Four Startups Building a Greener Future for India

Across India, various environmental startups are tackling the issue of climate change by creating innovative products, services, and resources that promote sustainability. These startups range from companies that develop biomaterials to those that offer solar panel design software.?

These businesses, which are at the forefront of new technology, are also helping to improve the environment and address the damage caused by years of overuse. Such startups are worth keeping an eye on, as they positively impact sustainability and the future of business. Here is a list of some top Indian environmental startups, along with information on their operations, funding, and contributions to sustainable business practices.

Dandera Ventures

Founded in 2021

Founders: Kshitij Bajaj and Kanav Manchanda

Dandera Ventures , a sustainability mobility start-up located in Gurugram, India, was established in 2021 with the goal of transforming the last-mile delivery and logistics industry through the introduction of its first electric three-wheel cargo vehicle, OTUA. The company launched its first OTUA on September 9th, World EV Day, featuring a volume of 183 CC and a load capacity of 900 kg, as well as a range of 165 km on a single charge that can be extended to over 300 km.?

The startup initially presented its vehicle on the well-known business reality show Shark Tank, which has received significant attention and has become a well-known name in the industry. OTUA was developed from the ground up as an electric vehicle and is a fully domestic product, with all parts and components, including batteries, designed and manufactured in India. The last-mile delivery and logistics industry is experiencing rapid growth and is expected to reach a market size of $5 billion in the coming years. The industry is increasingly turning to electric vehicles and other sustainable mobility solutions in an effort to reduce its carbon footprint.

Banyan Nation

Founded in 2013

Founder: Mani Vajipey

BANYAN Nation, a scrap management business that specializes in plastic recycling is based in Hyderabad, India. The company collects plastic scrap from industries and converts it into reprocessed polyolefin plastics (PP and PE) for conventional and high-grade applications. Using a unique technology platform, Banyan Nation is able to involve thousands of informal workers in the recycling process.?

The company has received recognition for its efforts, including the Circulars Award at the World Economic Forum,? the World Economic Forum Global Technology Pioneers, the Intel-DST Award Innovations for Digital India, the Millennium Alliance Grant, and the mBillionth Award.

BluSmart

Founded in 2019

Founders: Punit K Goyal, Puneet Singh Jaggi, and Anmol Singh Jaggi

BluSmart is an application-based electric ride-hailing platform that started operations in 2019 and currently operates with around 600 EVs in Delhi’s NCR region. The company initially launched its first EV in partnership with Mahindra & Mahindra and has since gained recognition as a highly efficient mobility platform in terms of carbon emissions.?

In 2022, Tata Motors inked an agreement with BluSmart to produce 10,000 Electric Vehicles, and the company also came on board with Jio-BP to build charging infrastructure throughout India.

ZunRoof

Founded: 2016

Founders: Sushant Sachan and Pranesh Chaudhary?

Now a major solar energy enterprise in the country, zunroof is making a significant impact by providing the best-in-class on-grid solar device for residential properties. Currently based in the Delhi-NCR region, the company is expanding rapidly into other areas.?

To date, ZunRoof has installed 1000 solar rooftops in Surat, Vadodara and Ahmedabad and is helping 1000 families in Gujarat transition to solar energy. In addition to offering solar energy solutions, the company also provides IoT smart energy solutions for the development of next-generation energy technologies. They handle the entire process of capturing, storing, maintaining, and using energy.

Needless to say, the future of sustainability-focused startups in reviving what climate activists label as a planet on a precipice appears positive. We hope this article provides essential insights into the sector's future and the novel technological solutions you should consider adopting to make a holistic environmental impact. For more information on how startups are contributing to building a greener future for India, get in touch with us.