Ventures
SUPERNOVAS
How does it make it better?
Supernovas is a fully circular design studio that leverages design, aesthetics, and technology to create products made from 100% recycled and recyclable materials. The company applies innovative techniques to recycle various waste streams, such as hospital waste for school products and packaging waste for award-winning designs, setting new standards for sustainable materials.
How does it make it happen?
Supernovas embodies Spin Ventures' commitment to closed-loop systems, circular material use, and operational efficiencies. Their solutions help decarbonize supply chains by transforming waste into valuable products, reducing reliance on virgin resources and optimizing resource efficiency. With the circular design market projected to grow to $95 billion by 2030, Supernovas' approach can decrease the carbon footprint of manufacturing processes by up to 70%, supporting both environmental and economic objectives.
Industry
Design
Founder
Massimiliano Rossi LinkedIn
ILLUMINEM
How does it make it better?
Illuminem is a digital platform focused on delivering knowledge and information related to climate action and the energy transition. Their platform serves as a hub for industry insights, helping businesses and individuals make informed decisions to drive decarbonization.
How does it make it happen?
Illuminem aligns with Spin Ventures' objectives by supporting the knowledge exchange necessary for implementing circular practices across industries. By promoting climate action, Illuminem helps reduce industry-wide emissions. With the sustainability education market projected to grow, Illuminem supports GHG reductions through widespread adoption of best practices.
Industry
B2B Climate SAAS
Founder
Andrea Gori LinkedIn
THE SEAM
How does it make it better?
The Seam provides digital services for clothing repairs, prolonging the life of garments and encouraging sustainable consumption. Their platform connects consumers with local repair specialists, thus promoting the extension of product lifecycles.
How does it make it happen?
The Seam supports Spin Ventures' goals by promoting circular consumption patterns that reduce waste and carbon footprints associated with new garment production. The clothing repair market is projected to reach $2 billion by 2030, and The Seam targets reducing textile waste-related emissions by up to 30%.
Industry
B2B Repairing SAAS
Founder
Layla Sargent LinkedIn
SPARXELL
How does it make it better?
Sparxell is a pioneer in sustainable color technology, offering biodegradable pigments made from plant-based cellulose. These pigments mimic nature's structural color, seen in butterflies and birds, eliminating the need for harmful chemicals like mica or dyes. The pigments provide vibrant, fade-resistant colors suitable for a range of applications, from cosmetics to packaging, while ensuring minimal environmental impact.
How does it make it happen?
Sparxell aligns with Spin Ventures' focus on driving operational efficiency, boosting revenues, and decarbonizing supply chains. Their innovative approach supports a circular economy by reducing toxic waste and promoting natural, renewable resources.
Industry
Nature Based Solutions
Founder
Benjamin Droguet LinkedIn
ECOFASHION CORP
How does it make it better?
EcoFashionCorp is a fashion company leveraging blockchain technology to enhance transparency and traceability in the supply chain. They use regenerative agriculture and sustainable practices to reduce the environmental impact of the fashion industry.
How does it make it happen?
EcoFashionCorp's focus on transparency aligns with Spin Ventures' emphasis on optimizing supply chains and decarbonizing the fashion industry. With the sustainable fashion market projected to reach $48.9 billion by 2030, EcoFashionCorp's approach can help reduce GHG emissions by up to 60% through improved sourcing and traceability.
Industry
B2B Climate SAAS
Founder
Marci Zaroff LinkedIn
BatchWorks
How does it make it better?
Batch.Works is revolutionizing manufacturing by integrating circularity at its core. Through localized, on-demand 3D printing using recycled and bio-based materials, they minimize waste and carbon emissions, aligning perfectly with the shift towards carbon-negative value chains and closed-loop systems. Their approach exemplifies regenerative design, transforming traditional production into a sustainable, efficient process.
How does it make it happen?
Utilizing AI-enabled 3D printers and sustainable materials like recycled PET and PLA, Batch.Works produces customizable products with reduced environmental impact. Their collaboration with E3D and support from Innovate UK have led to advancements such as reducing assembly time by 70% and carbon emissions by 85%, showcasing the scalability and profitability of transformative technology in manufacturing.
Industry
Distributed, Additive Manufacturing
Founder
Julien Vaissieres LinkedIn
ByRotation
How does it make it better?
By Rotation is pioneering a shift in the fashion industry by promoting a shared economy model. Their peer-to-peer platform encourages the reuse of clothing, reducing the demand for new production and minimizing textile waste. This approach supports resource optimization and aligns with the principles of a regenerative, circular economy.
How does it make it happen?
Through their user-friendly app, By Rotation connects individuals to rent and lend designer fashion, extending the lifecycle of garments. With over 500,000 users and a vast inventory, they have built a community that values sustainability and conscious consumption, demonstrating the commercial viability of insetting practices in the fashion sector.
Industry
B2C Rental SaaS
Founder
Eshita Kabra LinkedIn
ByeWaste
How does it make it better?
Byewaste addresses the inefficiencies of traditional waste management by offering a convenient, door-to-door collection service for unwanted items. By facilitating the reuse and recycling of goods, they contribute to reducing landfill waste and promoting a circular economy, aligning with the goals of resource optimization and carbon-negative value chains.
How does it make it happen?
Operating through a user-friendly app, Byewaste schedules pickups for items like electronics, textiles, and books, ensuring they are repurposed through a network of sustainable partners. Their innovative logistics and data solutions streamline the recycling process, making sustainability accessible and efficient for households.
Industry
B2B Reverse Vending & Logistic SaaS
Founder
Tommaso Troiani LinkedIn
CircularWay
How does it make it better?
CircularWay is committed to transforming supply chains by embedding circular economy principles into business operations. By focusing on reducing waste and promoting the reuse of materials, they support the transition to a regenerative economy, enhancing both environmental impact and operational efficiency.
How does it make it happen?
Through strategic consulting and the development of circular business models, CircularWay assists companies in redesigning their processes to minimize waste and maximize resource utilization. Their expertise enables businesses to implement closed-loop systems, driving measurable improvements in sustainability and profitability.
Industry
B2B ReCommerce SaaS
Founder
John Atcheson LinkedIn
ClubZero
How does it make it better?
ClubZero is redefining packaging by offering a smart, returnable system that replaces single-use containers. Their solution significantly reduces packaging waste and associated carbon emissions, aligning with the objectives of closed-loop systems and carbon-negative value chains.
How does it make it happen?
Providing a comprehensive service that includes packaging selection, collection, washing, and redistribution, ClubZero ensures a seamless transition to reusable packaging for businesses. Their AI-powered platform tracks packaging usage, optimizing the system for efficiency and scalability, and demonstrating the profitability of sustainable practices.
Industry
B2B ZeroPackaging SaaS
Founder
Safia Qureshi LinkedIn
NANOLOOM
How does it make it better?
Nanoloom is innovating in the textile industry by developing high-performance, biodegradable fibers using nanotechnology. Their materials offer a sustainable alternative to traditional textiles, supporting the shift towards regenerative materials and reducing environmental impact.
How does it make it happen?
By harnessing the properties of graphene and other nanomaterials, Nanoloom creates fibers that are stronger, lighter, and more durable than conventional options. Their approach combines advanced materials science with sustainability, offering scalable solutions for various industries seeking to reduce their ecological footprint.
Industry
BioTech
Founder
Victoria Mataczynski LinkedIn
SEQUINOVA
How does it make it better?
Sequinova is transforming the fashion industry by producing fully biodegradable sequins from plant-based materials. Their innovation replaces traditional plastic sequins, reducing microplastic pollution and supporting the adoption of regenerative materials in fashion.
How does it make it happen?
Utilizing cellulose-based materials, Sequinova manufactures sequins that decompose naturally, eliminating the environmental hazards associated with conventional embellishments. Their collaboration with high-profile designers demonstrates the commercial appeal and scalability of sustainable fashion accessories.
Industry
BioTech
Founder
Clare Lichfield LinkedIn
How do we select our ventures?
Investment Thesis
Spin Ventures is dedicated to accelerating the shift towards a circular and regenerative economy, focusing on the Consumer & Retail sectors. Our investment thesis is centered around early-stage companies and breakthrough technologies that can deliver tangible, measurable, and profitable solutions, helping companies decarbonize their supply and value chains while driving operational efficiencies and incremental revenue growth. We aim to generate both financial and environmental returns, targeting high-growth markets projected to reach $4.5 trillion by 2030.
What We Look For
We target companies that are:
- Early-Stage Growth: Ventures operating from Seed to Series A stages, with proven market traction and a clear path to scaling.
- Circular Supply Chain Solutions: Innovations that enable circular models across supply and value chains, contributing to significant reductions in resource use and greenhouse gas emissions.
- Regenerative Materials: Companies developing new materials or processes that promote resource regeneration and reduce environmental impact.
- Re-commerce and Circular Business Models: Platforms and solutions that extend the lifecycle of products through reuse, resale, or recycling.
- Alignment with Regulatory Trends: Ventures that are positioned to benefit from increasing regulatory pressures for sustainability reporting and circularity, particularly in Europe.
Our goal is to partner with companies that not only show strong growth potential but also align with our mission to drive economic and environmental transformation across the Consumer & Retail sectors.
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