Ficus Capital, the world’s first Islamic Environment, Social, and Governance (ESG-i) venture capital firm, has announced a RM2 million investment in KLEAN, a sustainable recycling business owned by Janz Technologies Sdn Bhd. This funding, through Ficus’s flagship Ficus SEA Fund, aims to bolster KLEAN’s initiatives in container recovery, expand its network of Reverse Vending Machines (RVMs), and enhance its regional operations in Malaysia, Indonesia, Singapore, and Fiji.
KLEAN operates a sophisticated digital container deposit system with AI-based Reverse Vending Technology, encouraging individuals to recycle empty plastic containers. Users are rewarded with points that can be redeemed for various rewards, promoting active participation in recycling efforts. Additionally, KLEAN’s RVMs hold the Global Green Tag Certification, ensuring the highest standards of environmental sustainability and efficiency.
Abdullah Hidayat…
