Ventures
SUPERNOVAS
How does it make it better?
At SUPERNOVAS, we envision a world where waste is not just discarded but transformed into exceptional design products that captivate hearts and minds. By harnessing the beauty and strength of recycled materials, we aspire to redefine the boundaries of sustainable design, establishing a new paradigm of circularity and environmental consciousness. Our vision is to create a global community that appreciates the inherent value of waste and actively participates in its repurposing. Through our creations, we seek to inspire awe, spark conversations, and ignite a movement where sustainable living is synonymous with creativity, beauty, and positive change for generations to come.
How does it make it happen?
SUPERNOVAS is a pioneering circular design company driven by the ambition to revolutionize the way we perceive waste. Like stars that explode with vibrant hues at the end of their lives, our products emerge from the brilliance of repurposed materials. By transforming 100% plastic waste into remarkable design pieces, we aim to inspire a profound shift in consumer culture. Our commitment to sustainable practices is unwavering, as we strive to minimize environmental impact while maximizing creativity. At SUPERNOVAS, we believe in the power of innovation and beauty, crafting a future where waste is transformed into awe-inspiring, sustainable design solutions.
Our mission at SUPERNOVAS is to harness the potential of leftover materials and waste, particularly plastic, and channel them into extraordinary design products. By challenging conventional notions of waste and embracing circular design principles, we strive to demonstrate that sustainability can be synonymous with elegance and innovation. Through our creations, we aim to provoke thought, foster conscious consumption, and ignite a collective responsibility towards a greener future. We aspire to be a driving force in the circular economy, reshaping the design industry and inspiring others to follow the path of sustainable transformation.
Industry
Design
Founder
Massimiliano Rossi LinkedIn
WASTED
How does it make it better?
In the Netherlands alone, every year, 230 Mio tonnes of plastic are burnt instead of recycled: the equivalent of 72 Erasmus bridges and € 30 billions of plastic are wasted. Recycling has become a popular issue. People do want to take action, but they don’t know how. Technology enables collective actions. Consumers are becoming prosumers. Waste is seen as a resource. Marketplaces for shared infrastructures are proven concepts. WASTED is a platform that brings together public & private enterprises with citizens in the effort of recycling refusing and collecting plastic.
How does it make it happen?
By transforming wasted materials into premium and tradable commodities, WASTED is solving urban pollution waste by bringing together entrepreneurs, citizens and large corporations.
Corporations use wasted to do ad hoc research into the brands products and recycling potential, create marketing campaigns to collect separated plastic waste streams, use the collected wasted™ plastic to create affordable products with our partners.
Circular start-ups and SME’s use wasted to promote their products and provide discounts for citizens that take part in wasted initiatives.
Citizens use wasted to get an economic incentive for recycling and refusing virgin plastic as well as to provide plastic recyclables to brands that want to create new products.
Industry
Materials, Information Technology, Utilities
Founder
Elisha Weeber LinkedIn
WASTE OR WONDER
How does it make it better?
In a world of angry teenagers calling for punitive measurement to save the world from waste, we urge to share a positive alternative is possible: we can prevent further production of waste, we can reduce and reuse waste by transforming it into new materials. We (artists, fans, promoter, sponsors the whole of the music industry) have the power to transform to make change: By 2030 we are going to make the whole of the music industry circular and transform waste from music industry (Music Waste) into products for the same music industry and prevent for it to go in landfill and in the oceans!
How does it make it happen?
“Waste or Wonder” (aka WOW) - a JV between SUPERNOVAS, TileYard and Spin Ventures - was set up to make by 2030 the whole of the music industry circular and transform waste from music industry into products for the same music industry and prevent for it to go in landfill and in the oceans:
* by USING DATA to create a transparent system to assess, track and communicate impact.
* by PROMOTING reducing, reusing recycling PRACTICES in the music industry.
* by CREATING DEMAND for recycled materials amongst consumer, businesses and corporations.
* by DELIVERING PRODUCTS for consumer, businesses and corporations made of recycled materials.
* by promoting access to waste management, transformation and recycling INDUSTRY.
* by promoting and implementing CIRCULAR ECONOMIES PRACTICES in the music industry.
Industry
Clean Tech
Founder
Spin Ventures LinkedIn
TALIA COLLECTIVE
How does it make it better?
Talia is a content platform on a mission to "style a carbon neutral" future!
How does it make it happen?
Talia team combines a thorough ongoing research on the latest quintessential product for a more sustainable lifestyle with engaging content delivered in their very own super surreal design.
Industry
Media
Founder
Rebecca Prunali LinkedIn
CIRCULARR
How does it make it better?
Circularr: Transforming Recycling, Empowering Change
Join us in revolutionizing the recycling industry and driving impactful change. Circularr leverages blockchain technology and tokenizes recycled commodities to create a circular economy. Together, we can make a sustainable future a reality by preventing waste, promoting reuse, and rewarding responsible behavior. Let's transform the world and eliminate waste from our environment.
How does it make it happen?
Circularr is at the forefront of transforming the world through regenerative finance (ReFI) and blockchain technology. Our pioneering approach includes:
- Leveraging data and blockchain tech to create transparency and measure environmental impact effectively.
- Promoting a culture of reducing, reusing, and recycling in consumer and organizational practices.
- Creating demand for recycled materials, fostering a sustainable marketplace.
- Delivering cutting-edge products made from recycled assets to consumers, businesses, and corporations.
- Enabling access to waste management, transformation, and recycling industries.
- Implementing circular economy practices, driving systemic change in industries worldwide.
Together, we can build a sustainable future where resources are regenerated, waste is minimized, and positive change is realized. Join us in reshaping the way we consume and contribute to a better world.
Industry
Clean Tech / Web 3 / Recycling
Founder
Eric Vogel LinkedIn
SUPERFORMA
How does it make it better?
3D printing is an incredible technology with numerous benefits, but it does have a downside: waste generation. In particular, when it comes to PLA waste, which is compostable under certain conditions, it poses a challenge for conventional recycling methods. While thin PLA glasses can easily biodegrade, the thicker objects created through 3D printing hinder efficient biodegradation of the waste. Unfortunately, if this waste is classified as regular plastic, it often ends up being incinerated, leading to the loss of a valuable bio-based and recyclable material with valuable properties. It's a missed opportunity to fully utilize and benefit from this environmentally friendly material.
How does it make it happen?
From the moment SuperForma was established in 2018, they have made a steadfast commitment to never waste their leftover materials. Instead, they actively seek ways to give them a new purpose whenever they can. In March 2020, SuperForma achieved a significant milestone by implementing a recycling system that not only handles their own discarded materials but also welcomes scraps from other labs and institutions that share their dedication to sustainability.
Industry
Design
Founder
Mattia Ciurnelli LinkedIn
ASHAYA
How does it make it better?
At ASHAYA, we envision a future where waste is transformed into a valuable resource. We strive to lead the way in sustainable practices, making significant contributions to the circular economy. By harnessing the potential of deep tech, we aim to expand our capabilities to handle various types of waste materials, redefining the concept of waste management. Our vision extends beyond the elimination of waste-picking as an occupation, as we are committed to ensuring positive displacement into better livelihoods for those affected. Through our efforts, we aim to create a profound environmental and social impact, driving positive change in India and beyond.
How does it make it happen?
ASHAYA is an impact-first startup dedicated to transforming the way waste is managed in India. We recognize the complexity of the challenges we face, with millions of waste pickers living in poverty and a significant amount of untreated waste ending up in landfills. Our approach combines deep tech innovation with a focus on inclusivity and sustainability. Through our proprietary technology, we extract valuable materials from metalised multi-layered plastic packaging (MLP), which is one of the least recycled types of plastic waste. By transforming this waste into high-quality materials and products, we not only increase its value but also incorporate waste pickers into the supply chain, providing them with improved livelihood opportunities.
Industry
Recycling
Founder
Anish Malpani LinkedIn
WITHOUT
How does it make it better?
At WITHOUT, our vision is to redefine sustainability and inspire positive change. We envision a future where waste is eliminated through innovative solutions and where every individual can make a tangible difference in preserving the environment. By developing a range of products from materials that were previously considered impossible to recycle, we aim to challenge the status quo and encourage a shift towards more eco-conscious choices. We strive to lead the way in sustainable fashion and empower others to embrace a lifestyle that supports a cleaner and greener planet. Together, we can create a world where waste becomes a thing of the past.
How does it make it happen?
WITHOUT is a pioneering lifestyle brand that introduces the world's first sunglasses made from materials that are traditionally considered impossible to recycle. We are committed to providing the most sustainable eyewear options, focusing on transforming the least recycled plastic waste globally into functional, durable, and stylish sunglasses. At WITHOUT, we strive to make a positive impact on the environment while empowering waste-pickers, who play a vital role in our mission. We are dedicated to transparency and accountability, ensuring that our core values align with our actions.
Our mission at WITHOUT is to revolutionize the eyewear industry by repurposing "impossible-to-recycle" multi-layered plastic packaging (MLP) that would otherwise end up in landfills and oceans. Through our patent-pending technology, we extract valuable materials from this waste and transform them into high-quality sunglasses and coasters. By doing so, we aim to create a world without waste, demonstrating that even seemingly non-recyclable materials can be repurposed and contribute to a more sustainable future.
Industry
Clothing & Apparel
Founder
Anish Malpani LinkedIn
How do we select our ventures?
Investment Strategy
We Invest in Seed / Series A stage climate tech ventures, with a focus on circular supply and value chain solutions. Each venture drives a specific contribution to the group mission to accelerate the transition to a circular economy in the Consumer & Retail Industry.
Investment Criteria
Our investment is instrumental in unlocking Early Stage Circular Supply & Value Chain Solutions potential by enabling CAPEX / OPEX cash flow to significantly contribute to accelerate growth. The venture is operational in the market, generating ARR >$500K. The ventures will present a 7 years trajectory to positive cash flow and positive EBITDA. Global geography.