Transforming 100% natural waste wool into sustainable insulation for packaging and construction
Notable Achievements
- Just closed our $12m Series A Capital Raise ...... November 2023
- Founder & CEO, Joanne Howarth, was named the first-ever Australian Laureate in the prestigious Cartier Women's Initiative.
- 2022 Planet Protector won the coveted Australian National Gold Sustainability Awards up against all the big multinationals.
Currently Operating in Three Regions
Press Mentions
May 7, 2024
Joanne Howarth EY Entrepreneurial Winning Women™ Asia-Pacific Class of 2023
Joanne Howarth, a successful entrepreneur, shares her journey of overcoming challenges, building a thriving business, and empowering women in the workplace. Her story highlights resilience,...
Read on EYNews »December 8, 2023
Eight Aussie startups that raised $81.5 million this week
Eight Australian startups have collectively raised $81.5 million in funding in just one week. The funding will be used to support growth and expansion, highlighting the strong investment potential...
Read on SmartCompany »December 5, 2023
Forrest family leads Rich List plunge on packaging disrupter
Andrew and Nicola Forrest have led a star-studded fundraising for the start-up that hopes to replace polystyrene with a more sustainable insulation material.
Read on Australian Financial Review »July 31, 2023
From the paddock to packaging - ABC Melbourne
Polystyrene packaging is everywhere, and as part of the push to reduce reliance on plastics and polystyrene, new woolly innovations are coming out.
Read on ABC Melbourne »More Ventures in Energy & Environment
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