Last updated 2026-07-26
- Went public on TASE (HMGS), Feb 2021
- Raised $27M Follow-on PO led by pension funds, Feb 2021
- Raised $9.9M Series E led by Closed Loop Partners, Mar 2023
Total raised
$53.6M
Last: Public Offering 2021-02
Stage
Public
Founded
2012
Headcount
70
HQ
Beit Yanai, Israel
Sector
Energy Tech
About
HomeBiogas is an Israeli clean technology company that designs and commercializes household-scale anaerobic digestion systems. These systems convert organic waste, such as animal manure and food scraps, into biogas for clean cooking fuel and nutrient-rich bio-fertilizer. The company aims to provide sustainable, off-grid energy solutions, particularly for smallholder farmers and communities in developing regions. HomeBiogas systems are designed to be easy to install and operate, reducing reliance on traditional biomass fuels and mitigating greenhouse gas emissions. The company also offers Bio-Toilet variants that convert human waste into energy and promote clean sanitation. HomeBiogas operates in over 100 countries and is publicly traded on the Tel Aviv Stock Exchange.
Funding history · 10 rounds · $53.6M total
2023-03
E Round
$9.9M
★ Closed Loop Partners
2021-02
Follow-on PO
$27.0M
★ pension funds★ Provident funds★ insurance companies
2020-11
D Round Extension
$4.8M
2020-09
D Round Extension
Undisclosed
2020-03
D Round
$4.5M
2018-08
C Round
$5.0M
★ ENGIE New VenturesClosed Loop Partners
2018-05
Grant
$180K
★ European Horizon 2020 (Consortium program)Consortium programEuropean Horizon 2020European Horizon 2020 Consortium program
2017-11
B Round
$514K
★ Kickstarter
2017
Grant
$1.7M
★ European Horizon 2020 SME Phase 2 program
2015-11
A Round
Undisclosed
★ Indiegogo★ Indiegogo backers★ Individual backers via Indiegogo
Headcount over time
From 17 (2018-09) to 74 (2026-03) · +57 (+335%) · 59 points · source: Finder history + radar grounding
Q&A
- When did HomeBiogas go public and on what exchange?
- HomeBiogas went public on the Tel Aviv Stock Exchange (TASE) in February 2021, raising $30,550,000.
- What was HomeBiogas's valuation at the time of its public offering?
- In February 2021, HomeBiogas had a valuation of $94,000,000 during its public offering.
- Has HomeBiogas raised any capital since its IPO?
- Yes, in March 2023, HomeBiogas completed a PIPE (Private Investment in Public Equity) round, raising $10,000,000. Closed Loop Partners was a lead investor in this round.
- What is HomeBiogas's primary business activity?
- HomeBiogas develops and sells anaerobic digesters that convert organic waste into methane gas for cooking fuel and liquid fertilizer. They also offer Bio-Toilet variants that convert human waste into energy.
- How many employees does HomeBiogas currently have?
- HomeBiogas has an employee count in the 51-200 range.
- What is the most recent significant partnership or project announced by HomeBiogas?
- In March 2024, HomeBiogas completed the registration of carbon credits under the international Gold Standard, indicating a step forward in their sustainability initiatives.
- What is the company's status regarding B Corp certification?
- In July 2023, HomeBiogas became the first company on the stock exchange to be defined as a B Corporation.
- What is a recent development regarding HomeBiogas's projects in Rwanda?
- In January 2024, HomeBiogas reported a positive signal regarding its project in Rwanda.
Team · 5
Oshik Efrati
Founder · Co-Founder
Erez Lanzer
Founder · Co-Founder
Yair Teller
Founder · Co-Founder
Sectors & technology
Primary sector
Energy Tech
Target customers
Business model
B2BB2CB2GB2B2C
Highlights
Climate Tech1 PatentsVerified
Tags
materialsrenewable-energybiogaswaste-to-energyclimate-techoff-gridenergytechrecyclingorganic-wastesustainable-water-systems
Full data — links, identifiers, deals & radar signals (jobs, patents, research, more)
External links
| Website | homebiogas.com |
|---|---|
| linkedin.com/company/3575821 | |
| facebook.com/homebiogas | |
| YouTube | youtube.com/channel/UC_2lbLBOxZpEDHLEzd1z9vQ |
| instagram.com/home_biogas |
Identifiers & details
| Legal name | HOMEBIOGAS, LTD. |
|---|---|
| Former names | Ecogas Israel |
| Founded | 2012 |
| Employees (exact) | 70 |
| Market cap | $12.3M |
| Status reason | Public on TASE on Feb, 2021 |
Acquisitions & public offerings
| Type | Date | Exchange | Ticker | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| IPO | 2021-02 | TASE | HMGS | $30.6M |
Radar intelligence
Israeli Companies Registrar (רשם החברות / ICA)
| Registrar # (ח.פ.) | 514739325 |
|---|---|
| Status | פעילה |
| Corp type | ישראלית חברה ציבורית |
| Incorporated | 2012-02-21 |
| Purpose | לעסוק בכל עיסוק חוקי |
| Liability | מוגבלת |
| In violation (unfiled) | no |
| Last annual report | 2019 |
| Active charges / liens | 0 |
| Registry events | 6 — charge (6) |
| Registered address | 0 בית ינאי |
Recent registry events
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| 2025-09-15 | רישום שעבוד |
| 2025-09-07 | רישום שעבוד |
| 2025-09-02 | סילוק שעבוד |
| 2025-09-02 | סילוק שעבוד |
| 2025-09-01 | סילוק שעבוד |
| 2025-09-01 | סילוק שעבוד |