Swiss startup Jaipur Robotics raises €4.3M seed co-led by EquityPitcher and HTGF to expand AI waste-to-energy OS; eyes India entry

Jaipur Robotics, founded in 2024 by Ermes Zamboni and Nikhil Prakash, specializes in AI-driven computer vision solutions for waste-to-energy (WtE) plants. The recent €4.3 million funding round, co-led by EquityPitcher Ventures and High-Tech Gründerfonds (HTGF), aims to enhance product development and expand into new markets, particularly India.¹²³

The startup's technology addresses significant operational challenges in WtE plants, such as hazardous object detection and optimal waste combustion. According to the company, WtE plants convert non-recyclable waste into energy but face issues like costly shutdowns due to hazardous materials and a lack of specialized operators.

Jaipur Robotics' system utilizes deep learning algorithms to detect oversized and dangerous items in waste piles, achieving a remarkable 99% accuracy in identifying hazardous materials. The company reports that its technology can lead to over €1 million in added value per plant annually by optimizing waste mixing and reducing unplanned shutdowns by more than 80%.

With a focus on expanding its international presence, Jaipur Robotics plans to establish an Indian legal entity by the end of 2026, tapping into a WtE market valued at $1.56 billion in 2025. The startup's systems currently analyze over 5 million tonnes of waste annually across more than 35 facilities in Europe, leveraging the largest European WtE dataset of over 50 million labelled images.⁵