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Applications are currently invited for the PepsiCo Greenhouse Accelerator Programme (GHAC) by March 13. The programme in its third year, invites startups in the APAC region working to advance breakthroughs in the circular economy, climate action and sustainable agriculture, to apply for grants of up to NZ$210,000.

10 finalists can pitch their innovations to executives, venture capitalists and investors, with the winner securing an extra US$100,000 grant.

Alan Choi, PepsiCo SVP and CFO for Asia-Pacific, discusses the company’s focus on sustainability, including its Greenhouse Accelerator program working with APAC startups.

Two Thai startups join the diverse APAC finalists tackling sustainability challenges. AIIEV is revolutionising transportation in Thailand by empowering businesses to achieve sustainability and cost savings through a game-changing subscription model for electric conversions, while CIRAC provides breakthrough technology for recycling one of the most difficult to be recycled packaging waste, aluminium laminated plastic packaging. 

With the growing demand for innovative solutions, PepsiCo’s Greenhouse Accelerator in the Asia-Pacific (APAC) region addresses challenges in the food and beverage industry. Since its launch in 2023, the accelerator has become a key part of PepsiCo’s sustainability strategy (pep+), embedding environmentally conscious practices.

“We are so honored to be selected as the winner of the PepsiCo Greenhouse Accelerator: Juntos Crecemos Edition,” said Azul Couzens, co-founder of ¡Ya Oaxaca! “This program and the mentorship of the PepsiCo team have been invaluable in supporting our business objectives. With the $100,000 grant, we’ll be able to continue our mission of sharing the flavors of Oaxaca through our line of mole sauces, adobos and salsas.”

¡Ya Oaxaca! products, with ingredients sourced and produced in Mexico, capture the bold and diverse flavors of Oaxaca, making it easy to prepare authentic, chef-crafted and all-natural Mexican meals for any occasion. ¡Ya Oaxaca! will receive a $100,000 grant and other resources to scale their operations and grow their business.

Global food and beverage giant PepsiCo has granted the winner of its 2024 GreenHouse Accelerator APAC programme Alterno US$100,000 to develop its thermal energy solution, with an eye on further collaboration with the firm in this area.

PepsiCo unveiled Alternō as the winner of its 2024 Greenhouse Accelerator Program – APAC edition, highlighting the company’s ongoing desire to help foster next-generation solutions for a more sustainable future. The program – in its second year in the region – aligns with PepsiCo’s sustainability strategy (pep+) and aims to inspire change in the F&B industry through collaboration and innovation.

Today, PepsiCo announced the eight finalists chosen to participate in the second year of the Greenhouse Accelerator Program: Juntos Crecemos (Together We Grow) Edition. This edition of Greenhouse Accelerator focuses on elevating high-potential consumer packaged food and beverage brands and products inspired by Hispanic flavors and culture that are better for people and the planet.

PepsiCo has selected eight start-ups for its Greenhouse Accelerator Program, striving for improved sustainability, development and collaboration. The programme, which aligns with PepsiCo’s ‘performance with purpose’ mission, focuses on sustainable growth and positive societal impact, with successful firms to be granted US$20,000 to develop innovative business solutions and participate in a five-month mentorship programme.

PepsiCo’s Greenhouse Accelerator Program to accelerate sustainable innovations is providing US$20,000 grants – plus five months of mentorship for startups – for Hispanic-owned businesses in the US. The ‘Juntos Crecemos’ programme – which translates as ‘Together We Grow’ – marks the significant role Hispanic-owned businesses play in the US economy. 

PepsiCo today announced the launch of the second Greenhouse Accelerator program in the Asia Pacific (APAC) region. Following the success of last year’s program, PepsiCo is looking to make an even greater impact on the food and beverage sector in the region by collaborating with and supporting entrepreneurs who are developing innovative solutions in sustainable agriculture, climate action, and the circular economy. 

Following an intensely competitive initiative, PepsiCo (NASDAQ: PEP) is thrilled to announce Powered Carbon as the winner of the inaugural Greenhouse Accelerator Program – APAC Sustainability Edition.

Dubai, UAE – Today, PepsiCo announced the six companies that will be a part of the second cohort of its Greenhouse Accelerator Program: MENA Sustainability Edition, focused on sustainable agriculture.