India, 18 November 2025 – In a significant boost to Asia’s sustainability and waste management landscape, Blue Planet Environmental Solutions, a Singapore-headquartered leader in advanced waste management and upcycling technologies, has announced a strategic investment from Novo Holdings. The Denmark-based global investment powerhouse, renowned for championing planetary health and long-term environmental stewardship, is backing Blue Planet’s vision of building resilient, scalable, and circular waste ecosystems across high-growth markets.
Founded in 2017, Blue Planet has rapidly emerged as one of the most innovative players in integrated waste management. The company operates on a technology-first model, combining proprietary IP-driven solutions, data intelligence, and deep operational expertise to transform waste into high-value resources. Its diversified portfolio comprises several notable entities across multiple countries — including Zigma in India, Wah & Hua in Singapore, Smart Environmental in New Zealand, and other specialised sustainability firms — collectively delivering comprehensive solutions in landfill remediation, recycling, biofuel generation, hazardous waste processing, and e-waste valorisation.
Strengthening a Circular, Low-Carbon Future
With Novo Holdings’ investment, Blue Planet is positioned to deepen its presence across Asia-Pacific, India, New Zealand, and the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) region. The partnership comes at a crucial time, as emerging markets face rising urbanisation, escalating waste volumes, and growing pressure to adopt sustainable, circular solutions that reduce landfill dependence and carbon emissions.
The strategic funding will support Blue Planet in expanding its infrastructure footprint, enhancing technology integration across its group companies, and accelerating M&A-driven growth in priority segments. A key emphasis will be placed on developing modular, scalable waste valorisation systems capable of converting landfill materials into eco-friendly, commercially valuable products. This includes pellets, cladding, and other construction materials made from reclaimed waste, contributing to both environmental and economic sustainability.
Additionally, the collaboration will drive initiatives in carbon credit generation, ESG-focused innovations, and digital tools that enable cities and enterprises to track, optimise, and reduce their waste-related environmental impact. Blue Planet aims to use the investment to further build circular resource loops that not only minimise waste but also maximise value creation.
Leadership Speaks: A Partnership With Shared Purpose
Madhujeet Chimni, Founder and Chairman of Blue Planet Environmental Solutions, expressed strong confidence in the partnership:
“We are excited to partner with Novo Holdings, whose global sustainability expertise aligns with our vision of building scalable, responsible waste solutions. This investment strengthens our strategic expansion into Southeast Asia and GCC markets and enables continued M&A-driven growth in priority segments. It positions Blue Planet to deliver measurable social and economic impact while advancing Zero Waste to Landfill across the regions we serve.”
Prashant Singh, Co-Founder and CEO of Blue Planet, highlighted how the investment will accelerate innovation and technology deployment:
“This partnership empowers us to continue our strong focus on innovation across our platform and deploy advanced waste valorisation technologies, including converting landfill materials into high-value products such as pellets and cladding. It also supports our mission to expand sustainable infrastructure and develop data-driven circular models that reduce environmental footprints, drive resource efficiency, and create long-term value for industries and cities.”
From Novo Holdings’ perspective, the investment aligns with its commitment to advancing sustainability and planetary health across emerging markets.
Deepa Hingorani, Partner and Head of Asia, Planetary Health Investments at Novo Holdings, said:
“The rapid pace of urbanisation across Asia is intensifying the need for sustainable and context-specific waste solutions. Blue Planet exemplifies the type of knowledge-driven, impact-oriented platform that promotes resource efficiency and circularity. We are impressed by the company’s vision and execution and look forward to supporting its continued growth.”
About Blue Planet Environmental Solutions
Blue Planet Environmental Solutions is a Singapore-based sustainability company pioneering integrated, technology-led waste management solutions across Southeast Asia, India, the UK, and New Zealand. Its operations span landfill reclamation, hazardous and e-waste recycling, biogas and biofuel production, and energy recovery. Since its founding in 2017, Blue Planet has focused on creating scalable circular ecosystems that extract value from waste, reduce environmental harm, and contribute to its mission of achieving Zero Waste to Landfill.
More information: www.blueplanet.asia
About Novo Holdings
Novo Holdings is a global holding and investment firm responsible for managing the assets and wealth of the Novo Nordisk Foundation. With a mission to improve global health outcomes and advance environmental sustainability, the firm invests across life sciences, infrastructure, private equity, real estate, and emerging technologies. Novo Holdings is the controlling shareholder of Novo Nordisk A/S and Novonesis A/S and manages a portfolio valued at EUR 142 billion as of 2024. Through its Planetary Health, Asia, Seed, Venture, and Growth investment teams, it continues to accelerate solutions that contribute to a healthier, more sustainable planet.
More information: www.novoholdings.dk
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