Uranus Oil aggregates used cooking oil (UCO) from commercial food service establishments across South India. The collected UCO undergoes filtration and is supplied to biodiesel manufacturers as a renewable energy feedstock. This service provides food businesses with a compliant and efficient method for waste oil disposal while supporting the circular economy.
Funding
Funding not disclosed
Founders
Product
Problem
Improper disposal of used cooking oil (UCO) poses environmental risks and health hazards, while also representing a missed opportunity to create renewable energy. Many businesses lack a streamlined, transparent process for managing and monetizing their UCO.
Solution
Uranus Oil provides a comprehensive solution for collecting, managing, and repurposing used cooking oil (UCO) into biodiesel feedstock. The company's tech-enabled waste management service ensures efficient UCO collection from various sources, adhering to FSSAI RUCO guidelines. Uranus Oil's digital platform systematically tracks the UCO supply chain, offering transparency and accountability. By partnering with biodiesel manufacturers, Uranus Oil facilitates the conversion of UCO into a renewable energy source, contributing to a circular economy and reducing reliance on fossil fuels. The company also provides a safe UCO collection kit along with a container for recurring customers.
Target Audience
Uranus Oil primarily serves hotels, schools, churches, theme parks, airports, food manufacturing facilities, fast food joints, and other businesses that generate significant quantities of used cooking oil.
Features
- Tech-based waste management solutions for efficient UCO collection
- Digital platform for tracking the entire UCO supply chain
- FSSAI RUCO enrollment, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards
- Multi-stage filtration process to refine collected UCO
- Fleet vehicles for UCO collection from various locations
- Partnership with biodiesel manufacturers for UCO conversion into biodiesel
- Provision of RUCO-labeled customized containers for UCO collection