Circular Economy Startups

Inovar Packaging Group manufactures high-end labels, sleeves, and pouches using flexographic and digital printing technology. The company serves brand and packaging customers with custom printed packaging solutions.

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Interface Polymers develops Polarfin diblock copolymer additives used as compatibilisers, anti-fog dispersions, and adhesion promoters for polyolefin plastics. Its products enable recycling of multilayer flexible packaging and improve adhesion and painting of polypropylene, polyethylene, and composites for plastics manufacturers.

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Inversa produces leathers made from invasive species — including python, lionfish, and its "Silverfin" material — which it supplies to fashion brands for use in accessories and ready-to-wear products. Its materials are featured through brand partners such as Gabriela Hearst, Johanna Ortiz, and Brackish.

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IPF is a peer-to-peer marketplace connecting families across India to buy and sell children's products with payment protection and dispute resolution. The platform promotes circular economy practices while building a community of parent networks.

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A materials company that processes eco-friendly leathers and sustainable new materials used in footwear, handbags, apparel, and accessories, applying its trademarked LITE standard for environmentally sustainable sourcing and manufacturing.

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Itelyum is a European waste management and recycling company specializing in complex hazardous waste streams including waste oil regeneration, solvent purification, and industrial waste recycling. The company serves industrial clients seeking to comply with environmental regulations and improve their recycling rates.

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Jeosal Materials develops polymer-based materials to replace rare metals in electrical conductivity applications and advances recycling technologies to divert plastics from landfills. The company focuses on nanoscale polymer research and circular economy solutions.

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Jiva Materials produces printed circuit boards using Soluboard®, a sustainable alternative material that reduces CO2 emissions and enables easier recycling and recovery of precious metals. The company serves electronics manufacturers in Europe, particularly addressing upcoming regulatory requirements under the European WEEE Directive.

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JUUNOO designs and sells modular interior systems—including soundproof pods, partition walls, and glass systems—for commercial real estate developers, with a circular business model enabling reuse and reducing construction waste. The company is expanding into modular drywall solutions and plans to implement material leasing and buyback programs across US and European markets.

2 investors

Kern Tec produces and supplies stone fruit kernels and derived products such as plant-based drinks, creams, oils, and shell granulates to food and cosmetic manufacturers. The company sources, processes, and manufactures these ingredients according to sustainability standards.

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Kikleo provides AI-powered tools to measure and reduce food waste in restaurants and food service operations, including a smart camera that detects and quantifies discarded food and a kitchen weighing station. Its web platform gives real-time dashboards on waste volumes, associated costs, and environmental impact, aimed at helping catering operators meet France's EGAlim law targets.

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Koa manufactures solar power systems and related renewable energy products, serving communities and businesses in West Africa. The company combines local workforce development with sustainable technology to create economic opportunities in the region.

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Koppie makes a coffee alternative by fermenting and roasting local legumes such as yellow peas, fava beans, and chickpeas into whole "beans" that can be ground, brewed, and blended like coffee using standard coffee equipment. It supplies coffee producers and manufacturers with green beans, roasted beans, pre-ground beans, and liquid concentrate for use in bean, filter, espresso, capsule, and ready-to-drink applications.

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KUORI develops biodegradable and recyclable materials derived from food by-products, particularly upcycled olive pits and nutshells, for use in high-performance applications traditionally served by conventional plastics. The company aims to replace fossil-based materials in the rubber and elastics industry while eliminating microplastic pollution and reducing carbon emissions.

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Labomar is a company involved in food production and research, participating in the Food-4-Life research project focused on improving plant and animal raw materials for functional foods with high nutritional value while maintaining ecological sustainability.

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Lacerta manufactures thermoformed PET plastic packaging for food producers and supermarkets, offering stock and custom solutions with integrated design capabilities. The company emphasizes sustainable packaging including its ReCERTA™ material made with recycled content.

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Laundris provides an RFID-enabled linen tracking and AI-powered forecasting system that gives hotels and hospitality operators real-time visibility into linen inventory across its lifecycle. It helps operators optimize PAR levels, automate replenishment, and reduce linen loss and operational costs.

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French brand selling eco-designed everyday essentials such as socks and underwear, manufactured in France and sold directly to consumers. It emphasizes local production, repairability, and accessible pricing.

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Les Alchimistes collects food waste and processes it into compost by mixing it with local wood chips, returning organic matter to regional soils after 8–16 weeks of maturation. The company operates composting platforms and, in some cases, methanization to produce biogas, positioning itself in organic waste management and the circular economy.

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Leviathan Dynamics develops a low-temperature evapo-concentrator system that treats industrial wastewater on-site, reducing water consumption and energy use while generating revenue from treated waste streams. The technology targets manufacturing and industrial facilities seeking to convert wastewater treatment from a cost center into a profitable, sustainable operation.

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Library of Things is a social enterprise that rents household tools and equipment from local self-service lockers, offering users access to high-quality items from brands like Bosch and Stihl while promoting circular consumption and reducing waste. The platform serves consumers across the UK, supporting DIY projects and repair skills learning.

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Life Supplies sells a refillable oral care system consisting of a reusable glass bottle paired with home-compostable toothpaste refills made from sugarcane, using a BioHAP, fluoride, potassium citrate, and aloe vera formula for enamel repair, gum care, whitening, and sensitivity relief. The company markets its products directly to consumers in the UK as a plastic-free alternative to conventional toothpaste tubes.

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Lignetics manufactures engineered sorbent solutions from upcycled wood waste for industrial absorption applications. The company transforms forestry byproducts into biodegradable absorbent materials for customers prioritizing sustainability and cost reduction.

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LiSTie develops high-purity lithium recovery technology for electric vehicles, renewable energy storage, and fusion energy applications. The company aims to address future lithium supply shortages through sustainable recovery methods and circular resource management.

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