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Keey Aerogel specializes in the production of silica aerogel derived from construction waste using a closed-loop process that recycles carbon dioxide and ethanol. The company focuses on the valorization of silica-containing construction and demolition materials, transforming them into high-value aerogel products. These nanoporous materials are designed to enhance energy efficiency in the construction and refurbishment of buildings, as well as for various industrial applications. By leveraging waste materials, Keey Aerogel aims to contribute to sustainable practices while providing effective thermal insulation solutions in ambient conditions.

ExtraJool has designed a breakthrough innovation to recycle industrial waste heat into decarbonized electricity.

Melia is a start-up specializing in the production of pallets from non-forest wood.

Tri'n'collect provides a customized service for sorting, collecting, and recycling building trash. Tri'n'collect is a mission-driven corporation whose major goal is to protect the planet's natural resources by preventing building site waste and recycling it in a circular economic loop. T'n'C works with individual home builders, developers, real estate developers, public works companies, and renovation and deconstruction sites.

Circul'Egg recycles the eggshells from companies by transforming them into two finished products: a calcium carbonate powder and a shell membrane powder. It promotes industrial co-products in the circular economy. The company's products are marketable on the animal feed and nutraceutical markets. This production responds to a need expressed by many players in animal feed (PetFood and feed for farm animals), nutraceuticals (food supplements for human consumption), and cosmetics. It was established in Paris, Ile-de-France, France in

ERAMET is a world leader in alloy metals, including manganese and nickel, and high-end metallurgy. ERAMET also develops activities with high growth potential, such as mineralized sands (titanium dioxide and zircon), lithium and recycling. The Group employs approximately 13,000 people in 20 countries.

Respire is a manufacturer and provider of environmentally friendly cosmetic products focused on promoting healthy skin. The company offers a diverse range of vegan and recyclable items, including deodorants, hair care products, toothpaste, face and body creams, cleansers, makeup removers, and solid shampoos and conditioners. Additionally, Respire produces specialized items such as exfoliators, gel showers, and natural sun cream sprays. With a commitment to all-natural ingredients, Respire aims to deliver effective beauty solutions that are both sustainable and beneficial for consumers' skin.

ROSI is a company that develops innovative raw material recycling and revalorization technologies for the photovoltaic industry. The technologies allow for the recovery of ultra-pure silicon and other metals that are currently lost during photovoltaic cell manufacturing and at the end of the solar panel's life cycle. ROSI is based in Grenoble, France.

Tri'n'collect provides a customized service for sorting, collecting, and recycling building trash. Tri'n'collect is a mission-driven corporation whose major goal is to protect the planet's natural resources by preventing building site waste and recycling it in a circular economic loop. T'n'C works with individual home builders, developers, real estate developers, public works companies, and renovation and deconstruction sites.

Phenix operates a waste management platform focused on reducing waste and promoting a circular economy. With a team of around 100 dedicated employees, the company aims to give a second life to both food and non-food products across various sectors, including charities. Phenix assists over 1,000 professional clients, such as retailers, manufacturers, wholesalers, shopping centers, and caterers, in managing their unsold products and waste. The platform offers an alternative to landfills and incineration, enabling clients to efficiently manage their inventories and donate surplus items to charitable organizations. Through its comprehensive collaborative and logistical services, Phenix encourages businesses to actively participate in waste reduction efforts and enhance their corporate social responsibility initiatives.

Sintermat is a powder metallurgy company that specializes in providing innovative material solutions for the metal industry as well as various customer application sectors. The company develops performance materials tailored for industries such as luxury goods, packaging, aeronautics, defense, and industrial tooling. Sintermat emphasizes sustainability by utilizing bio-based materials, including wood, leather, horn, husk, coffee grounds, oyster shells, snail shells, and fish scales, in its production processes. This approach not only addresses the material needs of diverse industries but also supports sustainable and responsible resource management through materials-saving and recycling services.

Circle Sportswear is an online retailer specializing in sportswear made from recycled and recyclable materials. The company offers a diverse range of products, including t-shirts, pants, shorts, and leggings, all designed with sustainability in mind. Utilizing non-toxic and ecological fabrics such as Tencel, Circle Sportswear provides comfortable activewear that is both affordable and environmentally friendly. By focusing on a circular economy model, the company aims to reduce waste and promote responsible consumerism in the fashion industry.

Emb-i-Pack specializes in the reuse and mechanical recycling of plastic waste. They provide services that include collection, material recycling, reincorporation, and reuse. They offer local collection of the industrial packaging and the plastic waste.

Recyc-Matelas Europe, founded in 2010 and based in Colombes, France, specializes in recycling services for bedding products, including mattresses, duvets, and pillows. The company focuses on dismantling, reconditioning, and marketing materials extracted from these items, contributing to environmental sustainability by reducing waste and promoting resource recovery. As a subsidiary of Recyc-Mattresses Inc., Recyc-Matelas Europe plays a vital role in the circular economy, offering effective solutions for the treatment of worn springs and other components from bedding materials. Through its operations, the company aims to create a positive social and environmental impact.

Recycling glass through producing cement

Volpy is the application which buys, exchanges and recycles secondhand smartphones. Volpy application estimates the value of smartphones in a few minutes thanks to quick tests users can do themselves! Volpy always offers the best prices for secondhand smartphones among all industrial operators. The application also enables users to switch from a smartphone to another, either new or secondhand. Volpy is an actor of responsible innovation, environmentally commited and concerned about creating a brand new circular economy model.

Phenix operates a waste management platform focused on reducing waste and promoting a circular economy. With a team of around 100 dedicated employees, the company aims to give a second life to both food and non-food products across various sectors, including charities. Phenix assists over 1,000 professional clients, such as retailers, manufacturers, wholesalers, shopping centers, and caterers, in managing their unsold products and waste. The platform offers an alternative to landfills and incineration, enabling clients to efficiently manage their inventories and donate surplus items to charitable organizations. Through its comprehensive collaborative and logistical services, Phenix encourages businesses to actively participate in waste reduction efforts and enhance their corporate social responsibility initiatives.

Hainaut Plast Industry specializes in the production and marketing of recycled polyvinyl butyral (PVB) granules, catering to the plastics, automotive, and commercial sectors. The company focuses on the end-of-life recycling of PVB film, primarily sourced from laminated glasses and automotive windshields. Its products serve various applications, including laminated glass manufacturing, car windscreens, and coatings, as well as acting as a binding agent for materials and textiles. By providing an ecological and economical alternative to traditional raw materials, Hainaut Plast Industry positions itself as a secondary raw material producer, supporting industrial users in adopting sustainable practices.

Recommerce Group specializes in providing trade-in and remarketing solutions for second-hand mobile phones across Europe. The company focuses on the refurbishment and resale of smartphones, employing innovative proprietary technologies to enhance the lifecycle of these devices. Its services encompass a comprehensive range of solutions, including multi-channel trade-in options, reverse logistics, data erasure, and customer support, along with marketing and e-commerce support. Recommerce Group also offers rental services for smartphones and tablets, catering to diverse clients such as mobile operators, distributors, e-tailers, and manufacturers. With a strong presence in France, Spain, Switzerland, and Poland, the company collaborates with notable retailers and mobile network operators to promote sustainable practices in the electronics market. Founded in 2009 and headquartered in Paris, Recommerce Group is dedicated to giving smartphones a second life while providing affordable access to quality electronics.