Nth Cycle funding, investors and company details

Nth Cycle is an emerging Metal startup from [●], working in the space of Critical metals refining and extraction technology. Founded by Megan O’Connor, Desirée Plata, Chad Vecitis.

Company: Nth Cycle
Sector: Metal
Location: [●]
Founders: Megan O’Connor, Desirée Plata, Chad Vecitis
Total funding raised: ₹366.04 Cr

Company overview

Nth Cycle is a U.S.-based critical metals refining company that recovers production-grade essential metals from low-grade ore, industrial scrap, battery waste, and refining residues by partnering with recyclers and miners. The company uses its proprietary Oyster™ electro-extraction technology, a clean alternative to traditional hydrometallurgy and pyrometallurgy, to extract metals using electricity with lower emissions, reduced chemical waste, and consistent output quality. Its modular systems can be deployed on-site, enabling localized and decentralized metal refining. Nth Cycle primarily serves the electric vehicle, energy storage, and clean energy sectors, supporting the energy transition while strengthening domestic and sustainable metal supply chains.

Funding rounds

Latest round (Series B): $ 44.00 Mn (₹366.04 Cr.), 2023-12-05. Investors: VoLo Earth Ventures, MassMutual Ventures, Caterpillar Venture Capital, Equinor Ventures