Epoch Biodesign

Epoch Biodesign is a London-based synthetic biology company founded in 2019.

The company focuses on using AI-designed enzymes to facilitate infinite, virgin-quality recycling of mixed plastics and blended textiles, starting with nylon 6,6. Their mission is to address climate challenges by breaking down complex waste into high-purity chemical building blocks, promoting a circular economy for difficult-to-recycle materials. The company employs a proprietary enzymatic biorecycling process that deconstructs plastic waste at the molecular level, producing recycled nylon 6,6 that matches the quality of virgin plastic. Epoch Biodesign serves B2B clients across various industries, including apparel, automotive, and packaging, providing sustainable materials and low-carbon chemical building blocks. With a team of around 32 scientists and engineers, the company is building a multi-tonne demo facility aimed at scaling production to 150 metric tonnes annually by 2026.