Brinc

Brinc is a global venture acceleration firm headquartered in Hong Kong. It operates multidisciplinary accelerator programs across seven countries, focusing on startups in blockchain technology, AI, connected hardware, robotics, climate tech, food technology, and IoT. Brinc also supports corporations with innovation strategies and Web3-enabled businesses.

Manav Gupta

Founder and CEO

Bay McLaughlin

Co-Founder

Heriberto Saldivar Massimi

Managing Director

Past deals in Sustainability

Decomer Technology

Seed Round in 2024
Decomer Technology develops water-soluble and edible packaging materials and related products. Its materials offer an eco-friendly alternative to conventional plastics by dissolving in water and using plant-based components that can be composted, enabling water-soluble, edible containers for packaging applications.

Azul Bio

Pre Seed Round in 2024
Azul Bio specializes in marine ecosystem preservation and enhancement, focusing on coral reef restoration. They employ advanced biological analysis services to monitor and maintain aquatic environments, offering DNA-based biodiversity assessments, species genotyping, microbiome profiling, and disease detection. This data empowers marine researchers and industries to improve aquaculture practices and safeguard ocean ecosystems against climate change.

Gaia Refinery

Pre Seed Round in 2024
Gaia Refinery develops modular carbon removal technology that integrates with existing industrial operations to convert bio-based waste streams into permanent CO2 removal. Its Bio-DAC plug-in system leverages underutilized biomass and industrial waste to capture carbon dioxide with lower energy requirements than traditional direct air capture, aiming for scalable decarbonization of bio-industrial sectors such as biochar, bio-oil, pulp and paper, ethanol, and forestry. The technology is designed to be embedded in refineries and industrial facilities to provide cost-effective, permanent CO2 removal, including storage in underground, soil, oceans or trees, depending on deployment. Gaia aims to help organizations meet net-zero targets while improving resource efficiency and waste management. The company positions itself as enabling practical decarbonization by turning waste streams into climate value, offering a pathway to reduce industrial emissions through a modular, feedstock-friendly approach.

Re:meat

Pre Seed Round in 2024
Founded in 2022, Re:meat is Sweden's first cultivated meat startup. It specializes in large-scale production of sustainable meat locally, aiming to reduce land and water use while eliminating the need for antibiotics and hormones. The company plans to launch its first product, cultivated beef, by 2025-2026.

Poás Bioenergy

Pre Seed Round in 2023
Poás Bioenergy designs, manufactures, and installs carbon-negative biomass gasification systems. These systems convert agricultural waste into biochar, enhancing soil fertility and capturing carbon, while generating clean energy for farmers to reduce their carbon footprint.

CarbonBridge

Pre Seed Round in 2023
CarbonBridge develops advanced bioreactors that enhance microbe productivity by over 400%. The company aims to produce ultra-low carbon methanol using intermittent power sources, supported by ARPA-E. Its headquarters are in San Jose, with research and development facilities in Harlem, New York.

Formwork.io

Seed Round in 2023
Formwork IO use Whole Life Carbon Thinking to create new technologies that assist developers and asset managers in winning the Net Zero Embodied Carbon race, increasing their contribution to decreasing the world's embodied carbon by 50% over the next 350 weeks. Formwork provides developers and asset managers with access to a wide choice of scalable carbon negative and neutral materials that may dramatically cut upfront carbon and Scope 3 emissions in the construction and building sector as an upfront and Scope 3 carbon specialist.

Mycorium Biotech

Pre Seed Round in 2023
Mycorium Biotech converts waste into biodegradable bioleather, offering a sustainable alternative to synthetic leather in the fashion industry. This aligns with the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goal 12, promoting responsible production and consumption.

Bluana Foods

Pre Seed Round in 2022
Founded in 2022, Bluana Foods specializes in producing plant-based seafood alternatives. Their patented process uses natural ingredients like algae and mushrooms to create sustainable, shelf-stable products such as sashimi-grade fish filets, aiming to reduce ocean fish consumption.

Umami Bioworks

Seed Round in 2022
Umami Bioworks is a company focused on the discovery and development of a scalable platform for producing cultivated seafood, aiming to protect endangered marine species while providing consumers with sustainable seafood options. The company utilizes systems engineering to enhance the discovery and industrialization processes, facilitating local production that is both price competitive and environmentally responsible. Its innovative approach involves creating cell-based food products derived from fish cells and tissue, which are designed to be free from harmful substances such as mercury, antibiotics, microplastics, and ocean pollutants. By offering affordable, cell-cultured seafood and meat alternatives, Umami Bioworks addresses the growing demand for healthy and sustainable food choices.

Magic Valley

Pre Seed Round in 2022
Magic Valley is an Australian startup that develops real meat by growing animal cells in bioreactors. The company cultures cells, obtained via biopsy from live animals, in serum-free media and differentiates them into muscle and fat to produce real meat products. By advancing lab-grown meat, Magic Valley aims to meet global demand for animal-based food options while reducing reliance on traditional livestock, lowering environmental impact and improving animal welfare. The approach also seeks to lower biological risks and disease exposure associated with conventional supply chains and targets use by restaurants and other food service providers seeking more sustainable protein sources.

Jack & Bry

Series A in 2022
Jack and Bry to create a jackfruit food tech company delivering into multiple markets with a carbon-negative supply chain, resulting in a sustainable ecosystem where we can live life to the full. Providing the tastiest, meatiest, meat-free meats on the planet made from jackfruit. Jack and Bry is producing tasty, tender and nutritious alternatives for the meat and fish markets. Meeting global demand for flexitarians and meat-eaters, looking to reduce their intake. Jack & Bry is founded by Bryony Tinn-Disbury and Jennifer Pardoe in 2019and is located in London, England, United Kingdom.

Abillion

Series A in 2022
Abillion is a global platform focused on promoting sustainable living by connecting consumers with vegan and cruelty-free products. It serves as a review and discovery hub that allows users to share their opinions on plant-based options while also helping businesses adapt to the growing demand for these products. Through its innovative peer-to-peer marketplace, Abillion has facilitated the discovery of vegan food and sustainable goods, impacting millions of individuals worldwide. The company has partnered with over 250,000 businesses to enhance their visibility among environmentally conscious consumers. Abillion prides itself on its diverse team, which represents nearly 20 nationalities, and emphasizes gender diversity, with women making up over half of its workforce. With a mission to make sustainable choices second nature for a billion people, Abillion strives to create a more sustainable future through community engagement and shared experiences.

Sophie's Bionutrients

Seed Round in 2021
Sophie's Bionutrients is a company focused on creating sustainable plant-based proteins derived from microalgae through advanced fermentation technologies. By employing strain optimization, precision fermentation, and protein extraction methods, the company develops high-purity protein powders with various functionalities. These innovative products cater to the food industry, particularly in the production of imitation seafood, offering an alternative that aligns with growing demands for sustainable and environmentally friendly food sources.

Nature Foods

Seed Round in 2021
Nature Foods is a food and beverage company specializing in healthy and delicious plant-based dairy alternatives. The company produces a range of vegan-friendly products, including plant-based milk alternatives, pea snacks, and muesli, all designed to meet the needs of modern consumers. By focusing on quality ingredients, Nature Foods aims to provide nutritious options that are rich in plant protein, vitamins, and calcium. The brand is committed to offering environmentally sustainable food products at affordable prices, catering to health-conscious individuals seeking both taste and nutritional value in their diet.

Update Foods

Seed Round in 2021
Update Foods is a producer of vegan dairy products focused on facilitating the transition to a plant-based diet. The company specializes in creating affordable and nutritious alternatives to traditional dairy items, using algae as a primary ingredient. This innovative approach allows Update Foods to offer a diverse range of animal-free milk and other dairy substitutes that mimic the taste and texture of conventional dairy products while ensuring minimal environmental impact and no harm to animals. By prioritizing both taste and sustainability, Update Foods aims to provide consumers with enjoyable plant-based options that align with their dietary preferences.

Wildfire Energy

Pre Seed Round in 2021
Wildfire Energy is a developer specializing in distributed energy solutions and hydrogen recovery from waste and residual biomass. The company employs a proprietary gasification process designed for syngas conversion, which effectively transforms low-value biomass and waste into renewable energy products. This technology not only eliminates the need for landfills but also allows for the cost-effective conversion of these feedstocks into high-quality syngas, facilitating the generation of electricity and the production of fuels and chemicals such as hydrogen and ammonia. Wildfire Energy's innovative approach enables clients to harness the potential of waste materials, promoting sustainability and energy efficiency.

Rainfed Foods

Pre Seed Round in 2021
Rainfed Foods is a plant-based protein company established in 2020 and headquartered in Toronto, Canada. The company focuses on producing sustainable and nutritious food options, utilizing climate-resilient underutilized crops such as millets. Rainfed Foods offers a variety of products, including plant-based milk and dairy alternatives, aimed at providing consumers with accessible vegan food choices. By prioritizing sustainability in its operations, Rainfed Foods contributes to the development of resilient food systems.

Upfood IVS

Pre Seed Round in 2021
Upfood is a food tech company upcycling surplus fresh produce and industry side streams into nutritious vegan ingredients.

Harmony Baby Nutrition

Seed Round in 2021
Harmony is a biotechnology startup that creates human breast milk protein-based infant nutrition designed to help human babies thrive. It is the world’s first dairy-free, allergen-free and environmentally friendly infant nutrition. Harmony Baby Nutrition was established in 2018 and is based in Boston, MA.

SenseGrass

Seed Round in 2020
Founded in 2017, SenseGrass develops IoT devices and AI software for sustainable farming. It offers real-time soil intelligence via sensors and analytics, enabling farmers to optimize nutrient management, reduce chemical fertilizer use, and increase crop yields.

Seagrass Technologies

Pre Seed Round in 2019
Seagrass Technologies develops a harvesting technology platform for cultivating marine microalgae using non-potable water and non-arable land. The system uses open raceway ponds to capture carbon dioxide and supports varied cultivation methods to increase yield and reduce production costs. Its algae-based solutions aim to provide renewable, environmentally friendly alternatives that improve livelihoods and contribute to a greener planet.

Omni

Pre Seed Round in 2019
Omni is a plant-based pet food company from the UK, that is developing healthy, sustainable food for dogs.

Caskai

Seed Round in 2019
Caskai is a company that specializes in transforming coffee byproducts, specifically cascara, into innovative beverages. Cascara, the dried fruit of the coffee cherry, serves as the primary ingredient in Caskai's products, which are designed to provide a refreshing and health-conscious alternative to traditional drinks. These lightly carbonated, non-alcoholic beverages are rich in antioxidants and offer a variety of benefits, making them suitable for consumption during a workday or after physical activity. By utilizing cascara, Caskai not only creates enjoyable beverages but also contributes to sustainability by upcycling a byproduct that would otherwise be considered waste in the coffee production process.

Phuture

Seed Round in 2019
Phuture Limited is a Hong Kong-based company founded in 2018 that specializes in producing plant-based minced meat products. Focused on sustainability, Phuture aims to provide alternatives to traditional meat by offering non-genetically modified, halal options that closely mimic the taste and texture of pork. The company's proprietary processing technology incorporates rice into its product blend, enhancing the flavor and mouthfeel to create a satisfying experience for consumers. Through innovation in food technology, Phuture seeks to redefine the culinary landscape and promote healthier lifestyles by making plant-based eating more accessible and enjoyable.

Plento

Pre Seed Round in 2019
Plento produces alternative protein-based snacks using a blend of insect and plant proteins. Their products aim to be high in protein, fiber, vitamins, and minerals while being low in carbohydrates and saturated fats. They are free from common allergens like gluten, dairy, eggs, nuts, and soy, catering to diverse dietary preferences.

SenseGrass

Pre Seed Round in 2019
Founded in 2017, SenseGrass develops IoT devices and AI software for sustainable farming. It offers real-time soil intelligence via sensors and analytics, enabling farmers to optimize nutrient management, reduce chemical fertilizer use, and increase crop yields.

WATR

Pre Seed Round in 2018
WATR develops a self-powered, portable water quality monitoring device designed to be easy to install. The system features a multi-probe sensor array that measures water parameters such as pH, oxidation-reduction potential, dissolved oxygen, conductivity, water level, and temperature at various depths, providing detailed data about water and soil quality. It operates autonomously and offers a live data dashboard with notification alerts, enabling industries to monitor environmental conditions in real time. The device is positioned as a practical tool for environmental monitoring, water management, and related applications where rapid, on-site sensing and remote availability of measurements support proactive decision-making.

GROUNDED

Seed Round in 2018
Grounded is a London-based food and beverage company founded in 2016, specializing in the production of healthy natural drinks. The company focuses on creating low-sugar and plant-based beverages, including protein milkshakes made from coconut milk. Grounded uses only raw ingredients sourced from nature, ensuring that its products provide a flavorful and nutritious alternative to traditional drinks. The packaging is environmentally friendly, utilizing materials derived from plants, which aligns with the company's commitment to sustainability while catering to health-conscious consumers.

Climalyst

Climalyst is a climate technology company that specializes in developing proprietary catalysts to enhance CO2 capture from industrial flue gases and atmospheric air. Its primary focus is to reduce the energy requirements of carbon capture processes, enabling clients to mitigate their carbon footprint and combat climate change.

Scrye

Scrye develops a B2B self-service platform that connects the metaverse with the physical world. Its technology bridges Web2 and Web3, enabling brands to create interoperable avatars between virtual worlds and reality using computer vision and augmented reality.

Magic Valley

Magic Valley is an Australian startup that develops real meat by growing animal cells in bioreactors. The company cultures cells, obtained via biopsy from live animals, in serum-free media and differentiates them into muscle and fat to produce real meat products. By advancing lab-grown meat, Magic Valley aims to meet global demand for animal-based food options while reducing reliance on traditional livestock, lowering environmental impact and improving animal welfare. The approach also seeks to lower biological risks and disease exposure associated with conventional supply chains and targets use by restaurants and other food service providers seeking more sustainable protein sources.

Dugu Systems

Dugu Systems is developing emissions-free gas turbines that generate clean energy while capturing carbon from fuels such as natural gas and biogas.

Mycorium Biotech

Mycorium Biotech converts waste into biodegradable bioleather, offering a sustainable alternative to synthetic leather in the fashion industry. This aligns with the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goal 12, promoting responsible production and consumption.

Scape Carbon

Scape Carbon specializes in developing coastal seawater reactors that capture and store CO2 from industrial sources and the atmosphere. The company's technology employs natural minerals to facilitate this process, simultaneously recovering critical metals essential for renewable energy technologies. By accelerating the ocean's natural carbon removal process, Scape Carbon helps businesses mitigate climate change and promotes a more sustainable future.
Spot something off? Help us improve by flagging any incorrect or outdated information. Just email us at support@teaserclub.com. Your feedback is most welcome.