Circulate Capital

Circulate Capital operates as an investment management firm dedicated to advancing the circular economy within high-growth markets. It develops and deploys specialized investment vehicles, funding companies and infrastructure projects that actively divert plastic waste from ecosystems. Their strategic approach targets scalable, market-based solutions driving a regenerative economic model.

The firm was established in 2018 by Rob Kaplan, CEO, alongside founding partners Regula Schegg and Wolfgang Hafenmayer. Kaplan’s insight stemmed from the critical need for financial instruments to combat ocean plastic pollution, especially across South and Southeast Asia. This mission has since expanded, addressing the broader global waste crisis through comprehensive circular economy investments.

Circulate Capital partners with global brands and institutional investors seeking financial returns and environmental impact. Its vision is to foster systemic change by directing investment into viable solutions that enhance resource efficiency and close material loops. They aim to cultivate a future where waste is eliminated, transforming how industries manage and value materials.