Footprint specializes in plant-based fiber solutions to replace rigid plastics in food packaging. With a focus on freezer, microwave, and oven-safe applications, Footprint’s mission is to remove plastic from food-contact materials, creating packaging that is fully biodegradable The company's patented technologies provide moisture and oil resistance, extending the shelf life of frozen goods from 12 to 18 months.
Standing Ovation is a French Startup pioneering a breakthrough precision fermentation process to produce non-animal-based proteins like casein, an essential component of milk protein. This innovative method preserves the nutritional, functional, and taste qualities of animal proteins, all while significantly reducing the environmental impact.
Formo is a startup focusing on creating animal-free cheese through precision fermentation. The process utilizes koji, a fungus traditionally found in fermented foods like soy sauce and miso. Precision fermentation, the cornerstone of Formo’s approach, requires significantly less energy and fewer resources than conventional dairy farming.
Pectcof is an innovative startup that transforms coffee pulp biomass, a byproduct of post-harvest coffee processing, into valuable bio-based materials. The company's flagship product, Dutch Gum®, is a groundbreaking hydrocolloid (thickening agent) that modifies textures, viscosities, and product stability, making it ideal for use in plant-based foods.