EcoNest Philippines

What EcoNest Philippines does

EcoNest Philippines is a privately held sustainable packaging company founded in 2018 by Nikki and Josh, headquartered in Baliuag, Bulacan, Philippines, and operating from its own FarmHub manufacturing facility. The company sells compostable and biodegradable packaging made from regenerative agricultural feedstocks — cassava starch biobags, bagasse (sugarcane fiber) containers, PLA corn cups, birchwood cutlery, and kraft paper packaging — alongside upcycled home essentials from agricultural wastes and ocean-bound plastics. Its technology backbone is built on a core manufacturing and R&D partnership with AKO Packaging Lab, the Philippines' first bioplastic R&D and manufacturing company utilizing regenerative materials, supported by the Department of Science and Technology (DOST), and its products carry third-party certifications including FSC, OK Compost, Din Certco, FDA, and SGS.

EcoNest organizes its offering into three sub-brands: EcoNest Packaging (standard SKU compostable packaging with 2-5 day lead times), EcoNest Design (custom-branded sustainable products with MOQs of 100-5,000 pieces and 25-35 day lead times for corporate giveaways and branded packaging), and EcoNest Home (upcycled home essentials). The business operates a multi-channel go-to-market combining a direct B2B sales motion staffed by EcoPackaging Consultants, an own e-commerce storefront (econestph.com), Shopee and Lazada marketplace listings, and a 'Be a Distributor' reseller program. Its customer base of 2,000+ MSMEs and corporations is concentrated in the Philippines across hospitality, food service, retail, and corporate/events segments.

EcoNest reports cumulative impact metrics of 20M+ single-use plastic units diverted and 400+ tonnes of plastic kept out of waste streams, alongside a social impact program with Scholars of Sustenance that has delivered 5,500+ meals toward a pledged 100,000-meal target. The company remains bootstrapped with no disclosed funding rounds, roughly 6 employees, and no published financials, and has not disclosed revenue. Media features include Tatler Asia (2024), the Dell Technologies Business We Love campaign (2023), South East Asia Today News (2021), Rappler (2020), and ANC 24/7 (2019).

Name

EcoNest Philippines

Legal name

EcoNest Philippines

Website

https://econestph.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2018

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

EcoNest Philippines is a Bulacan-based sustainable packaging company founded in 2018 that designs, manufactures, and distributes compostable packaging — cassava biobags, bagasse containers, PLA corn cups, and birchwood cutlery — through its own FarmHub, AKO Packaging Lab, and DOST partnership, serving Philippine MSMEs and corporations in hospitality, retail, and food service.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Sustainable Packaging

NAICS

Other Paperboard Container Manufacturing (322219), Converted Paper Product Manufacturing (3222)

SIC

Paperboard Containers & Boxes (2650), Papers & Allied Products (2600), Wholesale-Paper & Paper Products (5110)

akta.pro industry

PRIMARYIMALAMAB

Compostable & Bio-Based Packaging (PLA/PHA, Starch Blends, Cellulose Films)

Industrials, Manufacturing & Construction/Packaging & Containers/Sustainable Packaging Solutions

SECONDARYIMAMALAI

Bio-based Packaging Materials (molded fiber, bio-barrier coatings, compostables)

Industrials, Manufacturing & Construction/Paper & Forest Products/Biomaterials & Bio-based Products

SECONDARYIMALABAO

Compostable & Bio-Based Flexible Packaging (PLA, PHA, Cellulose Films)

Industrials, Manufacturing & Construction/Packaging & Containers/Flexible Packaging (Films, Pouches, Laminates)

SECONDARYCRAJAGAK

Compostable & Biodegradable Disposable Supplies

Consumer Products & Retail/Household Products & Cleaning Supplies/Trash Bags, Wraps & Disposable Household Supplies

Keywords

• Compostable packaging
• Bioplastic products
• Sustainable packaging
• Food service containers
• Eco-friendly packaging

Headquarters

HQ city

Baliuag

HQ country

Philippines

HQ region

Asia

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Personnel, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Product Sales (EcoNest Packaging): Sale of compostable packaging products including cassava bags, bagasse containers, corn cups, and birchwood cutlery. Standard SKUs available for immediate purchase with lead time of 2-5 days.
2. Custom Product Sales (EcoNest Design): Bespoke eco-friendly products with custom branding for corporate giveaways and branded packaging. MOQ starts at 1,000-5,000 pcs per item with 25-35 day lead times. Additional one-time printing plate/cylinder fees.
3. EcoNest Home Products: Upcycled home essentials from agricultural wastes and ocean-bound plastics including furniture, dining plates, and home improvement materials.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

EcoNest Philippines manufactures and distributes compostable, biodegradable packaging products made from regenerative materials (cassava, bagasse sugarcane, corn/PLA, birchwood) for businesses in hospitality, food service, and retail, plus upcycled home essentials for consumers. The company offers ready-made SKUs via its e-commerce site and marketplaces, plus custom branded packaging with MOQs of 100–5,000 pieces for corporate clients. Manufacturing is conducted in partnership with AKO Packaging Lab and DOST Philippines.

Product overview

EcoNest Philippines operates as a sustainable packaging company with three main business categories: EcoNest Packaging (ready-made compostable packaging solutions), EcoNest Design (custom branding solutions), and EcoNest Home (upcycled home essentials). The product portfolio centers on regenerative materials including cassava-based biobags, PLA corn cups, bagasse sugarcane containers, kraft paper packaging, and birchwood cutleries. The company offers products for the hospitality, retail, and food industries, with customization options for corporate branding through EcoNest Design. EcoNest partners with AKO Packaging Lab and DOST Philippines for bioplastic R&D and manufacturing.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• EcoNest Packaging: Eco-friendly, compostable packaging solutions including cassava bags, coffee straws, bagasse sugarcane containers designed for businesses transitioning to greener alternatives.
• EcoNest Design
• EcoNest Home

Products and services

• Corn "Maize" Kraft Cups

Quantifiable outcome

• 20 million+ single-use plastic units diverted from waste streams
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• MAD TravelminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 29 September 2024Community partnership for coastal cleanup drives to combat marine plastic pollution. EcoNest participates in beach cleanup events organized by MAD Travel.
• Scholars of Sustenance PhilippinescoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 14 February 2024Social impact partnership for 'Buy a Box, Donate a Meal' program - for every box of sustainable packaging purchased, EcoNest donates one meal to those in need. Goal of 100,000 meals.
• AKO Packaging LabcoreTechnology or IntegrationStrategic partnership with Philippines' first bioplastic R&D and manufacturing company utilizing regenerative materials. Core manufacturing partner for EcoNest products including cassava bags, bagasse containers, and corn materials.
• Department of Science & Technology Philippines (DOST)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerGovernment partnership supporting bioplastic innovations and regenerative material development in Philippines. Provides institutional support for R&D initiatives.
• Philippine Alliance for Sustainable SolutionscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerEcoNest is a member of this alliance working to create a Circular Economy ensuring waste feeds the earth instead of pollutes it. Part of broader climate justice movement.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Emerging players

• GoodStart Packaging: GoodStart Packaging is a smaller, sustainability-focused distributor of compostable and plant-based foodservice products in North America. Comparable to EcoNest as an emerging niche player prioritizing eco-friendly SKUs over commodity plastic lines.
• Greenline Paper: Greenline Paper is an eco-friendly packaging and paper supplier offering compostable bags and kraft alternatives to restaurants and retailers. Comparable to EcoNest as a smaller player focused on plant-based and kraft alternatives for foodservice buyers.

Direct peers

• Vegware: Vegware specializes in plant-based, compostable foodservice packaging including bagasse containers, PLA cups, and wooden cutlery — a near-identical product mix to EcoNest's Packaging and Design lines, serving the same hospitality and food-delivery customers.
• World Centric: World Centric manufactures compostable foodservice packaging (plates, bowls, containers, cutlery) from bagasse, PLA, and other plant-based materials. Comparable to EcoNest in product category and customer segments (restaurants, cafes, corporate food service).
• BioPak: BioPak is a global manufacturer of compostable foodservice and packaging products made from rapidly renewable resources. It is directly comparable to EcoNest as a competing supplier of bagasse, PLA, and kraft-based disposable packaging to hospitality and retail customers.
• TIPA: TIPA develops fully compostable bioplastic packaging films and bags from renewable feedstocks. It is directly comparable to EcoNest's cassava-biobag mailer and shopping bag lines in technology approach (bio-based, home/industrial compostable) and target market (retail and e-commerce packaging).

Broad incumbents

• Novolex: Novolex is one of North America's largest packaging manufacturers with an expanding sustainable foodservice portfolio. Comparable to EcoNest as a wide-portfolio incumbent that competes in compostable and fiber-based packaging categories.
• Pactiv Evergreen: Pactiv Evergreen is a leading manufacturer of foodservice and food packaging including fiber-based and compostable products. It is a broad incumbent competitor to EcoNest in the takeout container and cup categories.
• Sealed Air: Sealed Air is a global packaging giant with sustainability-focused product lines for food and e-commerce. Comparable to EcoNest as a broad incumbent entering the compostable/regenerative packaging space and competing in mailer and protective packaging categories.
• Huhtamaki: Huhtamaki is a major global foodservice and consumer goods packaging company with a growing sustainable/compostable product line. Comparable to EcoNest as a broader incumbent offering overlapping bagasse and fiber-based packaging solutions across Asia-Pacific.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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• Facebookfacebook.com/econestph
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/econestph
• Instagraminstagram.com/econestph
• TikToktiktok.com/@akopackaging.com

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles5 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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