Circular Economy Startups

CO2 Value Europe is a non-profit association representing the Carbon Capture and Utilisation (CCU) value chain across Europe. It brings together over 100 organisations from industry, startups, universities, research bodies, and regional clusters to advance CCU technologies in support of EU climate targets.

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COAGROPACÍFICO is an agricultural organization that supports small-scale producers by providing technical assistance, production, and commercialization services for fresh cacao and coconut destined for processing. It operates a coconut transformation plant that turns coconut waste into products, serving smallholder farming families in the Colombian Pacific region.

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Coastal Waste provides solid waste collection, disposal, and recycling services for homeowners, haulers, and developers. The company owns and operates recycling and disposal facilities in the southeastern United States.

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CoCircular offers consulting and an AI-assisted platform to help companies manage waste under circular-economy principles, improving waste recovery rates, reducing CO2 emissions, and ensuring traceability in line with European regulations. It serves businesses, including construction/project developers, and provides "Valoriza" and "Recicla" certification seals for avoided and reused waste, with a focus on Spain.

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CocoaFiber converts cocoa pod husks from chocolate production into regenerated cellulose textile fibers using a proprietary wet-chemistry process. The company targets textile mills, brands, and automotive suppliers seeking bio-based, fossil-free fiber alternatives for apparel, automotive interiors, and soft goods applications.

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Coffeeco Upcycle S.A. collects spent coffee grounds from coffee shops and HORECA partners and upcycles them into materials and ingredients used in skincare actives, biobased plastics, and cleaning products. The company operates a closed-loop, circular model aimed at both consumer and professional applications.

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Coliba Africa collects and recycles plastic waste across West Africa, particularly in Côte d'Ivoire, with a focus on employing informal waste collectors and women. The company operates collection boxes in urban areas and runs a processing facility to produce rPET (recycled PET) flakes for industrial use.

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Collectively is a consumer platform that helps people discover sustainable brands and plant-based food, offering rewards and benefits for making eco-friendly purchasing choices. It focuses on connecting shoppers with environmentally conscious products.

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College HUNKS Hauling Junk & Moving is a full-service residential and commercial company offering moving, junk removal, donation pickups, and hourly labor services, with an emphasis on eco-friendly donation and recycling of unwanted items. Founded in 2005 and franchised since 2007, it operates over 200 locations across the United States and Canada.

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Colonial Mills manufactures braided home furnishings including rugs, baskets, and décor items made from materials like wool, polypropylene, and recycled Sunbrella yarn. The company produces made-to-order products at its factory in Rumford, Rhode Island, serving consumers seeking durable, customizable home accessories.

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Compactor Rentals of America operates a national service network that provides commercial compactors and balers for waste management. The company offers equipment rental, installation, maintenance, and customer support for businesses seeking on-demand waste handling solutions.

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CompAsia extends the life of used electronic devices to improve affordability and reduce e-waste, working with partners to refurbish and resell devices.

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Complete Solutions Consulting International is a sustainable energy company that converts waste into energy through integrated solutions including feasibility studies, equipment selection, installation, and commissioning for both solid and liquid waste streams. The company serves global markets from its Canadian headquarters, partnering with technology providers to create circular economy outcomes.

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A company selling compost and potting mix products under branded names for organic gardening and agricultural use.

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Composta+ collects organic waste from businesses and homes and composts it into organic fertilizer, providing customers with bins, training, and personalized collection plans. Subscribers also receive vegetable seedlings monthly as part of the company's nutrient-cycle service in Brazil.

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Compost Crew is a locally owned composting company that collects food scraps from homes, businesses, communities, and local governments and converts them into soil amendment. It serves the Greater Washington area and also sells certified compostable products through its Key Compostables line.

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Compostify develops compostable bioplastic solutions designed to replace conventional plastics, with a focus on breaking down naturally in composting environments. The company initially targets horticulture and garden products, serving businesses seeking sustainable packaging alternatives.

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CompostNow offers compost collection services for homes and businesses, and returns finished soil to local growers through a Compost Giveback and Garden Partners Program. It also provides grant writing, operational management, and infrastructure support for municipal compost programs, and shares diversion data to track impact.

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Compound22 supplies turf, landscape, and agricultural materials to construction and landscape projects, emphasizing specification-led procurement with consistent quality standards and reliable delivery schedules. The company prioritizes standards compliance, reduced environmental impact through local sourcing, and operational support beyond material supply.

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CompPair is a Swiss company that develops self-healing (healable) advanced composite materials designed to bring repairability to composite products across sectors such as aerospace. Spun out of EPFL research, its technology supports circular economy practices by extending the life of composite parts.

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Concord Enviro develops industrial wastewater treatment and water recycling solutions, including reverse osmosis and zero liquid discharge (ZLD) technologies, for customers seeking to recover usable water and reduce water scarcity. The company has operated since 1992 and focuses on circular economy principles in water management.

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Concrete4Change develops carbon capture and utilization technology that converts industrial CO₂ and calcium-rich materials into advanced performance minerals for use in cement, lime, and chemical production. The company deploys modular on-site solutions to reduce carbon intensity without disrupting existing industrial operations.

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Concular provides circular construction and urban mining services, guiding property owners, asset managers, and manufacturers from building stock analysis through implementation of circular strategies. The company serves the German real estate and construction market.

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Confetti Fine Foods is a Singapore-based snack maker producing vegetable-based crunchy snacks with flavors like teriyaki BBQ.

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