The University of Cambridge Institute for Sustainability Leadership (CISL), in partnership with L'Oréal, is now accepting applications for theSustainable Innovation Accelerator:a targeted programme supporting the development and scaling of sustainability-focused solutions in the beauty industry.Who should apply?The programme is open to startups, scaleups, SMEs and established companies worldwide withdeployment-ready innovations (TRL 7 or above)that address at least one of the following seven focus areas:Low-carbon, climate-smart technologiesWater resilience solutionsNature-based solutionsAlternative ingredients and materialsEliminating fossil plastic use and plastic wasteCircularity and resource managementSustainable and inclusive business modelsWhat support is offered?Successful applicants will receive up to 12 months of tailored support, including:A 12-week group acceleration programme delivered by CISLUp to 12 hours of 1:1 mentoring with global sustainability expertsPeer-learning sessionsThe potential to pilot solutions with L'Oréal, with the possibility of commercial agreements or investmentKey datesApplications open:23 June 2025Deadline to apply:30 September 2025Cohort selection:November 2025Acceleration phase:November 2025 - February 2026Pilot execution (if applicable):From February 2026 (6-9 months)How to applyApplications are open until30 September 2025. Learn more and submit your application via theCISL websiteor follow the direct link to the programmehere.
