Archive · 19 Sep 2025
Indian Startups Navigate Funding Challenges in Sustainability
Several Indian startups are working on sustainability, like Smart Joules, which helps businesses use less energy, and Bluencore Games, which creates games about nature and conservation.
These companies often have trouble finding investors because it's hard to measure the impact and returns from their work.
A company called cKinetics helps these startups by connecting them with investors, helping with business plans, and supporting them in various ways.
Both Smart Joules and Bluencore have found success with the help of cKinetics.
Smart Joules has saved a lot of energy for factories and hospitals, while Bluencore's game, Biomes of Nilgiris, teaches people about ecosystems.
The startups show that with the right support, it is possible to have a big impact.
Indian startups like Smart Joules and Bluencore Games are working on sustainability.
Smart Joules helps reduce energy consumption in businesses.
Bluencore Games uses games to educate people about conservation and the environment.
cKinetics provides support and funding for sustainability startups.
These startups have found success by combining purpose and strong business foundations.
- Who
- Smart Joules, Bluencore Games, cKinetics
- What
- Sustainability startups in India face funding challenges.
- When
- Smart Joules began in December 2014, Bluencore Games in 2023.
- Where
- India
- Why
- To reduce energy waste, promote conservation, and address sustainability challenges.
- cKinetics Founded
- 2010
- Smart Joules Founded
- December 2014
- Bluencore Games Founded
- 2023 (Incorporated Sept 2024)
- Smart Joules CO2 Abatement
- ~170,000 tonnes
- Bluencore Game Debut
- War of Atraxia
- Biomes of Nilgiris Playtests
- Over 200 in-person