This startup has raised $19.1 million for its environment-friendly coolers
Vericool, a California based startup, has managed to raise a whopping $19.1 million in funding for its new coolers that are made entirely of plant-based materials. The company hopes to replace plastic coolers with a much greener alternative and has a great track record when it comes to innovation and social justice.
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