Closed Loop Partners

Closed Loop Partners, founded in 2014 and based in New York, is a private equity firm dedicated to fostering the circular economy through early-stage investments across North America. The firm focuses on sustainable consumer goods, innovative recycling technologies, and advanced supply chains. It manages several investment funds, including Closed Loop Ventures, which targets software, apparel, and technology sectors, as well as the Closed Loop Local Recycling Fund, which provides loans to companies in the technology and resource sectors. Closed Loop Partners aims to drive systemic change by supporting businesses that contribute to sustainability and environmental responsibility.

Martin Aares

Managing Director and Co-Head of Closed Loop Leadership Fund

Lynn Bernabei

Senior Associate

Aly Bryan

Investor

Michael Gajewski

Managing Director

Ron Gonen

Founder and CEO

Amanda Hendy

Venture Partner

Danielle Joseph

Managing Director

Karine Khatcherian-Pisant

Managing Director

Kate Krebs

Director of External Affairs

Matthew Larkin

Investor

Jennifer Louie

Managing Director

Andrew McColm

Venture Partner

Bob Milligan

Managing Director

Robert Milligan

Managing Director

Herb Northrop

Managing Director, Development

Matthew Parker

CFO and Managing Director

René Paula

Venture Partner

Jackson Pei

Senior Associate

Maite Quinn

Managing Director

Maite Quinn- Richards

Managing Director

Boaz Schweiger

Managing Director

Tazia Smith

COO, Head of Capital Partnerships and Managing Director

Julia Viner

Associate

35 past transactions

ecoSPIRITS

Venture Round in 2023
EcoSpirits is a closed-loop distribution system that develops low carbon and low waste spirits distribution technology. It eliminates packaging waste in the premium spirits supply chain. By dramatically reducing packaging and transport costs, ecoSPIRITS provides both a powerful cost advantage and a transformative carbon footprint reduction.

Solarcycle

Seed Round in 2022
Solarcycle is a solar technology company founded in 2022 and based in Oakland, California. The company focuses on establishing a circular economy for solar and renewable energy by developing a technology-driven recycling platform. This platform aims to enhance solar sustainability by providing a cost-effective and environmentally friendly solution for decommissioning solar panels and repurposing their materials. Through its innovative approach, Solarcycle enables clients to ensure that clean energy remains renewable indefinitely, thus contributing to a more sustainable energy landscape.

Greyparrot

Series A in 2022
Greyparrot provides AI-based waste recognition software to power next-generation smart systems that will monitor & sort waste at scale. Our mission is to digitise waste & create a world where waste is captured & reused in the most effective way. Our vision is of a fully digitised, automated and transparent waste system to unlock the financial value of waste, which will in turn keep our planet clean for generations to come.

By Rotation

Seed Round in 2022
By Rotation is a UK-based fashion rental app that facilitates the sharing of wardrobes among users, promoting a circular fashion model. The platform enables individuals to rent, lend, sell, and rotate clothing, allowing users to list their items with flexibility in pricing and rental duration. Through its secure messaging system, the app fosters communication between potential renters and item owners. By Rotation aims to create a sustainable and community-driven approach to fashion consumption, benefiting both the environment and users' wallets.

Mori

Series B in 2022
Mori, officially known as Cambridge Crops, Inc., specializes in the development of an innovative biopolymer coating designed to extend the shelf life of perishable foods. Established in 2016 and headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, the company utilizes a unique process that extracts protein from natural silk using salt and water. This edible and natural coating forms a protective layer over various food items, including fruits, vegetables, meat, and seafood, effectively slowing down spoilage. Through its technology, Mori aims to enhance the freshness of food while promoting sustainability in the food supply chain.

Apkudo

Venture Round in 2022
Apkudo, Inc. specializes in developing solutions for operators and original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) to facilitate the launch and management of Android devices. Founded in 2010 and based in Baltimore, Maryland, the company offers a platform called Hive, which integrates internal systems and external partners into a secure environment for managing connected devices throughout the supply chain. Apkudo's technology leverages artificial intelligence and robotics to enhance diagnostics, automate processes, and facilitate real-time decision-making. By standardizing and optimizing the exchange of data among stakeholders—including manufacturers, mobile network operators, and logistics providers—Apkudo aims to improve device quality, enhance user satisfaction, and promote efficiencies across the device lifecycle, from pre-launch to end-of-life. This comprehensive approach helps companies make data-driven decisions, reduce costs, and minimize electronic waste.

Evergreen

Funding Round in 2021
Evergreen, a division of Greenbridge, was originally established in 1998 to provide a sustainable, reliable supply of quality polyester resin for the company’s portfolio of PET strapping.

Just Salad

Private Equity Round in 2021
Just Salad believes in healthy eating for everyone by providing salads, wraps, bowls & more at an affordable price.

ERI

Private Equity Round in 2021
ERI is the largest fully integrated IT and electronics asset disposition provider and cybersecurity-focused hardware destruction company in the United States. ERI is certified at the highest level by all leading environmental and data security oversight organizations to de-manufacture, recycle, and refurbish every type of electronic device in an environmentally responsible manner.

Partsimony

Seed Round in 2021
For hardware organizations dealing with the chaos of managing a distributed manufacturer network, Partsimony is building a cognitive manufacturing supply chain that leverages transactional data to provide deep insights around Manufacturer Discovery, Design Intent, and Supply Chain Resilience. Partsimony is building the future cognitive manufacturing supply chain.

Dimpora

Seed Round in 2021
Dimpora AG, based in Zürich, Switzerland, specializes in the design and manufacture of eco-friendly waterproof membranes for the outdoor textile industry. The company produces functional membranes that are primarily composed of polyurethane and utilize a unique template removal method to achieve breathability while maintaining water resistance. Dimpora's innovative technology allows for the direct application of membranes onto various 3D surfaces, enabling fast sweat transport and complete protection from rain. Committed to sustainability, Dimpora aims to develop next-generation high-performance membranes that enhance outdoor experiences without compromising environmental integrity. The company focuses on creating products that not only perform well but also prioritize the use of recyclable materials, aligning with its vision of promoting responsible enjoyment of nature.

Algramo

Series A in 2021
Algramo is a Chilean company founded in 2013 that focuses on retailing consumer products through automated dispensing machines. The business model centers on providing basic necessity items, such as detergents, rice, and oil, in returnable containers, thereby allowing customers to purchase products in bulk at reduced prices. This approach addresses the issue of financial accessibility for low-income families, who often cannot afford larger quantities due to liquidity constraints. By establishing wholesale relationships with manufacturers, Algramo is able to source products in bulk and eliminate packaging costs, while maintaining product quality. The company's innovative platform not only minimizes waste associated with traditional packaging but also promotes a more sustainable approach to consumer goods. Through its unique distribution system, Algramo aims to significantly impact both economic and environmental challenges in the retail sector.

Thrilling

Series A in 2021
Thrilling Inc. is an e-commerce platform specializing in vintage and secondhand merchandise, offering a curated selection of clothing, shoes, bags, and accessories from boutiques across the United States. Founded in 2018 and based in Burbank, California, the platform currently features items from 100 stores located in 15 cities. Thrilling aims to provide consumers with a unique shopping experience by connecting them with high-quality, pre-loved fashion.

Mori

Series B in 2021
Mori, officially known as Cambridge Crops, Inc., specializes in the development of an innovative biopolymer coating designed to extend the shelf life of perishable foods. Established in 2016 and headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, the company utilizes a unique process that extracts protein from natural silk using salt and water. This edible and natural coating forms a protective layer over various food items, including fruits, vegetables, meat, and seafood, effectively slowing down spoilage. Through its technology, Mori aims to enhance the freshness of food while promoting sustainability in the food supply chain.

AMP Robotics

Series B in 2021
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.

ucrop.it

Seed Round in 2020
ucrop.it operates as a blockchain farming and crops traceability platform that delivers certainty across crop cycles. It connects medium-sized growers with corporate stakeholders from the agro value chain to agree on farming objectives for sustainable crop production, competitive financing, quality crops sourcing, amongst value drivers to achieve improved gross margins for them all. The company was founded in 2018 by Diego Hoter, Matias O’Keefe and Marcos Botta.

TradeLanes

Seed Round in 2020
TradeLanes is a technology company that automates supply chain for traders, shippers, and merchants. It developed a SaaS platform that brings global trade operations entirely online - from generating the contract to allocating inventory, to booking a shipment, to delivery. Its system allows all parties to collaborate digitally, from one set of data and documents. TradeLanes aims to power frictionless global trade for all. It was founded in 2015 and is based in Oakland, California.

Mori

Series A in 2020
Mori, officially known as Cambridge Crops, Inc., specializes in the development of an innovative biopolymer coating designed to extend the shelf life of perishable foods. Established in 2016 and headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, the company utilizes a unique process that extracts protein from natural silk using salt and water. This edible and natural coating forms a protective layer over various food items, including fruits, vegetables, meat, and seafood, effectively slowing down spoilage. Through its technology, Mori aims to enhance the freshness of food while promoting sustainability in the food supply chain.

Reterra Corporation

Venture Round in 2020
Reterra Corporation provides recycling services of polyethylene terephthalate (PET) including x-ray films, movie films, thermoforms, bottles, and other pet materials. It offers RetroSeed, a polyol used to make resins. The company is based in Houston, Texas.

Loliware

Seed Round in 2020
Loliware LLC, founded in 2015 and based in Beacon, New York, specializes in the manufacturing of biodegradable and edible disposable products, primarily focusing on cups and straws. Recognizing the environmental impact of single-use plastics, the company aims to replace traditional plastic items with innovative, hypercompostable materials derived from seaweed. Its flagship product, the world's first edible drinking cup, garnered significant attention and demand, reaching consumers and brands in over 60 countries. Loliware's offerings extend to compostable straws, designed to address the vast number of plastic straws discarded daily. The company promotes a sustainability ethos with products that are designed to break down in compost alongside food waste, thereby contributing to a decarbonized future. Through its commitment to creating environmentally friendly alternatives, Loliware seeks to make sustainability an enjoyable and engaging experience.

Rebound Technologies

Series A in 2020
Rebound Technologies, Inc. manufactures and supplies embedded thermal energy storage systems for commercial freezer environments and off-grid cooling environments. It offers IcePoint, a low temperature refrigeration cooling equipment for supermarkets; and SunChill, an off-grid refrigeration solution that enables increased agricultural productivity by removing field heat from crops immediately following harvest, and provides continued product cooling at local markets and central processing facilities. The company’s products are used by retail stores and farmers in the United States. Rebound Technologies, Inc. was founded in 2012 and is headquartered in Commerce City, Colorado.

The Renewal Workshop

Series A in 2019
The Renewal Workshop partners with the world’s best- loved brands and retailers to renew their “unsellable” returns and excess inventory.

AMP Robotics

Series A in 2019
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.

Evrnu

Series A in 2019
Evrnu, SPC, a textile-technology company, manufactures renewable fiber by recycling cotton garment waste. It engages in purifying cotton garment waste; converting it to a pulp; and extruding it as a new fiber for the creation of textiles. Evrnu, SPC was formerly known as Loopool, SPC. The company was founded in 2014 and is based in Seattle, Washington.

Mori

Seed Round in 2019
Mori, officially known as Cambridge Crops, Inc., specializes in the development of an innovative biopolymer coating designed to extend the shelf life of perishable foods. Established in 2016 and headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, the company utilizes a unique process that extracts protein from natural silk using salt and water. This edible and natural coating forms a protective layer over various food items, including fruits, vegetables, meat, and seafood, effectively slowing down spoilage. Through its technology, Mori aims to enhance the freshness of food while promoting sustainability in the food supply chain.

For Days

Seed Round in 2018
For Days, Inc. is a Brooklyn-based apparel manufacturer founded in 2016, specializing in the production and recycling of t-shirts for men and women. The company operates on a subscription and membership model, allowing customers to receive t-shirts made from recycled fabric and return them when they become stained or worn out. This process supports a closed-loop recycling system aimed at minimizing waste in the fashion industry. For Days seeks to foster a sustainable approach to basic apparel by promoting circularity, thereby reducing textile waste while making eco-friendly clothing accessible and affordable. Through its innovative platform, the company connects consumers and fashion retailers, encouraging a more responsible relationship with essential clothing items.

For Days

Seed Round in 2018
For Days, Inc. is a Brooklyn-based apparel manufacturer founded in 2016, specializing in the production and recycling of t-shirts for men and women. The company operates on a subscription and membership model, allowing customers to receive t-shirts made from recycled fabric and return them when they become stained or worn out. This process supports a closed-loop recycling system aimed at minimizing waste in the fashion industry. For Days seeks to foster a sustainable approach to basic apparel by promoting circularity, thereby reducing textile waste while making eco-friendly clothing accessible and affordable. Through its innovative platform, the company connects consumers and fashion retailers, encouraging a more responsible relationship with essential clothing items.

Homebiogas

Corporate Round in 2018
Homebiogas LTD, founded in 2012 and based in Beit Yanai, Israel, specializes in the development and manufacturing of backyard biogas systems designed to convert household waste into clean energy. The company provides compact and cost-effective anaerobic digesters that transform food scraps and animal manure into cooking gas and liquid fertilizer. These systems are marketed through distributors, ensuring accessibility for households looking to manage waste sustainably while producing renewable energy. Homebiogas prioritizes safety and health standards in its product offerings, making it a notable player in the field of sustainable energy solutions.

TemperPack

Venture Round in 2018
TemperPack Technologies, Inc. designs and manufactures thermal packaging products specifically for insulated and temperature-sensitive goods. The company provides various shipping containers suitable for transporting perishable food and medical supplies, including one-piece boxes, two-piece liners, and temper sleeves. These products are utilized to ship meal kits, sensitive medications, prepared meals, seafood, meats, and desserts. Established in 2015 and based in Richmond, Virginia, with additional facilities in Las Vegas, Nevada, TemperPack serves e-commerce food companies across the United States, the United Kingdom, and Canada. The company is committed to sustainable design, having developed the first certified fully curbside recyclable insulated shipping solution, aiming to address packaging challenges in the perishable food and life sciences sectors.

Natural Machines

Venture Round in 2017
Natural Machines is a company focused on creating innovative kitchen solutions that promote sustainable living and reduce food waste. With offices in cities such as Barcelona, New York City, Milan, and Beijing, the company aims to empower individuals to take control of their food consumption. Its flagship product, Foodini, is a 3D food printing appliance that allows users to create customized meals using their own fresh ingredients. By transforming the traditional food manufacturing process into a compact kitchen device, Foodini enables users to personalize their food while minimizing reliance on pre-packaged products. In addition to enhancing culinary experiences, Natural Machines aligns its efforts with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, particularly in promoting responsible consumption and production.

Algramo

Seed Round in 2015
Algramo is a Chilean company founded in 2013 that focuses on retailing consumer products through automated dispensing machines. The business model centers on providing basic necessity items, such as detergents, rice, and oil, in returnable containers, thereby allowing customers to purchase products in bulk at reduced prices. This approach addresses the issue of financial accessibility for low-income families, who often cannot afford larger quantities due to liquidity constraints. By establishing wholesale relationships with manufacturers, Algramo is able to source products in bulk and eliminate packaging costs, while maintaining product quality. The company's innovative platform not only minimizes waste associated with traditional packaging but also promotes a more sustainable approach to consumer goods. Through its unique distribution system, Algramo aims to significantly impact both economic and environmental challenges in the retail sector.
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