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MAEKO
Turning organic waste into fertilizer in just 24 hours with cutting-edge compost machines
MAEKO, a pioneering initiative focused on combatting food waste, offers cutting-edge composting technology that can reduce food waste volume by up to 80% in just 24 hours. By integrating Internet of Things (IoT) and real-time tracking systems into their composting machines, MAEKO enhances efficiency and monitoring capabilities, advancing their mission to achieve zero food waste. MAEKO's composting technology contributes significantly to reducing greenhouse gas emissions (GHG) by up to 66% compared to traditional waste management methods. This reduction in GHG emissions aligns with global sustainability goals and helps combat climate change effectively
Notable Achievements
- Tackling waste reduction in Malaysia, Indonesia, Singapore, Thailand, and the Philippines.
- MAEKO's patented, commercial on-site composting machines can reduce food waste volume by up to 80% in 24 hours.
- Recognized as one of the 10 global sustainable solution makers at the 2019 UN Solution Summit, to date, MAEKO has converted nearly six milli
Currently Operating in Six Regions
Press Mentions
October 23, 2025
MAEKO, IJO Borneo forge joint venture to advance circular waste solutions across Sarawak, Borneo
MAEKO has partnered with Ijo Borneo to establish a joint venture focused on enhancing circular waste solutions in Sarawak, Borneo. This collaboration highlights MAEKO's commitment to sustainability...
Read on DayakDaily »
February 11, 2021
The Circulars Accelerator
Introducing The Circulars Accelerator's very first cohort of innovators.
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