The Global Impact Coalition (GIC) is launching the GIC Innovation Ecosystem initiative, aiming to drive early-stage innovation by connecting start-ups, research and technology organizations, and academic institutions with leading chemical companies.

Many innovators are developing emerging technologies that could play a pivotal role in the transformation of the chemicals value chain. Through the Innovation Ecosystem, innovators will have the opportunity to engage directly with GIC’s project portfolio for a circular, net-zero future.

Participants will have the opportunity to collaborate with GIC member companies and contribute to commercially scalable solutions that meet shared sustainability goals.

“Innovation is happening fast and often at the edges,” said Charlie Tan, CEO of the Global Impact Coalition. “We are launching the Innovation Ecosystem to bring those edge innovators into the room with industry leaders, enabling early collaboration and ensuring breakthrough technologies can scale where they’re needed most.”

A unique pathway for collaboration

GIC’s project portfolio includes tangible workstreams focused on chemical emissions reduction, circularity, and sustainable feedstocks. The Innovation Ecosystem offers innovators a unique opportunity to:

• Shape future-ready projects and pilot tangible solutions with leading chemical players

• Gain enhanced visibility and strategic insights across the chemical value chain

• Work with global leaders to accelerate emissions reduction, circularity, and “no harm” chemical innovation

Participation begins with an open call for applications aligned with one of GIC’s ongoing projects. Selected applicants are invited to engage directly with the relevant GIC project and, if successful, contribute to advance the project toward spin-out.

The development of the Innovation Ecosystem platform was supported in partnership with EY.

To apply or learn more, please visit GIC Innovation Ecosystem webpage at https://globalimpactcoalition.com/innovation-ecosystem/ or contact the Global Impact Coalition at Contact@wearegic.com.