Development of the technology for Zincovery began during Jonathan’s master’s thesis study.
With the assistance of co-founder Professor Aaron Marshall, in two years, the idea has gone from a master’s project to a start-up employing seven people. The innovative tech recycles zinc from galvanised steel five times more efficiently than tradition methods, making it a more environmentally friendly and cost-effective alternative. With a global market opportunity estimated at over $10 billion per annum and several awards under their belt (including the Callaghan Innovation C-Prize in 2020 and KiwiNet’s Breakthrough Innovator Award in 2022) Jonathan is only just getting started.
Check out Jonathan Ring, one of our Innovators profiles in our 150th Alumni Showcase here.
