DOPS Recycling Secures €5 Million to Revolutionize Waste Processing
Amsterdam, Tuesday, 23 September 2025.
DOPS Recycling Technologies, based in North Holland, receives €5 million to advance its innovative waste processing. This investment, facilitated by a supportive ecosystem, aims to tackle waste management challenges.
Investment to Boost Technological Advancement
This spring, DOPS Recycling Technologies, a company based in North Holland, secured a €5 million investment from ROM InWest, in collaboration with InnovationQuarter and other private partners. This financial infusion is set to propel DOPS into the next phase of its development, focusing on enhancing its Direct Carbon Immobilization (DCI) technology. This technology is pivotal in converting complex waste into reusable products such as synthetic gas and activated carbon, aiming to significantly reduce carbon dioxide emissions compared to traditional waste processing methods [1].
The Role of a Supportive Ecosystem
The successful acquisition of this investment underscores the significance of a robust innovation ecosystem in North Holland. The collaboration between various regional development organizations, such as the Development Company North Holland North and the Innovation Program Energy & Climate of the Province of South Holland, has been instrumental in this achievement. These organizations provide critical support, including financial aid and strategic guidance, empowering companies like DOPS to innovate and address pressing waste management challenges [2].
Technological Advancements and Market Expansion
With the new funding, DOPS plans to advance its technology from Technology Readiness Level (TRL) 6 to TRL 7-8. This progression involves scaling up their operations, testing efficiency at larger scales, and preparing for the establishment of their first commercial plant. The company is exploring potential sites for this facility, with options including industrial partners such as brick factories or waste processing facilities. Their innovative modular reactor design allows for flexibility in processing different waste streams, enhancing the technology’s adaptability and market appeal [1][3].
A Vision for a Circular Economy
DOPS Recycling Technologies is committed to contributing to a circular economy by turning waste into valuable resources while minimizing environmental impact. The company, founded in 2021, is driven by a vision to expand its reach beyond the Netherlands, targeting markets across Europe, the Middle East, and Asia within the next five years. This ambitious expansion plan is rooted in their successful pilot tests conducted in Alkmaar, which demonstrated the viability and effectiveness of their innovative technology [4].