TOKYO, Nov. 19, 2024 — Asahi Group Holdings, Ltd. announces its new Sustainability Growth Platform, beginning with The Challenge (Environment)—a global initiative seeking startups and scaleups to develop innovative environmental solutions. This aligns with Asahi’s 2040 net-zero value chain goal.
Drahomira Mandikova, Asahi Group Holdings’ Chief Sustainability Officer, stated that Asahi’s commitment to sustainability is demonstrated by The Challenge and its focus on impactful partnerships. The company aims to accelerate sustainable progress through collaborations with innovative startups.
Partnering with Antler Ibex, Antler’s corporate innovation arm, Asahi will use Antler’s network and industry expertise to advance sustainable solutions. Mandikova added that they are prepared to support impactful ideas that advance their net-zero objectives in collaboration with Antler Ibex.
The Challenge (Environment) invites global startups and scaleups to address key sustainability areas, including:
- Sustainable Agriculture & Raw Materials
- Renewable Energy & Efficiency
- Sustainable Packaging & Circular Economy
- Water Conservation & Efficiency
- Sustainable Transportation
- Sustainable Product Design & Market Models
- New Impact Business Models
Nathan Jackson of Asahi Beverages’ Circular Ventures emphasized the importance of venture collaboration, stating that he is inspired by the innovation in the sustainability sector. The Challenge allows Asahi to integrate the best ideas, supporting their sustainability efforts and enabling startup growth. They believe that meaningful change can be achieved collaboratively.
Selected participants will gain:
- Strategic relationships with Asahi, venture capital firms, and industry leaders
- Access to Asahi’s resources, data, and tools
- Potential commercial partnerships to drive sustainable innovation
Baz Saidieh, Global Partner at Antler, highlighted the need for collaboration and innovative thinking to solve global challenges. Antler is pleased to support Asahi’s net-zero journey via its Ibex platform, recognizing the startup and scaleup ecosystem as crucial for success. He emphasized that significant achievements result from collaborative teamwork.
Apply to The Challenge (Environment) here:
Application Deadline: 00:01 GMT, Friday, November 29, 2024
About Asahi Group Holdings
Asahi Group Holdings, Ltd. is a global leader in beer, alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, and food. Our mission is delivering great taste and enhancing enjoyment. Founded in Japan in 1889, the Group is committed to innovation and quality, bringing together iconic brands and brewing expertise worldwide. This includes premium beers like Asahi Super Dry, Peroni Nastro Azzurro, Kozel, Pilsner Urquell, and Grolsch. Our commitment to connecting people for a sustainable future, “Make the world shine,” guides our efforts to create a brighter future. With a global reach in Japan, Europe, Oceania, and Southeast Asia, we provide over 10 billion liters of beverages annually, generating over JPY 2.7 trillion in revenue. Headquartered in Japan, Asahi Group Holdings is listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange (Prime Market: 2502.T).
Contact
Nathan Jackson, Circular Ventures, Asahi Beverages Pty. Ltd.
About Antler Ibex
Antler’s corporate innovation arm, Ibex, is a sector-specific innovation and investment platform. It helps corporations transform their technological development by fostering startup collaborations. Ibex helps corporations manage growth and ensures impactful results from startup partnerships.
Antler is a leading global early-stage investor. The firm focuses on pre-launch ‘Day Zero’ investing, partnering with founders before launch. Antler offers co-founder matching, business model validation, capital, expansion support, and follow-on funding. Antler operates in 27 cities globally, having invested in over 1,300 startups and aiming for over 6,000 by 2030. For more information about Ibex, please see .
Contact
Rike Döpp Bergérus, VP of Global Communications
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