On September 17th (less than a week away!!!), the Plug and Play Sustainable Future team will host their Batch Kickoff event in Chicago.?? We are excited to have another cross-vertical event featuring the AgTech, Animal Health, New Materials and Packaging, and Food and Beverage verticals. At this event, we will bring together partners, corporates, and our newest batch of startups to kick off our new program– a nine-month initiative focused on fostering increased engagement between corporates and startups. We aim to inspire collaboration between startups and corporations and accelerate sustainable innovation. We can’t wait to connect, engage, and embark on this innovation journey together! Stayed tuned for updates on our exciting Batch Kickoff! ??
Plug and Play New Materials & Packaging
风险投资与私募股权管理人
Sunnyvale，CA 1,699 位关注者
Emphasizing the materials of the future
关于我们
Materials have long maintained a critical relationship with technology, impacting some of the world’s most remarkable achievements. As a result, we classify our various eras by the materials that parallel those times – think back to the Stone Age and Bronze Age. The importance of materials is continuously shifting and being redefined by the needs of modern technology and in doing so, our vertical thrives to emphasize materials of the future. As the ultimate innovation platform, Plug and Play New Materials & Packing, headquartered in Silicon Valley, is rethinking the future of paper, plastic, metals, glass and chemicals. We are not only driven by our passion for materials innovation, but by our awareness of sustainability. We work to solve the problems of tomorrow while preserving the resources of today. Our focus areas include: Plastics & Paper, Metals, Ceramics, Glass, Building Materials, Adhesives & Coatings, Chemicals, Packaging, and Electronics.
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https://www.plugandplaytechcenter.com/industries/new-materials-and-packaging
Plug and Play New Materials & Packaging的外部链接
- 所属行业
- 风险投资与私募股权管理人
- 规模
- 501-1,000 人
- 总部
- Sunnyvale，CA
- 创立
- 2015
- 领域
- material science、new materials、packaging、startups、venture capital、private equity、innovation、corporate innovation和open innovation
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Xampla has partnered with Lehmann Ingredients to expand microencapsulation technology for fortified food and beverages! They are working to eliminate exposure to PFAS chemicals by replacing plastic with edible, vegan materials. This technology reduces the risk of essential nutrients being damaged by pH imbalances, UV degradation, and pasteurization.
Xampla are delighted to announce our new partnership with food manufacturing supplier,?Lehmann Ingredients?to supply our breakthrough microencapsulation technology for fortified food and beverages. "Xampla's innovative encapsulation solution makes for a very exciting addition to our portfolio",?Charlie R. Helgeson-Lehmann. This new partnership enables FMCG brands to fortify their products without costly overage as Xampla's microcapsules protect essential nutrients, such as Vitamin D, from degradation and external factors. Not only does our technology offer superior ingredient protection, but also optimised nutrient delivery with enteric release.
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A sustainable solution-- now at an industrial scale! Check out Fibenol's #LIGNOVA compound for injection molding or extrusion-based sectors to produce different (bio)plastic parts!
?? We're thrilled to announce a new innovative achievement in the field of #biocomposite masterbatches: the first-ever #LIGNOVA lignin (70%) & #PBAT (30%) masterbatch, now available on an #industrial scale! ?? What sets this #innovation apart is the seamless blend of up to 70% LIGNOVA and 30% PBAT marking a significant milestone in the biocomposites industry. The PBAT from BASF Performance Materials is one key ingredient here. It's a sustainable polymer that works perfectly with LIGNOVA lignin, thanks to the expertise of the team at Sustainable Development Group (SDG). "It has been an exciting journey to collaborate with Fibenol on developing this innovative #compound. Our cooperation has been incredibly smooth, and we're very pleased with how everything has progressed. We're proud to have played a key role in the compounding trials and to continue our partnership as the production partner for the commercial launch. We look forward to seeing this product succeed in the market," Jens Vancoppenolle, Sales Manager at SDG. Why LIGNOVA? ?? LIGNOVA lignin has an #EPD-verified carbon #footprint of -1968 kg CO2 eq (with biogenic carbon). ???LIGNOVA lignin is TüV AUSTRIA Group certified: OK compostable HOME, INDUSTRIAL, and SOIL biodegradable. ??Natural scent - ?LIGNOVA has no sulfur smell and authentic brown colure. ?? Market Fit? This solution offers a sustainable alternative for injection molding or extrusion-based sectors to produce different (bio)plastic parts. For example, #biowaste collection bags, agricultural films, or long-lasting products in the automotive industry and various consumer goods. But this solution is an opportunity for the entire biocomposites industry. #woodybiomass #lignin #biocomposites #biodegradable #masterbatch #plasticindustry #biobased #fiberbeyondoil
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For many of our startups, grants have enabled them to grow their products, continue R&D, and have a source of non-dilutive capital. Our batch mentor Emelie Lucas is the go-to grant expert. Emelie has over a decade of experience in grant management, submitted ~800 grant applications, securing approximately $4 billion in federal, foundation, and industry funding. Her grant workshop has helped our startups fine-tune their grant proposals to resonate with funding institutions and answer their various questions on the intricacies of grant writing. We are so thankful to have her expertise-- anyone who has written a grant application knows it is no simple task! Thanks for all you do, Emelie. ??
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Trillium Renewable Chemicals, a batch 13 New Materials and Packaging alumni, is #hiring a Principal Engineer Catalyst. Check out the job description and share it with your network! https://lnkd.in/guCG4-Tv
?? Trillium Renewable Chemicals ?? is #hiring! Apply today using the links below ?? Principal Engineer Catalysis: https://brnw.ch/21wM77u Lead Process Chemist: https://brnw.ch/21wM77v
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??Join TANAKA PRECIOUS METALS America at Plug and Play HQ in Sunnyvale as they host a forum focused on Precious Metals and Beyond. The event features TANAKA's #AuRoFUSE bonding technology and includes networking and lunch. This is a hybrid event. To register, follow the link to the Eventbrite in the comments. ? See you there! https://lnkd.in/e_nEPn7y
Join us for an exciting forum on 9/19 at #PlugandPlay where we uncover the limitless potential of precious metals! Engage with the industry's experts, explore cutting-edge technologies, and unlock new opportunities to elevate your business. This time we will feature our unique bonding technology #AuRoFUSE that is a composition of submicron-sized gold particles and a solvent that creates a bonding material with low electrical resistance and high thermal conductivity to achieve metal bonding at low temperatures. https://lnkd.in/gmXbzn3H #TANAKA #Preciousmetals #Innovation #forum #bondingtechnology
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“This is a story about two Iconic American businesses coming together” is what Mars CEO had to say in a CNBC interview on Mars’ recent purchase of Kellanova. The two snacking giants are joining forces to grow the snacking business and benefit customers worldwide. The Plug and Play team is eager to continue to innovate with Mars, which is set to control 8% of the snack market with this new deal. ?? https://lnkd.in/g6yYyn_9
Snacking is better together! Today we’re excited to announce that we have agreed to acquire Kellanova, a leading global snacking company home to beloved brands like Pringles?, Cheez-It?, Pop Tarts? and Eggo?. Kellanova’s portfolio will perfectly complement the existing Mars Snacking portfolio, which includes billion-dollar brands like SNICKERS?, M&M’S?, TWIX?, DOVE? and EXTRA?, as well as KIND? and Nature’s Bakery?. The transaction combines two iconic businesses with complementary footprints and portfolios of beloved brands with a vision to shape the future of snacking and serve even more consumers across the globe. Just as importantly, the transaction brings together two values-based and purpose-driven businesses with a strong cultural fit, and we look forward to welcoming the Kellanova team to Mars. You can read the full announcement here: https://lnkd.in/ebKF8QR7 #SnackingIsBetterTogether #TomorrowStartsToday #MomentsofEverydayHappiness #Mars #Kellanova
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NIDO Contech is a finalist for the eAwards Spain. NTT DATA Europe & Latam! Congrats on the achievement, NIDO Team! We wish you the best during the pitch in Biblo. #NIDO, #Construction #NewMaterials LORETXU GARCIA Miguel Garcia Karina Gómez
Inventor, Founder&CEO NIDO: R&D startup that creates biotech nature-based materials for the construction industry ??Singularity Nordic??Contech Woman+10 chileans changing the world
Ahhhh!! We made it to the finals of the eAwards Spain. NTT DATA Europe & Latam Seven finalists, and we're heading to Bilbao to pitch... and to eat pintxos. We hope to win the first prize, but honestly, all the finalists are amazing startups, so it's going to be very tough. ?? ?? ?? ?? ?? ???? ?? ???? ?? ?? Ahhhh!! Pasamos a la final de los eAwards Espa?a. NTT DATA Europe & Latam Siete finalistas que nos vamos a Bilbao a dar el pitch... y a comer pintxos. Esperamos ganar el primer premio, pero la verdad es que todos los finalistas somos startups maravillosas, asi que va estar muy difícil. https://lnkd.in/d-zUK4fH
Siete startups finalistas que ponen la tecnología al servicio de la sociedad se disputan los eAwards Espa?a 2024 al emprendimiento
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?? Shoutout to New Materials and Packaging Batch Alumni BioTwin for securing a ￡337,000 grant! We can't wait to see how you use this funding to excel in your business and limit the construction industry's carbon footprint. https://lnkd.in/g6CpH85T
?? Exciting News! ?? BioTwin has been awarded a ￡337,000 Innovate UK Smart Grant to accelerate our low carbon BioStud development! ????? This grant, plus additional investment from SFC Capital, will drive our mission to revolutionise the building materials sector with our hemp-based wall stud. By using hemp fibre, hemp shiv, and sheep’s wool, we aim to cut the construction industry’s carbon footprint. We’re also thrilled to welcome Jane Goddard, Deputy CEO and CMO of BRE, as a trusted advisor. Jane’s extensive experience in sustainable building will be invaluable. ?? Kit Chong, CEO of BioTwin: “This support from Innovate UK validates our BioStud’s potential to transform the construction industry. With Innovate UK and SFC Capital backing us, we’re set to make a real environmental impact.” ?? Stephen Page, CEO of SFC Capital: “BioTwin’s momentum and the Smart Grant convinced us to invest further. We’re excited to see the BioStud reduce the construction industry’s carbon footprint.” ??? Jane Goddard, Deputy CEO and CMO of BRE: “Joining BioTwin as a trusted advisor is an exciting opportunity. Their BioStud technology represents a significant leap in reducing embodied carbon.” Thank you, Jane, Innovate UK and SFC Capital, for your support! Together, we’re building a sustainable future. Full press release at: https://lnkd.in/eMXbivMi #Sustainability #Innovation #Construction #BioTwin #GreenBuilding #CarbonNeutral #Hemp #EcoFriendly #ClimateChange
BioTwin Secures ￡337,000 Innovate UK Smart Grant
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?? Starbucks' new fiber-based cups, created in partnership with Huhtamaki, are here just in time for us to enjoy our favorite ice-cold drinks in the heat of summer! This new pilot between Starbucks and Huhtamaki is part of the coffee giant's ongoing efforts to reduce plastic use in their products. This is particularly exciting, as only 2% of beverages sold in 2023 were from reusable cups. Fiber-based cups are an exciting innovation and we hope to see them spread through the industry! https://lnkd.in/gaxxJ6UT
Starbucks, Huhtamaki partner on compostable cold cup lids
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