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Pyrapod.com

let’s grow
the future

PyraPOD.com is more than just a technology project. It’s a hopeful, grounded vision from a small group of inventors, entrepreneurs, and idealists who believe a better future is possible — and practical. We believe that kind-hearted people are the majority, but we’re often trapped in systems that hold us back. That’s why we created PyraPOD: a tool to rebalance power by giving everyday people the means to grow their own food, share their surplus, and build something truly sustainable together.
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Interested in joining the movement as a family or investor?

Reach out to Richard Nelson at solaroof@gmail.com.

Richard is the inventor of Solaroof, the groundbreaking technology behind the PyraPOD — a revolutionary system for growing fresh, organic food locally, sustainably, and year-round.

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About this project

Our Mission

We aim to build a global, self-sustaining network where families grow fresh food locally. By combining people, funding, and technology, we empower communities to reclaim food independence and create a more resilient, equitable world — one PyraPOD at a time.

The Technology

PyraPOD uses Solaroof, an innovative greenhouse system that captures solar energy and optimizes food production year-round. It’s affordable, sustainable, and designed to thrive even in harsh climates — making healthy food accessible to all, regardless of location or income.

Open Source, Open Impact

PyraPOD is fully open-source, inviting continuous innovation from its global user community. Local, worker-owned hubs in Windsor and beyond will manufacture and support units. A dedicated social network will foster collaboration, while supply-side partners coordinate through ENVIENTA — a platform for cooperative, co-competitive growth and shared licensing.

How It Works

Investors fund PyraPODs for families through blockchain-based smart contracts. Families grow food, share their harvest, and gradually gain full ownership. This cycle supports new families and builds a decentralized food system with shared benefits and real-world impact.

Why It Matters

Food insecurity is a growing global issue. PyraPOD offers a solution that’s local, scalable, and inclusive. It’s not just about growing food — it’s about growing freedom, opportunity, and a future where communities care for one another and thrive.