What is OXWASH?
Founded in 2018 by former NASA engineer Kyle Grant, Oxwash is fundamentally re-engineering the laundry process to eliminate the environmental footprint typically associated with the sector. The company operates as an on-demand, sustainable laundry service that manages the entire lifecycle of garment care—from collection and washing to delivery—with a rigorous focus on achieving net-zero carbon emissions. By utilizing advanced technology and closed-loop water systems, Oxwash addresses the significant waste and chemical pollution inherent in traditional laundry operations, effectively bridging the gap between convenience and ecological responsibility in the modern urban landscape.
How much funding has OXWASH raised?
OXWASH has raised a total of $24M across 3 funding rounds:
Angel/Seed
$2.3M
Unspecified
$11.7M
Series A
$10M
Angel/Seed (2021): $2.3M with participation from Founders Factory, Clean Venture, Pentland Industries, Leon Lewis, Holly Branson, Conduit-Ascension EIS Impact Fund, Paul Forster, RB Ventures, Sam Branson, Oxford Technology Management, Future Positive Capital, Biz Stone, Paul Forster, and TrueSight Ventures
Unspecified (2022): $11.7M led by Magnus Rausing
Series A (2022): $10M supported by Untitled VC, Khimji Ramdas, 8 Dimension Ventures, and System Capital Management
Key Investors in OXWASH
Founders Factory
A UK-based accelerator and venture firm dedicated to helping early-stage companies rapidly scale into viable, sustainable businesses.
Clean Venture
A full-service environmental contractor providing industrial cleaning and site remediation services across the United States.
Pentland Industries
An investment arm focused on innovative brands that promote healthier and more sustainable lifestyles, backed by the global Pentland Group.
What's next for OXWASH?
With the recent infusion of capital, Oxwash is poised to scale its operations significantly, moving beyond its initial development phase into a period of rapid enterprise expansion. The strategic focus will likely center on enhancing its technological infrastructure to support larger volumes while maintaining its stringent sustainability standards. As the company matures, it is expected to explore further geographic penetration and potential partnerships with large-scale commercial entities that prioritize ESG-compliant supply chains. This phase of growth will be critical in proving that high-impact, sustainable service models can achieve both operational efficiency and long-term profitability in a competitive global market.
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