About Project Harmless

Project Harmless is a purpose-driven company redefining sustainability with innovative, impactful solutions that address critical environmental challenges.

Our first product, the Harmless Poop Bag, is made from medical-grade, water-dissolvable, non-toxic, and microplastic-free materials, offering a sustainable alternative to conventional dog waste bags.

In 2024, we launched Harmless Réservé, a range of high-quality, plastic-free fashion accessories made from rare, revitalised fabrics and handmade in Scotland. Our latest venture, Harmless Apothecary, offers small-batch skincare products free from harmful ingredients, including “sustainable” palm oil and EDTA, redefining beauty with sustainability at its core.

Recognised as a “Sustainability Entrepreneur of the Year Finalist” at the Great British Entrepreneur Awards 2023 & 2024, we are also proud to be the British Business Bank Ambassador for Scotland 2024/2025.

Project Harmless is driving change with innovative products that challenge industries to rethink their environmental impact. This is just the beginning—join us and be part of the movement.

Press Enquires:

George Greer, Co-Founder (g.greer@projectharmless.com)

About Project Harmless

Project Harmless is a purpose-driven company redefining sustainability with innovative, impactful solutions that address critical environmental challenges.

Our first product, the Harmless Poop Bag, is made from medical-grade, water-dissolvable, non-toxic, and microplastic-free materials, offering a sustainable alternative to conventional dog waste bags.

In 2024, we launched Harmless Réservé, a range of high-quality, plastic-free fashion accessories made from rare, revitalised fabrics and handmade in Scotland. Our latest venture, Harmless Apothecary, offers small-batch skincare products free from harmful ingredients, including “sustainable” palm oil and EDTA, redefining beauty with sustainability at its core.

Recognised as a “Sustainability Entrepreneur of the Year Finalist” at the Great British Entrepreneur Awards 2023 & 2024, we are also proud to be the British Business Bank Ambassador for Scotland 2024/2025.

Project Harmless is driving change with innovative products that challenge industries to rethink their environmental impact. This is just the beginning—join us and be part of the movement.

Press Enquires:

George Greer, Co-Founder (g.greer@projectharmless.com)

Press Mentions


Project Harmless has been featured in major media outlets for its commitment to sustainable fashion, Scottish craftsmanship, and innovative eco-friendly solutions. Explore our latest press coverage below.


Publication Headline Date Link
The National Designers repurpose tartan made for Scotland’s first-ever Commonwealth Games February 2025 Read More
The Herald Project Harmless to tackle fashion industry greenwashing September 2024 Read More
Scottish Financial News Sustainability champion Project Harmless September 2024 Read More
Tide Meet George, Co-Founder of Project Harmless June 2024 Read More
Richard's Blog (Virgin) Meeting exciting start-up founders and visiting Virgin Money May 2023 Read More
Institute of Directors Project Harmless March 2023 Printed
Church Times Edinburgh church’s free biodegradable dog-waste bags are one small step for the planet March 2023 Read More
British Vogue Project Harmless February 2023 Printed
The Times Dog Lover's solution to problem of waste bags December 2022 Printed
BBC News A headache pill inspired my dissolving poo bags December 2022 Read More
The Scotsman Edinburgh venture looking to clean up world with 'eco' dog waste bags secures backing December 2022 Read More
Insider.co.uk Dog poo start-up scoops funding for growth December 2022 Read More
Edinburgh Evening News CIty Startup aiming to clean up with "eco dog waste bags" December 2022 Printed
BBC Radio Scotland Drivetime, with John Beattie - Live Interview December 2022 Unavailable
The People's Friend Eco-friendly Walkies October 2022 Printed
STV News 'Our dog poop bags dissolve in water and will help save the planet' August 2022 Read More
BBC Radio Scotland Mornings, with Stephen Jardine - Live Interview August 2022 Listen
The Scotsman Edinburgh innovator’s harmless dog poo bags set to clean up across the globe June 2022 Read More
Edinburgh Evening News Edinburgh innovator’s harmless dog poo bags set to clean up across the globe June 2022 Read More
The Sun Poo Bag Eco Push June 2022 Printed
American Express UK How Project Harmless is fighting plastic pollution with a little help from American Express May 2022 Read More