Mark Anderson
GreenTech startups are making waves within the UK, challenging traditional industries with their pioneering technology and commitment to sustainability. As of 2020, numerous noteworthy startups have emerged, making significant inroads in addressing environmental challenges through innovative products, services, and practices. These startups are at the forefront of the fight against climate change and are committed to making a tangible impact on our planet’s future. Let’s delve into some of the most impactful GreenTech startups that were birthed in 2020 or after.
The UK has always been a hub for innovation and entrepreneurship. In recent years, this has been particularly true in the realm of GreenTech. Startups in areas such as renewable energy, sustainability, Cleantech, and environmental consulting are experiencing a boom, incentivised by renewed public interest in climate change and favourable government measures boosting green technology and infrastructure.
We are excited to present a selection of the most promising GreenTech startups, based in the UK, that have been operating since 2020. These companies are not just pushing the boundaries in their specific industries – they’re redefining what it means to lead an ethical business in the 21st century.
Storm4
Storm4, founded by Kayleigh Bottomley, is a leader in global GreenTech recruitment. Their mission is to connect organizations with the talent needed to drive a sustainable future. Based in London, England, Storm4 launched in 2020, focusing on the GreenTech sector. They work with businesses at the cutting edge of renewable energy tech and ‘clean’ innovation.
Altruistiq
Altruistiq, a London-based startup founded by Saif Hameed, offers a platform that automates sustainability data management for enterprises. The company emerged in 2020, aiming to simplify and streamline the process of measuring and managing sustainability data.
Mondra
Mondra, founded by Jason Barrett, seeks to unlock the impact of global supply chains and instigate meaningful change. The London-based startup uses innovative data aquistion and analysis methods to report the effects of current supply chains on the environment.
Spherics
Founded by George Sandilands, Spherics is a carbon accountability software that measures and reduces carbon emissions. The company took off in 2020 and is headquartered in Bristol, Avon.
TerraPraxis
TerraPraxis, a London-based nonprofit organization, is headed by Kirsty Gogan and Eric Ingersoll. The company aims to innovate and incubate scalable solutions for a livable planet, focusing on neglected areas of the decarbonization challenge.
Footprint Zero
Footprint Zero, situated in Andover, Hampshire, is a GreenTech startup co-founded by Julian Pertwee and Rupert Harrow, focusing on renewable energy and sustainability in the solar sector.
PlasmaTrack
Focusing on railroad transportation, PlasmaTrack provides environmentally sustainable technology to alleviate railway autumn delays caused by leaves on the line. Founded by Adrian Hester, Julian Swan, and Roger Gray, the company’s solution cleans and treats tracks, dry and clean.
Scindo
Scindo, a London-based cleantech startup co-founded by Benjamin G. Davis, Gustaf Hemberg, and Juliet Sword, develops cutting edge enzyme systems to drive sustainable chemical feedstocks replacing petrochemical ingredients in various industries.
Fusion8 Ltd
Fusion8 Ltd, launched by Tony Fitzwilliams, offers a unique solar system solution that allows individuals to reduce carbon emissions. The company is based in Milton Keynes, Milton Keynes, United Kingdom.
Kiri Technologies
Co-founded by Alejandro Carrera, Kai Schildhauer, Luca Rubino, and Mauro Di Benedetto, Kiri Technologies aims to accelerate the adoption of sustainable behaviours by incentivizing individuals and brands that behave sustainably.
Redigo
London-based Redigo, led by Magdalena Stelmach, has made a name for itself through its AI-driven live reporting software. This software facilitates the accurate reporting of carbon data for companies and organisations. Redigo also offers globally curated offsetting and sustainability marketplaces, providing numerous options to meet companies’ carbon neutrality targets.
