What is Circ?
Circ develops proprietary technology designed to (re)source and (re)harvest raw ingredients directly from clothing waste. This innovative approach allows fashion labels to replace virgin materials with recycled components, positioning Circ as a leader in apparel recycling and circular market solutions. The tunability and flexibility of its platform cater to the diverse needs of the fashion industry, which is actively seeking sustainable alternatives to traditional manufacturing processes.
How much funding has Circ raised?
Circ has raised a total of $80M across 2 funding rounds:
Series B
$55M
Other Financing Round
$25M
Series B (2023): $55M with participation from Zalando, Milliken, Youngone, Lansdowne Partners, Breakthrough Energy Ventures, and Inditex
Other Financing Round (2025): $25M led by Taranis, Avery Dennison, and Inditex
Key Investors in Circ
Zalando
Zalando is a prominent European eCommerce company specializing in fashion, indicating a strategic interest in sustainable supply chain solutions and circular economy initiatives within the apparel sector.
Breakthrough Energy Ventures
Breakthrough Energy Ventures is a prominent investment firm backed by global business leaders, focused on funding innovative companies that drive the transition to net-zero emissions, aligning with Circ's mission to reduce environmental impact in the fashion industry.
Inditex
Inditex, a global fashion retail giant, demonstrates a commitment to exploring and investing in circular economy technologies that can enhance the sustainability of its extensive supply chain and product lifecycle.
What's next for Circ?
With substantial enterprise-level backing and a recent strategic investment, Circ is poised to accelerate its technological development and market penetration. The company's focus on providing scalable solutions for textile waste positions it to capitalize on the growing global demand for sustainable fashion. Future endeavors will likely involve expanding manufacturing capabilities, forging new partnerships with fashion brands, and further refining its recycling technology to address a broader spectrum of textile waste.
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