Founder One

Founder One is an impact investment firm founded in 2022 and based in Istanbul, Turkey. It focuses on backing technology sector ventures, seeking to support innovative startups that aim to create measurable social and economic impact.

Ali Sahin

General Manager and Investment Committee Member

Past deals in Recycling

VerdantWave

Seed Round in 2024
VerdantWave provides an alternative to petroleum-based plastics by utilizing renewable resources and agricultural waste to drastically reduce the carbon footprint, improve mechanical characteristics, and assist organizations pursuing net zero goals.

Yenir

Seed Round in 2024
Yenir operates an online platform that redistributes surplus or near-expiry fresh foods at discounted prices to reduce food waste. The company collects products from contracted suppliers, conducts quality control, and sells them through its network of Resell Hub centers. These recycling centers enable the processing and sale of surplus inventory across the regions it serves, with the goal of expanding its reach and offerings to business partners and consumers while lowering waste and costs.

Swatchloop

Seed Round in 2024
Swatchloop is a company that specializes in optimizing the recycling of textile waste through a digital platform. It employs machine learning to enhance sorting and recycling processes, providing businesses with smart recommendations for effective waste management. The platform enables comprehensive data analysis, allowing users to track recycling efforts transparently and efficiently. By focusing on reducing carbon footprints and promoting circular economy principles, Swatchloop empowers businesses to manage their recycling supply chains more effectively, facilitating textile-to-textile recycling initiatives that contribute to sustainability in the industry.

Wastespresso

Seed Round in 2023
Wastespresso is a company dedicated to managing coffee waste by transforming spent coffee grounds into bioplastic compounds and products. They produce bio-based items such as disposable and reusable cups, straws, flower pots, and spoons. The company collects microwaste from various establishments including headquarters, hotels, cafes, offices, and restaurants, converting it into eco-friendly materials that can quickly dissolve in nature. This process helps clients reduce their plastic and coffee waste, thereby lowering the carbon footprint across multiple sectors.

Yenir

Seed Round in 2023
Yenir operates an online platform that redistributes surplus or near-expiry fresh foods at discounted prices to reduce food waste. The company collects products from contracted suppliers, conducts quality control, and sells them through its network of Resell Hub centers. These recycling centers enable the processing and sale of surplus inventory across the regions it serves, with the goal of expanding its reach and offerings to business partners and consumers while lowering waste and costs.

The Hab Project

Seed Round in 2023
The Hab Project is a company specializing in sustainable architecture and planning. It designs eco-friendly, innovative living spaces with a focus on minimizing environmental impact. The company's services include architectural and engineering research and development, aiming to reduce soil interference, construction noise, and promote recycling and upcycling values. The Hab Project's goal is to create better living environments and enrich people's lives through its sustainable designs.

Yenir

Pre Seed Round in 2022
Yenir operates an online platform that redistributes surplus or near-expiry fresh foods at discounted prices to reduce food waste. The company collects products from contracted suppliers, conducts quality control, and sells them through its network of Resell Hub centers. These recycling centers enable the processing and sale of surplus inventory across the regions it serves, with the goal of expanding its reach and offerings to business partners and consumers while lowering waste and costs.
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