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PureGreen’s innovation is a compact, easy-to-install water-saving adapter, available for both showers and sinks, which significantly reduces water and energy use, without sacrificing comfort. By applying the Venturi principle to mix air into the water stream, it maintains the sensation of a strong flow while using much less hot water.
Plastic & Product Recycling BV is a waste processing company that assists businesses in finding the most suitable processing methods for their waste streams, products, and materials. PP-Recycling specializes in the pre-sorting and separation of plastics and have the capability to fully process plastic into recycled grain, which can in a later process be reused to manufacture new products. The companies’ extensive expertise enables the creation of a fully circular supply chain by development of new products consisting of recycled grain.
In a bustling world overwhelmed by quick fixes and fast food, Super Bros emerged in 2019 as a revolutionary force dedicated to transforming dining with a focus on health, accessibility, and sustainability. By championing the UN Sustainable Development Goals, specifically Goals 2 (Zero Hunger), 3 (Good Health and Well-being), 11 (Sustainable Cities and Communities), and 12 (Responsible Consumption and Production), they strive not only to feed communities but to nourish them holistically for a sustainable future. Super Bros not only feeds communities in Amsterdam, the Netherlands, but expanded to further cities in the country, to grow their community. The company's mission embodies the essence of "your daily need" through a practical and inclusive approach to healthy living. Super Bros revolutionizes the dining experience with their innovative take on healthy eating. By offering nutritious meals that are both affordable and accessible, they fill a crucial gap in the market, ensuring that everyone can benefit from nutritious and wholesome food choices. This innovation sprouted from an observation of the unhealthy options prevalent in many food environments, which motivated the founders, Kariem and Ricardo. As Kariem puts it, "They were selling food full of fat, salt, sugar, and there are hardly healthy options. So yeah, there is a big gap which we would like to fill in."
Wilderland is a sustainable Dutch SME that focuses on the production and distribution of resources for native organic food products to combat biodiversity loss and reduce distribution chains. The founders started from scratch, quit their jobs after seeing a sustainability documentary from ‘’Tegenlicht’’, to be independent in pursuing a more sustainable future.
Fink Street Food is the UK's first social enterprise food truck, serving vibrant Middle Eastern-inspired street food while prioritizing social impact. Their innovation lies in integrating a strong social mission with excellent food experiences, using street food as a means of breaking mental health stigma and funding mental well-being initiatives.
There were two innovations that the company had launched. The first is NyiMas Program in collaboration with PT Aneka Tambang Logam Mulia (A gold company in Indonesia) in a program to save waste with gold proceeds. The program was called “NyiMas (Nyimpan Emas or "Saving Gold"). In the program, residents who saved waste regularly for six months would receive their savings in the form of gold. The second program is the Waste Bank Academy Program. According to the CEO, the program currently serves 527 active customers with a service coverage area in East Jakarta. Plastic Smart Cities activities in DKI Jakarta were carried out by Bank Sampah Gunung Emas YPK during the contract period from November 2022 to February 2023. The program consists of socialization and education activities related to urban farming activities, strengthening cooperative institutions and optimizing the activities. Bank Sampah Gunung Emas (Waste to Gold Bank) also actively carries out the education and socialization process regarding waste management in schools in the East Jakarta area. There are 50 schools (from elementary to high school) who are supporting Plastic Smart Cities with a focus on waste management.
HolyWaste breathes new life into discarded temple flowers by transforming them into eco-friendly products like soaps, incense, and compost. This fragrant innovation tackles pollution, empowers rural women, and protects rivers, all while turning spiritual waste into sustainable solutions that advance key UN goals like clean water, climate action, and gender equality.
Plastic pollution is one of the biggest environmental issues our planet is facing today. According to WWF, approximately 700.500 tons of packaging plastic are produced every year, of which only 30% is recycled into new packaging
Since 1950, 75% of all plastic produced has ended up as waste, most of it polluting the environment, even the oceans. About 90% of the marine species studied have been affected by plastic waste, mostly due to entanglement or ingestion.
According to Andrés Mora, CEO of Galaxy Pack, “In Colombia, 30,000 tons of stretch plastic are used, contributing to 81,000 tons of greenhouse gas emissions and costing companies 390 billion pesos.” Faced with this problem and the growing pressure from the market to adopt sustainable practices, Andrés saw a big opportunity to create a company that could offer a more responsible and efficient solution in Colombia. Driven by the environmental impact of traditional plastic and the new demands from customers and regulations, he decided to found Galaxy Pack to develop innovative load-handling solutions and help reduce the environmental footprint.
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La contaminación por plásticos es una de las mayores crisis medioambientales que enfrenta nuestro planeta. De acuerdo con el WWF se calcula que se genera anualmente 700.500 toneladas de envases y empaques plásticos, de los cuales solo el 30% es reciclado en nuevos empaques.
Desde 1950 el 75% de todo el plástico producido se ha convertido en residuos, la mayoría termina en el medio ambiente incluyendo los océanos. Con casi el 90% de las especies evaluadas en la fauna marina que están siendo afectadas por los desechos plásticos que llegan al mar, su mayor afectación se da por enredos o ingestión.
Según Andrés Mora, CEO de Galaxy Pack, “En Colombia se generan 30.000 toneladas de plástico stretch, contribuyendo a 81.000 toneladas de efecto invernadero y 390 mil millones de pesos en costos para las empresas". Ante esta problemática, y frente a la creciente presión del mercado por adoptar prácticas sostenibles, Andrés identificó una gran oportunidad para crear una empresa que ofreciera al mercado colombiano una alternativa más responsable y eficiente. Impulsado por los impactos ambientales del plástico convencional y las nuevas exigencias de los clientes y regulaciones, decidió fundar Galaxy Pack con el propósito de innovar en soluciones para el manejo de cargas y reducir la huella ambiental.
Colombia produces approximately 1.4 million tons of plastic per year, but only 31% is recycled and only 3% is effectively reincorporated in the manufacture of new packaging (CEMPRE, 2024). This reflects an average consumption of 24 kg of plastic per capita, driven mainly by single-use plastics, which account for more than 50% of this waste, including bags, packaging, labels, and straws. Inadequate management of these materials exacerbates the problem: only between 8% and 17% of the total is recycled, while 74% ends up in landfills or directly in the environment. According to Javier Rodríguez, founder and CEO of ListónPlast, “We need to innovate in sustainable plastic materials to comply with the law, reduce impacts, and stand out as responsible leaders.” =============
Colombia produce aproximadamente 1.4 millones de toneladas de plástico al año, pero solo el 31% se recicla y apenas el 3% se reincorpora efectivamente en la fabricación de nuevos envases (CEMPRE, 2024). Esto refleja un consumo promedio de 24 kg de plástico por habitante, impulsado principalmente por los plásticos de un solo uso, que representan más del 50% de estos residuos, incluyendo bolsas, envases, etiquetas y pitillos. La gestión inadecuada de estos materiales agrava el problema: solo entre el 8% y el 17% del total se recicla,
mientras que el 74% termina en rellenos sanitarios o directamente en el medio ambiente. Según Javier Rodríguez, fundador y CEO de ListonPlast, “Necesitamos innovar en materiales plásticos sostenibles para cumplir la ley, reducir impactos y destacar como líderes responsables.”
Globally, carbon dioxide (CO₂) emissions have reached alarming levels, surpassing 36 billion tons annually, intensifying phenomena such as global warming and climate change (World Meteorological Organization, cited in La República, 2022). In Colombia, although the country is not among the world's top emitters, its emissions increased by 9.92% in 2023 compared to the previous year, reaching 100.863 megatons (Datosmacro, 2023).
As a result, Terpel is implementing strategies aimed at promoting sustainable development. Valeria Bernal, head of corporate responsibility, states, “Sustainability goes beyond an altruistic or idealistic vision of saving the world. It means assuming, from within organizations, responsibility for the impacts we directly generate. It also implies reflecting on how we approach and contribute to the environments where we are present.”
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A nivel mundial, las emisiones de dióxido de carbono (CO₂) han alcanzado niveles alarmantes, superando los 36.000 millones de toneladas anuales, lo que ha intensificado fenómenos como el calentamiento global y el cambio climático (Organización Meteorológica Mundial, citado en La República, 2022). En Colombia, aunque el país no figura entre los mayores emisores globales, sus emisiones han aumentado un 9,92 % en 2023 respecto al año anterior, alcanzando las 100,863 megatoneladas (Datosmacro, 2023).
En consecuencia, Terpel se encuentra implementando estrategias orientadas a promover el desarrollo sostenible, tal como lo manifiesta la jefe de responsabilidad corporativa, Valeria Bernal, “la sostenibilidad va más allá de una visión altruista o idealista de salvar el mundo. Es asumir, desde las organizaciones, la responsabilidad por los impactos que generamos directamente. También implica reflexionar sobre cómo abordamos y contribuimos a los entornos donde tenemos presencia”.
Plastic pollution is one of the most significant environmental crises in the world. Every year, more than 430 million tons of plastic are produced globally, two-thirds of which are for single-use (UNEP, 2023). In Colombia, approximately 1.2 million tons are discarded annually (La Nota Económica, 2023). This equates to about 24 kg per person per year (Caicedo, 2024).
According to projections from the OECD, global plastic waste generation could triple by 2060, reaching over 1 billion tons, with less than 20% being recycled and much of it ending up in landfills or leaking into the environment. Without a doubt, plastic pollution is one of the major environmental challenges of the 21st century (Sostenibles, 2022).
In response to this, BioBolsa was founded as an alternative to the environmental problem caused by single-use plastics, the market demands for sustainable and environmentally friendly packaging, and the structural unemployment that significantly affects women who are heads of households. According to Patricia Chacón, Co-Founder, "BioBolsa was born with the idea of addressing an ecological issue to help the planet, to reduce the environmental impact generated by plastic bags. In addition to the labor issue, we see sustainability in these two areas: ecological and social."
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La contaminación por plásticos es una de las crisis ambientales más importantes en el mundo, cada año se producen más de 430 millones de toneladas de plástico a nivel global, dos tercios para uso único (UNEP, 2023). En Colombia, se desechan aproximadamente 1,2 millones de toneladas anuales (La Nota Económica, 2023). Esto equivale a unos 24 kg por persona al año (Caicedo, 2024).
Según proyecciones de la OCDE, la generación mundial de residuos plásticos podría triplicarse para el año 2060, alcanzando más de 1 000 millones de toneladas, con menos del 20 % reciclado y gran parte terminando en vertederos o filtrándose al medio ambiente. Sin duda, la contaminación por plásticos es uno de los grandes desafíos ambientales del siglo XXI (Sostenibles, 2022).
Con ocasión a esto, BioBolsa nace como alternativa al problema ambiental generado por los plásticos de un solo uso, las demandas del mercado sobre la implementación de empaques sostenibles y amigables con el medio ambiente y al desempleo estructural que afecta en gran proporción a mujeres cabeza de hogar. Según Patricia Chacón, Co- Fundadora “BioBolsa nace ligada a la idea de un tema ecológico que ayudara al planeta, que hiciera una reducción en el impacto ambiental que generan las bolsas plásticas, sumado al tema laboral, vemos la sostenibilidad en esos dos caminos: en el ecológico y en el social”.
In a bustling urban landscape like Pune, where growing populations generate mounting waste, one organization has quietly revolutionized how cities deal with garbage. ProEarth ZeroWaste, founded in 2014, is an eco-conscious social enterprise that proves sustainability and social responsibility can go hand in hand. From decentralized composting to school-based environmental education, ProEarth's journey is a shining example of business as an agent of world benefit.
Kanadevia’s Waste-to-Steam (WtS) technology transforms municipal and industrial waste into reliable, low-carbon steam. This innovation helps industries reduce emissions, lower energy costs, and supports UN SDGs such asAffordable and Clean Energy (7), Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure (9), Sustainable Cities and Communities (11), Responsible Consumption and Production (12), and Climate Action (13).
ENKO is a real estate development company based in Tyumen, Russia that provides a full-cycle approach — from project design and engineering to building and commissioning. Its business model integrates coordinated partnership, the company offers a complex of innovations, aligning with several United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The innovations can be divided into two groups: the first group helps with sustainability (SDG 13 –– Climate Action and SDG 12 — Responsible Consumption and Production), while the second group allows for faster construction of houses (SDG 9 –– Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure and SDG 11 –– Sustainable Cities and Communities). ENKO also supports other SDGs like SDG 13 by reducing CO₂ emissions and implementing low-carbon technologies, the company enables scrap separation and uses BIM modeling to optimize resource use and minimize waste (SDG 12), through the use of metal-frame construction, ENKO accelerates industry development (SDG 9) and contributes to SDG 11 by making housing more affordable and fostering inclusive urban development.
Herbaria Modern Botanicals is a Gurgaon-based luxury skincare brand that blends indulgence with sustainability by offering vegan, cruelty-free products in refillable glass and aluminum packaging. By reducing single-use plastic by 97% and promoting responsible sourcing from local farmers, the brand addresses UN SDG 12: Responsible Consumption and Production and SDG 13: Climate Action. Herbaria proves that conscious consumerism and luxury can coexist, contributing to a cleaner planet while supporting local communities.
JanaJal WOW has created IoT-enabled, clean-fuel mobile water ATMs that deliver affordable, safe drinking water directly to underserved communities all over India.
SaafWater is transforming public health technology by making clean water access reliable through its intelligent monitoring system. Its proprietary sensor interface converts traditional pipelines into real-time, self-monitoring networks, enabling utilities to detect issues proactively instead of reacting to crises. This innovation supports SDG 6 and SDG 9 by protecting public health, extending infrastructure life, and modernizing water management with actionable insights.
DocTrue is a healthtech startup that simplifies the outpatient experience by enabling patients to book and track appointments through WhatsApp in their own language. Its innovation reduces waiting times and appointment no-shows while giving hospitals real-time data and workflow automation. By improving patient access and strengthening digital health infrastructure, DocTrue supports SDG 3 (Good Health & Well-being) and SDG 9 (Industry, Innovation & Infrastructure).
El agro colombiano es un sector estratégico que durante décadas ha impulsado tanto la economía nacional como el bienestar de millones de trabajadores rurales. En 2023, su aporte alcanzó el 6,3 % del PIB nacional (DANE, 2023), consolidándose como uno de los pilares de la producción del país. Sin embargo, el crecimiento del campo también ha estado acompañado del uso intensivo de empaques, medicamentos y plaguicidas que, si bien responden a las demandas de los consumidores ya la modernización de los cultivos, han incrementado la generación de residuos plásticos. De acuerdo con cifras de CEMPRE, cada año se ponen en el mercado colombiano cerca de 700.500 toneladas de envases y embalajes plásticos, muchos de ellos asociados a la actividad agrícola.
Gran parte de estos residuos termina acumulándose en zonas rurales o mezclándose con la basura común, sin recibir un tratamiento adecuado pese a los riesgos químicos que representan. Aunque programas como CampoLimpio evidencian avances —con más de 1.600 toneladas de residuos agrícolas posconsumo recolectadas en el primer trimestre de 2025— persisten brechas importantes en el manejo de residuos en Múltiples fincas, cultivos y territorios rurales.
Ante esta realidad, Colecta SAS surge como una iniciativa que combina la importancia estratégica del agro con la urgencia de una gestión sostenible de sus residuos. Su modelo de economía circular se centra en la reutilización de plásticos agrícolas para transformarlos en madera plástica, un material que regresa al campo como insumo útil para la infraestructura de cultivos. Este proceso no solo fomenta la reducción de costos y la disminución de residuos contaminantes, sino que también contribuye a evitar la tala de árboles y fortalecer prácticas productivas más responsables con el medio ambiente.
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The Colombian agricultural sector is a strategic pillar that for decades has driven both the national economy and the well-being of millions of rural workers. In 2023, it accounted for 6.3% of national GDP (DANE, 2023), thereby consolidating its role as one of the country’s productive pillars. However, the growth of the countryside has also been accompanied by the intensive use of packaging, agricultural chemicals, and pesticides, which, while addressing consumer demands and modernizing crops, have also increased plastic waste. According to CEMPRE, nearly 700,500 tons of plastic containers and packaging are introduced into the Colombian market each year, with a significant portion linked to agricultural activities.
Much of this waste accumulates in rural areas or mixes with regular garbage, without proper treatment, which poses significant chemical risks. While programs like CampoLimpio are making progress—collecting over 1,600 tons of post-consumer agricultural waste in the first quarter of 2025—there are still significant gaps in waste management across many farms, crops, and rural areas.
Colecta S.A.S. has emerged to address the urgent need for sustainable waste management in agriculture. This initiative combines the strategic importance of agriculture with an innovative circular economy model. The model focuses on transforming agricultural plastics into plastic lumber which can then be used as a valuable resource for crop infrastructure. This process reduces costs, decreases pollution, prevents deforestation, and encourages environmentally responsible production practices.
Summary
One of the greatest challenges of modern times is food security; therefore, efforts in this field become highly relevant, critical, and significant when considering concrete applications of sustainability models. A clear example of this is the 17 patents resulting from the work carried out by ALSEC, a 100% Colombian company with more than 17 years of experience. The company develops ingredients using cutting-edge technology, contributing to the optimal use of nutrients for the industrial, governmental, and corporate sectors. This expansion also applies to the nutraceutical, dairy, ice cream, confectionery, bakery, snacks, beverages, meat, sauces, sweets, and dips industries.
ALSEC has been widely recognized for its innovation and its positive contributions to society. Among its distinctions is the award for the most visionary company in Colombia in 2025, granted by ANDI (National Business Association of Colombia) and Revista Dinero. Furthermore, on March 20, 2024, ALSEC formalized its commitment to sustainable development by adopting the legal status of a Benefit and Collective Interest Corporation (BIC). This decision reflects the consistency between its actions and its higher purpose: “Food that transforms lives with ingredients to change the world”, reaffirming its conviction to generate value in a shared and sustainable manner.
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Uno de los más grandes desafíos de los tiempos modernos es la seguridad alimentaria, es por ello que los esfuerzos en esta materia se vuelven tan relevantes, críticos e importantes a la hora de pensar en aplicaciones concretas de modelos de sostenibilidad. Prueba de ello, son las 17 patentes como resultado del trabajo que ha venido desarrollando ALSEC, una empresa 100% colombiana con más de 17 años de experiencia, que desarrolla ingredientes con tecnología de punta, contribuyendo al aprovechamiento de los nutrientes para el sector industrial, gubernamental y empresarial, nutracéutico, de lácteos, helados, repostería, panificación, snacks, bebidas, cárnicos, salsas, dulces y dips.
ALSEC ha sido altamente reconocida por sus niveles de innovación y aportes positivos a la sociedad, dentro de los que se destacan el premio a la empresa más visionaria de Colombia en 2025 en el ranking de innovación que otorga la ANDI (Asociación Nacional de Empresarios de Colombia) y la Revista Dinero, de la misma manera desde el 20 de marzo de 2024, ALSEC formalizó su compromiso con el desarrollo sostenible al adoptar la figura legal de Sociedad de Beneficio e Interés Colectivo (BIC). Esta decisión refleja la coherencia entre sus acciones y su propósito superior: “Alimentos que transforman vidas con ingredientes para cambiar el mundo”, reafirmando así su convicción de generar valor de forma compartida y sostenible.