The accelerator is operated in partnership with the Cambridge Institute for Sustainability Leadership (CISL). Selected companies will participate in a custom acceleration program of up to 12 months, supported by CISL’s extensive global network of over 40,000 professionals and deep expertise in sustainable business development. The partnership aims to co-create the future of sustainable beauty.
Ezgi Barcenas, Chief Corporate Responsibility Officer at L’Oréal Groupe, commented: “As we work with our ecosystem to pave the way for a more sustainable future, we know that we have to be even more intentional in seeking, advancing and scaling pioneering solutions. We are looking forward to collaborating with a growing number of innovators and problem solvers worldwide.”
James Cole, Director of Innovation at CISL and Executive Director of Canopy, added: “In today’s rapidly changing world, collaboration is key to driving meaningful progress. We are thrilled to partner with L’Oréal on this important initiative, leveraging our combined expertise to source and accelerate commercially relevant solutions for the challenges facing the beauty industry and beyond.”
