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One-of-a kind
We combine the best elements of multiple investment approaches to create a one-of-a-kind fund type through:
The resources and insights
of industrial operators
The mindset to outsized
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portfolio companies
benefit from our commercial network and operating experience
co-investors
benefit from our indisputable expertise in assessing innovative technologies
Volta Circle is backed by the Lohia family, the founders and majority shareholders of Indorama Ventures Ltd. (IVL), the global leaders in plastic recycling with nearly 150 billion bottles recycled since 2011. Indorama Ventures has tangible commitments to transforming their industry through advanced recycling technology and increased adoption of renewable feedstocks.
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From linear to circular
We invest in technology-driven solutions that reshape linear economic systems into circular ones.
We aim to prevent pollution, enable closed-loop consumption, and valorize waste, leveraging the unique advantage of our ecosystem industry expertise.
Stage
Focus on Seed to Series A, with ability to follow-on at later stages
Region
Global, with a focus on Europe,
the US, and India
Operational focus
Lead or co-lead investor with board representation and/or observer rights
Material Innovation
Green chemicals
Biomass based
CO2 Valorization
Other Waste
Novel Materials
Plastics & Packaging Alternatives
Textiles & Leather Alternatives
Other novel materials for different applications
Advanced Recycling Technologies
Bottle-to-Bottle PET Recycling
Textile-Textile Recycling
Other Material Recycling
Recycling Enablers
Collection & Procurement
Sorting & Pre-processing
Traceability & Transparency
Industrial
Optimization
Next-gen R&D
Supply Chain Optimization
Manufacturing Automation & Robotics
Sensors & Process Optimization
Strategic Advantage
We invest where we can materially contribute to success.
We have a unique ability to draw upon:
Volta Circle’s team expertise in consumer sectors
IVL's deep industry knowledge in advanced recycling, waste management technologies, and sustainable materials & green chemicals
A network of technical advisors spanning from PhD candidates to industry veterans
Portfolio
Since 2024, Volta Circle has invested in selected sub-sectors of the Circular Economy, aligned with Indorama Ventures’ key areas of innovation. Previously, it invested in a wider range of solutions for Human Wellbeing across the food and health sectors.
