Circular Economy Startups

PERSEO Biotechnology develops industrial processes that convert organic waste and byproducts into advanced bioethanol, bioproducts, and bioenergy using its own technology. It offers custom waste valorization projects, including industrial plants and innovation services, based on circular economy and sustainability principles.

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Petainer designs and manufactures lightweight PET packaging aimed at reducing waste and carbon footprint, serving businesses in beverage production, co-packing, and water distribution. The company focuses on circular, durable, and cost-efficient packaging solutions across multiple industries.

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Phase Biolabs develops biotechnology to convert CO2 into ethanol and other chemicals for use in manufacturing, transportation fuels, and other industrial applications. The company uses biological processes to make carbon recycling economically viable at scale.

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Phast produces PHA (polyhydroxyalkanoate) materials through natural fermentation that are bio-based, biodegradable, and break down without leaving microplastics, targeting high-value applications in dental and personal care products. The company offers materials engineered to work with existing manufacturing processes while enabling brands to eliminate microplastic pollution from products used in and on the body.

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Pimpant makes refillable, powder-to-dilute home and personal care products—including toothpaste, shower gels, shampoos, laundry detergents, and household cleaners—that families mix with tap water in reusable glass bottles. The products use COSMOS Natural-certified formulas and are manufactured in the company's own factory in Dives-sur-Mer, France.

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PLAEX develops intelligent manufacturing technology that converts waste into durable building products. It offers hardware, structural, and environmental solutions for the construction and building materials sector.

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Pod is a platform for producer cooperatives, small shops, and consumer associations in Spain to manage production, distribution, and sales of local and sustainable food products. It serves small-scale farmers, food producers, and ecological cooperatives seeking to strengthen direct relationships between producers and consumers.

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Plantner extracts and manufactures alginate, a biodegradable material used across biomedical and industrial applications. Its alginate is applied in medical devices, pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, advanced biotech (such as bio-ink and organoids), and agriculture.

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Plant Provisions makes plant-based deli slices from chickpeas and vegetables, designed as alternatives to traditional cold cuts for sandwiches. The company sources ingredients from sustainable farms and targets consumers seeking minimally processed, plant-based food options.

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PlantSea develops seaweed-based packaging materials as an alternative to single-use plastics. It targets companies seeking eco-conscious packaging solutions.

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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.

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Plascon Plastics is an injection molding manufacturer that develops and produces plastic molded products for businesses, including through the use of PCR and other sustainable materials. Based in Vancouver, it serves clients across North America.

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Plaskolite manufactures thermoplastic sheet products, including polycarbonate, acrylic, PETG, ABS, PVC, mirror, and olefin sheet, as well as PMMA polymers. Its offerings serve markets such as lighting, spa and bath manufacturing, with product lines including recycled sheet for circular use.

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PlasticFri develops Grale, a sustainable plastic alternative made from plant-based materials such as cellulose, agricultural waste, and forestry byproducts. The product serves manufacturers and brands seeking environmentally-friendly, cost-effective, and scalable substitutes for conventional petroleum-based plastics.

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Plastigaur develops flexible packaging and wrapping solutions with a focus on sustainability, including the use of post-consumer recycled material and chemically recycled material. The company produces packaging that is largely recyclable and incorporates recycled content.

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Plastiks operates a blockchain-based platform that verifies and traces the recovery and recycling of plastic waste, issuing digital certificates that can be converted into plastic credits. It serves organizations seeking to document their recycling efforts and make credible sustainability claims in line with circular economy regulations, with verified recovery entities across 20 countries.

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Platform Groen Gas is a Dutch industry coalition working to produce 2 billion cubic meters of green gas (a renewable, circular alternative to natural gas) in the Netherlands by 2030, and it provides knowledge and support to organizations considering green gas production. It was formed in 2022 by uniting four organizations in the Dutch green gas sector.

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Plating Brap provides electroplating finishes on plastic parts, specializing in hexavalent chromium, trivalent chromium, and chrome-free etch coatings. The company operates with a focus on quality standards, waste minimization, and environmental sustainability in its manufacturing processes.

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Plaxin develops a patented process that grinds down organic matter and bio-waste and processes it to extract and regenerate lactic and polylactide acids into bio-based polymer materials. The company operates a laboratory in Stockholm producing next-generation biopolymer materials.

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PLHYDE creates plant-based leather from fruit and vegetable waste for use in footwear, automotive, and other industries, positioning it as a plastic-free alternative to conventional leather.

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Pliteq engineers and manufactures products for buildings and infrastructure, including sound and vibration control solutions and specialty rubber flooring, using post-consumer recycled rubber from processed used tires. It serves commercial construction projects and operates across multiple global markets from its North American manufacturing base.

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A group specializing in the design, manufacturing, and logistics of custom-made products, GWP (gift-with-purchase), packaging, and accessories, with an emphasis on eco-design and sustainable materials. It serves brands in the perfume, cosmetics, retail, fashion, jewelry, watchmaking, and distribution sectors, with sourcing across Asia, Europe, and France.

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Polytopoly is a marketplace for recycled plastics that helps plastics manufacturers source, order, and track verified recycled materials with laboratory-based quality control. It offers over 570 verified grades across recycled polyolefins, styrenics, and polyesters, aiming to substitute fossil-based plastics.

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Polyair (part of IPG) manufactures protective packaging products, including inflatable bubble-on-demand and air pillow systems, recyclable paper cushioning wraps, and insulated shipping materials for temperature-sensitive perishable and medical deliveries. Its product line serves packing and shipping operations, with several offerings focused on curbside-recyclable and recycled-content materials.

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