UAE Independent Climate Change Accelerators (UICCA) has unveiled the final cohort of ten pioneering climate-tech startups for its Circular Economy Cycle of the Launchpad programme, marking a significant milestone in advancing the UAE’s circular economy and sustainability ambitions.
This dynamic cohort brings together cutting-edge innovators including Alterba, CAULI, Circa Biotech, Desolenator BV, Excess Materials Exchange, Food With Benefits, Novasensa, Terrax, The Waste Lab, and Yellow Octopus. Their solutions span waste valorisation, AI-driven reusable packaging, circular water solutions, and next-generation recycling technologies, all tailored to accelerate the UAE’s transition to a net-zero and resource-efficient economy.
Sheikha Shamma bint Sultan bin Khalifa Al Nahyan, President and CEO of UICCA, said: “The circular economy is a cornerstone of the UAE’s sustainable economic agenda. By empowering these groundbreaking startups through the Launchpad programme, we are not only accelerating innovative climate solutions but also strengthening the UAE’s position as a global leader in green growth. This cohort reflects the type of bold, scalable innovation needed to transform waste into opportunity, close resource loops, and catalyse systemic change. UICCA remains steadfast in its commitment to enabling these ventures to thrive, scale, and make measurable contributions to our Net Zero future.”
The Circular Economy Cycle, launched in collaboration with the UAE Ministry of Economy, commenced this month with a series of intensive capacity-building sessions. The programme features four workshops running from 6 May to 27 May, 2025, equipping startups with critical expertise on market entry, financial modelling, impact assessment, and capital attraction. Two fireside sessions will complement the workshops, providing insight into navigating the UAE’s regulatory landscape and scaling circular economy ventures locally.
The cycle will culminate in a Showcase Event on 17 June, 2025, where the cohort will pitch their solutions to an exclusive audience of investors, government stakeholders, and industry leaders, unlocking new opportunities for investment, collaboration, and scale-up.
By advancing innovation, nurturing entrepreneurship, and forging impactful partnerships, UICCA continues to drive the UAE’s green economy forward and empower climate-tech ventures to deliver lasting environmental and economic impact.
