Rubicon, founded in 2008, has raised $272M from investors including Wellington and Goldman Sachs. The Portland–based company provides smart waste management systems using connected bins and a digital platform for governments and industries. Funding supported product development, operational scaling, and market expansion across healthcare, construction, and hospitality. Rubicon became a unicorn in Sep 2017 and continues to optimize waste collection, recycling, and compliance workflows through data-driven and technology-enabled solutions.