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ECBF is a growth-stage venture capital fund established in Luxembourg dedicated to growth-stage investments within the European Circular Bioeconomy. We bring Europe's circular technologies to market, identifying the most promising investment targets, and syndicating with private and public investors to join financial rounds. Our mission is to provide access to finance to innovative solutions that enable the transitioning from a linear economy to a more sustainable circular one, having the European Investment Bank as a cornerstone investor. Our targeted investment sectors include new technologies and business models in Agtech; blue economy; and bio-based chemicals, specialities and materials; with applications on Nutrition; packaging, personal care, construction, and textiles. Investment opportunities in circularity -i.e., conversion of biological resources and waste streams into value-added products- have a high priority. We believe that investing now in circular businesses and technologies will be beneficial to both a growing market segment and a cleaner future.
Branche
Finanzdienstleistungen
Größe
11–50 Beschäftigte
Hauptsitz
Bonn, Nordrhein-Westfalen
Art
Privatunternehmen
Gegründet
2020
Spezialgebiete
Venture Capital, Growth Investor und Sustainability Investment
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Beschäftigte von European Circular Bioeconomy Fund (ECBF)
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Let's explore the latest developments in the European circular economy for September! 🔄 We'll delve into the exciting updates together!♻️🧐 This month we added a new company to our portfolio! In September, we shared our latest investment in REDUCED, a Copenhagen-based pioneer in upcycled food ingredients. With this strategic boost, REDUCED's #SeriesA funding round now totals €8 million, empowering their expansion across the DACH region and beyond. 🚀 REDUCED is transforming the food industry by turning side streams into premium umami flavors, helping to reduce #CO2emissions by up to 80%. This aligns perfectly with ECBF's mission to drive the circular bioeconomy forward. We look forward to supporting REDUCED's journey of innovation and sustainable growth. 💪ÄIO, a biotech startup from Tallinn, has raised €6.1 million to scale its sustainable oil and fat production. Using yeast fermentation, the company transforms wood and agricultural residues into eco-friendly alternatives to palm oil and coconut oil. ÄIO has developed a unique method that enables the food industry to reduce its reliance on environmentally harmful animal fats, palm oil and other vegetable oils. ÄIO’s solution uses specialised yeast to transform by-products from wood and agricultural processes, such as sugars extracted from sawdust, into food-grade fats and oils. 🌴🥥Mishkay Biotech, a Lithuanian startup specializing in medicinal and edible mushrooms, has secured a substantial increase in funding from Tesonet, which has tripled its initial investment. This funding will help MISHKAY complete its R&D laboratory and expand production capabilities for its mushroom-based products. The company aims to tackle the issue of low-quality and counterfeit mushroom supplements by developing scientifically-backed, high-quality products.🍄#venturecapital #sustainability #circularbioeconomy -
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The textile industry is at a critical turning point. With over 60 million tons of textile waste, 4-7% of global water usage, and 5% of CO2 emissions tied to fashion production, the need for sustainable solutions has never been clearer. 💧🌱#Startups and #innovators are answering the call with breakthroughs like bio-based dyes, plant-derived fabrics, and circular design models. These technologies offer a way to minimize environmental impact, yet scaling them remains a huge challenge. 🔬👗 From raw materials to waste management, every part of the textile supply chain contributes to pollution. Conventional practices like synthetic dyeing and plastic-based fabrics are major culprits, but innovative alternatives are beginning to change the game. Bio-fabrication and zero-plastic textiles are on the rise, bringing us closer to a circular economy. But innovation alone won’t fix everything. To bring about meaningful change, consumer demand, government regulations, and investment in R&D are all critical. 📊👥 Fortunately, we’re already seeing shifts in consumer behavior, with more and more people opting for slow fashion and sustainable products. It's clear that the path to truly sustainable textiles requires a full ecosystem shift. Brands must embrace these innovations and overcome scaling issues to make them accessible at a global level. This requires collaboration across the entire industry, from designers to manufacturers to policy makers. Together, we can create a more sustainable, ethical, and circular textile future! 🌍 You can find the whole blog entry in the comments below. 👇#venturecapital #sustainability #circularbioeconomy -
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Meet 𝗘𝗖𝗕𝗙 at Oslo Innovation Week 2024 (oiw.no) on September 23-25. Clara Martinez Velandia will be actively engaging with investors and seeking out the next generation of disruptive startups. The Oslo Innovation Week is an umbrella event uniting 80+ events driven by Norwegian and international #incubators, #investors, and the #startup ecosystem. It highlights actual solutions to the Sustainable Development Goals. Our network partner, Oslo Business Region, manages the amazing event. Thank you, Tonje Ørnholt, for your kind invitation and for guiding us through the interesting agenda! Find us at 08:30 - 15:00 Startuplab Climate Tech Summit 14:00 - 17:00 100 PITCHES 17:00 - 19:00 ClimateTech Investment Networking Event Program: https://oiw.no/ - European Circular Bioeconomy Fund (ECBF) hat dies direkt geteilt
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Why Do Consumers Eat Pea Protein? 🌟 We are excited to share highlights from our recent workshop organized by European Circular Bioeconomy Fund (ECBF) on “Exploring Plant Protein Isolates”! During the session, Benjamin VOIRY took the audience on an exciting journey through the world of pea protein. Here are some key points we covered: 🔍 Discovering Roquette: A look into who we are and our mission to transform plant-based nutrition. 🌱 The Pea Protein Value Chain: From farm fields to your plate, see how pea protein makes its way to you. Why Choose Pea ❓ Unveiling the secret behind the growing popularity of pea protein among consumers. 📊 Trade Insights: A deep dive into the trade landscape of pea grain and pea protein isolate. 🍽️ Versatile Uses: How pea protein is revolutionizing the food industry with its diverse applications. 💡 Innovative Ingredients: The latest breakthroughs in pea protein technology and what’s next on the horizon. 🌟 Spotlight on Fava Bean Protein: An exciting sneak peek into the next big trend in plant-based proteins. A big thank you to Marie Asano for inviting us, European Circular Bioeconomy Fund (ECBF) for organizing this insightful workshop, and to everyone who participated! We are committed to continuous innovation in bringing the best plant-based protein solutions to our consumers. 👉 Curious to learn more about our plant protein innovations? Visit our website or get in touch with us#PlantProteins #PeaProtein #Innovation #Sustainability #ECBF #Roquette
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The #bioeconomy holds the potential to shape our future sustainably and transform industries. At ECBF, we see specialised funds investing in the sustainable and bio-based economy as a key driver to address global challenges like climate change, resource scarcity, and environmental degradation. 🌍🌿 But how strong is the interest in such targeted investments? If we want to accelerate the transition to a greener economy, understanding market interest is crucial. Investing in sustainable funds goes beyond financial returns – it contributes to a resilient, circular economy. 💰📈 These funds support innovations that replace fossil resources with bio-based alternatives, help reduce carbon footprints, and enable the development of circular business models. 🔬 Innovation in sectors like packaging, agriculture, and energy drives transformation. 🌱 Sustainability ensures long-term environmental and social benefits. 📊 Financial opportunities lie in identifying projects with high market potential and scalability. Your opinion matters! Whether you're an investor, thought leader, or someone passionate about the green economy – we want to hear from you. 💼🌍#venturecapital #sustainability #circularbioeconomy
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The European greenhouse horticulture market is expanding rapidly due to the rising demand for fresh, locally produced food and heightened concerns about food security amidst a growing population. While greenhouses offer a controlled environment for crop cultivation, they also come with significant sustainability challenges. Traditional lighting systems, like high-pressure sodium (HPS) lamps, are still widely used, consuming excessive energy — up to 80% of which is wasted as heat rather than light. This inefficiency not only drives up operational costs but also contributes to resource depletion, CO2 emissions, and negatively affects plant growth. 🌱💡 Enter RED Horticulture, our portfolio company leading the charge in sustainable innovation. 🌿🔋 RED develops advanced LED lighting technologies that drastically improve energy efficiency and optimize plant growth. With their dynamic spectrum technology, tailored photobiology recipes, and smart control system, MyRED, growers can now adjust lighting in real-time, based on both climate conditions and plant needs. These innovations lead to more than 53% energy savings compared to HPS systems, and over 18% savings compared to static LED systems — all without compromising yield quality. The results? Reduced energy consumption, minimized CO2 emissions, and a lower environmental footprint, making greenhouse farming more cost-effective and sustainable. Key Achievements with RED: ✅ 53% energy savings versus HPS lamps ✅ 18% savings compared to fixed LED systems ✅ Enhanced crop yields and food security ✅ Positive impact on land use, biodiversity, and natural habitats With RED, we're empowering farmers to grow sustainably and efficiently, paving the way for a more resilient future in agriculture. 🌍#sustainable #agritech #venturecapital #circulareconomy