Cixten is a technology company that specializes in recycling low-temperature waste heat from various industrial processes. It achieves this by harnessing the unique properties of supercritical CO2, converting the waste heat into usable energy forms such as electricity, compressed gas, or thermal upgrades, as per the specific requirements of its clients. This process not only helps businesses reduce their reliance on traditional energy sources but also contributes to a more sustainable and efficient use of energy.
Midipile Mobility
Seed Round in 2024
Midipile Mobility operates a B2B subscription-based service aimed at logistics professionals, focusing on middle mile and last mile deliveries. The company offers a unique vehicle designed with four wheels and a closed body, capable of reaching speeds of 45 km/h (28 mph) while utilizing solar energy for a low-carbon delivery solution. This service encompasses fleet management tools, insurance, maintenance, and assistance, making it a comprehensive turnkey option for clients. Midipile's vehicles are characterized by high capacity, endurance, and reduced environmental impact, providing an efficient alternative to traditional delivery trucks. By leveraging renewable energy and a battery swapping solution, the service not only enhances profitability for users but also ensures a quantified reduction in carbon emissions.
Carbios is a company focused on developing innovative enzymatic bioprocesses for recycling plastic and textile polymers. It specializes in creating biodegradable plastics through a method that enables the recycling of plastic waste, particularly polyethylene terephthalate (PET), which is commonly found in bottles and containers. By utilizing enzymes to decompose and recycle PET, Carbios aims to promote a circular economy and mitigate the environmental issues associated with plastic pollution. The company is committed to advancing sustainable technologies, offering a new generation of fully biodegradable plastics with controlled lifespans and infinite recycling capabilities. Through its biorecycling and bioproduction techniques, Carbios seeks to contribute to a more sustainable future by addressing the challenges posed by plastic waste.
Circul'Egg transforms recycled eggshells into calcium carbonate powder and shell membrane powder for use in animal feed, nutraceuticals, and cosmetics. It promotes sustainable practices by repurposing industrial co-products.
SWEETCH Energy
Venture Round in 2021
SWEETCH Energy is developing a breakthrough technology in the field of salinity gradient power harvesting.
Toopi Organics
Grant in 2021
Toopi Organics is a biotechnology company based in Langon, France, established in 2019. It develops microbiological and agricultural technologies to transform human urine into fertilizers and biostimulants for agriculture. The company collects and upcycles human urine, depollutes and enriches it with microorganisms to provide natural, economical, and efficient alternatives to chemical fertilizers. Its products include Arbop and Vitip, which support plant growth and crop health, offering farming communities an environmentally conscious option for nutrient supply.
Kyanos specializes in the production of microalgae-based food products, focusing on sustainability and environmental health. The company employs an innovative process for cultivating high-value polysaccharides and pigments using high-output micro-algae in vertical photo-reactors. This patented technology significantly enhances productivity while minimizing environmental impact. Kyanos aims to provide consumers with sustainable and contaminant-free food options, thereby contributing to a healthier planet and promoting eco-friendly dietary choices.
ecov is a Paris-based company that designs and operates carpooling lines, a connected, on-demand transit concept that runs like a bus route along designated stops. Its COVOIT' system combines hardware and software to enable drivers to offer empty seats to nearby travelers and allows passengers to register, pay, and request rides via connected stations with touchscreens, LED destination panels, and roadside guidance; real-time GPS provides estimated wait times and a mobile app and web portal support profile management, top-ups, trip declarations, ticket claims, and post-ride feedback. The platform supports spontaneous carpooling with no advance booking, delivering high-frequency service with short waits in peak times. Ecov serves communities, companies, transport operators, real estate developers, urban planners, and consultancies. It maintains strategic partnerships with engineering firms for traffic analysis, hardware manufacturers for components, and roadworks companies. Founded in 2014, ecov operates from Paris with an office in Lyon.
UrbanHub is a logistics company specializing in digital fulfillment services tailored for e-merchants, brands, and retailers. The company serves as a comprehensive logistics intermediary, offering a wide range of services that include product storage, order preparation, parcel shipping, and return management. UrbanHub emphasizes the creation of an environmentally friendly supply chain by promoting sustainable practices, such as green delivery methods and the use of recycled packaging materials. To enhance its operations, UrbanHub utilizes a sophisticated ERP system with AI extensions to optimize last-mile multimodal deliveries, ensuring efficiency and reduced environmental impact.
Smaaart
Venture Round in 2019
Smaaart is a retailer based in Saint Mathieu de Tréviers, France, specializing in the manufacture and sale of refurbished mobile phones and other electronic devices. The company provides a variety of smartphones and tablets in different aesthetic grades, including Grade A, Grade B, and Grade C, catering to diverse customer preferences. In addition to mobile devices, Smaaart offers a range of related products such as laptops, desktops, servers, and accessories. The company also focuses on customization, providing tailored products for entrepreneurs and businesses. Smaaart sells its offerings through an online platform and an established distribution network, ensuring accessibility and affordability for its customers. As a subsidiary of Sofi Groupe, Smaaart is committed to delivering reliable and durable electronic products.
ecov is a Paris-based company that designs and operates carpooling lines, a connected, on-demand transit concept that runs like a bus route along designated stops. Its COVOIT' system combines hardware and software to enable drivers to offer empty seats to nearby travelers and allows passengers to register, pay, and request rides via connected stations with touchscreens, LED destination panels, and roadside guidance; real-time GPS provides estimated wait times and a mobile app and web portal support profile management, top-ups, trip declarations, ticket claims, and post-ride feedback. The platform supports spontaneous carpooling with no advance booking, delivering high-frequency service with short waits in peak times. Ecov serves communities, companies, transport operators, real estate developers, urban planners, and consultancies. It maintains strategic partnerships with engineering firms for traffic analysis, hardware manufacturers for components, and roadworks companies. Founded in 2014, ecov operates from Paris with an office in Lyon.
Drust specializes in providing car service companies with a range of solutions and technologies to develop their own connected car offerings. Their products include ready-to-use telematics tools such as APIs, driver apps, dashboards, and dongles, as well as customized development services. Drust also features a unique platform, DRIVELAB, which allows for experimentation with connected car features in real-time with actual drivers. The company's focus is on delivering driver-oriented services that offer insights into vehicle performance and driving habits, aiming to enhance safety, reduce costs, and promote a more enjoyable driving experience.