The Mills Fabrica

We are excited to announce that we will be hosting our first Agrifood Social in London, which will bring together our valued #Agrifood and #Foodtech communities for an evening of networking, connection and of course drinks at Old Street’s experiential cocktail bar, The Alchemist. This will be a great opportunity to connect with likeminded individuals within the field and we invite you to join us and to pass along the invitation to anyone else in your network who may also be interested in attending! 📆 Wednesday 23rd of October 🕕 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM 📍 The Alchemist, 145 City Rd, London EC1V 1LP RSVP: https://lu.ma/mbaikx5j #TheMillsFabrica #Innovation #Sustainability

We are pleased to support the '2024 Cyberport Venture Capital Forum,' themed ‘Innovation Challenger: Building New Venture Visions,' scheduled to take place on October 24-25 at Cyberport Hong Kong. The event will include keynote speeches, innovator showcases, start-up power pitches, investor matching, start-up clinics and workshops, aimed at promoting project collaboration and financing opportunities for start-ups comprehensively, while also expanding professional networks. Don't miss out!

#TheEarthshotPrize is centred around 5 earthshots and every year, one winner per earthshot is awarded £1million to scale their solutions. As a proud Official Nominator again for 2025, we are searching for the environmental solutions that show the greatest potential to scale to achieve these earthshots. Here, we will be deep diving into what each of them entail in more detail. The first #Earthshot is: Protecting and Restoring Nature and focuses on 3 main areas of interest: 👉 Protecting areas of high biodiversity such as forests, wetland, peatlands and wildlife corridors  👉Restoring damaged ecosystems  👉Feeding people while protecting nature If you are an environmental innovator, entrepreneur, activist or leader working within this area, submit your entry by November 27, 2024: https://lnkd.in/ePFbddmp Credits: The Earthshot Prize 2024 Finalist Altyn Dala Conservation Initiative #TheMillsFabrica #EarthshotPrize2025 #OfficialNominator #ProtectandRestoreNature 

Preserving our environments with Mango Materials! 🌏✨ Have you ever thought about the origins of your plastic products? The fact is, over 90% of global plastics are made from virgin petroleum, contributing to greenhouse gas emissions and environmental challenges. That’s why The Mills Fabrica supports innovative startups like Mango Materials, paving the way towards sustainability. 🌏 Mango Materials offers a groundbreaking solution: PHA biopolymers, a biodegradable alternative to traditional plastics, which can be used to produce goods that safely decompose in marine environments, helping to combat microplastic pollution and reduce waste. In 2023, Mango Materials partnered with brands like Allbirds to create the world’s first net-zero carbon shoe, showcasing the remarkable versatility of their materials. Discover how visionary startups are reshaping the future in our #2023ImpactReport: https://lnkd.in/gigbrW-H 📥 #TheMillsFabrica #MangoMaterials #Sustainability #NextGenerationMaterials 

We recently had the privilege of co-hosting an exclusive after-hours event together with FoodLabs and Clay Capital, as a celebration for World Agri-Tech and Future Food-Tech in London. 🇬🇧 We couldn’t have been more pleased to bring together such a diverse community of investors, founders, and corporates, all committed to advancing climate-resilient, sustainable practices across the food supply chain. Huge thank you to Valeria Do, Darius Zarrabian, Till Hoelzer and Alexandra (Ali) Morrow for making this happen and stay tuned for more of our upcoming plans within the agrifood space! #FoodTech  #AgTech #FutureofFood #London

𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐌𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐬 𝐅𝐚𝐛𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐚 𝐖𝐢𝐧𝐬 𝐓𝐰𝐨 𝐏𝐑 𝐀𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐝𝐬 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐅𝐚𝐛𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐚 𝐗 𝐈𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞     We are excited to share that The Mills Fabrica has been awarded the Best PR Campaign - ESG (Gold) and Fashion & Beauty (Bronze) by MARKETING-INTERACTIVE magazine for its Fabrica X Impact Retail initiative. This recognition reflects our strong commitment to sustainability through innovative experiences to the general public, and in bringing innovations for good into our everyday lives.      Fabrica X is a pioneering sustainable impact retail store showcasing eco-friendly fashion and food tech brands, supplemented by exhibitions on sustainable topics. It symbolizes our dedication to driving positive industry change through sustainability integration, inspiring others to adopt eco-friendly practices and in rethinking our consumption behaviors.      At Nan Fung Group, we view sustainability as an ongoing journey requiring innovation and collaboration—winning these awards reaffirm our dedication to our mission. Looking ahead, The Mills Fabrica will continue pushing boundaries, accelerating the growth of innovations, and spearheading sustainability efforts within the techstyle and agrifood industries.    #TheMillsFabrica #FabricaX #BestPRCampaignInESG #SEWIT #ESG #Sustainability #Innovation #ImpactRetail #PRAwards2024 

Join this seminar hosted by HKRITA - The Hong Kong Research Institute of Textiles and Apparel Limited to explore the latest advancements in textiles, and more!

The fashion industry, recognized for its significant environmental impact, is in urgent need of innovative solutions that can pave the way for a more sustainable future. Our Techstyle For Social Good TechStyle Special Prize Winner, AIPER (AIPER), is leading the charge by transforming agricultural by-products into sustainable biopigments. Through a precisely controlled fermentation process that utilizes agricultural waste, AIPER exemplifies the potential of advanced biotechnology to shape the future of fashion and beyond. "Our mission is to promote sustainability and reduce the carbon footprint of the fashion industry, while increasing the efficiency of dyeing processes and reducing production costs with low-impact technologies and promoting the circular bioeconomy. " founder of AIPER, Ailton shared. As we commemorate their achievement, we are proud to empower the next generation of changemakers and support visionary projects through our pioneering network and startup ecosystem. Innovate360 PANGAIA #TechstyleForSocialGood #sustainability #techstyle #agrifoodtech #challenge #student #competition #TheMillsFabrica #innovations #technology #social #environment

Last year our portfolio companies Circ® and Colorifix were selected as Finalists for the #EarthshotPrize and we are honoured to be working as Official Nominators for the upcoming 2025 period again. The Earthshot Prize was created by Prince William back in 2020 to address the huge strides in repairing the planet that needed to be made before 2030. We are now halfway through this critical time path, and we are looking for all the change makers and innovators who are providing the solutions, which the Earth so urgently requires. The challenge is based on 5 Earthshots, which are simple but ambitious and universal goals for 2030 that, if achieved, will repair the planet before irreversible damage occurs. To find out more and to submit your entry by November 27, 2024 visit: https://lnkd.in/ePFbddmp   #TheMillsFabrica #OfficialNominator #ProtectandRestoreNature #CleanOurAir #ReviveOurOceans #BuildaWasteFreeWorld #FixOurClimate 

In a time when sustainable food production is of paramount importance, the challenge of nourishing a growing global population while conserving our planet's resources is profound. Addressing the environmental consequences associated with traditional sugar production and the limited market potential of naturally-derived sugar alternatives, our Techstyle For Social Good Agrifood Tech Grand Prize Winner, MadeSweetly, has proposed an innovative approach: converting surplus fruits into delectable and nutritious snacks. This initiative not only mitigates waste but also provides a healthful option for consumers, representing a win-win scenario for both environmental sustainability and public health. "Our technology is rooted in sustainability. The circular economy model not only makes our sweet proteins affordable but also sets a new standard for eco-friendly ingredient production." said Alicia, founder of MadeSweetly. As we commemorate their remarkable achievement, we remain committed to empowering the next generation of changemakers and supporting such visionary projects through our pioneering network and startup ecosystem. Innovate360 PANGAIA #TechstyleForSocialGood #sustainability #techstyle #agrifoodtech #challenge #student #competition #TheMillsFabrica #innovations #technology #social #environment