Ganiga
Ganiga provides an AI-powered robotics platform featuring "Hoooly," a smart bin that automates waste sorting and analysis at the point of disposal. The system uses advanced AI algorithms, including generative AI, to identify and separate waste types in under 500ms, while generating real-time data on waste composition for businesses and public infrastructure operators to optimize collection routes and improve sustainability reporting.
- Robotics
- Clean Technology
- Artificial Intelligence
- Internet of Things
- Hardware
- Data & Analytics
- Logistics & Supply Chain
Funding
Raised to date
€2.9MRaised to date based on public sources. This may differ from the amount the company actually raised and is based only on what is publicly available on the internet.
Est. $3.2Macross 3 rounds
€1.5M · Seed
Announced Oct 2026 · from article date
Disclosed cumulative: $3.2M
Founders
Product
Problem
Current waste management processes often result in low recycling rates due to inefficient sorting methods. Inaccurate waste data and a lack of real-time monitoring hinder effective waste reduction strategies and sustainability reporting. The absence of readily available information on nearby waste disposal options can also lead to improper waste disposal.
Solution
Ganiga provides an AI-powered robotics platform, featuring "Hoooly," a smart bin designed to automate waste sorting and analysis at the point of disposal. The system uses advanced AI algorithms, including generative AI, to identify and separate different types of waste in under 500ms, significantly increasing recycling rates. Real-time monitoring provides immediate access to the bin's status and condition, while also allowing users to locate the nearest available bin. The platform generates data and statistics on waste composition, enabling businesses and public infrastructure to optimize waste management, reduce CO2 emissions, and improve sustainability reporting.
Target Audience
The primary target audience includes businesses, public infrastructure operators, and waste management companies seeking to improve recycling rates, reduce waste management costs, and enhance sustainability efforts.
Features
- AI-powered waste recognition and sorting using a patented robotics system
- Real-time monitoring of bin status, fill levels, and waste composition
- Generative AI for waste data analysis and sustainability reporting
- Optimized route planning for waste collection, reducing costs and CO2 emissions
- Mobile app for users to locate nearby bins
- Option for users to receive digital refunds for disposing of waste in designated bins, redeemable at partner stores