WasteXpert™

WasteXpert™ is excited to announce a new partnership with the Environmental Innovation Centre (EIC), led by Co-founders and Directors Dr. Terri-Ann Berry and Nigel Benton. Uniting innovation, research, and environmental solutions, EIC is an impartial, independent and science-based consultancy based in Aotearoa New Zealand. With over two decades of combined experience in combating C&D waste, the team are well equipped to provide sound knowledge and advice in this space. Dr. Terri-Ann Berry , Co-Director of EIC says: “WasteXpert are new and exciting and we have been very impressed with their work so far. Diverting construction and demolition waste from landfill aligns with our own goals and we are confident that by joining forces, we can continue to push the envelope on how the industry approaches waste management, ultimately driving toward a circular economy.” Jean-Luc Ellis, Co-Founder of WasteXpert, added: “Our collaboration with EIC dates back to 2023, and formalising this partnership feels like a natural progression. EIC’s decades-long commitment to sustainability and their unique ability to bridge industry, government, and academia will be instrumental in advancing our combine work to reduce waste and promote circularity within the sector.” As part of this partnership, EIC will collaborate with WasteXpert on the technical development of their version two software platform and contribute to various other projects across Aotearoa. Nigel benton Gregor Steinhorn Penny Thomson Joanne Low Logan Soole Max Lawton

WasteXpert™ is thrilled to announce a partnership deal with Seattle-based software company Total Neural Enterprises (Total Neural Enterprises, Inc (tne.ai). Led by a brilliant team of former Microsoft, Intel, and start-up executives, TNE.ai is at the forefront of artificial intelligence development in the United States. Rich Tong, TNE’s Chief Executive Officer, recognises the potential; "WasteXpert has achieved remarkable success in a short period in New Zealand  and we’re eager to collaborate with them to accelerate their growth, to tackle what is a growing, global issue." WasteXpert Co-Founder Jean-Luc Ellis highlights the impact of the partnership, saying, "TNE will help scale our solutions for construction and demolition waste internationally. We're also excited about the potential to apply our technology across other industries." As part of the partnership, TNE will develop WasteXpert's next-generation software platform, which aims to revolutionise the management of construction and demolition waste, both in New Zealand and globally, building on the success of WasteXpert's current software platform, WasteX. In addition to the partnership, WasteXpert™ is seeking an individual investor who shares its vision and values to join the company as it prepares for an international launch in Q3 2025. For enquiries, please contact info@wastexpert.co.nz Logan Soole, Max Lawton, John McQueen, Duncan Ledwith

We're proud to support the launch of WasteHub, a platform designed to simplify construction waste management and make sustainability achievable for everyone. In collaboration with the Environmental Innovation Centre, and with the support of the Plastics Innovation Fund, BRANZ, Marley NZ, and WM New Zealand, WasteHub provides tools like signage, recycler maps, and a comprehensive plastic waste catalog to empower smarter decisions on-site. At WasteXpert, we’re thrilled to have played a role in building and powering this game-changing platform. Explore it today at www.wastehub.co.nz Logan Soole, Jean-Luc, Max Lawton

Thank you to the waste team at Hamilton City Council for hosting us at the Waikato Construction Safety & Well-Being Forum. We were able to share some of the work we are doing on The Waste Project with Sentinel Homes Waikato and Hamilton City Council. It is exciting times for the industry as more companies get on board with sustainable practises in the Construction Industry.

🎉 Exciting News! We’re thrilled to introduce WasteHub! 🌍 Check it out at www.wastehub.co.nz – your one-stop solution for managing construction waste! 🚧 Discover everything you need, including: ✅Clear signage ✅ Waste bags ✅ How-to videos ✅ Recycler maps ✅ A comprehensive plastic waste catalog ✅ Site gallery and much more! This project is proudly supported by the Plastics Innovation Fund, BRANZ, Marley NZ, and WM New Zealand. Special thanks to WasteXpert™ for producing our informative videos with the support of Mitre 10 (New Zealand) Limited Our mission is to make waste management information accessible and easy to understand—and this is just the beginning! We invite you to explore WasteHub and share your feedback with us. We are starting with plastic waste streams, with plans to keep developing WasteHub to address other construction wastes such as metal and timber. A huge thank you to the Environmental Innovation Centre team and WasteXpert™ for an excellent collaboration that has brought this fantastic resource to life. Together, we’re paving the way for a more sustainable Aotearoa! 🌏💚 #WasteHub #ConstructionWaste #Sustainability #NZRecycling #EnvironmentalInnovationCentre #EIC

We are looking forward to presenting at the Sustainable Business NetworkNetwork's next Build out waste by design in Tāmaki Makaurau! Tickets are available here: https://lnkd.in/gAcGEFBn

We're thrilled that CIE alumnus Jean-Luc Ellis, co-founder and managing director of WasteXpert™, is a finalist for the prestigious Momentum Student Entrepreneur Award! 🌟 Jean-Luc's start-up, WasteXpert, has been making waves in the construction and demolition industry by reducing waste and minimising environmental impact. Their innovative WasteX platform is set to divert significant amounts of waste from landfills, saving clients money, and paving the way for a more sustainable future. WasteXpert was also a finalist in last year's Velocity $100k Challenge, and we're excited to see Jean-Luc's efforts continue to be recognised.  https://lnkd.in/gvFr86Sx Max Lawton Logan Soole

☕ Your Monday Daily Shot is here! These are five things to know about across startup-land in Aotearoa today: 💫 Highlights from Friday's Icehouse Ventures annual showcase, featuring LanzaTech co-founder Sean Simpson and the eight companies pitching to a room full of investors 🚀 Inside the latest Venture Lab incubator cohort from The University of Auckland 👋 Auror is hiring a financial planning and analysis manager 💁♀️ Women in Tech NZ is screening the popular startup documentary Show Her The Money next month ⚡ Applications for New Zealand’s regional Startup World Cup close this week Creative HQ Details here 👉 https://lnkd.in/g8VrP-rT Robbie Paul Ken Erskine CycleMate Rebecca Clapp Amanda Rauner Glowguard Geofuturo Analytics Ripple AMS Gerald Naepi Sabzika Smartbell Matthew Welcome Katrina Chan Taringa HealthTech Haruna Suzuki-Kerr WasteXpert™ Jean-Luc Ellis Vic Jack

Congratulations to all of the ventures - it’s been amazing seeing all of your developments through VentureLabs. A huge thank you to the Centre for Innovation and Entrepreneurship and all of the staff involved for running this incubator.

WasteXpert™ presented to a full house of budding entrepreneurs today at the Centre for Innovation and Entrepreneurship's new velocity launch program. Entrepreneurs ranged from those doing their doctorates with an idea through to first year students with a company. We shared our challenges, goals, tricks and took questions from the floor. If this bunch was anything to go by, Aotearoa has a very bright future ahead! Please excuse my c-grade photography that I snapped on the way in. Jean-Luc Ellis Max Lawton The University of Auckland UniServices Nova Jackson Judith Marecek Mahesh Muralidhar