DOPS Recycling Technologies Receives €5 Million Boost for Waste Processing Innovations
Amsterdam, Thursday, 9 October 2025.
DOPS Recycling Technologies in North Holland secures €5 million from ROM InWest and partners to enhance its waste processing technology, marking a pivotal step towards sustainable waste management.
Investment to Propel Technological Advancements
This spring, ROM InWest, alongside InnovationQuarter and other private partners, committed a substantial investment of €5 million to DOPS Recycling Technologies. Located in North Holland, DOPS is at the forefront of developing cutting-edge waste processing technologies. The infusion of capital will enable DOPS to advance its Direct Carbon Immobilization (DCI) technology, which transforms difficult-to-process waste into reusable products like synthetic gas and activated carbon with significantly reduced CO2 emissions compared to traditional methods [1].
Strategic Ecosystem Support
DOPS has heavily relied on the robust support from the North Holland ecosystem, which has been instrumental in its growth and development. This ecosystem includes a supportive network that provided DOPS with a voucher from the Province of South Holland’s Innovation Program for Energy & Climate in 2022, participation in the GO!-NH Accelerator Program, and early proof-of-concept financing of €350,000 from the Innovation Fund North Holland [1]. The collaborative environment fostered by these entities underscores the importance of a well-functioning ecosystem in nurturing innovative ventures.
Scaling Technology for Broader Impact
The €5 million investment will be pivotal in transitioning DOPS’ technology from Technology Readiness Level (TRL) 6 to levels 7 and 8. This includes validating the technology at a larger scale, assessing its efficiency, and preparing for the establishment of a demonstration plant at an industrial partner’s site, such as a brick factory or waste processor [1]. This step-by-step approach contrasts with other gasification technologies that often stagnate due to massive investments and a reliance on single raw material sources [1].
Future Directions and Challenges
As DOPS moves towards establishing its first demonstration plant, the company is focused on market segments with the highest demand and strongest business model potential. The ability to convert syngas from residual streams offers an attractive solution amidst grid congestion challenges prevalent in many parts of the Netherlands [1]. Although the timeline for the demonstration plant remains fluid, the strategic focus on market needs and business viability is vital for successful scaling and impact.