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Genecis Bio

YC W20

Toronto, CA · Founded 2017 · 30 employees · 15 known investors

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Genecis commercializes the production of polyhydroxyalkanoate (PHA), a biodegradable polymer made from bacteria that consume organic waste, offering a sustainable alternative to petroleum-based plastics for packaging, textiles, medical devices, and other applications. The company applies circular economy principles to create high-quality, eco-friendly products that break down naturally without microplastic pollution.

Also known as Genecis Bioindustries · Genecis Bioindustries Inc. · Genecis Bioindustries Inc., Genecis Bioindustries

Advanced ManufacturingBiotechCircular EconomyCleantechClimate TechRoboticsBioplasticSynthetic BiologyClimateClimateTechCanadaAmerica / CanadaPartly Remote

Founders & leadership· Y Combinator alumni (W20)

Genecis Bio was founded in 2017 by Luna Yu.

LYLuna Yu
Luna YuCEO

Investors · 15

Asymmetry Ventureslisted by Asymmetry VenturesRichmond · $125K – $500Kvia Rob Ness · inferred

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Beresford Ventureslisted by Beresford VenturesOrlando
Celtic House Asia Partnerslisted by Celtic House Asia PartnersToronto
Emerald Technology Ventures Aglisted by Emerald Technology Ventures AgZurich · $540K – $5.4M

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Helium-3 Ventureslisted by Helium-3 VenturesNew York

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Jude Gomilalisted by Jude GomilaLynnwood

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Y Combinatorlisted by Y CombinatorSan Francisco · $500K

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AME Cloud VenturesreportedPalo Alto · $1M – $10M

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Gullspång InvestreportedStockholm

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Khosla VenturesreportedMenlo Park · $100K – $20M

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Also in the syndicate · 4

BDC Capital’s Cleantech PracticeleadGullspang Re:foodHeinz GroupIT Farm

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Genecis Bioindustries Inc.

Frequently asked questions

What does Genecis Bio do?
Genecis commercializes the production of polyhydroxyalkanoate (PHA), a biodegradable polymer made from bacteria that consume organic waste, offering a sustainable alternative to petroleum-based plastics for packaging, textiles, medical devices, and other applications. The company applies circular economy principles to create high-quality, eco-friendly products that break down naturally without microplastic pollution.
Who founded Genecis Bio?
Genecis Bio was founded by Luna Yu in 2017.
Who are Genecis Bio's investors?
Genecis Bio's investors include Allied Venture Partners, Asymmetry Ventures, Beresford Ventures, Celtic House Asia Partners, Emerald Technology Ventures Ag, Helium-3 Ventures, Jude Gomila, Y Combinator and 3 more.
Where is Genecis Bio headquartered?
Genecis Bio is headquartered in Toronto, CA.