Circular Economy Startups
1,781 companies tagged Circular Economy, with their investors and founders.
digdig Inc. (formerly FUNEE Inc.) develops and operates fashion services, with a stated aim of building infrastructure to make fashion sustainable. The company is based in Japan.
2 investors
Distil operates a platform that helps global brands source products, providing information such as minimum order quantities, delivery timelines, regional availability, and shipping terms. It is positioned to help brands diversify production and support sustainable sourcing while protecting intellectual property.
2 investors
DMD Systems provides IT Asset Disposition (ITAD) services, including secure asset removal, logistics, data sanitization and destruction to NAID AAA and NIST standards, reuse-first refurbishment/resale, and R2v3-certified recycling. It serves enterprises and data centers seeking data security, regulatory compliance, and environmentally responsible handling across the asset lifecycle.
2 investors
Dripl offers an all-in-one smart dispenser (Dripl Flow, in built-in and free-standing models) that serves personalized functional and flavored drinks with adjustable taste, temperature, and carbonation for workplaces. It targets companies aiming to improve employee hydration and reduce single-use plastic packaging, positioned as a sustainable alternative to bottled drinks and vending machines.</parameter> <parameter name="hq_country">BE
2 investors
Dropps makes enzyme-powered laundry and dish cleaning products, including detergent pods and odor-eliminating additives, using biobased formulas free of harsh chemicals and plastic-free paperboard packaging. It sells directly to consumers and operates as a certified B Corp and public benefit corporation.
2 investors
Kinda reduces food waste by rescuing cauliflower and other produce from being discarded, presenting metrics on environmental impact including waste prevention and packaging reduction.
2 investors
Eco-Inject manufactures sustainable single-use autoinjectors for pharmaceutical applications, using a novel design that reduces component count and carbon emissions while maintaining cost parity with conventional devices. The product addresses pharmaceutical companies' environmental commitments and the growing market for home-based self-injection solutions.
2 investors
Ecoat is a French chemical scale-up that develops and markets bio-based binders and resins for the paint, varnish, and coatings industry. It focuses on sustainable, bio-sourced alternatives to petroleum-based solutions to reduce the coatings industry's carbon footprint, distributing across Europe, the USA, and Asia.
2 investors
ecoATM operates automated kiosks where consumers can sell used smartphones for instant cash. The company refurbishes, resells, or recycles devices to reduce electronic waste, with over 6,500 kiosk locations across the US in retail partner stores.
2 investors
EcoSoul makes plant-based, plastic-free disposable tableware, kitchenware, drinkware, and personal hygiene products for households seeking non-toxic everyday essentials. The brand is a certified consumer goods company positioned around food-grade, sustainable products.
2 investors
Endless Food Co. develops THIC, a low-impact alternative to conventional chocolate made using upcycled ingredients, aimed at the large-scale food industry. The company focuses on food system sustainability and reducing the environmental footprint of the chocolate industry.
2 investors
Enerkem converts non-recyclable waste and biomass residues into biofuels and chemicals using gasification and syngas conditioning technology. The company operates commercial-scale biorefineries producing methanol, ethanol, and circular chemicals for hard-to-abate sectors.
2 investors
Enevo provides data collection and optimization software for waste management operations, serving organizations from small independent recyclers to Fortune 500 corporations managing multiple properties and fleets.
2 investors
Enjoei is a Brazilian online marketplace where consumers buy and sell secondhand fashion and other items at discounted prices. It operates as a consumer-to-consumer e-commerce platform focused on used goods.
2 investors
EnviCore converts waste streams from mining and industrial sectors into supplementary cementitious materials to reduce cement consumption and CO2 emissions. The company serves mining and construction clients seeking to achieve net-zero waste and emissions targets.
2 investors
Epic Cleantec designs, engineers, and operates onsite water recycling and reuse systems for real estate developers and building owners. The company provides a turnkey service covering permitting, installation support, and ongoing operations to reduce utility costs and support sustainable building design.
2 investors
ERTH offers cash rewards for used and obsolete electronics, providing free doorstep pickup or free Pos Malaysia shipping, along with secure data destruction and on-site e-waste collection boxes for organizations. Operating in Malaysia, it serves both individual consumers and businesses looking to recycle electronic waste.
2 investors
EverDye develops biobased dyeing pigments and a low-heat, low-energy dyeing process aimed at reducing the carbon emissions, energy use, and toxic chemicals of textile dyeing. It targets fashion brands seeking more sustainable supply chains, integrating with their existing machinery and suppliers.
2 investors
Evercycle provides a platform for managing the entire mobile device lifecycle within organizations, from planning and repair through buyback and disposition. The company serves enterprise IT teams seeking to improve workforce productivity while advancing sustainability and responsible hardware reuse.
2 investors
everdrop sells sustainable household cleaning and personal care products designed to reduce single-use plastic, offered through starter sets with refillable containers and a subscription for refill products. It operates a direct-to-consumer model serving individual consumers.
2 investors
Evoralis develops enzymes that depolymerise plastics such as polyester (PET), nylon, and elastane into their original building blocks so they can be recovered into virgin-quality polymers. It sells enzymes and licenses bioprocess know-how to plastic recyclers, waste management firms, and the chemical industry, serving fashion retailers, automotive, and packaging companies internationally.
2 investors
Evrnu develops technology to transform textile waste into recyclable fibers for apparel manufacturing, creating sustainable alternatives to conventional textiles without compromising quality or performance.
2 investors
Exterra Carbon develops metal extraction and processing technology for the mining industry, centered on ARC (Acid Regeneration Cycle), a proprietary system that recycles acids and bases used to extract metals from ore in a closed loop on-site. The company builds full processing flowsheets adapted to each commodity and ore type to reduce operating costs, minimize waste, and improve the viability of mineral operations.
2 investors
FARO gives fashion brands a discreet outlet for overstock and returned clothing, using reconditioning and repair to resell traditionally unsellable inventory while protecting brand value. It focuses on fashion retail in emerging markets.
2 investors