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Latest #ClimateRising podcast episode from Harvard Business School features Shara Ticku, Co-founder and CEO of C16 Biosciences, discussing how her #biotech #startup uses fermentation to develop #Palmless substitute for palm oil -- while avoiding the climate, biodiversity, and habitat destruction associated with tropical rainforest destruction associated with agricultural palm oil. Learn about her journey from concept to commercialization and the future of #SyntheticBiology in #ClimateTech. Key Takeaways: 1. Environmental Impact: Palm oil production emits 2% of global GHG emissions, more than global aviation. 2. Biotech Innovation: Using microorganisms as factories to produce a palm oil alternative. 3. Market Potential: Palm oil is found in 50% of supermarket packaged goods. 4. Sustainable Solution: C16's Palmless is a scalable and economically viable alternative. 5. Cosmetics then food: Navigating complex buying cycles, supply chains, and traceability issues requires careful product development sequencing. Shara’s Advice for New Entrepreneurs: 1. Explore Interdisciplinary Collaboration: Engage with diverse groups to open your mind. 2. Take Action: Don’t overanalyze; make decisions and adapt. 3. Use Criticism as Fuel: Turn negative feedback into motivation. Listen at https://lnkd.in/e9j8xjQd #PalmOil #ClimateTech #SustainableInnovation #Biotech #SyntheticBiology #C16Biosciences #Palmless #Deforestation #C16Biosciences #HarvardBusinessSchool #Agricultural

Latest #ClimateRising podcast episode from Harvard Business School features Shara Ticku, Co-founder and CEO of C16 Biosciences, discussing how her #biotech #startup uses fermentation to develop #Palmless substitute for palm oil -- while avoiding the climate, biodiversity, and habitat destruction associated with tropical rainforest destruction associated with agricultural palm oil. Learn about her journey from concept to commercialization and the future of #SyntheticBiology in #ClimateTech. Key Takeaways: 1. Environmental Impact: Palm oil production emits 2% of global GHG emissions, more than global aviation. 2. Biotech Innovation: Using microorganisms as factories to produce a palm oil alternative. 3. Market Potential: Palm oil is found in 50% of supermarket packaged goods. 4. Sustainable Solution: C16's Palmless is a scalable and economically viable alternative. 5. Cosmetics then food: Navigating complex buying cycles, supply chains, and traceability issues requires careful product development sequencing. Shara’s advice for new entrepreneurs: * Explore Interdisciplinary Collaboration: Engage with diverse groups to open your mind. * Take Action: Don’t overanalyze; make decisions and adapt. * Use Criticism as Fuel: Turn negative feedback into motivation. Listen at https://lnkd.in/gUzjzzUk #PalmOil #ClimateTech #SustainableInnovation #Biotech #SyntheticBiology #C16Biosciences #Palmless #Deforestation #C16Biosciences #HarvardBusinessSchool #Agriculture #ClimateChange

📢 Excited to share insights from the 5th episode of "A Biotech Solution to Palm Oil Deforestation" on the #Climate_Rising podcast, hosted by Professor Mike Toffel, Faculty Chair of the Business & Environment Initiative at Harvard Business School. In this episode, Shara Ticku, Co-founder and CEO of C16 Biosciences, discusses how her #Startup uses fermentation to create a Palm Oil substitute, tackling #Climate_Change by reducing deforestation and air pollution. Key points include: 🔬 #Healthcare #Commercialization by Engineering Software 🌍 Addressing #Air_Pollution and #Deforestation 💡 #Entrepreneurship and #Innovation 📈 #B2B and #B2C #Marketing and #Sales_Strategies 📊 #Customer_Segmentation for #Revenue_Optimization 🗣️ The role of #Storytelling and #Campaigning in Product Introduction 🎯 #Risk_Management and #Fundraising through #Pitches 🤝 The Importance of #Peer_Founders and Learning from #Competition 🌏 #Corporate_Responsibility in Ensuring #Palm_Oil_Sourcing is free from deforestation impacts #Sustainable_Agriculture #Palm_Oil #Climate_Tech #Genetic_Engineering #Problem_Solving Listen to the full episode here 👇 https://lnkd.in/ddbFPJuF

The third #masterclass of the #ClimateNinja program with The Sustainability Mafia was nothing short of inspiring! Sudhir Kumar Pasupuleti , Co-Founder and CEO of Algrow Biosciences, took us on an incredible journey into the world of #MicroAlgae. Sudhir’s enthusiasm was contagious as he seamlessly balanced discussions on both science and business. He patiently answered every question we threw at him, and his insights were both thought-provoking and motivating. We explored the potential of Blue-Green Algae as a future source of protein and carbohydrates, and dug deep into the possibilities around genetically modified foods. What really stood out was the discussion around the ethics and policy challenges associated with #SynBio, sparking conversations about how we can navigate these complex waters responsibly. A key lesson? Sudhir’s advice: "Explain your business simply enough for a 5-year-old to understand." This really struck a chord with me. No matter how advanced our ideas, clear communication is essential, especially when addressing issues like #ClimateChange. The session was a powerful reminder that solving these challenges requires diverse skill sets—from scientists to business professionals—working together to create real, sustainable solutions. #Sustainability #Entrepreneurship #Innovation #CircularEconomy #ClimateAction #GreenTech #SynBio

Super exciting news! 🎉 The European Union has committed €50 million to aid startups and small businesses in scaling their #AlternativeProteins production over 2024. This includes solutions like #PrecisionFermentation.   We are thrilled our efforts to raise awareness on #Fermentation-enabled foods is paying off, and that policymakers see the potential of alternative proteins to address climate change and help to reduce antibiotic use as outlined in the article below. Thanks to #DGRTD who have been super supportive in making this change happen.   We hope that EU funding will lay the ground for supportive frameworks to ensure that we can boost our industry, including via the upcoming Protein and EU #Biotech and Biomanufacturing strategies in Q1 2024.   Get the details from the full article below 👇 https://lnkd.in/gjK3k-PM

We hear a lot about national regulations that are driving change on farms to improve water quality and to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. But the drivers for change are also coming from much further away. In this episode of our new podcast series, we hear about the influence of international trade deals and expectations of governments and consumers in Europe, which tends to lead and influence public opinion in other markets. We’ll also hear about technology as a driver for change, and the possible impact of alternative proteins on New Zealand’s dairy sector. Consumer demand for non-animal and low-footprint protein is also likely to drive change, and we’ll hear about the exciting potential of producing protein from pasture. Speakers: Tiffany Tompkins ( Organics Aotearoa New Zealand (OANZ) ), Jon Manhire ( The AgriBusiness Group, New Zealand ), Chris Lewis (BakerAg )

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The investor landscape around cultivated meat may look challenging, but I feel confident about the future. In just a few short years, we’ve achieved remarkable milestones, including securing 4 regulatory approvals and advancing tech across the entire pipeline—from cell isolation to large-scale production. With over 100 companies driving innovation, this is an exciting time for the industry. The academic world is only just starting to catch up, but the groundwork has already been laid. This is a market primed for growth, and we’ve only scratched the surface. 🌍 Let’s not lose confidence—let’s keep investing in a more sustainable future! #CultivatedMeat #SustainableFood #FoodTech #Biotechnology #InvestmentOpportunities

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🗞 Here is a great read to end the week! 🍔 In this insightful article, Lena Brüggen, from leading AgriFood VC Astanor Ventures, beautifully summarized why we need to diversify fat production and what technologies are currently available. 🌴 Oilseeds driven by palm oil are the 2nd biggest cause of tropical deforestation 🍕 Current plant-based oils mainly do not serve needed functionalities and consumer health The technologies to find solutions are available and out there, albeit not free from scalability challenges, and #precisionfermentation is one of the most promising. 🔽 Link in the comments section, read to learn about new #sustainablefat solutions. Thank you, Lena Brüggen, for including us in the companies to watch in the space.