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UBQ Materials
Transforming unsorted household waste into a climate-positive thermoplastic
About UBQ Materials
UBQ Materials is an innovative startup operating in the sustainability sector, specifically in the production of eco-friendly materials. The company has developed a unique product, UBQ™, a plastic substitute made from unrecyclable household waste. This includes organic waste like banana peels and chicken bones, as well as non-organic waste such as diapers and mixed plastics.
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UBQ™ is a homogeneous thermoplastic that can replace oil-based plastics in a variety of applications across different industries. The company's business model is based on a patented waste conversion process that transforms unsorted household waste into a bio-based thermoplastic. This process not only diverts waste from landfills and incineration but also reduces carbon footprint and supports a circular economy.
UBQ Materials' primary clients are manufacturers and brands looking to substitute traditional, resource-depleting raw materials with a more sustainable alternative. By using UBQ™, these companies can reduce their environmental impact while still maintaining profitability.
The company generates revenue by selling UBQ™ to these manufacturers and brands. The broad applicability of UBQ™ across various industries presents a significant market opportunity for the company.
In summary, UBQ Materials is a sustainability-focused startup that has developed a unique, eco-friendly plastic substitute made from unrecyclable household waste. The company serves manufacturers and brands looking to reduce their environmental impact and operates in the broader sustainability market.
At a glance
- Status
- Operational
- Founded
- 2012
- Headquarters
- Tel Aviv-Yafo, Israel
- Employees
- 80
- Open positions
- None listed
- Dealroom signal
- 64.8/100
- Sub-industry
- Waste Solution
- Sector
- Energy, Recycling, Biotechnology, Waste Reduction, Biomaterials, Organic Waste, Food Waste, Sustainable Development Goals, Advanced Materials, Bioplastic, Climate Tech, Circular Economy, B Corp
- Business model
- Manufacturing
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Funding history
Company financing events and reported valuations.
| Deal type | Date | Amount | Valuation | Investors | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GROWTH EQUITY VCOther financing | Sep 2023 | $70M | $850M | The Rise Fund (TPG) · Eden Global Partners · Battery Ventures · M&G | ↗ |
| GROWTH EQUITY VCOther financing | Dec 2021 | $170M | — | Battery Ventures · The Rise Fund (TPG) · M&G | ↗ |
Growth signals
Latest recorded traffic for UBQ Materials is 15K monthly website visits, up 25% over the last three months. UBQ Materials's team declined 7% over the past year.
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Investors
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Seed1 investor entered at this stage
European Innovation Council
Series B and later4 investors entered at this stage
Battery Ventures
The Rise Fund (TPG)
M&G
Eden Global Partners
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