West Cork food-to-energy firm MyGug secures €900k in pre-seed funding

The Clonakilty start-up was established by husband and wife, Kieran Coffey and Fiona Kelleher

MyGug, based in Co. Cork, has developed a micro-scale anaerobic digester that turns food waste into a green renewable energy source. Pictured is Fiona Kelleher, co-founder and CEO, MyGug.

West Cork food waste company, MyGug has raised €900,000 in pre-seed funding that will help expand its reach across both domestic and international markets. 

Established in 2022, the business specialises in the conversion of food waste in renewable energy for cooking and plant nutrients.