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Epoch Biodesign

Using AI-designed enzymes to enable infinite recycling of mixed plastics and textiles.

Jacob Nathan

Founder & CEO at Epoch Biodesign

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Employees 21–50

Headquarters United Kingdom

Epoch Biodesign develops enzymatic processes to recycle plastic and textile waste, starting with nylon. Using AI-driven synthetic biology and materials science, it breaks plastics down into high-purity chemical building blocks for reuse. Based in London, Epoch operates at lab scale, with a demo facility targeting 150 metric tonnes annually in 2026. Long term, it aims to license and operate its technology globally, driving scalable circularity.

Energy & Environment

Notable Achievements

Raised more than $50M from investors including Lowercarbon Capital, Inditex, and Extantia.
Working with over 30 leading brands to develop and scale circular textile solutions.
Built a world-class team of 30 biochemists, process engineers, and ML scientists.

Currently Operating in Ten Regions

Press Mentions

May 18, 2026

Textiles Recycling Awards 2026 Finalists Announced

Epoch Biodesign is recognized as a finalist for the 2026 Textiles Recycling Awards, highlighting its innovative advancements in sustainable textile solutions. The company’s commitment to...

Read on Middle East Africa Textile News - Kohan Textile Journal »

April 8, 2026

Lululemon backs enzymatic nylon recycling

Epoch Biodesign collaborates with Lululemon to advance enzymatic nylon recycling, marking a significant step in sustainable textile innovation. This partnership demonstrates Epoch Biodesign's...

Read on Knitting Trade Journal »

April 3, 2026

Lululemon Invests in Enzyme-Based Textile Recycling Startup Epoch Biodesign

Epoch Biodesign collaborates with Lululemon to innovate textile recycling using advanced enzymes. This partnership highlights Epoch's commitment to sustainability, showcasing its groundbreaking...

Read on Middle East Africa Textile News - Kohan Textile Journal »

February 20, 2026

INVISTA partners with Epoch Biodesign to develop post-consumer recycled nylon 6,6

Epoch Biodesign collaborates with Invista to develop innovative post-consumer recycled nylon. This partnership enhances sustainability in the plastics industry, showcasing Epoch Biodesign's...

Read on Interplas Insights »

February 9, 2026

Invista and Epoch partner on enzymatic nylon recycling

Epoch Biodesign partners with Invista to develop an innovative enzymatic recycling process for nylon, aiming to enhance sustainability in the textile industry. This collaboration highlights Epoch...

Read on Knitting Trade Journal »

August 28, 2025

10 AI Applications Shaping the Future

Epoch Biodesign has emerged as a pioneering company in sustainable biotechnology. Their innovative approaches to biodesign are driving positive environmental impacts, showcasing their commitment to...

Read on TIME.com »