Circular Economy Startups

Orchard sells premium pre-owned smartphones that pass two rounds of 30-point quality inspections, at discounts of up to 70% off new prices. It also promotes bring-your-own-device carrier plans and offers a trade-in program that pays customers for their old phones.

2 investors

Ostara manufactures specialty granular phosphate fertilizers for crop production that release nutrients in response to crop demand, reducing environmental losses from conventional fertilizers. The company serves agricultural growers across various crops and soil types.

2 investors

Outlander Materials develops microbial nanocellulose through controlled fermentation, engineered for industrial-scale production and cost-efficient sustainable material applications. The company serves industries seeking high-performance bio-based alternatives to synthetic materials without compromising on performance or cost.

2 investors

Outlast is a platform that optimizes waste collection and recycling operations for waste management companies, helping them maximize margins and operational efficiency.

2 investors

OVHcloud provides cloud computing infrastructure and hosting solutions including public cloud, dedicated servers, and hybrid approaches for various workloads such as website hosting, e-commerce, and big data applications.

2 investors

Ovipost builds automated insect farms that convert cheap agricultural byproducts into protein-rich insect biomass. The company targets the animal feed industry, aiming to provide an alternative to fishmeal and other expensive feed proteins.

2 investors

PeelPioneers collects citrus peels left over from juicing in supermarkets and hospitality and processes them into natural ingredients such as fibers and essential oils used in food, cosmetics, and cleaning products. Based in the Netherlands, it sells these upcycled ingredients to producers to reuse 100% of the peel.

2 investors

Pela develops compostable consumer products and food waste conversion technology. The company produces phone cases and Lomi, a countertop device that converts food scraps into natural fertilizer for home users and communities focused on waste reduction.

2 investors

Perfekto is a direct-to-consumer platform that delivers "imperfect" fresh produce—fruits and vegetables rejected for cosmetic or production reasons—directly from farms to customers' homes in Mexico. The service reduces food waste while offering consumers cheaper prices and fresher products while supporting farmers.

2 investors

Petit Pli makes children's clothing designed to expand and grow with a child over time, using materials such as ripstop breathable fabric. The products are direct-to-consumer childrenswear marketed with a focus on reducing waste from outgrown clothes.

2 investors

Pickler helps companies organize product-level sustainability data including carbon footprints, materials, and evidence to meet regulatory compliance requirements like CSRD, PPWR, and digital product passport standards. The platform serves sustainability, sales, and reporting teams managing environmental claims and certifications.

2 investors

Pieter Pot is an online grocery retailer offering package-free food products through a zero-waste food system model in the Netherlands. The company operates a membership program that provides discounts and supports its mission to create a waste-free food chain.

2 investors

PittMoss manufactures peat-free, soilless potting mixes and soil amendments made from recycled paper and organic cellulose fibers, aimed at gardeners, nurseries, and growers seeking reduced water and fertilizer use. The company also produces animal bedding from the same fiber-based materials.

2 investors

Plantee develops renewable-based bio products and biocomposites from waste and by-product streams sourced from forestry, agriculture, and marine ecosystems to replace fossil inputs in consumer products. The company targets the emerging circular bioeconomy market in Canada.

2 investors

PlantSwitch manufactures home-compostable food packaging and cutlery products from agricultural waste, particularly rice hulls, using a proprietary CompostZero™ bio-resin that breaks down in backyard compost without leaving microplastics. The company sells bulk products and resin to foodservice operators, distributors, brands, retailers, and plastic manufacturers.

2 investors

PLASKOLITE is a global manufacturer of engineering thermoplastics that produces plastic sheet materials for industrial, commercial, and specialty applications. The company serves customers across multiple industries by providing advanced plastic solutions, multi-material expertise, and scalable manufacturing capabilities.

2 investors

Polycarbin operates a circular economy for scientific plastics, offering a recycling service that diverts single-use lab consumables from landfills and turns them into new lab products. It serves research laboratories and provides low-carbon consumables plus a carbon-emissions reporting dashboard to measure sustainability impact.

2 investors

Premier Modular is a UK-based offsite construction specialist that designs and manufactures modular building solutions for various applications. The company delivers purpose-built facilities with reduced environmental impact compared to traditional construction methods.

2 investors

Pro-Vac provides soil disturbance, relocation, sewer flushing, and pipe protection services including cathodic and epoxy coating across multiple industrial sectors including pulp mills, paper mills, and oil and gas operations.

2 investors

Probo Medical is a global provider of diagnostic imaging equipment and services that sells, rents, and repairs ultrasound systems, CT, MRI, X-ray, and other medical imaging devices to hospitals, imaging centers, veterinary clinics, and specialty medical practices. The company serves medical professionals across cardiology, women's health, pain management, and veterinary medicine with refurbished and new diagnostic imaging systems at competitive prices.

2 investors

Protix produces insect-based ingredients using black soldier flies, converting organic and food waste into protein and nutrients for animal feed, pet food, plant care, and insect farming. It supplies these low-footprint solutions to manufacturers across the feed and farming sectors worldwide.

2 investors

Pulpex develops sustainable wood pulp-based bottles as an alternative to glass and plastic packaging, targeting major consumer goods brands seeking to reduce their environmental footprint.

2 investors

PureCycle recycles polypropylene (No. 5) plastic waste into ultra-pure recycled resin using a patented purification process that removes color, odor, and contaminants. It supplies this recycled resin to manufacturers seeking sustainable, reusable plastic feedstock.

2 investors

PVpallet makes reusable, recyclable packaging for the solar and renewable energy industry, including its HDPE plastic Series X solar panel pallets, bulk bins, and handheld totes. It also offers packaging consulting, custom solutions, and a reverse logistics program with product tracking, cleaning, and refurbishment to replace single-use packaging.

2 investors