Apply for 2025 APAC
Application Form
Application submissions for the PepsiCo Greenhouse Accelerator: 2025 APAC Sustainability Edition will be accepted from January 9 - March 13, 2025.
FAQs
What are the minimum requirements for applications?
- Pre-revenue up to $7M USD in sales in the last financial year
- Have business operations in one of the participating APAC region markets (China, Singapore, Thailand, Australia, Indonesia, New Zealand, Brunei, Cambodia, East Timor, Fiji, Japan, Korea, Laos, Malaysia, Mongolia, Myanmar, Pacific Islands, Papua New Guinea, Philippines, Vietnam)
- Be willing to work with PepsiCo Greenhouse Accelerator mentors and attend Accelerator events throughout the April to September program
- Agree to the Terms and Conditions
Do you have any key selection criteria you are looking for?
Our selection committee will choose finalists based on the following refreshed criteria:
- Innovation: Across the areas of Circular Economy, Climate Action, and Sustainable Agriculture, we will be looking for specific requirements. Please see Our Focus Areas on the website.
- Partnership: Applicants must have a working prototype, ownable IP and up to $7m in revenue
- Impact: Must be a viable, scalable solution with an impact on PepsiCo’s pep+ goals of RCBR, virgin plastic reduction, recycled content, regenerative agriculture, and/or climate targets.
- Diversity: We are aiming for the cohort to be 50/50 male and female applicants, as well as having balanced geographical diversity.
How does the 20,000 USD grant work?
Each finalist will receive a 20,000 USD equity-free grant. This is a one-time payment and is granted in order to support operations and help launch and/or scale their innovations.
Is there any other cost involved in joining this program?
PepsiCo’s Greenhouse Accelerator program is a no equity, no cash cost program.
However, some startups may need to supplement travel stipends in order to attend certain events and aspects of the program.
How long does the program last?
The 2025 program will launch in April and conclude in September.
Is a pilot guaranteed?
While a pilot is not guaranteed, the program will aim to help you unlock potential pilot and partnership opportunities to test and scale your solution.
Who should I contact with questions?
If you have any questions about the program, application process or more, please contact: info@greenhouseaccelerator.com.
