Solutions to reduce emissions and help feed the planet’s projected 9.8 billion population in 2050 will need to be increasingly circular so resources are reutilized, and combine supply-side actions, such as efficient production, transport, and processing; alongside demand-side interventions, such as modification of food choices, and reduction of food loss and waste.
MassChallenge believes startups and corporations can help. Startups can play a unique role in bringing new disruptive ideas to the table. Corporations can play a critical role in scaling these ideas and bringing benefits to society quickly. In 2020 a group of leading global food manufacturers and producers partnered with MassChallenge to find and collaborate with startups so that together, they could help feed the planet sustainably. In the challenges first 6 years over 2,300 startups have applied to take part with over 390 of these being connected to our partners. Of these, over half were involved in a detailed follow-up discussion - check the success stories segment.
Startups and Corporate Partners engage together to drive change toward a sustainable world and lead global impact. This Challenge allows them to work together, create a joint pitch, and scale up innovative solutions, faster than they could alone.
All startups participating in the Challenge will get:
We are looking for startups and scaleups that:
NoPalm and BühlerThe partnership between NoPalm Ingredients and Bühler is a testament to the power of collaboration and innovation to drive positive change. |
Floré and dsm-firmenichFloré by Sun Genomics, accelerated their collaboration process with dsm-firmenich following the Sustainable Food Solutions Challenge. |
Applications are open until November 25, 2024.
Info Session on November 18, 5 PM CET, register here.
Any questions? switzerland@masschallenge.org
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