{"id":82,"date":"2021-04-01T00:00:00","date_gmt":"2021-04-01T00:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/markupbackup.wordpress.com\/2021\/07\/21\/durians-daily-224-carnot-innovations-is-building-a-better-world-pomelo-sows-its-seeds-in-the\/"},"modified":"2021-08-03T08:56:40","modified_gmt":"2021-08-03T08:56:40","slug":"durians-daily-224-carnot-innovations-is-building-a-better-world-pomelo-sows-its-seeds-in-the","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dailymarkup.com\/?p=82","title":{"rendered":"Daily Markup #224: Carnot Innovations is building a better world; Pomelo sows its seeds in the Philippines; Fabelio on making a home sweet home"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><strong>Smart science<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>500-backed <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carnot-innovations.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Carnot Innovations<\/a> has been featured by Hive Life as one of the <a href=\"https:\/\/hivelife.com\/sustainability-startups-trends\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">sustainability startups to watch out for<\/a> in Hong Kong.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<figure class=\"wp-caption\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-width=\"1600\" data-height=\"960\" src=\"https:\/\/dailymarkup.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/img_60f7da89827c9.jpg\"><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Credit: Carnot Innovations<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<ul>\n<li>When it comes to building maintenance, the standard practice is to be preventative, which involves regular checks and replacements of machine components. Due to the imprecise nature of the preventative method, businesses could end up paying for excessive maintenance or fail to detect equipment malfunctions until scheduled checks.<\/li>\n<li>In comes Carnot, one of the startups working on making smart buildings a reality. Instead of \u2018preventative maintenance\u2019, the Internet of Things (IoT) and automation technology has made \u201cpredictive maintenance\u201d possible.<\/li>\n<li>Sensors track a machine\u2019s condition in real-time, measuring for warning signs. This data is then analyzed and the resulting diagnosis predicts when a machine might fail and suggests how to maintain it. This way, maintenance work can be performed before breakdowns happen, when it is actually needed.<\/li>\n<li>Read the full feature on Hive Life <a href=\"https:\/\/hivelife.com\/sustainability-startups-trends\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">here<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>In a timely fashion<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>500-backed fashion startup <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pomelofashion.com\/my\/en\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Pomelo<\/a> has arrived in the Philippines with a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.zalora.com.ph\/women\/clothing\/pomelo\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">localized online store<\/a>, coinciding with the brand\u2019s eight-year anniversary.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<figure class=\"wp-caption\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-width=\"778\" data-height=\"519\" src=\"https:\/\/dailymarkup.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/img_60f7da8a440eb.jpg\"><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Credit: Clozette<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<ul>\n<li>According to the startup, monthly orders from the Philippines currently account for around 10% of total orders. Currently, the brand\u2019s listing on Zalora Philippines has amassed more than 100,000 unique orders from locals.<\/li>\n<li>The Philippines\u2019 online store will carry Pomelo\u2019s exclusive collaborations including the brand\u2019s new Spring\/Summer 2021 Collection. The store will also feature the brand\u2019s cashback reward and loyalty program, \u2018Pomelo Perks.\u2019<\/li>\n<li>As part of its digital expansion, the launch will help the brand strengthen its presence in Southeast Asia and increase its market share in the Philippines. The brand will also launch a flagship store in Malaysia this May.<\/li>\n<li>Read the full story on Retail News Asia <a href=\"https:\/\/www.retailnews.asia\/pomelo-expands-its-online-presence-with-localised-philippines-store\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">here<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Furnishing happiness<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Filippo Lombardi, co-founder and Chief Product Officer at 500-backed home and living e-commerce startup <a href=\"https:\/\/fabelio.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Fabelio<\/a>, was featured in a <a href=\"https:\/\/open.spotify.com\/episode\/2TPi987HqaOMuG2BHqkLQJ?si=o1yv7kpWQwWwwyu5ngiVyw\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">WeTalk podcast<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<figure class=\"wp-caption\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-width=\"1280\" data-height=\"720\" src=\"https:\/\/dailymarkup.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/img_60f7da8af3eac.jpg\"><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Credit: WeTalk<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<ul>\n<li>Fabelio is a design-centric e-tailer based in Indonesia, partnering with local designers to create original designs. It also works closely with the factories to ensure good-quality products are produced at affordable prices.<\/li>\n<li>Filippo characterizes the startup as having an \u201cobsession with customer experience\u201d, with the aim of going beyond being seen as an e-commerce company. Ultimately, it aspires to be the one-stop destination for home and living in Southeast Asia.<\/li>\n<li>Listen to the full interview <a href=\"https:\/\/open.spotify.com\/episode\/2mnwh6mRiPReb4FfloeQQh?si=qudr5LM3TwmHpD_relrFrw\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">here<\/a> and check out other 500-backed startups <a href=\"https:\/\/open.spotify.com\/episode\/2mnwh6mRiPReb4FfloeQQh?si=qudr5LM3TwmHpD_relrFrw\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">HappyFresh<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/open.spotify.com\/episode\/7B5ybDQJFCin4bB8dl1rtv?si=1shX50zMQbyHXXdvixfHwg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">mClinica<\/a> in previous episodes.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr>\n<p><strong>Missed out the last Daily Markup? Go <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/dailymarkup.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>here<\/strong><\/a><strong> to check it out.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>You can also find us on <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/company\/500-durians\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>LinkedIn<\/strong><\/a><strong>, <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/500durians\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Facebook<\/strong><\/a><strong>, <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/500Startups_SEA\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Twitter<\/strong><\/a><strong>, and <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/500durians\/?hl=en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Instagram<\/strong><\/a><strong>.<\/strong><\/p>\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" data-width=\"400\" data-height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/dailymarkup.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/img_60f7da8b442e9.jpg\"><\/figure>\n<p>500 Startups is a venture capital firm on a mission to discover and back the world\u2019s most talented entrepreneurs, help them create successful companies at scale, and build thriving global ecosystems. In Southeast Asia, 500 Startups invests through the pioneering 500 Southeast Asia family of funds. The 500 Southeast Asia funds have backed over 240 companies across multiple sectors from internet to consumer to deep technology. It continues to connect founders with capital, expertise and powerful regional and global networks to help them succeed.<\/p>\n<p><em>This post is intended solely for general informational or educational purposes only. 500 Startups Management Company, L.L.C. and its affiliates (collectively \u201c500 Startups\u201d) makes no representation as to the accuracy or information in this post and while reasonable steps have been taken to ensure that the information herein is accurate and up-to-date, no liability can be accepted for any error or omissions. All third party links in this post have not been independently verified by 500 Startups and the inclusion of such links should not be interpreted as an endorsement or confirmation of the content within. 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