Techstars

Movo is a circular packaging solution made for e-commerce folks. They offer reusable packaging solutions and circular economy systems to eliminate single-use packaging.

EnviCore is a research and development company specializing in innovative wastewater treatment solutions. Its technologies offer low-cost, environmentally friendly alternatives for treating mining tailings, aiming to minimize environmental impacts and enable more responsible resource developments.

Jaipur Robotics focuses on developing waste recycling ecosystem doliutions usng AI Algorithms.

CircularPlace is a business-to-business SaaS platform that monetizes underutilized assets to improve asset management, reduce procurement costs, and create new revenue streams. It enables internal sharing, external sales, and charitable donations to support tax benefits, while measuring carbon impact to quantify environmental performance. The platform provides a customizable e-commerce interface and a carbon calculator to track emissions reductions. Through a multistep process to pool, exchange, and reuse equipment across departments and sites, CircularPlace supports scalable recurring revenue and aims for high customer retention, serving organizations across industries with an emphasis on sustainability and efficient asset reuse.

Revent is on a mission to help hundred thousand SMEs in GCC unlock $750M of Capex while saving 1M devices from prematurely ending up in e-waste

Treet operates a peer-to-peer resale marketplace designed to assist apparel brands in adopting circular economy practices and managing their secondhand market. By providing a platform where customers can buy and sell used items directly with one another, Treet creates additional revenue opportunities for brands while enhancing customer loyalty. The company oversees all logistics and support, allowing brands to focus on their core business while benefiting from the resale experience. This approach enables e-commerce brands to promote sustainability and take ownership of their secondhand sales, transforming used products into valuable offerings that feel new to consumers.

Vartega Inc. is a technology development firm based in Golden, Colorado, that specializes in the recycling of carbon fiber, a strong and lightweight material used across various industries, including aerospace, automotive, wind energy, and sporting goods. Founded in 2014, Vartega employs a patented recycling process to transform carbon fiber scrap and waste into low-cost, high-quality products suitable for mass-market applications. The company’s offerings include semi-continuous, chopped, and milled carbon fiber, which can be utilized in thermoplastics, nonwoven fabrics, and molding compounds. By diverting carbon fiber waste from landfills, Vartega aims to enhance the sustainability of these industries, contributing to improved fuel economy and significant reductions in greenhouse gas emissions.

Unbuilt is a marketplace that specializes in reselling unused construction materials, hardware, and fixtures. Its platform connects builders, architects, designers, and property owners, facilitating the resale of excess items left over from completed projects. This not only helps the building community save costs but also promotes sustainability by reducing waste.

Jackalo designs and sells durable, comfortable children's clothing made from organic cotton processed with renewable energy. Its unique business model encourages sustainability by facilitating the purchase of outgrown garments for resale or responsible recycling.

Valyuu operates a circular economy marketplace focused on extending the lifespan of electronic products to minimize electronic waste. The company facilitates the buying and selling of used electronics through a selection of plans, ensuring that items are recirculated among consumers, refurbishers, and recyclers. Valyuu employs matching and pricing algorithms to optimize transactions, allowing customers to earn money from their unwanted products while simultaneously supporting environmental sustainability. By promoting the reuse and refurbishment of electronic goods, Valyuu contributes to reducing the ecological impact of electronic waste.

ScoutIt assists companies in maximizing the utility of end-of-life batteries by prolonging their usefulness in second-life applications.

Uuvipak is dedicated to addressing the issue of plastic waste by creating 100% compostable and edible packaging solutions derived from food and beverage manufacturing byproducts. The company focuses on developing organic materials that serve as alternatives to single-use plastic cups and bowls. By providing innovative compostable packaging options, Uuvipak enables customers to reduce their environmental impact during events, parties, and in daily life. Through its commitment to sustainability, Uuvipak aims to facilitate a significant reduction in plastic waste.

Revent is on a mission to help hundred thousand SMEs in GCC unlock $750M of Capex while saving 1M devices from prematurely ending up in e-waste

BEAWaRe is a pioneering provider of digital waste tracking solutions aimed at helping industries minimize their waste output and facilitate entry into the Circular Economy. The company has developed an environmental services platform that focuses on managing industrial waste traceability and converting waste into valuable resources. Its software offers features such as tariff calculation, providing discounts for lower waste production, and optimizing waste collection processes. By harnessing data related to waste management, BEAWaRe empowers citizens, municipalities, and companies to enhance their waste collection services, promote sustainability, and significantly reduce collection costs through strategic data analysis.

Glou Beauty operates an online platform facilitating the resale of beauty products. It connects consumers who wish to declutter their collections with those seeking affordable, preloved items, promoting sustainability and reducing waste.

Dyrt specializes in waste management solutions for commercial entities and governments. It develops web-based dashboards to monitor composting impacts, including CO2e emissions and water conservation. Dyrt also focuses on in-vessel composting systems and food waste management.

ECGO is a company based in the United States that has developed an innovative application aimed at promoting proper waste disposal and sustainability. The app assists users by allowing them to take pictures of their trash, providing guidance on the appropriate disposal bins, and offering redeemable rewards as incentives for recycling. This approach not only helps reduce pollution but also encourages environmentally friendly behavior through a user-friendly digital platform.

Glou Beauty operates an online platform facilitating the resale of beauty products. It connects consumers who wish to declutter their collections with those seeking affordable, preloved items, promoting sustainability and reducing waste.

Don't Shop, Swap is a gamified platform designed for exchanging clothing, allowing users to swap unwanted garments for new ones. The company provides a digital token system, where users can earn tokens by submitting old clothes, which can then be utilized to acquire other items on the platform. This innovative approach encourages sustainable fashion practices by promoting the reuse of apparel, reducing waste, and providing a cost-effective way for individuals to refresh their wardrobes.

Treet operates a peer-to-peer resale marketplace designed to assist apparel brands in adopting circular economy practices and managing their secondhand market. By providing a platform where customers can buy and sell used items directly with one another, Treet creates additional revenue opportunities for brands while enhancing customer loyalty. The company oversees all logistics and support, allowing brands to focus on their core business while benefiting from the resale experience. This approach enables e-commerce brands to promote sustainability and take ownership of their secondhand sales, transforming used products into valuable offerings that feel new to consumers.

Outlander Materials is a manufacturer focused on addressing the challenges posed by single-use plastics through its innovative product, UnPlastic. This biodegradable alternative is crafted from food industry sources, including by-products and brewery waste, ensuring that it remains functional and compostable without breaking down into harmful micro- or nano-plastics. Designed for food and packaging applications, UnPlastic offers businesses a sustainable option that not only reduces plastic waste but also contributes to minimizing food waste. By providing a circular solution, Outlander Materials aims to transform the packaging landscape and promote environmentally responsible practices.

TerraWaste is an innovative chemical recycling company that specializes in converting non-recyclable waste into valuable products using advanced hydrothermal liquefaction technology. The company's process transforms various waste streams, including plastics and mixed materials, into high-quality crude oil, biochar, and high-value chemicals. By focusing on reducing the reliance on virgin oil extraction, TerraWaste supports global sustainability initiatives and promotes a circular economy. Their continuous-flow system effectively reuses heat and water, significantly lowering energy consumption while ensuring a pollution-free operation. TerraWaste stands out as a pioneer in utilizing this technology for recycling plastic waste, producing carbon-negative materials that help offset emissions from other industries.

Founded in 2019, WINIM is headquartered in Buenos Aires, Argentina. It assists businesses in selling excess daily food through its upcycling platform, combating food waste and reducing carbon footprint.

Cicla specializes in the production of 3D printing filaments made from composite and recycled materials, with a focus on high-definition printing. Founded in 2018 and based in Concepción, Chile, the company offers a range of polylactic acid-based filaments available in multiple colors, including antimicrobial options designed for sanitation and gastronomic applications. Cicla aims to provide clients with sustainable and eco-friendly materials, enhancing the capabilities and environmental responsibility of 3D printing technology.

Rivalia Chemical Co. focuses on producing valuable rare earth elements by recycling coal ash and other waste materials. The company operates a chemical extraction technology platform that addresses two significant issues: the scarcity of critical minerals and the management of coal ash waste. By extracting rare earth elements from these waste materials, Rivalia not only generates valuable resources but also repurposes the residual ash for use in green concrete. This innovative approach enables the chemical industry to recover essential minerals while promoting sustainable waste management practices.

Kudoti designs and develops digital solutions that optimize waste management and recycling operations through a modular, customizable platform and API for end-to-end reverse supply chains, with built-in integration for logistics, payments, and supplier management to enable clients to buy and sell waste resources.

Nyungu Afrika manufactures biodegradable menstrual hygiene products using agricultural waste such as pineapple leaves and corn husk fibers. Their mission is to promote sustainable period care, particularly in underserved regions.

Fable is a retail company specializing in the manufacture and supply of premium tableware and home decor products. The company focuses on creating dinnerware made by skilled artisans from recycled clay, emphasizing simple, timeless, and responsible designs. Fable is committed to producing items that are both aesthetically pleasing and ethically sourced, aiming to transcend fleeting trends with its elegant offerings. The brand's vision centers on crafting products that provide enjoyment while adhering to principles of sustainability and craftsmanship.

The Retouch is a publisher specializing in circular solutions tailored for the fashion and textile industry. Founded in 2020 and based in Paris, France, the company focuses on creating dedicated management plans optimized for surplus stock. These plans consider the technical characteristics and commercial performance of products, as well as the specific business needs of its partners. Additionally, The Retouch offers B2B clothing upcycling services, further promoting sustainability within the industry.

Flecto operates an online platform that facilitates equipment rentals for businesses, promoting a circular economy. It offers integrated services like instant insurance and automated invoicing to streamline operations, enabling rental businesses to manage scheduling, bookings, inventory, and customer relations more efficiently while expanding their digital presence.

Seabound is a developer of innovative carbon capture systems aimed at reducing CO2 emissions from cargo ships. The company's technology integrates seamlessly with existing vessels, equipping them with an onboard device that captures emissions from exhaust and converts carbon dioxide into a solid form. This solidified carbon can be stored for future utilization or sequestration, significantly mitigating greenhouse gas emissions and pollution associated with maritime transport. Additionally, Seabound's carbon capture method enables the processing of carbon dioxide on land, producing limestone that can be sold directly or transformed into calcium oxide for secondary recycling. Through its advancements, Seabound contributes to the sustainability of shipping operations and supports efforts to combat climate change.

Rego is an AI-powered waste diversion platform focused on large, hard-to-recycle items, particularly furniture. The company aims to simplify the consignment process for furniture by preventing usable items from ending up in landfills. Its platform features a one-touch scanning system that automatically connects users with local charitable organizations or licensed recycling and removal services. Rego's services encompass listing, communication, payments, scheduling, and logistics, all facilitated through the use of artificial intelligence and analytics. By enabling individuals and multifamily communities to find more effective ways to sell, donate, and responsibly dispose of furniture, Rego promotes a data-driven circular economy.

Xworks AI is a software company focused on creating a smart social marketplace specifically for the waste and recovery industry, along with related sectors. By leveraging technology, Xworks aims to innovate processes that divert significant amounts of waste from landfills and illegal dumping, while enhancing recycling efforts and promoting sustainability within a circular economy. The company provides a waste and recycling data platform that facilitates scrap trading by utilizing compliance data and matching supply with demand. This approach allows stakeholders in waste management to achieve greater transparency and integration in their exchanges, ultimately fostering a more efficient and sustainable waste management ecosystem.

Innovakote is a Michigan-based company, founded in 2018 and headquartered in Kent City, that specializes in recycling wasted powder coating into fresh powder through its proprietary process. By offering recycled powder coating services, Innovakote aims to eliminate waste and significantly reduce the carbon footprint associated with the powder coating supply chain. The company utilizes advanced equipment and color technology to ensure that no powder coating is discarded in landfills, thereby enabling clients to meet their specific requirements while minimizing environmental impact and overall costs.

EnviCore is a research and development company specializing in innovative wastewater treatment solutions. Its technologies offer low-cost, environmentally friendly alternatives for treating mining tailings, aiming to minimize environmental impacts and enable more responsible resource developments.

Khepra is a company based in San Francisco, California, that specializes in converting plastics and agricultural waste into renewable fuels and chemicals. Utilizing proprietary technology, Khepra employs ultrasonic methods, including frictive heating, cavitation, and acoustic pressure, to break down waste streams without extraction, thus preserving their integrity. This innovative, electrified process leverages excess renewable electricity, particularly from solar and wind sources, during periods of energy curtailment. By transforming waste into valuable resources, Khepra aims to support industries in adopting clean energy solutions and contribute to a sustainable future.

Cancrie produces sustainable advanced material for energy storage devices. It transforms waste into high-quality battery materials, enhancing device efficiency through a simple drop-in solution.

HILOS is a Portland, Oregon-based company founded in 2019 that offers an end-to-end design platform for footwear and physical products. The platform enables brands to design and launch digitally crafted products using 3D printing and algorithmic design, with real-time collaboration and data-driven workflows, while minimizing inventory and waste. It emphasizes sustainable materials and local, low-labor fulfillment to reduce water use and environmental impact, and it promotes end-of-life recyclability for footwear. The company integrates design, manufacturing, and sustainability to accelerate innovation without overproduction.

Fable is a retail company specializing in the manufacture and supply of premium tableware and home decor products. The company focuses on creating dinnerware made by skilled artisans from recycled clay, emphasizing simple, timeless, and responsible designs. Fable is committed to producing items that are both aesthetically pleasing and ethically sourced, aiming to transcend fleeting trends with its elegant offerings. The brand's vision centers on crafting products that provide enjoyment while adhering to principles of sustainability and craftsmanship.

Dispatch Goods designs and provides reusable packaging for the food service and delivery ecosystem. It manufactures reusable steel containers and operates a reverse logistics platform that collects, sanitizes, and returns containers, enabling restaurants, food trucks, and meal-delivery services to replace disposable packaging. Founded in 2018 and headquartered in San Francisco, the company aims to deliver immediate cost savings for enterprise customers while reducing waste and carbon footprint by eliminating single-use packaging.

Hya Bioplastics develops biodegradable packaging for food products by transforming plant fibers into bioplastics through a proprietary decentralized manufacturing technology. The approach aims to be cost-competitive with conventional plastics while reducing reliance on petroleum-based materials. The company focuses on using plant waste fibers and advanced processing to create sustainable alternatives that can replace traditional plastics in the packaging sector. Its process is patent-pending, reflecting an emphasis on scalable, distributed production that can serve clients seeking greener packaging solutions.

Flecto operates an online platform that facilitates equipment rentals for businesses, promoting a circular economy. It offers integrated services like instant insurance and automated invoicing to streamline operations, enabling rental businesses to manage scheduling, bookings, inventory, and customer relations more efficiently while expanding their digital presence.

Treet operates a peer-to-peer resale marketplace designed to assist apparel brands in adopting circular economy practices and managing their secondhand market. By providing a platform where customers can buy and sell used items directly with one another, Treet creates additional revenue opportunities for brands while enhancing customer loyalty. The company oversees all logistics and support, allowing brands to focus on their core business while benefiting from the resale experience. This approach enables e-commerce brands to promote sustainability and take ownership of their secondhand sales, transforming used products into valuable offerings that feel new to consumers.

SALUBATA innovates lifestyle technologies that promote sustainability without compromising comfort. They specialize in modular shoes crafted from recycled plastic waste, aiming to reduce environmental impact while providing adaptive, lightweight footwear.

Valyuu operates a circular economy marketplace focused on extending the lifespan of electronic products to minimize electronic waste. The company facilitates the buying and selling of used electronics through a selection of plans, ensuring that items are recirculated among consumers, refurbishers, and recyclers. Valyuu employs matching and pricing algorithms to optimize transactions, allowing customers to earn money from their unwanted products while simultaneously supporting environmental sustainability. By promoting the reuse and refurbishment of electronic goods, Valyuu contributes to reducing the ecological impact of electronic waste.

HILOS is a Portland, Oregon-based company founded in 2019 that offers an end-to-end design platform for footwear and physical products. The platform enables brands to design and launch digitally crafted products using 3D printing and algorithmic design, with real-time collaboration and data-driven workflows, while minimizing inventory and waste. It emphasizes sustainable materials and local, low-labor fulfillment to reduce water use and environmental impact, and it promotes end-of-life recyclability for footwear. The company integrates design, manufacturing, and sustainability to accelerate innovation without overproduction.

Falcon Technologies is an economic solution for reusing & recycling produced and flow back water at the wellsite.

F3nice is an Italian innovative start-up specializing in additive manufacturing, focusing on the production of metal powders for 3D printing feedstock derived from recycled metal scrap. The company emphasizes sustainable practices by recycling high-value metals, including high-alloyed steels and nickel- and titanium-based alloys. F3nice's expertise spans material science, process engineering, product development, and the design of both simple and complex components, all within a framework that prioritizes business sustainability and circular economy principles. By offering these advanced materials, F3nice enables its customers to reduce their carbon footprint and simplify their assembly processes.

Treet operates a peer-to-peer resale marketplace designed to assist apparel brands in adopting circular economy practices and managing their secondhand market. By providing a platform where customers can buy and sell used items directly with one another, Treet creates additional revenue opportunities for brands while enhancing customer loyalty. The company oversees all logistics and support, allowing brands to focus on their core business while benefiting from the resale experience. This approach enables e-commerce brands to promote sustainability and take ownership of their secondhand sales, transforming used products into valuable offerings that feel new to consumers.

Mobile Fluid Recovery is a company founded in 2012 and based in Seguin, Texas, specializing in innovative waste separation technology. The firm focuses on transforming industrial waste, such as solvent wipes, oil absorbents, and various sludges, into valuable and reusable resources. By utilizing patented methods, Mobile Fluid Recovery processes these materials on-site, significantly reducing transportation needs and associated carbon emissions. This approach not only minimizes disposal costs for manufacturers but often converts waste into a source of revenue, providing customers with savings of 30-50% compared to traditional disposal methods.

Founded in 2020, Pretred is a sustainable manufacturing company based in Lakewood, Colorado. It repurposes waste tires and plastics into durable, eco-friendly industrial barriers and blocks, aiming to replace concrete as a sustainable alternative. The company's products offer superior benefits and are designed to withstand harsh conditions, enabling governments, construction companies, and private entities to adopt more sustainable practices at subsidized costs.

Arqlite specializes in developing low-carbon materials, primarily a light artificial gravel derived from recycled plastics. This innovative product serves as an eco-friendly alternative for construction and gardening industries, offering superior insulation properties and significant weight reduction compared to conventional materials.

Phoenix Tailings specializes in recycling mining tailings, specifically Bauxite Residue ('Red Mud'), to extract strategic materials for industries such as aerospace, automotive, electronics, and biotechnology. Founded in 2019 with a mission to revolutionize the mining industry sustainably and economically.

Fable is a retail company specializing in the manufacture and supply of premium tableware and home decor products. The company focuses on creating dinnerware made by skilled artisans from recycled clay, emphasizing simple, timeless, and responsible designs. Fable is committed to producing items that are both aesthetically pleasing and ethically sourced, aiming to transcend fleeting trends with its elegant offerings. The brand's vision centers on crafting products that provide enjoyment while adhering to principles of sustainability and craftsmanship.

GeoFluxus is an academic spin-off company focused on advancing waste management through innovative research projects. It develops an open-source platform that maps public waste data, facilitating the transition towards a Circular Economy. By leveraging technological solutions, GeoFluxus addresses data sensitivity and adheres to legislative agreements, ensuring responsible data handling. The company aims to enhance its platform by expanding its geographical and material coverage, improving user experience, and increasing interoperability and analytical capabilities. Through its initiatives, GeoFluxus enables clients, including public authorities, to monitor urban waste more effectively, ultimately contributing to sustainable waste management practices.

Poliloop B.V., based in Rotterdam, the Netherlands, specializes in converting non-biodegradable petroleum-based plastics into biodegradable products. The company has developed a microbial cocktail capable of degrading various types of single-use plastics, including PET, PP, LDPE, HDPE, PS, CPE, and EVA. This innovative process can function under suboptimal conditions and has been tested on both individual and mixed plastics, including those contaminated with food debris. Poliloop's method not only addresses the pressing issue of plastic waste but also produces valuable end-products such as bioplastics and biogas, contributing to a more sustainable and circular economy. The degradation process begins within two days, with complete breakdown of the polymers occurring over approximately two months.

Phoenix Tailings specializes in recycling mining tailings, specifically Bauxite Residue ('Red Mud'), to extract strategic materials for industries such as aerospace, automotive, electronics, and biotechnology. Founded in 2019 with a mission to revolutionize the mining industry sustainably and economically.

Recycled Granite, founded in 2009 by Julie Rizzo, specializes in manufacturing eco-friendly landscaping products by converting stone waste into sustainable building materials. The company's offerings include stone veneer, pavers, fire pits, and various home goods and jewelry, all crafted from recycled scrap granite sourced from the countertop fabrication industry. By utilizing stone waste, Recycled Granite provides an environmentally conscious alternative to traditional landscaping materials, helping customers minimize landfill waste and conserve natural resources. Through its innovative practices, the company aims to promote sustainability in the building and landscaping sectors.

Founded in 2008, Alkemy Environmental specializes in recycling industrial waste streams into concrete aggregates. Its primary products are expandable lightweight aggregate, ultra-lightweight aggregate, and high-strength lightweight aggregate. The company also offers waste management services to its clients.

Twelve, formerly known as Opus 12, is a Berkeley, California-based company that specializes in recycling carbon dioxide emissions into valuable chemicals and fuels. Founded in 2015, the company has developed innovative technology that can be integrated with any source of CO₂ emissions. By utilizing only water and electricity as inputs, Twelve transforms captured carbon dioxide into essential products such as methane, ethylene, and ethanol. The firm aims to provide a cost-competitive alternative to petroleum-derived chemicals and fuels, thereby addressing carbon emissions while simultaneously creating economically viable solutions.

Mobius develops environmental solutions that convert industrial organic waste streams into polymers and materials. The company uses lignin, a waste byproduct from the paper and biofuel industries, to produce a natural, biodegradable polymer. This bio-based polymer is intended for applications in horticulture, agriculture, and food service packaging, among others, enabling customers in forestry, paper, biofuel, and biorefining sectors to replace conventional plastics with environmentally friendly alternatives. The approach aims to reduce waste generation and support circular economy goals by turning waste streams from agriculture, forestry, and related industries into new materials and chemicals.

Cruz Foam, Inc. is a Santa Cruz, California-based company founded in 2017 that specializes in manufacturing structural foams from chitin, a biopolymer derived from shrimp shells. The company addresses the global plastic pollution crisis by providing bio-benign foam solutions that serve as eco-friendly alternatives to traditional petroleum-based foams. Cruz Foam's products are designed for a variety of applications, including consumer packaging, consumer electronics, automotive, and business-to-business packaging. By utilizing naturally sourced biopolymers, the company creates scalable and compostable materials that can be integrated into existing supply chains at competitive costs. Cruz Foam collaborates with key industry leaders across various sectors, including consumer electronics, appliances, shipping, and consumer packaged goods, to promote sustainable practices and contribute to a cleaner environment.

Relovv is a fashion marketplace and community founded in 2018 and based in Chatsworth, California. The platform enables members to buy and sell products in a consumer-to-consumer format, fostering connections within the community. Relovv emphasizes transparent transactions and efficient delivery, allowing users to recycle their items while saving money on new purchases. This focus on sustainability and affordability enhances the shopping experience for its members.

Vartega Inc. is a technology development firm based in Golden, Colorado, that specializes in the recycling of carbon fiber, a strong and lightweight material used across various industries, including aerospace, automotive, wind energy, and sporting goods. Founded in 2014, Vartega employs a patented recycling process to transform carbon fiber scrap and waste into low-cost, high-quality products suitable for mass-market applications. The company’s offerings include semi-continuous, chopped, and milled carbon fiber, which can be utilized in thermoplastics, nonwoven fabrics, and molding compounds. By diverting carbon fiber waste from landfills, Vartega aims to enhance the sustainability of these industries, contributing to improved fuel economy and significant reductions in greenhouse gas emissions.

HydroPhos Solutions is a social venture specializing in water treatment. It employs phosphorus filtration technology to extract phosphorus from wastewater, transforming it into a sustainable fertilizer source for resale to the fertilizer industry. This process not only addresses the global phosphorus shortage but also helps wastewater treatment plants reduce their operational costs.

Meknology is a startup developing innovative technical solutions for water treatment. They manufacture devices that separate water from sludge, salt, solids, heavy metals, and other liquids, enabling businesses to recover precious metals used in the plating process.