Trends 43:40 - Nature-Based Solutions for Sustainability 49:00 - Understanding Biopiracy Issues 50:00 - Reasons for Avoiding Venture Capital 55:10 - Statistical Behavior in Business 57:55 - Expertise in Emerging Industries 01:03:05 - Contacting Loop Bioproducts and The Loop Institute https://twitter.com/colli…