The Sustainable Innovation Accelerator is a 12-month program launched by L’Oréal Groupe in partnership with the Cambridge Institute for Sustainability Leadership (CISL). Its goal is to support startups and scaleups with ready-to-implement sustainable solutions that can deliver tangible, measurable climate impact. This initiative is part of L’Oréal’s broader strategy to drive systemic sustainability innovation across and beyond the beauty industry.
What the program offers
- Access to funding: Part of a dedicated €100M fund over the next 5 years to help scale selected projects.
- Expert mentorship: Guidance from L’Oréal and CISL experts in sustainability, innovation, and scaling strategies.
- Implementation opportunities: Real pilots and integration opportunities within L’Oréal’s global supply chain and with corporate partners.
Focus areas (based on L’Oréal’s sustainability priorities)
- Sustainable and low-impact materials.
- Decarbonization and resource efficiency technologies.
- Circular economy solutions.
- Innovations with positive biodiversity and community impact.
Key facts
- Type: Call / Accelerator
- Duration: 12 months
- Deadline: September 30, 2025
- Funding: Part of a €100M fund (2025–2030)
- Who can apply: Startups and companies with scalable sustainable solutions, with emphasis on attracting participation from Latin America.
- Application: http://spr.ly/60494wLwJ
- Deadline: September 30th