Gaia BioMaterials
Venture Round in 2024
GAIA BioMaterials AB is a Swedish company based in Helsingborg, established in 2011, that focuses on developing and manufacturing biodegradable biomaterials derived from renewable sources to replace fossil-based plastics. The company offers a range of products including biodegradable pouches, trays, cutlery, bottles, and aprons, catering to various industries such as automotive, agriculture, horticulture, medical, and healthcare. By specializing in biopolymer granules and biodegradable options, GAIA BioMaterials provides sustainable alternatives to conventional plastic, aiming to reduce environmental impact and promote eco-friendly practices.
Big Akwa
Venture Round in 2023
Big Akwa is a Swedish food-tech company that specializes in land-based aquaculture and industrial symbiosis. It revolutionizes fish farming by utilizing waste heat from nearby industries to warm up fish farm water, accelerating growth and reducing energy usage. The company also converts dirty water from fish farms into resources for industry use, improving environmental footprint and decreasing production costs.
Klimato
Seed Round in 2023
Klimato develops a carbon footprint calculation application for restaurants. Its platform plans climate-friendly meals, labels dishes, tracks progress, identifies improvement areas, and facilitates investment in climate-positive projects to help businesses reduce their environmental impact.
Measure & Change
Venture Round in 2022
Measure & Change offers an automated climate calculation service that collects data from clients' business systems, analyzes it in real-time, and calculates the organization's carbon footprint. The company's tool specializes in extracting data directly from business systems to calculate emissions automatically, providing weekly updates on emissions to enable clients to reduce their carbon footprint.
Big Akwa
Seed Round in 2022
Big Akwa is a Swedish food-tech company that specializes in land-based aquaculture and industrial symbiosis. It revolutionizes fish farming by utilizing waste heat from nearby industries to warm up fish farm water, accelerating growth and reducing energy usage. The company also converts dirty water from fish farms into resources for industry use, improving environmental footprint and decreasing production costs.
Cellfion
Seed Round in 2022
Cellfion is a company focused on providing sustainable materials for advanced clean energy storage and conversion technologies. It specializes in the development of forest-based ion-exchange membranes and nanoparticle dispersions, aiming to transform the green energy sector. By manufacturing and commercializing nitrocellulose membranes, Cellfion offers a reliable and adaptable alternative to traditional fossil-based membranes. This innovation not only enhances the efficiency of electrochemical energy storage and conversion devices but also significantly reduces costs, thereby supporting the transition to sustainable energy solutions.
Nordic SeaFarm
Venture Round in 2022
Nordic SeaFarm is an organic seaweed producer that cultivates its crops in the ocean. It offers industrial ingredients and compounds for various industries, including food, biomaterial, and agriculture. The company collaborates with stakeholders across the food chain to develop new products and services related to aquaculture.
Vividye
Seed Round in 2022
Vividye AB is a Swedish company based in Gothenburg, established in 2020, that specializes in providing sustainable solutions for the textile industry. The company focuses on reuse and recycling services for garments, utilizing innovative reversible textile coloring and dyeing technology. This advanced technology enables Vividye to efficiently color, de-color, and re-color fabrics while preserving their mechanical properties. By allowing companies to collect, separate, and reuse water, chemicals, and pigments during the dyeing process, Vividye significantly reduces reliance on non-renewable resources. The company's commitment to sustainability and circular business models is recognized in Mission Innovation's Net-Zero Compatible Initiative, highlighting its potential to contribute to emission reductions in the textile sector.
Jord Innovation
Venture Round in 2022
Jord Innovation develops bio‑based, degradable materials for consumer products, focusing on stearin derived from tall oil. The company applies environmentally conscious manufacturing practices to reduce reliance on fossil and unsustainable raw materials. Its products are designed for the candle industry and related sectors, enabling manufacturers to adopt sustainable alternatives and lower environmental impact throughout product lifecycles.
Tini Garments
Seed Round in 2021
Tini Garments is a fashion brand offering sustainable tailor-made garments produced on demand. It operates a platform that lets customers browse garments and order a fit from a nearby tailor, using environmentally friendly fabrics to reduce overconsumption of clothing and deliver personalized, well-fitting apparel.
Brighteco
Seed Round in 2021
Brighteco is a Born Circular startup offering light as a service. Its hardware is modular and designed for circularity, using reused components such as optical elements from old flat screens and parts from discontinued luminaires. The company focuses on improving indoor environments through luminaire products that can be upgraded over time, delivering ongoing enhancements including smarter security technologies and improved oxygen levels in rooms through its service model.
Stockholm Water Technology
Series A in 2021
Stockholm Water Technology specializes in the development and design of innovative solutions for clean and sustainable water management. The company focuses on capacitive deionization-based water desalination technology, which employs nanotechnology-enabled materials and smart engineering. This patented approach offers a membrane-free alternative for water purification that is both cost-effective and energy-efficient. By integrating advanced hardware and software, Stockholm Water Technology enhances system intelligence while ensuring exceptionally high water recovery rates and minimal energy consumption. The company aims to provide clients with sustainable technologies for effective water cleansing and desalination.
Klimato
Seed Round in 2021
Klimato develops a carbon footprint calculation application for restaurants. Its platform plans climate-friendly meals, labels dishes, tracks progress, identifies improvement areas, and facilitates investment in climate-positive projects to help businesses reduce their environmental impact.
Novoplast
Venture Round in 2021
Novoplast is focused on enhancing recycling processes and systems to promote the use of recycled plastics and the reuse of plastic products. The company specializes in recycling industrial waste and works to identify and improve the management of plastic waste that is not currently utilized efficiently. By doing so, Novoplast assists businesses in maximizing their use of recycled materials, increasing the value of their plastic waste, and contributing to a circular economy. Through its innovative approach, Novoplast aims to support sustainable practices in the plastic industry.
Edeva
Venture Round in 2021
Edeva develops intelligent traffic management systems that selectively control road accessibility. Their innovative solutions prioritize public transport and emergency vehicles, aiming to create safer, more liveable cities with reduced emissions and noise.
Spowdi
Venture Round in 2020
Spowdi designs and manufactures solar-powered water pumping systems for agricultural irrigation. The technology uses a solar panel-driven pump to deliver energy-efficient water distribution at low cost, enabling broad market adoption. By replacing diesel-powered pumps, it reduces carbon emissions and fossil-fuel use, supporting more sustainable farming and helping small-scale farmers boost profitability and resilience through affordable, reliable irrigation.
Brighteco
Seed Round in 2020
Brighteco is a Born Circular startup offering light as a service. Its hardware is modular and designed for circularity, using reused components such as optical elements from old flat screens and parts from discontinued luminaires. The company focuses on improving indoor environments through luminaire products that can be upgraded over time, delivering ongoing enhancements including smarter security technologies and improved oxygen levels in rooms through its service model.
Havredals
Angel Round in 2020
Havredals specializes in the production of 100% plant-based foods, utilizing common Nordic raw materials sourced from Sweden and neighboring countries. The company focuses on creating dairy alternatives that prioritize taste and health benefits. Its product line includes oatmeal drinks that contain approximately 40 percent more oats than typical oat beverages, as well as vegan meat options designed to provide significant levels of beta-glucan fiber, which can help lower blood cholesterol. Through these offerings, Havredals aims to transform simple crops into nutritious superfoods, catering to the growing demand for plant-based dietary options.
Bower is a packaging deposit platform that incentivizes recycling by attaching a monetary value or rewards to packaging through a mobile app. The company enables consumer brands to assign deposits to a wide range of packaging, from plastic bags to take-away containers, which can be redeemed when recycled at established stations. By using a position-based scanning technology, users receive the deposit value on their mobile phones at the point of recycling, eliminating the need for expensive reverse vending machines and allowing recycling at existing stations or other connected locations. The solution strengthens brands' responsibility for packaging and fosters a direct relationship with end consumers, aiming to increase recycling rates by turning recycling into a familiar, rewarding behavior.
Datia
Debt Financing in 2020
Datia is a data platform focused on sustainable finance, partnering with innovative financial institutions to streamline their Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) workflows. The platform enables clients to efficiently collect and analyze ESG data, assess their portfolios, and model ESG preferences. Additionally, Datia automates reporting in accordance with regulatory frameworks such as the Sustainable Finance Disclosure Regulation and the EU Taxonomy. By providing insights into the impact of investments on climate and society—through metrics like carbon emissions, water usage, and gender equality—Datia empowers users to make informed, value-based investment decisions that align with their sustainability goals while seeking financial returns.
Mimbly
Venture Round in 2020
Mimbly develops and manufactures sustainable laundry systems that recycle water during washing cycles. The system connects to a washing machine through the water intake valve to monitor, analyze, and purify wastewater for reuse, enabling facilities to conserve water, reduce microplastic pollution, and lower CO2 emissions.
Biofiber Tech
Venture Round in 2019
Biofiber Tech Sweden AB, established in 2016 and headquartered in Stockholm, specializes in manufacturing cellulose wood fibers. The company's core business involves developing and producing wood fiber-based plastics, designed to replace fossil-based plastics. Their innovative technology modifies wood fibers to create bio-granulate, which can then be used to produce various consumer products and packaging materials. Biofiber Tech's mission is to accelerate the transition to renewable resources, offering clients an environmentally friendly alternative to traditional fossil-based plastics.
re:newcell
Venture Round in 2019
re: newcell has developed a patented process for recycling cellulose-based textiles, such as cotton and viscose. With re: newcell's recycling process, environmental impact from the textile industry could be drastically reduced. The process would also reduce transport, waste and increase access to water and cultivable land for food production.
ClimateView
Pre Seed Round in 2019
Founded in Stockholm, Sweden in 2017, ClimateView develops a SaaS platform empowering public sector entities to make data-driven climate transition decisions. Its software collects and organizes climate data, enabling systematic modeling of political, economic, and energy shifts across cities, regions, and nations.
Altered
Venture Round in 2018
Altered develops water- and energy-saving retrofit nozzle technology for taps and showers. The company offers a platform with a range of nozzles and a retrofit dual-flow atomiser designed to preserve performance while reducing consumption. Its solutions install into existing sockets with adapters, enabling rapid, low-cost upgrades to most current taps without costly renovations. By targeting multiple customer segments, Altered aims to scale its retrofits globally to address rising water stress and energy use, delivering efficiency gains in showers and handwashing while preserving user experience.
Recycla
Venture Round in 2018
Recycla is a recycling and waste management company that operates a marketplace platform designed to facilitate environmentally efficient recycling solutions. The platform connects users with quality-assured recycling companies, allowing individuals and organizations to easily find suitable partners for their recycling needs, whether at home, in businesses, or within tenant-owner associations. By providing a database of approved companies, Recycla enables users to efficiently match their specific recycling or waste management requests with the right service providers in their geographic area, promoting sustainable practices and cost-effective solutions in the recycling industry.
Gårdsfisk
Venture Round in 2018
Gårdsfisk is a Swedish company that develops and operates land-based fish farming technologies. Founded in 2013 and based in Åhus, it focuses on growing fish in large tanks within closed systems on land, enabling production away from traditional water bodies. The process recycles nutrient-rich wastewater, which can be repurposed as fertilizer for fields, reducing waste and environmental impact. The company aims to offer sustainable fish production that minimizes ecological disruption and supports farmers by expanding their offerings with seafood produced in controlled environments, suitable for integration in farm operations or domestic settings.
ReVibe Energy
Series A in 2017
ReVibe Energy is a Swedish company founded in 2013 and headquartered in Gothenburg. It specializes in developing intelligent information systems powered by unique vibration energy harvesting technology. This technology converts ambient vibrations from industrial environments into sustainable electricity, providing a reliable and environmentally friendly power source for sensors and monitoring systems. By eliminating the need for cables and batteries, ReVibe Energy enables businesses to efficiently acquire, measure, and analyze vibrations, thereby enhancing operations in traditional power supply scenarios. The company aims to contribute to the industrial Internet of Things, positioning itself as a key player in sustainable power solutions for industrial applications.
Brighteco
Pre Seed Round in 2017
Brighteco is a Born Circular startup offering light as a service. Its hardware is modular and designed for circularity, using reused components such as optical elements from old flat screens and parts from discontinued luminaires. The company focuses on improving indoor environments through luminaire products that can be upgraded over time, delivering ongoing enhancements including smarter security technologies and improved oxygen levels in rooms through its service model.
Sally R
Seed Round in 2017
Founded in 2016, Sally R develops innovative climate control technology that combines ventilation systems from Earth with those used at the International Space Station. This integration enables real-time optimization algorithms to reduce energy consumption and enhance air quality in buildings.
SpaceTime Communication
Seed Round in 2017
Spacetime is a transportation platform focused on sustainable travel solutions for both large and small organizations. The platform enables users to compare various travel options between destinations, taking into account factors such as public transport availability, costs, carbon dioxide emissions, and calories burned. By promoting responsible travel practices, Spacetime aims to help organizations reduce their environmental impact while continuously enhancing their travel strategies.
Ecofiltration Nordic
Seed Round in 2017
Ecofiltration Nordic is a cleantech company based in Solna, Sweden, specializing in the development and marketing of phosphorus filters utilizing the proprietary Polonite® filter material. This innovative technology captures phosphorus from contaminated and nutrient-rich water, facilitating its recycling without the use of chemicals. The company focuses on creating a natural cycle for water and nutrients, contributing to the mitigation of eutrophication and chemical pollution. By employing reactive filter bed technology, Ecofiltration Nordic aims to purify water while also recovering valuable nutrients, thereby promoting environmental sustainability and enhancing biological diversity. The company collaborates with customers to drive innovation and respond to emerging needs in water treatment and nutrient recovery.
ReVibe Energy
Seed Round in 2016
ReVibe Energy is a Swedish company founded in 2013 and headquartered in Gothenburg. It specializes in developing intelligent information systems powered by unique vibration energy harvesting technology. This technology converts ambient vibrations from industrial environments into sustainable electricity, providing a reliable and environmentally friendly power source for sensors and monitoring systems. By eliminating the need for cables and batteries, ReVibe Energy enables businesses to efficiently acquire, measure, and analyze vibrations, thereby enhancing operations in traditional power supply scenarios. The company aims to contribute to the industrial Internet of Things, positioning itself as a key player in sustainable power solutions for industrial applications.
RecondOil Sweden AB
Venture Round in 2016
RecondOil specializes in sustainable solutions for industrial lubricating oils through advanced surface chemical separation technology. This innovative approach significantly extends the life of lubricating oil, reducing consumption by up to 90 percent. The company focuses on creating a circular economic system, allowing the same oil to be reused and sold repeatedly. By utilizing its remanufacturing technologies, RecondOil enables clients to recycle used oils, transforming them into commercially valuable products while effectively removing impurities. This commitment to sustainability and efficiency positions RecondOil as a leader in the remanufacturing of industrial lubricants.
Byggvaru
Venture Round in 2016
Byggvaru is a non-profit economic association which assesses and then provides information on sustainability-evaluated goods and promotes product development towards a non-toxic and well-built environment.
Byggvaru provides a web-based tool consisting of a database of durable products and a project tool. The project tool enables tracking of the embedded products and its constituent chemical substances many years after completion of the project.
Sustainalube
Seed Round in 2016
Sustainalube is a Swedish company that develops environmentally friendly lubricants based on patented technology. The products are water-soluble, non-toxic, and fully degradable, designed to replace environmentally harmful cleaners without sacrificing price or performance. The company targets forestry and construction sectors and sells directly and through retailers, with global inquiries welcomed. Founded in 2015 by three professors from Luleå University of Technology, it has developed an oil-free lubricant line and continues to expand with additional applications. The products aim to reduce environmental impact and support sustainable development. The company has earned recognition in entrepreneurial competitions such as Venture Cup Sweden (Environment & Energy) and the Future Prize.
Ostrea Aquaculture
Venture Round in 2016
Ostrea Aquaculture specializes in the industrial-scale farming of microalgae and oysters, utilizing a proprietary technology that emphasizes environmental sustainability. The company has developed an innovative cropping system that eliminates the need for harmful substances and minimizes waste, positioning itself as a leader in eco-friendly aquaculture practices. By focusing on the cultivation of these organisms, Ostrea Aquaculture aims to enhance the oyster farming industry while promoting sustainable methods that benefit both the environment and food production.
IsoTimber
Venture Round in 2015
IsoTimber specializes in energy-efficient construction technology using patented wood-based wall systems. Their unique method traps static air for insulation, eliminating the need for toxic materials or plasticization. The company offers ready-made construction packages and key-ready houses.
Waves4Power
Venture Round in 2015
Waves4Power is a renewable energy solutions provider that specializes in harnessing ocean wave energy to produce grid-quality electricity. The company develops and sells turnkey waveparks, which are comprised of numerous WaveEL 3.0 buoys designed to convert the energy of ocean waves into electric power. This innovative technology enables the generation of green energy with zero carbon emissions, offering clients a sustainable alternative energy source. Waves4Power emphasizes survival, serviceability, and profitable energy production in its operations, contributing to the transition towards cleaner energy solutions.
Brighteco
Pre Seed Round in 2014
Brighteco is a Born Circular startup offering light as a service. Its hardware is modular and designed for circularity, using reused components such as optical elements from old flat screens and parts from discontinued luminaires. The company focuses on improving indoor environments through luminaire products that can be upgraded over time, delivering ongoing enhancements including smarter security technologies and improved oxygen levels in rooms through its service model.
Zoomability
Venture Round in 2013
Zoomability, based in Sweden, specializes in the development and sale of electric four-wheel drive vehicles designed for off-road performance. The company's flagship product, Zoom Uphill, is engineered to provide enhanced mobility and driving enjoyment, particularly for those who face obstacles in their daily lives. Zoomability aims to promote inclusivity by increasing access to nature and transforming challenges into new opportunities through innovative vehicle design.
Grönberg & Partners
Venture Round in 2013
Grönberg & Partners is a Swedish company established in 2005 that specializes in providing high-quality product lines for hairdressing salons and discerning customers. The company has built a reputation for reliability, gaining the trust of hundreds of clients in the hair care industry. Grönberg & Partners offers a diverse selection of carefully curated brands, focusing on products that include organic shampoos, conditioners, balms, perfumes, and wax creams. Their offerings are designed to be affordable, climate-smart, and fragrance-free, catering to the needs of consumers seeking effective and environmentally conscious hair care solutions. In addition to its product line, the company has developed an online platform that facilitates the browsing and selection of these hairdressing products, enhancing accessibility for users.
iCell AB specializes in manufacturing high-quality cellulose insulation using recycled newsprint as its primary raw material. This eco-friendly process yields an organic product that effectively inhibits moisture damage, making it ideal for both new constructions and additional insulation projects in existing buildings.
Sustainable Cards
Venture Round in 2011
Sustainable Cards specializes in the development, manufacturing, and sale of eco-friendly wooden cards designed to replace traditional plastic options. These innovative products serve various purposes, including hotel key cards, gift cards, loyalty cards, and business cards. The company partners with certified manufacturers globally to create its sustainable offerings, which are produced in its European facility in Hede, Sweden, where ongoing research and development support smaller European orders. Additionally, the North American office in Erie, Colorado, facilitates operations in the region. By focusing on biodegradable and PVC-free materials, Sustainable Cards aims to significantly reduce the reliance on petroleum-based plastics, contributing to environmental sustainability and the reduction of landfill waste. The company is recognized as a leading provider of sustainable wood products, committed to promoting greener alternatives for clients in the hospitality and retail industries while helping mitigate harmful greenhouse gas emissions.
SolarWave
Seed Round in 2010
SolarWave AB is a company dedicated to providing innovative water purification systems and solar power solutions. Founded in 2009 and headquartered in Gävle, Sweden, with additional offices in Kampala, Uganda; Lagos, Nigeria; and Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, SolarWave's products are designed to produce safe drinking water and clean electricity. Their product lineup includes solar-powered water purification and desalination systems tailored for use in areas with limited access to clean water, utilizing chemical-free technologies to improve public health and create local business opportunities. Additionally, SolarWave organizes initiatives aimed at raising awareness about safe drinking water, providing support to schools, hospitals, and communities in developing countries. Through its sustainable solutions, the company aims to empower underserved populations by enhancing their access to essential resources.