About

Built for the long climb.

Type 1 Civilization Laboratories LLC is an independent research company, organized in Wyoming.

Mission

A civilization that can care for its whole planet.

On the Kardashev scale, a Type 1 civilization is one that can use and manage the full energy and resources of its home world. We are not there yet. Getting there means solving hard, practical problems: food, water, safety, health and warning before disaster.

We are an independent research company working on those problems directly. We would rather be clear about what is still research than promise what is not yet done.

EnergyUsing the planet's resources wisely and fully.

ResilienceProtecting people from fire, storms, quakes and disease.

AbundanceEnough food and clean water for everyone.

Founder

Started by an independent inventor.

Type 1 Civilization Laboratories was founded by Oscar Velasquez, an independent inventor. His work brings together computation, modeling and practical engineering, with a focus on problems that affect everyday lives.