Series A · Climate Tech · Freiburg, Germany · Founded 2020 · 30–35 employees
Recyda is a German climate tech startup that developed a comprehensive SaaS platform for sustainable packaging management, helping international brands and packaging manufacturers navigate complex international packaging sustainability regulations. The company provides software-based recyclability assessment tools and manages Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) fees across different countries, serving major clients like Beiersdorf, Kao, and Trolli. Founded in 2020, they recently secured a €6.3 million Series A round led by Cusp Capital in October 2024, following a €1.75 million seed round in 2023. Their solution addresses critical regulatory compliance challenges as new legislation like the EU's Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation creates ambitious sustainability targets for the packaging industry.