The Biomimicry Institute has released the 5-year impact report of its Ray of Hope Accelerator program, highlighting the achievements of the program’s startups. The accelerator has distributed $750,000 in funding to 49 startups, with 35% being women-led. The startups are working on solutions to address global environmental challenges, including food security, material development, and renewable energy. Since the program’s inception, the startups have raised over $125 million in funding to scale their solutions. The Ray of Hope Accelerator is open to innovations across industries and geographies, as long as they are science-driven and committed to addressing the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals. The accelerator is supported by the Ray C. Anderson Foundation, which is committed to promoting environmental stewardship and sustainability. The Biomimicry Institute will host a virtual Demo Day on February 12, featuring the 2024 cohort’s startups.
Biomimicry Institute Releases Compelling Report on the Impact of Ray of Hope Accelerator Program
