Villgro is an incubator and venture firm headquartered in Chennai, India, that backs social startups through incubation, seed, and early-stage funding. It concentrates on healthcare, education, agriculture technology, energy, and related technology-enabled sectors, offering equity or quasi-equity investments of up to Rs 6 million. By providing mentorship, networks, and capital, Villgro aims to help early ventures scale and achieve social impact.
GreenJams develops carbon-negative building materials for sustainable construction. Its flagship Agrocrete is a patented bio-concrete made from agricultural residues and mineral-based binders using alkali-activation chemistry, designed to deliver thermal insulation and cost savings relative to conventional concrete. The company also markets BINDR, an ultra-low-carbon alkali-activated binder that serves as a sustainable alternative to cement in mortars, plasters, and non-structural concretes. With manufacturing facilities in Goa and Vizag, GreenJams has completed projects across multiple Indian states and maintains a growing order pipeline, reflecting demand for high-performance, eco-friendly construction materials.
GreenJams
Grant in 2022
GreenJams develops carbon-negative building materials for sustainable construction. Its flagship Agrocrete is a patented bio-concrete made from agricultural residues and mineral-based binders using alkali-activation chemistry, designed to deliver thermal insulation and cost savings relative to conventional concrete. The company also markets BINDR, an ultra-low-carbon alkali-activated binder that serves as a sustainable alternative to cement in mortars, plasters, and non-structural concretes. With manufacturing facilities in Goa and Vizag, GreenJams has completed projects across multiple Indian states and maintains a growing order pipeline, reflecting demand for high-performance, eco-friendly construction materials.
Zerund
Seed Round in 2022
Zerund is a manufacturer of plastic-embedded, lightweight bricks that repurpose plastic and industrial waste into sustainable building materials. The bricks are lightweight, water-resistant, and designed to be fire- and earthquake-proof, with high strength, low water absorption, insulation, and cost efficiency. Zerund provides free on-site installation guidance for masons and free consultations on brick-wall structure, along with quantitative estimation advice for projects. The company's products aim to offer durable, eco-friendly construction materials with reduced environmental impact.
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