The raw materials sector is witnessing a wave of innovation, driven by startups that are addressing critical challenges in resource scarcity, waste reduction, and environmental sustainability. From recycling innovations to advanced biomaterials, these startups are at the forefront of transforming industries and contributing to a more sustainable future. Here, we highlight some of the most promising raw material startups to watch in 2023.
Top 10 Raw Materials Startups to Watch in 2023
- Sumatrix Biotech: Produces biofabricated materials from waste using microbial fermentation.
- Ecobean: Processes waste coffee grounds into sustainable materials and specialty chemicals.
- FAIRMAT: Offers innovative recycling of carbon fiber composite materials.
- Healix Clean Tech: Creates sustainable solutions for plastic fiber waste.
- Heimdal: Specializes in Direct Air Capture technology for atmospheric CO2.
- PulPac: Provides manufacturing technology for fiber-based packaging as an alternative to plastics.
- Single.Earth: Tokenizes nature’s ecological value using blockchain technology.
- CarbonX: Produces raw materials for the battery industry.
- Biome Makers: Develops soil health solutions using microorganism analysis.
- Pure Harvest Smart Farms: Pioneers technology-enabled agribusiness for sustainable year-round produce production.