ClearCOGS
Seed Round in 2025
ClearCOGS is an AI-powered software-as-a-service platform designed to enhance the operational efficiency and profitability of restaurants, particularly mid-market chains in the fast-casual and quick-service restaurant segments. By utilizing advanced predictive forecasting, ClearCOGS provides insights on individual menu item and ingredient demand, helping to reduce waste and operational costs. The platform offers detailed daily reports that guide restaurants on how much food to prepare, ensuring optimal inventory management and ordering recommendations. ClearCOGS integrates seamlessly with leading point-of-sale systems to deliver a comprehensive view of restaurant operations. By synthesizing data from various sources, including POS systems, back-of-house software, and external factors like weather and events, the platform aims to act as a fractional digital CFO/COO for local restaurants. This technology enables restaurants to operate more efficiently, potentially increasing profits by an average of 40% through improved forecasting and inventory management.
LAIIER is an innovative B2B technology company specializing in smart, connected solutions for early leak detection in commercial buildings and industrial facilities. With a foundation in advanced printed sensor technology, LAIIER's products, such as the Severn WLD™ smart tape, combine precision sensing, easy installation, and wireless communication to deliver real-time monitoring of water and hydrocarbon leaks. These solutions mitigate damage, reduce operational downtime, and enhance sustainability. Leveraging a subscription-based business model, LAIIER serves industries including commercial real estate, industrial machinery, and roofing, providing actionable insights through its proprietary cloud platform. Backed by a portfolio of patents and collaborations with leading industry partners, LAIIER is driving innovation at the intersection of IoT and sustainability, empowering businesses to prevent costly leaks while reducing their environmental footprint.
Earthodic
Seed Round in 2024
Earthodic is an Australian materials science company that specializes in the development of bio-based coatings aimed at minimizing reliance on non-renewable resources. The company's flagship product is a biobased, water-resistant coating designed for use on pulped or paper products. This innovative coating can be applied by manufacturers and converters to enhance various applications, including packaging, agricultural materials, and construction products. By offering a sustainable alternative to traditional plastic coatings, Earthodic supports industries in transitioning towards more environmentally friendly practices.
MOLG is a Virginia-based company that specializes in developing digital and automation tools tailored for the manufacturing industry. The company has created a circular manufacturing platform that focuses on the autonomous assembly and disassembly of sustainable and cost-effective products. By leveraging artificial intelligence and robotics, MOLG aims to advance the concept of autonomous micro-factories, enabling manufacturers to achieve enhanced transparency and value recovery in the circular economy. Through its innovative solutions, MOLG supports businesses in optimizing their processes and services while promoting sustainability in manufacturing practices.
Neutreeno
Seed Round in 2024
Neutreeno is a deep tech spinout from the University of Cambridge that specializes in developing an intelligent decarbonization system aimed at helping businesses achieve net zero emissions. The company's system is scientifically designed to prevent emissions at their source while providing clarity and transparency throughout the complex value chain. Neutreeno's technology offers efficiency insights that empower clients to analyze resource efficiency, minimize waste, and enhance circularity, ultimately guiding them towards achieving absolute zero emissions.
Frate is a company that has developed a peer-to-peer return matching platform aimed at enhancing profitability and reducing environmental impact for retailers. By facilitating customer-to-customer drop shipping of returns, Frate's innovative solution allows retailers to minimize the costs associated with product returns and lessen the ecological footprint of their operations. The platform streamlines the return process, making it more efficient for both retailers and customers while addressing the growing concern over the sustainability of return logistics in the retail sector.
Aerflo
Venture Round in 2024
Aerflo is a company focused on developing an innovative method for carbonating sparkling water, offering a transportable solution to enhance the beverage experience. Currently operating in stealth mode, Aerflo is working on its technology to provide consumers with a convenient and effective way to enjoy carbonated drinks. By prioritizing portability, the company aims to cater to the growing demand for versatile beverage options in various settings.
Eureka Recycling
Debt Financing in 2024
Eureka Recycling is an organization that offers products and services that concentrate on reducing waste through reuse, recycling, and composting. Its goal is to show that waste is avoidable, not inevitable. The group provides answers to the social, environmental, and health issues brought on by garbage through its services, projects, and policy work. It includes a number of programs that include waste reduction, producer responsibility, reuse, recycling, and composting to stop the wasteful loss of economic garbage.
Mycocycle
Seed Round in 2024
Mycocycle is an environmental remediation company that specializes in decarbonizing waste streams through the innovative use of fungi in a process known as mycoremediation. By employing engineered ecosystems, Mycocycle treats waste materials to produce a non-toxic biomass that can be repurposed for the manufacture of new products. The company's services are particularly beneficial to waste management companies, landfill operators, material recycling facilities, and manufacturers seeking to implement closed-loop processes. Mycocycle's technology diverts toxic materials from landfills and enables businesses to reuse feedstock in manufacturing or recycle it for various applications, thereby promoting sustainable waste management practices.
Found Energy
Seed Round in 2024
Found Energy develops aluminum-based fuel that converts aluminum scrap and waste into a carbon-free energy carrier. It recovers aluminum waste from landfills and, through a carbon-free process, produces hydrogen on demand at under $0.50 per kilogram, with hydrogen having five times the volumetric energy density of liquid hydrogen. The aluminum fuel is designed to supply carbon-free thermal power to heavy industries, offering competitiveness with fossil fuels in price and energy density and enabling a faster transition to renewable energy.
Fillogic, founded in 2018 and based in New York City, is a logistics provider that transforms under-utilized retail spaces, such as those in shopping malls, into efficient middle-mile logistics centers. The company focuses on optimizing retail operations by offering a logistics-as-a-service platform that enhances inventory management and streamlines shipping processes. Fillogic enables retailers to implement forward-staged inventory and ship-from-store optimization, connecting brick-and-mortar establishments to e-commerce demands. This approach not only improves operational efficiency but also promotes sustainability by utilizing existing resources more effectively, allowing retailers to better serve their customers while managing costs.
Sage Sustainable Electronics
Acquisition in 2023
Sage Sustainable Electronics is a privately held company based in Columbus, Ohio, specializing in IT asset management and disposition services. With over three decades of combined experience among its founders, Sage is committed to sustainability by extending the life of used electronics. The company offers a comprehensive range of lifecycle services, including hardware appraisals, redeployments, secure logistics, data destruction, data retention, and refurbishment. These services help customers recover residual value from their assets while minimizing their carbon footprint. Sage’s facilities are certified to ISO 9001, 14001, and OHSAS 18001 standards, and it is recognized as a Microsoft Authorized Refurbisher, reflecting its dedication to quality and environmental responsibility in IT asset disposition.
Earthodic
Pre Seed Round in 2023
Earthodic is an Australian materials science company that specializes in the development of bio-based coatings aimed at minimizing reliance on non-renewable resources. The company's flagship product is a biobased, water-resistant coating designed for use on pulped or paper products. This innovative coating can be applied by manufacturers and converters to enhance various applications, including packaging, agricultural materials, and construction products. By offering a sustainable alternative to traditional plastic coatings, Earthodic supports industries in transitioning towards more environmentally friendly practices.
EcoSpirits
Venture Round in 2023
EcoSpirits is a company focused on creating a closed-loop distribution system aimed at minimizing packaging waste within the premium spirits supply chain. It has developed innovative technology that includes a fully reusable, tamper-proof, and shock-proof glass vessel, alongside a semi-automated facility for sanitizing, refilling, and sealing spirits. This approach not only significantly reduces packaging and transport costs for businesses but also leads to a substantial reduction in carbon footprints. By streamlining the distribution process, EcoSpirits offers a sustainable alternative that benefits both the environment and the bottom line.
Solarcycle
Series A in 2023
Solarcycle is a solar technology company focused on creating a circular economy for solar and renewable energy sectors. It specializes in recycling and reusing decommissioned solar panels and technologies, providing an affordable and eco-friendly service to solar asset owners. Utilizing its patented technology, Solarcycle can recover up to 95% of valuable metals such as silver, silicon, copper, and aluminum from solar panels. Additionally, the company repurposes or recycles panels that are still in use, contributing to the sustainability of clean energy by making it completely renewable.
Greyparrot
Venture Round in 2023
Greyparrot is an innovator in AI waste analytics, focused on enhancing recycling efficiency and reducing waste sent to landfills and incinerators. The company offers a waste intelligence platform that includes the Greyparrot Analyzer and Greyparrot Sync API, which provide real-time insights into over 89 waste categories across multiple data layers, such as financial value, brand, and greenhouse gas emissions. In 2024, Greyparrot analyzed over 40 billion waste objects, significantly improving operational efficiency and driving substantial cost savings for recycling facilities. By leveraging its advanced software, which employs intelligent waste recognition and low-cost hardware, Greyparrot enables clients in the waste sector—including recycling professionals, plant builders, and packaging producers—to make informed decisions that enhance recycling rates and comply with regulations. The company has received numerous accolades, including recognition as a Global Cleantech 100, a World Economic Forum Tech Pioneer, and a top AI company by CB Insights.
Apkudo, Inc. is a technology company based in Baltimore, Maryland, founded in 2010, that specializes in solutions for managing the lifecycle of connected devices. The company provides a comprehensive platform that facilitates the efficient handling of mobile phones, tablets, laptops, and other electronics by automating processes such as certification, trade-in, recovery, resale, and device processing. Apkudo's Circular Industry Platform allows businesses to maximize the value of their devices while minimizing e-waste, offering decision-support and operational tools that ensure seamless transitions throughout a device’s lifecycle. By standardizing and optimizing the exchange of real-time data among stakeholders in the global device ecosystem, Apkudo enhances operational efficiencies and improves margins for original equipment manufacturers and mobile network operators.
Ucrop.it
Seed Round in 2022
Ucrop.it operates a blockchain-based agricultural management platform that focuses on enhancing transparency and accessibility in monitoring sustainable farming practices. The platform facilitates collaboration between farmers and companies by providing tools for data governance, evidence collection, and traceability of sustainability efforts. Through its services, Ucrop.it enables stakeholders to effectively manage and verify sustainable agricultural practices, such as carbon footprint reduction and the transition to regenerative agriculture. By leveraging blockchain technology, the platform allows for the secure sharing and tracing of sustainable goals, helping farmers and organizations communicate their achievements in sustainability clearly and accurately. Ucrop.it aims to support sustainability initiatives on a global scale, impacting millions of acres of farmland.
Circular Services
Acquisition in 2022
Circular Services operates as a developer of circular economy and recycling infrastructure. Circular Services owns and operates municipal recycling facilities across the U.S. that enable municipalities and businesses.
Ucrop.it
Seed Round in 2022
Ucrop.it operates a blockchain-based agricultural management platform that focuses on enhancing transparency and accessibility in monitoring sustainable farming practices. The platform facilitates collaboration between farmers and companies by providing tools for data governance, evidence collection, and traceability of sustainability efforts. Through its services, Ucrop.it enables stakeholders to effectively manage and verify sustainable agricultural practices, such as carbon footprint reduction and the transition to regenerative agriculture. By leveraging blockchain technology, the platform allows for the secure sharing and tracing of sustainable goals, helping farmers and organizations communicate their achievements in sustainability clearly and accurately. Ucrop.it aims to support sustainability initiatives on a global scale, impacting millions of acres of farmland.
Solarcycle
Seed Round in 2022
Solarcycle is a solar technology company focused on creating a circular economy for solar and renewable energy sectors. It specializes in recycling and reusing decommissioned solar panels and technologies, providing an affordable and eco-friendly service to solar asset owners. Utilizing its patented technology, Solarcycle can recover up to 95% of valuable metals such as silver, silicon, copper, and aluminum from solar panels. Additionally, the company repurposes or recycles panels that are still in use, contributing to the sustainability of clean energy by making it completely renewable.
Greyparrot
Series A in 2022
Greyparrot is an innovator in AI waste analytics, focused on enhancing recycling efficiency and reducing waste sent to landfills and incinerators. The company offers a waste intelligence platform that includes the Greyparrot Analyzer and Greyparrot Sync API, which provide real-time insights into over 89 waste categories across multiple data layers, such as financial value, brand, and greenhouse gas emissions. In 2024, Greyparrot analyzed over 40 billion waste objects, significantly improving operational efficiency and driving substantial cost savings for recycling facilities. By leveraging its advanced software, which employs intelligent waste recognition and low-cost hardware, Greyparrot enables clients in the waste sector—including recycling professionals, plant builders, and packaging producers—to make informed decisions that enhance recycling rates and comply with regulations. The company has received numerous accolades, including recognition as a Global Cleantech 100, a World Economic Forum Tech Pioneer, and a top AI company by CB Insights.
By Rotation
Seed Round in 2022
By Rotation is a pioneering social fashion rental application that facilitates the sharing of wardrobes among users. The platform allows individuals to rent, lend, sell, and rotate clothing items, promoting sustainable fashion consumption. Users can list their clothing with flexible pricing and rental durations, while also receiving rental requests. The application features a secure messaging system that enables communication between lenders and renters, enhancing the rental experience. By Rotation aims to transform the fashion industry by encouraging users to make eco-conscious choices that benefit both their personal style and the environment.
Mori, formerly known as Overlook Research, is a company that develops a natural biopolymer coating designed to extend the shelf life of perishable foods. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, Mori's innovative coating is made from proteins extracted from natural silk using salt and water. This protective layer helps slow the spoiling process of various food items, including fruits, vegetables, meat, and seafood, thereby reducing food waste. By focusing on sustainable and economical solutions, Mori aims to transform the food supply and enhance the efficiency of the food, agriculture, and packaging industries.
Apkudo
Venture Round in 2022
Apkudo, Inc. is a technology company based in Baltimore, Maryland, founded in 2010, that specializes in solutions for managing the lifecycle of connected devices. The company provides a comprehensive platform that facilitates the efficient handling of mobile phones, tablets, laptops, and other electronics by automating processes such as certification, trade-in, recovery, resale, and device processing. Apkudo's Circular Industry Platform allows businesses to maximize the value of their devices while minimizing e-waste, offering decision-support and operational tools that ensure seamless transitions throughout a device’s lifecycle. By standardizing and optimizing the exchange of real-time data among stakeholders in the global device ecosystem, Apkudo enhances operational efficiencies and improves margins for original equipment manufacturers and mobile network operators.
Ansā is a company that specializes in coffee roasting solutions tailored for the workplace. It offers a technology that allows organizations to roast coffee on-site, ensuring a fresh product that aligns with workplace preferences. The roasting process is designed to produce a consistent and homogenous roast by utilizing a unique technology that heats coffee beans from the inside out. This process is governed by neural networks, enabling a fully autonomous operation that eliminates the need for human intervention. Ansā's approach provides a zero-pollution alternative for coffee roasting, serving industries such as food service and hospitality.
Evergreen
Funding Round in 2021
Evergreen is a plastic recycling and polyester resin production company that operates as a division of Greenbridge. Established in 1998, Evergreen was created to ensure a sustainable and reliable supply of high-quality polyester resin, specifically for the company’s range of PET strapping products. The firm focuses on recycling plastics to contribute to environmental sustainability while meeting the demands of its customers in the polyester resin market.
Just Salad
Private Equity Round in 2021
Just Salad is a fast-casual restaurant chain that focuses on providing healthy and affordable meals, specializing in salads, wraps, smoothies, and soups. The company is committed to sustainability, implementing various initiatives such as a Reusable Bowl Program that encourages customers to bring their own containers for discounts, thereby reducing single-use packaging waste. Just Salad was also the first restaurant chain in the U.S. to introduce a carbon-labeled menu, which highlights the environmental impact of each meal. Additionally, the company utilizes compostable packaging and has established recycling programs to further minimize waste. By offering fresh ingredients at accessible prices, Just Salad aims to make health and sustainability compatible with everyday dining.
Partsimony
Seed Round in 2021
Partsimony is a developer of a supply chain platform aimed at assisting hardware companies in transforming designs into products more efficiently and cost-effectively. By addressing the complexities of distributed manufacturer networks, Partsimony's platform streamlines the design and ordering processes while providing logistics and workflow management. Utilizing data-driven recommendations from its proprietary algorithm, the platform offers real-time insights to optimize the supply chain network. This innovative approach reduces the time, capital, and frustration typically associated with product development, ultimately enhancing the manufacturing process for hardware companies.
Dimpora
Seed Round in 2021
Dimpora AG, based in Zürich, Switzerland, specializes in the design and manufacture of eco-friendly functional membranes for the outdoor textile industry. The company produces waterproof, fluorine-free membranes primarily made from polyurethane, utilizing a template removal approach to create porosity that enhances breathability. Dimpora's innovative technology allows for the direct application of membranes onto various surfaces, facilitating fast moisture transport while ensuring complete rain protection. Committed to sustainability, Dimpora aims to develop high-performance membranes that enable outdoor enthusiasts to enjoy nature responsibly, with a focus on creating next-generation solutions that may incorporate recyclable materials.
Algramo is a Chilean company founded in 2013 that specializes in the retail of consumer products through automated dispensing machines utilizing returnable containers. Its business model focuses on providing basic necessity items, such as detergents, rice, and oil, in bulk to address affordability issues faced by low-income families, often referred to as the "poverty tax." By establishing wholesale relationships with manufacturers, Algramo purchases products in larger quantities, thereby reducing packaging costs without compromising quality. This innovative approach not only lowers prices for consumers but also minimizes the environmental impact of packaging waste. Algramo's automated dispensing platform enables customers to buy the precise amount of products they need at competitive prices, promoting a sustainable and cost-effective distribution system.
Thrilling
Series A in 2021
Thrilling Inc. is an e-commerce platform that specializes in vintage and secondhand retail, providing a curated marketplace for items from boutiques across the United States. Established in 2018 and headquartered in Burbank, California, Thrilling hosts a selection of over 100 stores from 15 cities, offering a diverse range of clothing, including dresses, skirts, sweaters, tops, and outerwear, along with shoes, bags, and accessories. The platform focuses on affordability and sustainability by connecting customers with unique, pre-owned fashion items, appealing to those seeking distinctive styles while promoting eco-friendly shopping practices.
Mori, formerly known as Overlook Research, is a company that develops a natural biopolymer coating designed to extend the shelf life of perishable foods. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, Mori's innovative coating is made from proteins extracted from natural silk using salt and water. This protective layer helps slow the spoiling process of various food items, including fruits, vegetables, meat, and seafood, thereby reducing food waste. By focusing on sustainable and economical solutions, Mori aims to transform the food supply and enhance the efficiency of the food, agriculture, and packaging industries.
AMP Robotics Corporation specializes in designing and manufacturing robotic systems for material recovery facilities and recycling operations, focusing on automating the identification, sorting, and processing of complex waste streams. The company's flagship product, AMP Cortex, utilizes advanced robotics and computer vision technology to efficiently pick and sort recyclable materials, significantly lowering sorting costs. Additionally, AMP Neuron, a software solution, captures and analyzes material data to identify features in a manner similar to human perception. By leveraging artificial intelligence and machine learning, AMP Robotics enhances recycling processes for various waste types, including municipal solid waste and e-waste. The modular design of its systems allows for easy integration into existing infrastructure, minimizing disruption and capital investment. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Louisville, Colorado, AMP Robotics has formed strategic partnerships to further its mission of improving recycling rates and economic recovery of recyclables.
Thrive Lot
Seed Round in 2021
Thrive Lot designs, installs, and maintains sustainable outdoor spaces using agroecological landscaping and systems design. It creates habitats for pollinators, wildlife, and resilient soils by mimicking natural patterns and promoting self-sufficiency. The company offers end-to-end project oversight from initial concept through installation and ongoing maintenance, guided by master growers who apply ecological principles to craft durable landscapes that balance beauty with sustainability.
Ucrop.it
Seed Round in 2020
Ucrop.it operates a blockchain-based agricultural management platform that focuses on enhancing transparency and accessibility in monitoring sustainable farming practices. The platform facilitates collaboration between farmers and companies by providing tools for data governance, evidence collection, and traceability of sustainability efforts. Through its services, Ucrop.it enables stakeholders to effectively manage and verify sustainable agricultural practices, such as carbon footprint reduction and the transition to regenerative agriculture. By leveraging blockchain technology, the platform allows for the secure sharing and tracing of sustainable goals, helping farmers and organizations communicate their achievements in sustainability clearly and accurately. Ucrop.it aims to support sustainability initiatives on a global scale, impacting millions of acres of farmland.
Recycle Ann Arbor
Grant in 2020
Recycle Ann Arbor provides residential recycling, a business recycling program, curbside cart options, and zero waste services. They are a non profit construction and demolition recycling company.
City of Broken arrow
Debt Financing in 2020
The city of Broken Arrow offers low crime, performing schools, affordable housing, and recreational facilities to its residents. They provide community gardens by increasing access to fresh food, improving food security, and increasing fruit and vegetable intake.
TradeLanes
Seed Round in 2020
TradeLanes is a technology company based in Oakland, California, founded in 2015, that specializes in automating supply chain processes for traders, shippers, and merchants. The company has developed a Software as a Service (SaaS) platform that digitizes and streamlines global trade operations, encompassing all stages from contract generation to inventory allocation, shipment booking, and delivery. This platform facilitates collaboration among all parties involved by providing a unified set of data and documents throughout the lifecycle of an international trade shipment. By integrating demand planning, supplier performance, inventory management, and logistics into a single application, TradeLanes aims to enhance efficiency and reduce costs in supply chain management, ultimately striving to enable frictionless global trade for its users.
Easy Aerial
Series A in 2020
Easy Aerial Inc. is a provider of autonomous drone-based monitoring solutions tailored for commercial, government, and military applications. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Brooklyn, New York, the company specializes in developing and manufacturing smart security systems that include lightweight drones capable of carrying various payloads for extended flight times. Its flagship products consist of the Falcon Drones, which are complemented by the Easy Guard, a mobile ground station that charges the drones and offers weather protection, and Easy RMS software, which delivers real-time live HD video feeds and thermal imagery. Easy Aerial's systems are designed to operate autonomously in diverse and challenging conditions, making them suitable for a range of mission-critical tasks such as perimeter security, event monitoring, and industrial inspections. The company's customer base spans military, government, aerospace, and commercial sectors across North America, Europe, Africa, and Asia.
Mori, formerly known as Overlook Research, is a company that develops a natural biopolymer coating designed to extend the shelf life of perishable foods. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, Mori's innovative coating is made from proteins extracted from natural silk using salt and water. This protective layer helps slow the spoiling process of various food items, including fruits, vegetables, meat, and seafood, thereby reducing food waste. By focusing on sustainable and economical solutions, Mori aims to transform the food supply and enhance the efficiency of the food, agriculture, and packaging industries.
Reterra
Venture Round in 2020
Reterra Corporation, headquartered in Houston, Texas, specializes in recycling polyethylene terephthalate (PET) waste materials such as bottles, films, and thermoforms. The company's core business involves transforming these waste products into valuable intermediary products like RetroSeed, a polyol used for resin production. By offering innovative recycling solutions, Reterra enables businesses to incorporate more recycled content into their supply chains while reducing the cost of PET recycling.
Ansā
Pre Seed Round in 2020
Ansā is a company that specializes in coffee roasting solutions tailored for the workplace. It offers a technology that allows organizations to roast coffee on-site, ensuring a fresh product that aligns with workplace preferences. The roasting process is designed to produce a consistent and homogenous roast by utilizing a unique technology that heats coffee beans from the inside out. This process is governed by neural networks, enabling a fully autonomous operation that eliminates the need for human intervention. Ansā's approach provides a zero-pollution alternative for coffee roasting, serving industries such as food service and hospitality.
Rebound Technologies
Series A in 2020
Rebound Technologies, Inc. is a manufacturer of innovative thermal energy storage systems aimed at enhancing refrigeration efficiency in commercial and agricultural settings. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in Commerce City, Colorado, the company specializes in two main products: IcePoint and SunChill. IcePoint employs a refrigeration cycle with embedded thermal energy storage, which allows supermarkets to significantly reduce their low-temperature cooling costs. SunChill provides an off-grid refrigeration solution that effectively cools agricultural products immediately after harvest and maintains their quality in local markets and processing facilities. Rebound Technologies is dedicated to developing tailored, thermally-driven heat pump architectures that utilize renewable resources and waste heat capture, promoting cost-effective and practical solutions for refrigeration. By focusing on customized technologies rather than a one-size-fits-all approach, the company aims to lower the costs of efficient systems and foster self-sustaining business models that contribute to job creation.
The Renewal Workshop
Series A in 2019
The Renewal Workshop Inc. is a company based in Cascade Locks, Oregon, that specializes in manufacturing renewed apparel and upcycled materials from discarded textiles. Founded in 2014, it partners with well-known brands and retailers to transform unsellable returns and excess inventory into a range of products, including jackets, sweatshirts, pants, and swimwear, as well as accessories like luggage packs and gift cards. By integrating resale and renewal services, the company aims to reduce waste in the fashion industry and promote sustainable practices. Through its initiatives, The Renewal Workshop enables clothing brands to enhance their revenue while minimizing their environmental footprint. Its products are available for purchase both online and in physical stores.
AMP Robotics Corporation specializes in designing and manufacturing robotic systems for material recovery facilities and recycling operations, focusing on automating the identification, sorting, and processing of complex waste streams. The company's flagship product, AMP Cortex, utilizes advanced robotics and computer vision technology to efficiently pick and sort recyclable materials, significantly lowering sorting costs. Additionally, AMP Neuron, a software solution, captures and analyzes material data to identify features in a manner similar to human perception. By leveraging artificial intelligence and machine learning, AMP Robotics enhances recycling processes for various waste types, including municipal solid waste and e-waste. The modular design of its systems allows for easy integration into existing infrastructure, minimizing disruption and capital investment. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Louisville, Colorado, AMP Robotics has formed strategic partnerships to further its mission of improving recycling rates and economic recovery of recyclables.
Balcones Resources
Acquisition in 2019
Balcones Recycling is a waste management company focused on providing recycling and shredding services to municipalities, multi-tenant facilities, corporate campuses, manufacturing facilities, and distribution centers. The company specializes in resource recovery through traditional recycling methods, document destruction, and alternative energy solutions. Balcones Recycling offers a range of services, including the provision of carts, dumpsters, compactors, bales, shredding, and audit services. This enables clients to track their recycling efforts through monthly environmental reports while also helping them reduce costs associated with landfill hauling fees.
Evrnu is a textile innovations company that specializes in producing engineered fibers from discarded clothing. By employing advanced regenerative fiber technologies, the company transforms textile waste into high-quality fiber sources. Its process involves breaking down cotton garment waste to the molecular level and reconstructing it into new, useful products. Evrnu's offerings include regenerative cellulosic and polyester fibers, as well as recoverable stretch materials, which provide significant environmental benefits. Through these innovations, Evrnu aims to create a circular ecosystem in the textile industry, promoting sustainability and reducing waste.
The Home Recycle of 906
Debt Financing in 2019
The Home Recycle of 906 is a waste disposal solution company. They offer services for residents, including the disposal of hazardous waste. Their customers' inquiries are addressed through phone, email, and online applications.
Mori, formerly known as Overlook Research, is a company that develops a natural biopolymer coating designed to extend the shelf life of perishable foods. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, Mori's innovative coating is made from proteins extracted from natural silk using salt and water. This protective layer helps slow the spoiling process of various food items, including fruits, vegetables, meat, and seafood, thereby reducing food waste. By focusing on sustainable and economical solutions, Mori aims to transform the food supply and enhance the efficiency of the food, agriculture, and packaging industries.
CLUBZERØ is an innovative company focused on tackling the global issue of packaging waste through its AI-powered zero waste packaging system. It offers a scalable and cost-effective alternative to single-use packaging for various sectors, including food and beverage brands, asset managers, and cities. CLUBZERØ provides a comprehensive service that encompasses packaging, drop points, washing, and logistics, making it up to 30% cheaper than traditional single-use options. Unlike compostable alternatives, which can contribute to environmental harm, CLUBZERØ's approach promotes true zero waste through a circular model, enabling brands to achieve up to a 93% reduction in CO2 emissions. Its AI technology allows for interoperability among diverse packaging types, addressing customer needs effectively. Having launched in the UK and US, CLUBZERØ has successfully processed over 1.3 million orders and helped save millions of single-use items from landfills. The company has collaborated with major brands and received several prestigious awards for its contributions to sustainable packaging, aiming to transform the returnable packaging sector with its advanced systems.
Algaeing
Venture Round in 2019
Algaeing is a manufacturer specializing in sustainable dyes and inks for fabrics and textiles, utilizing algae-based formulations. By producing these dyes and inks, the company significantly reduces water and energy consumption compared to traditional manufacturing methods, while also ensuring that their products are free of hazardous toxins. This focus on sustainability allows textile manufacturers and brands to appeal to eco-conscious consumers and demonstrates a commitment to environmentally friendly practices. In addition to dyes, Algaeing offers products that provide moisture and protection for the skin and body, incorporating antioxidants, vitamins, and other beneficial nutrients.
For Days
Seed Round in 2018
For Days, Inc. is a Brooklyn-based company that specializes in manufacturing and recycling t-shirts for men and women. Established in 2016, it offers tees made from recycled fabric on a subscription and membership basis. Customers can return the products once they become stained or worn out, facilitating a closed-loop recycling system aimed at reducing waste in the fashion industry. Additionally, For Days operates the Trashie platform, which incentivizes and simplifies clothing recycling for consumers and fashion retailers, promoting the benefits of a circular economy. Through its innovative approach, For Days seeks to minimize textile waste while providing accessible and sustainable fashion options.
rPlanet Earth
Venture Round in 2018
RPlanet Earth specializes in providing sustainable packaging solutions by focusing on the recycling and reuse of post-consumer plastics. The company's core process involves decontaminating and recycling post-consumer PET plastics into high-quality rPET content packaging products. This approach ensures a consistent supply of efficient, quality materials for various plastic packaging needs while maintaining a low carbon footprint. By manufacturing these recycled products under one roof, RPlanet Earth offers clients superior packaging solutions at competitive prices, contributing to a closed-loop system for plastic waste management.
TemperPack
Venture Round in 2018
TemperPack, established in 2015, designs and manufactures sustainable thermal packaging solutions for temperature-sensitive goods. Based in Richmond, Virginia, with facilities in Richmond and Las Vegas, the company serves e-commerce food businesses in the U.S., U.K., and Canada. TemperPack's products include insulated shipping containers, one-piece boxes, two-piece liners, and temper sleeves, used for transporting perishable food, medical supplies, and other sensitive items. Its proprietary, curbside recyclable material, OCC-E, enables large organizations to manage global supply chains with minimal environmental impact, making TemperPack a leader in sustainable packaging.
Homebiogas
Corporate Round in 2018
Homebiogas Ltd is an Israeli company established in 2012, specializing in the development and manufacture of compact anaerobic digestion systems for residential use. The company’s innovative technology transforms household food scraps and animal manure into clean cooking gas and liquid fertilizer, addressing both waste management and energy needs in an environmentally friendly manner. Homebiogas markets its products through a network of distributors, ensuring accessibility to its advanced and cost-effective solutions. By maintaining high safety and health standards, Homebiogas aims to promote sustainable living and reduce reliance on traditional energy sources.
PureCycle Technologies
Venture Round in 2018
PureCycle Technologies LLC specializes in the production of recycled polypropylene, employing a unique recycling process that effectively separates color, odor, and contaminants from plastic waste feedstock. This innovative approach enables the conversion of waste plastic into a virgin-like product, thereby offering recycled polypropylene with properties comparable to that of virgin polymer. Founded in 2015, PureCycle is committed to enhancing the accessibility of sustainable, recycled resin for companies aiming to incorporate environmentally friendly materials into their operations. The company is headquartered in Ironton, Ohio, and plays a pivotal role in closing the loop on the reuse of recycled plastics.
First Star Recycling
Debt Financing in 2018
First Star Recycling provides recycling practices for homeowners and businesses to manage their waste. They help their communities and surrounding areas reduce their waste going to landfills and make the most from their wasted resources. They provide residential recycling and resource management services.
GreenMantra Technologies
Series D in 2017
GreenMantra Technologies Ltd. is a Canadian company based in Brantford that specializes in the manufacturing and marketing of synthetic waxes, polymer additives, and other chemicals derived from recycled plastics. Founded in 2010, the company utilizes a proprietary thermo-catalytic system that employs catalytic depolymerization technology to convert waste plastics, including challenging materials like grocery bags and films, into high-value waxes and specialty chemicals. These products find diverse applications across various industries, including coatings, plastic processing, adhesives, roofing, and paving. By focusing on the up-cycling of hard-to-recycle plastics, GreenMantra aims to contribute to sustainable manufacturing practices and promote the use of recyclable materials in industrial processes.
Rebound Technologies
Seed Round in 2017
Rebound Technologies, Inc. is a manufacturer of innovative thermal energy storage systems aimed at enhancing refrigeration efficiency in commercial and agricultural settings. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in Commerce City, Colorado, the company specializes in two main products: IcePoint and SunChill. IcePoint employs a refrigeration cycle with embedded thermal energy storage, which allows supermarkets to significantly reduce their low-temperature cooling costs. SunChill provides an off-grid refrigeration solution that effectively cools agricultural products immediately after harvest and maintains their quality in local markets and processing facilities. Rebound Technologies is dedicated to developing tailored, thermally-driven heat pump architectures that utilize renewable resources and waste heat capture, promoting cost-effective and practical solutions for refrigeration. By focusing on customized technologies rather than a one-size-fits-all approach, the company aims to lower the costs of efficient systems and foster self-sustaining business models that contribute to job creation.
IntegriCo Composites
Venture Round in 2017
IntegriCo Composites, Inc. is a manufacturer based in Sarepta, Louisiana, specializing in composite products made entirely from recycled plastics. Founded in 2004, the company utilizes patented manufacturing technology to produce a range of products, including composite railroad ties, grade crossings, and other infrastructure solutions. By converting over 80 million pounds of landfill-bound plastics into valuable industrial products, IntegriCo Composites addresses environmental concerns while delivering high-quality materials for various applications in the transportation, construction, government, and energy sectors. The company’s products are designed to meet rigorous industry standards for consistency and structural integrity, serving clients such as Union Pacific Railway, the U.S. military, and international customers in Germany and Russia. IntegriCo Composites continues to play a significant role in promoting sustainable practices within the composite materials market.
Natural Machines
Venture Round in 2017
Natural Machines is a company that specializes in innovative 3D printing solutions for the food, personal care, and pharmaceutical industries. Its approach focuses on creating personalized products at the point of consumption, catering to individual needs while promoting sustainability and reducing waste. The company's flagship product, Foodini, is a 3D food printing appliance that uses real ingredients to create customized meals. In 2021, Natural Machines expanded into personal care by partnering with BASF to produce tailored face masks based on individual skin requirements. In 2022, the company ventured into the pharmaceutical sector, collaborating with CurifyLabs to develop a platform for personalized drug treatments. Through these initiatives, Natural Machines aims to enhance consumer experiences while contributing to responsible consumption and production, aligning with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.
Loliware
Seed Round in 2017
Loliware LLC, based in Beacon, New York, is a manufacturer of biodegradable and edible disposable cups, focused on providing sustainable alternatives to single-use plastics. Founded in 2015, the company aims to create a plastic-free, decarbonized future through innovative products designed to disappear after use. Loliware's offerings include drinking straws and disposable cups made from bio-renewable, seaweed-derived materials that are compostable and ocean-safe. The company emphasizes the importance of both biodegradability and a low carbon footprint, distinguishing itself from other biobased alternatives that may not meet these environmental standards. With a team of scientists, engineers, and industry leaders, Loliware is committed to developing new products and advancing its mission to replace single-use plastics with eco-friendly solutions. The company is set to introduce six additional products by the end of 2023, reinforcing its position as a leader in the biopolymer sector.
Drought Diet Prouducts
Non Equity Assistance in 2017
Drought Diet Products is a manufacturer focused on creating innovative solutions for sustainable agriculture. The company has developed a climate-resilient tool designed to efficiently apply water to crops while minimizing waste from evaporation and deep percolation. This tool features sub-irrigation zone pipes that utilize greywater and rainwater catchment systems. Additionally, Drought Diet Products incorporates post-consumer film plastic feedstock in its irrigation piping, addressing both water conservation needs and the challenges associated with film plastic recycling. Through these efforts, the company aims to support farmers in enhancing water efficiency and promoting environmental sustainability.
AeroAggregates
Seed Round in 2017
AeroAggregates, LLC is a manufacturer of ultra-lightweight aggregates made from postconsumer recycled glass. The company specializes in foamed glass aggregates, offering both open and closed cell varieties. These products are utilized in a wide range of applications, including lightweight embankments, bridge abutments, retaining walls, and insulating backfill for buildings and utilities. AeroAggregates' aggregates also serve in green roofs, artificial sports fields, and various stormwater and wastewater management systems. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Eddystone, Pennsylvania, the company emphasizes sustainable construction solutions that meet the growing demand for lightweight materials in the construction and geotechnical engineering sectors.
Evergreen
Venture Round in 2016
Evergreen is a plastic recycling and polyester resin production company that operates as a division of Greenbridge. Established in 1998, Evergreen was created to ensure a sustainable and reliable supply of high-quality polyester resin, specifically for the company’s range of PET strapping products. The firm focuses on recycling plastics to contribute to environmental sustainability while meeting the demands of its customers in the polyester resin market.
Eureka Recycling
Funding Round in 2016
Eureka Recycling is an organization that offers products and services that concentrate on reducing waste through reuse, recycling, and composting. Its goal is to show that waste is avoidable, not inevitable. The group provides answers to the social, environmental, and health issues brought on by garbage through its services, projects, and policy work. It includes a number of programs that include waste reduction, producer responsibility, reuse, recycling, and composting to stop the wasteful loss of economic garbage.
CoLoadX
Seed Round in 2016
CoLoadX is an online high-frequency freight marketplace that simplifies the logistics process by offering instant search, booking, and tracking solutions through a comprehensive cargo visibility system. The platform is designed to enhance efficiency for both buyers and sellers in the freight industry, eliminating the need for traditional communication methods such as phones, faxes, and emails. By leveraging real-time data, CoLoadX enables clients to gain valuable insights into the status of their shipments and historical trends, thereby improving decision-making and operational effectiveness. Recognized for its innovative approach, CoLoadX was selected for the 2019 Freightwaves FreightTech 100 Award, highlighting its role in driving disruption within the freight sector.
Lakeshore Recycling Systems
Venture Round in 2016
Lakeshore Recycling Systems is a company that focuses on providing recycling, waste removal, and dumpster rental services in the renewables & environment sector. Their primary goal is to help businesses and communities efficiently manage their waste by offering sustainable solutions. With a strong emphasis on recycling and environmentally-friendly practices, Lakeshore Recycling Systems aims to contribute to a cleaner and greener future by reducing the amount of waste that ends up in landfills. Their services cater to a wide range of clients, including commercial enterprises, residential neighborhoods, and industrial facilities, making them a versatile and reliable partner in waste management.
Atlas Organics
Seed Round in 2015
Atlas Organics Inc. is a company that specializes in organics recycling services, focusing on the collection and recycling of food and yard waste. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in Spartanburg, South Carolina, the company operates in various regions, including San Antonio, Texas, and has established partnerships with municipalities to promote sustainability. Atlas Organics serves a diverse clientele, including businesses, schools, hospitals, and restaurants, by converting collected organic waste into high-quality compost products for agricultural, landscaping, and home gardening applications. The company aims to advance the "table to farm" movement, helping its customers achieve their sustainability goals while diverting compostable waste from landfills. Through its composting facilities, Atlas Organics contributes essential nutrients to soil health and supports the growth of beneficial microorganisms.
Algramo
Seed Round in 2015
Algramo is a Chilean company founded in 2013 that specializes in the retail of consumer products through automated dispensing machines utilizing returnable containers. Its business model focuses on providing basic necessity items, such as detergents, rice, and oil, in bulk to address affordability issues faced by low-income families, often referred to as the "poverty tax." By establishing wholesale relationships with manufacturers, Algramo purchases products in larger quantities, thereby reducing packaging costs without compromising quality. This innovative approach not only lowers prices for consumers but also minimizes the environmental impact of packaging waste. Algramo's automated dispensing platform enables customers to buy the precise amount of products they need at competitive prices, promoting a sustainable and cost-effective distribution system.