Circular Economy Startups

Flexi-Hex produces branded, paper-based protective packaging for e-commerce businesses shipping fragile goods such as skincare, wine bottles, and ceramics. It emphasizes customizable, environmentally friendly packaging designed to improve unboxing experiences and brand presentation.

2 investors

FLO Materials develops next-generation plastics designed for recyclability with reduced reliance on virgin resources. The company serves manufacturers and brands seeking sustainable alternatives in the circular economy.

2 investors

Foamlab develops bio-nanocellulose foam grown by microorganisms through fermentation, offering compostable, tunable alternatives to oil-based plastics and foams. Its materials target applications such as protective and thermal packaging, insulation, textiles and footwear, furniture, cosmetics, and aviation and automotive uses.

2 investors

Foamplant develops and produces fully circular foam materials, marketed under its moorefoam® and growfoam® brands. Growfoam is offered as a growing substrate, indicating applications in horticulture alongside general foam material uses.

2 investors

Foeth is Europe's largest dealer of pre-owned, refurbished process equipment for the chemical, food, pharmaceutical, and recycling industries, operating with over 2,800 items in stock. The company focuses on sustainability by enabling clients to reuse industrial machinery rather than purchase new equipment, thereby reducing CO2 emissions.

2 investors

Foodsi operates a platform that connects local businesses with surplus inventory to consumers seeking discounted goods, helping reduce food waste and resource waste. The company focuses on enabling businesses to monetize excess products while providing users with discounted surprise packages.

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Fortuna Cools makes insulation and cooler products from upcycled coconut husks as a replacement for plastic foam, working with coconut farming communities in the Philippines. It focuses on sustainable materials and human-centered product design.

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Freetrailer operates a self-service platform for trailer and cargo bike rentals across Northern Europe and beyond, partnering with retailers and consumer brands to offer equipment access without ownership. The company generates revenue through rental transactions and outdoor advertising on trailers, serving consumers and commerce partners.

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Freshr Technologies develops active packaging technology designed to extend the shelf life of fresh food and reduce waste. The company serves food producers and packaging manufacturers seeking to improve product longevity and sustainability.

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Furlenco is a furniture company offering rental, subscription, and purchase options for urban Indian consumers, including buy-back and credit toward replacements. It targets a mobile, lifestyle-oriented customer base in India.

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Fussy makes personal care products designed to reduce single-use plastic waste in bathroom routines. The company offers science-backed alternatives to conventional products, with an initial focus on deodorant and personal hygiene items.

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FutureBiogas develops biomethane production technology that converts organic waste into renewable gas for direct injection into existing natural gas infrastructure. The company enables decarbonization of heat and energy across industrial and utility sectors without requiring new infrastructure or equipment replacement.

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Future Greens builds advanced anaerobic digesters that convert organic waste into biogas energy, targeting breweries and food manufacturers. Their compact, AI-controlled reactors require 85% less space than industry standard systems and handle mixed organic waste streams for simplified deployment and maximum energy recovery.

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Gårdsfisk raises fish on Swedish farms in a near-closed-loop system where fish waste fertilizes crops grown on the adjacent fields, aiming to reduce overfishing and eutrophication. It produces climate-certified fish products (including smoked Clarias and fish meatballs) from farms in Skåne, Sweden.

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Gavan develops advanced fat technologies from natural ingredients for food companies to create healthier and more sustainable products. The company operates with zero-waste production principles using only natural inputs like sunflower oil and pea protein.

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GES is an events and exhibitions company that integrates sustainable practices into exhibition design and logistics, helping exhibitors and event organizers reduce waste and carbon emissions.

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Glenntex develops graphene-based masterbatch additives designed to be integrated into existing plastic supply chains to make plastic products stronger and support a shift toward a circular economy. The company works in advanced materials for the plastics industry.

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Gone operates a circular supply chain service that picks up unwanted household goods and resells quality items through gone.com and partner consignment stores, sending the rest to recyclers. Its Secondhand Seattle offering aggregates pre-owned furniture from local sellers, serving consumers in the Seattle area.

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A New Zealand-based chain of physical stores offering refillable pantry and household goods, as well as sustainable lifestyle products, designed to reduce packaging waste. The company operates through a circular economy model that enables customers to purchase only what they need while minimizing environmental impact.

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GoTrendier is a peer-to-peer marketplace where users in Colombia buy and sell new and pre-owned clothing, bags, jewelry, shoes, and accessories. The platform allows individuals to list items, negotiate prices, and build a community around fashion resale.

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GR3N develops recycling technology based on science and engineering to address plastic waste and support a more sustainable materials cycle.

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Graphyte develops Carbon Casting, a carbon dioxide removal method that dries and compresses biomass such as timber and crop residues into dense carbon blocks wrapped in an impermeable barrier and stores them in monitored underground sites. The company sells durable carbon removal to organizations pursuing low-carbon goals in the climate and carbon markets.

2 investors

Green Gravity develops, installs and operates gravitational energy storage systems that use disused mine shafts to provide long-duration energy storage. The company targets the renewable energy and mining sectors, positioning its technology as a low-cost, circular-economy alternative to chemical battery storage.

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Green Story provides an AI-powered platform that helps fashion companies and manufacturers measure environmental impact, verify sustainability claims, reduce emissions, and meet regulatory requirements across their supply chains. The platform integrates product data, supplier information, and expert verification to enable carbon accounting, digital product passports, and decarbonization initiatives.

2 investors