Australian Startups Shine in PepsiCo's Greenhouse Accelerator Program
Key Ideas
- Two Australian startups, Calyx.eco and Endua, have been selected as finalists in PepsiCo's 2025 Greenhouse Accelerator Program for their innovative sustainability solutions.
- The finalists will receive grants, access to resources and experts, and the opportunity to pilot their innovations, with the winner receiving an additional grant.
- The program focuses on promoting regenerative farming, enhancing soil efficiency, and scaling low-carbon packaging and logistics in the Asia Pacific region.
- PepsiCo's Greenhouse Accelerator Program has supported 112 companies globally, with around 80% securing further funding after participation.
Two Australian startups, Calyx.eco based in Sydney and Endua from Brisbane, have been named among the 10 finalists in PepsiCo's 2025 Greenhouse Accelerator Program for Asia Pacific. Calyx.eco provides data-driven insights into supply chain environmental impacts, while Endua is working on on-site green hydrogen production for sustainable energy solutions. Both CEOs expressed gratitude for the opportunity to scale their efforts and make a positive impact on sustainability. The finalists will each receive a grant of AUD $31,542 and access to PepsiCo's network of experts and resources, with the chance to test their innovations in real-world market conditions. The program focuses on solutions promoting regenerative farming, soil efficiency, and low-carbon packaging and logistics. Anne Tse, CEO of PepsiCo Asia Pacific, highlighted the program's success in addressing urgent sustainability challenges. The finalists from various countries will compete for an additional grant, with the program having supported numerous companies globally, aiding in securing further funding post-program participation.