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Climate change, food security, and the material transition demand urgent action \u2014 and entrepreneurs are leading the charge. At Value Factory Ventures, we invest in founders who drive this movement forward. These are four trends we see every day \u2014 with examples from our own portfolio. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  1. \ud83c\udf3f From Imitation to Clean Label<\/strong> 
    The plant-based revolution is entering its next phase. While the initial focus was on meat alternatives with long ingredient lists, attention is now shifting toward nutritious, locally produced options with a clean label<\/em>. Think: short supply chains, minimal processing, and maximum nutritional value. <\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

    Cano-ela<\/em><\/a> produces oil, protein, and fiber from European rapeseed \u2014 100% of the seed is used, so there\u2019s zero food waste. The result: sustainable, healthy, and locally sourced ingredients for the next generation of plant-based foods.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    1. \ud83e\uddf1 Sustainable Construction, Future-Proof Building<\/strong> 
      The construction sector is responsible for no less than 40% of global emissions (McKinsey). The solution? Transitioning to sustainable building practices is essential \u2014 with circular design, biobased materials, and shorter chains at the core. <\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

      Dealin.Green<\/em><\/a> connects farmers and builders through a digital platform, accelerating access to flax and hemp.\u00a0
      FC-I<\/em><\/a> develops biobased insulation materials from agricultural residues \u2014 circular, reusable, and carbon-storing instead of emitting.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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      1. \ud83d\ude9c Smarter Agriculture with Data<\/strong> 
        AI, sensors, and data analysis are making precision farming more accessible than ever. Farmers gain greater control over growth, usage, and yields. According to the FAO (2023), digitalization is crucial for making agriculture more climate-resilient and efficient. <\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

        Growficient<\/em><\/a> is the smart assistant for greenhouse growers: a user-friendly platform that helps optimize irrigation \u2014 resulting in higher yields and lower consumption of water, fertilizers, and labor.\u00a0
        Corvus Drones<\/em><\/a> automates crop monitoring with drones that autonomously fly through greenhouses and analyze plants. This gives growers continuous and objective insights into growth stages, germination, and quality \u2014 no manual measurements required.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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        1. \ud83d\udca8 Transparent CO\u2082 Markets Are Becoming Essential<\/strong> 
          The CO\u2082 credit market is growing rapidly, but without transparency and reliable data, real impact remains out of reach. According to the World Bank (2024), trust in measurements and claims is key to scaling up. <\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

          Proba<\/em><\/a> offers a platform that accurately measures and verifies CO\u2082 reduction, supporting insetting projects \u2014 where emissions are reduced within the supply chain itself: real, measurable impact.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

          \ud83d\udca1 Sustainability is not a side issue; it\u2019s the core of successful innovation<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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