Zerocircle funding, investors and company details

Zerocircle is an emerging ESG startup from Gurugram, working in the space of Cleantech startup creating ocean-safe, seaweed-derived alternatives to plastics.. Founded by Neha Jain, Varun Jain.

Company: Zerocircle Alternatives Private Limited
Sector: ESG
Location: Gurugram
Founders: Neha Jain, Varun Jain

Company overview

Zerocircle is a cleantech startup creating ocean-safe, seaweed-derived alternatives to plastics. The company develops biodegradable films, coatings, and paper made from sustainably harvested seaweed. Its mission is to replace single-use plastics with carbon-neutral, compostable materials that do not harm marine ecosystems. The company operates in the materials and packaging sector, offering solutions such as tree-free paper reinforced with seaweed fibers and stubble waste, and barrier coatings for food packaging. It positions itself as a climate-tech innovator, helping brands transition to plastic-free, fossil-free operations while meeting sustainability goals. The company has been recognized as a “minicorn” (a high-potential startup) in India’s sustainability ecosystem, reflecting its strong growth trajectory

Funding rounds

Latest round (Pre Series A): ₹5.00 Cr. ($ 0.58 Mn), 2026-01-22. Investors: Rainmatter (Zerodha)
Past round (Seed): ₹20.00 Cr. ($ 2.31 Mn), 2025-01-17. Investors: Rainmatter (Zerodha), 1Crowd, VC Grid, 7th Gen Ventures, Trudie Styler