DOPS Recycling Technologies Secures €5 Million to Revolutionize Waste Processing
Amsterdam, Monday, 29 September 2025.
DOPS Recycling Technologies has raised €5 million to advance its DCI™ technology, transforming waste into biobased fuels, crucial for reducing CO₂ emissions and supporting a circular economy in the Netherlands.
The Innovative DCI™ Technology
DOPS Recycling Technologies, a pioneering company in the Netherlands, has secured €5 million in seed funding to enhance its Direct Carbon Immobilization (DCI™) technology. This breakthrough innovation is designed to transform waste into biobased fuels and valuable raw materials, playing a pivotal role in reducing CO₂ emissions and advancing the circular economy [1].
A Collaborative Effort
The funding was facilitated through a collaboration involving entities such as ROM InWest, InnovationQuarter, and the Energietransitiefonds Rotterdam, among others. These organizations are known for their commitment to supporting technological innovations that drive the energy transition and promote sustainability. The investment will enable DOPS to scale up its operations and develop a modular unit to test the technology’s efficacy [1][2].
Transforming Waste Management
With the DCI™ technology, over 90% of waste that would typically be incinerated can be converted into new raw materials like syngas and carbon. This process occurs in an oxygen-free reactor heated to 1,000 degrees Celsius, breaking down hydrocarbons into basic elements without significant CO₂ emissions. Such advancements in waste processing are crucial as the Netherlands seeks to enhance recycling efficiency and reduce pollution [1].
CEO’s Vision for the Future
Michiel Spits, CEO of DOPS Recycling Technologies, emphasized the transformative potential of their technology. He stated, ‘Our technology ensures that waste is not the end but the beginning of new, valuable raw materials.’ This funding will allow DOPS to contribute significantly to the energy transition and foster a circular economy where reuse and efficient energy consumption become standard practices [1].