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Circle Gas

Circle Gas is a UK-based energy access company focused on providing clean cooking solutions to low-income households in sub-Saharan Africa, particularly in Tanzania and Kenya.

Funding reportedLast round: Corporate round

UtilitiesUnited Kingdom

About Circle Gas

Circle Gas is a UK-based energy access company focused on providing clean cooking solutions to low-income households in sub-Saharan Africa, particularly in Tanzania and Kenya.

The company replaces traditional fuels like charcoal, kerosene, and wood with affordable Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) through a pay-as-you-go (PAYG) system. This innovative approach utilizes IoT-enabled smart meters, allowing customers to purchase small amounts of gas via mobile wallets, making it easier to access clean energy without high upfront costs. Founded in 2018, Circle Gas aims to make clean cooking more accessible and affordable for families in developing regions. The company has developed a vertically integrated model that combines technology, logistics, and gas distribution. Their proprietary NB-IoT smart meter enables remote payment and gas dispensing, while efficient home delivery ensures convenience for customers. With a commitment to reducing carbon emissions, Circle Gas is actively expanding its services in Tanzania and launching in Kenya in partnership with Safaricom.

What company datasets say Circle Gas raised

Funding, as reported

Reported in all25Min the source's currency
Rounds1
Last roundCorporate round
Last round size25M
Last round dateJan 2020
Investors listed1

Funding filed with regulators

Circle Gas filed 2 raises, $3.0M in all. Filings say how much was sold and to how many investors; they never name the investors.

  1. Dec 2023Amount not statedUK share allotment
  2. Jan 2022$3.0MUK share allotment

Founders and team

From Circle Gas's own website: 8 on the team.

  • Elena LobodinaCircle Gas Chief Executive Officer, Board Member
  • Morten ViktorCircle Gas Chief Technology Officer, Board Member
  • Carey NginiBoard Chairman
  • Martin KimaniBoard Member M-Gas Kenya
  • Michael JosephBoard Member
  • Nick QuintongManaging Director – M-Gas Kenya
  • Peter NdegwaBoard Member
  • Susan GithukuBoard Member

The company, in detail

What they build

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Sector
Utilities
Industry code
NAICS 45721, 334513
Region
England
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