Circular Economy Startups

Ingelia develops patented hydrothermal carbonization (HTC) technology and modular, scalable plant systems that convert low-value organic waste, including wet and solid biomass, into engineered biocarbons. Its plug-and-play plants support material recovery in line with EU waste directives and reduce CO2 emissions.

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INKI provides a Device-as-a-Service (DaaS) subscription for businesses, offering brand-new or refurbished laptops, phones, and displays that are fully insured, maintained, and managed for a flat monthly fee across the EU. It includes device provisioning, repair, insurance, data security integration (Apple DEP, Android Enterprise), and a management dashboard for equipping remote and in-office teams.

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Inmaco designs and builds packaging machinery for cardboard and paper-based sustainable packaging systems. The company provides equipment and technical advisory services to businesses seeking eco-friendly packaging solutions.

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Innolact develops biodegradable biopolymers from whey permeate and urban sludge for food packaging applications. The company operates a pilot production plant converting waste streams into polyhydroxyalkanoate (PHA) materials as a sustainable packaging alternative.

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Innomost develops biobased raw materials from birch bark for use in cosmetics, packaging, coatings, adhesives, and industrial applications, replacing fossil-based alternatives. The company transforms forest industry byproducts into high-value ingredients for manufacturers seeking circular, renewable material solutions.

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Innomy Labs develops sustainable protein sources from mycelium (fungi) as alternatives to plant and animal proteins, and offers customized R&D services to food-industry partners for fungi-based protein production and by-product valorization. It focuses on improving the food system through circular-economy and sustainable food production methods.

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Innovakote develops a proprietary recycling process that converts used powder coating waste into reusable powder for the coating supply chain, helping manufacturers and applicators reduce waste and carbon footprint.

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Inopsys offers on-site mobile and modular side-stream systems that purify contaminated water and solvents and recover valuable components such as precious metals for chemical and pharmaceutical industry clients. Its services include treating waste streams to remove contaminants like TBP and PFAS to below permit limits and recovering raw materials such as palladium.

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Inovar manufactures custom product labels and flexible packaging for highly-regulated industries, offering services such as vendor-managed inventory, prepress, and a customer ordering portal. The company operates 14 U.S. locations and emphasizes sustainable and recyclable packaging solutions.

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Instituto Juruá is a Brazilian nonprofit organization working on community-based conservation, participatory territorial governance, and socio-bioeconomy along the Juruá River in the Amazon. Its programs cover scientific research and innovation, collaborative education and community strengthening, and the protection of natural areas alongside social justice for rural and riverside families.

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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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Intermas manufactures plastic mesh and net-based products, focusing on sustainable development and clean alternatives developed by its R&D team for its business clients. The company emphasizes environmentally positive solutions across its manufacturing projects.

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Interstate Waste Services (IWS) provides solid waste collection, hauling, transfer, recycling, and landfill/disposal services for commercial and municipal customers across the New York City boroughs, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and lower New York State. The company also runs sustainability programs including landfill gas recovery, green energy systems, and organic waste diversion.

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Inuru develops reusable packaging containers with dynamic electronic displays that show different brand information without requiring a return to the original manufacturer, enabling circular use across multiple supply chains in consumer goods.

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Ioniqa is a clean-tech spinoff from Eindhoven University of Technology that uses a proprietary depolymerisation process to upcycle all types and colors of PET plastic waste into virgin-quality PET raw material suitable for food packaging. The company, based in the Netherlands, also runs the NOW (NO Waste) consumer movement to promote circular use of plastics.

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IPF operates an online marketplace for buying and selling second-hand kids' products, connecting parents with nearby sellers. The platform also lists used electronics and home essentials, and offers buyer protection along with doorstep pickup and delivery.

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Italmatch is a global chemical group that develops chemical solutions with a focus on sustainability and innovation. It operates through multiple business units serving industrial customers, backed by research and development.

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Itero develops patented pyrolysis technology that converts plastic waste otherwise bound for landfill or incineration into feedstock products used to make new plastics. The company operates a pilot plant in West London and is developing an industrial-scale demonstration facility at the Brightlands Chemelot campus.

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Japan System Care processes and recycles used resources and equipment to give them new value, addressing issues such as illegal industrial waste dumping and data leakage while promoting reuse and recycling. The company aims to build a sustainable society by properly handling reusable resources rather than discarding them.

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Jackalo designs durable, gender-neutral kids clothing built for play and hand-me-downs, with a focus on environmental responsibility and circular economy practices. All items are designed for end-of-life buyback, repair, resale, recycling, or composting.

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Sustainable Corrugated is an independent sheet feeder that manufactures corrugated board and sheets using 100% recycled paper and Kraftliner, supplying sheet plant customers. The company uses EDI technology for order management and delivery tracking and aims to reduce the carbon footprint of its manufacturing.

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Jadex is a materials-science company and manufacturer operating a group of companies that produce products such as compostable straws and cutlery, rigid and HDPE packaging, and zinc-based materials used in coins and construction. It focuses on sustainable manufacturing, waste reduction, and material recirculation for consumer and industrial markets.

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Jimoty (ジモティー) is a Japanese local classifieds bulletin-board platform where individuals post and browse listings to buy, sell, or give away used goods and other local items. Buyers and sellers connect through in-app chat and arrange handover and payment directly, with posting offered free of charge.

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Jornada Amazônia is a network and platform supporting entrepreneurship in the Amazon bioeconomy, offering programs, community building, and impact measurement for startups and talents. It connects investors and large companies to opportunities in sustainable production chains, focusing on the Amazon region of Brazil.

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