Analysis

February 14, 2022

16 alternative protein startups to watch, according to VCs

Cutting emissions from the food production process is a key hurdle in the race against climate change. These startups hope they have the inside track


Amelie Bahr

8 min read

Saskia Hoebée, senior associate at Five Seasons Ventures

To feed the world population by 2050, the EU estimates that food production has to increase by 160%. While many developed economies have committed to net-zero emissions by the same date, our current food systems are notoriously carbon intensive — especially when it comes to raising livestock.

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