France
Pili, renowned as the carbon conscious color company, is at the forefront of the bio-based colorants and pigments industry. Founded in 2015 in France, the company is strategically positioned to transform the color industry through its innovative fermentation and sustainable chemistry processes. These processes enable the production of high-performance, low-carbon colors, aiming to decarbonize industries by significantly reducing reliance on chemicals and fossil resources.
Pili's versatile products cater to sectors such as textiles, inks, paints & coatings, and plastics. Operating from three sites in Toulouse, Paris, and Isère, Pili boasts a team of approximately 40 employees and has secured over €35 million to industrialize its processes.
February 2023 marked a pivotal investment period for Pili, as the company raised a $15.80M Series A round. Notable investors such as SOSV, Bpifrance, Elaia, Famille C Participations, and Startup Angels Alb-Bodensee participated, underscoring significant confidence in Pili's sustainable approach and growth potential.
