L’Oréal L’AcceleratOR 2026: €100M Sustainable Innovation Program for Growth-Stage Startups

Applications are now open for L’AcceleratOR 2026, a global sustainability-focused accelerator powered by L’Oréal in partnership with the Cambridge Institute for Sustainability Leadership (CISL).

Backed by a €100 million investment through 2030, this programme is designed to identify, pilot, and scale breakthrough innovations that can transform sustainability across industries.

About L’AcceleratOR

L’AcceleratOR is a 12-week acceleration programme created to support growth-stage startups and ventures with ready-to-pilot solutions tackling urgent environmental and sustainability challenges.

Participants gain direct access to industry experts, mentorship, and the opportunity to collaborate with one of the world’s leading beauty companies.

Focus Areas

The programme is seeking innovative solutions in key sustainability domains, including:

Low-carbon and climate-smart technologies
Water resilience and conservation
Nature-based solutions
Alternative ingredients and sustainable materials
Eliminating fossil plastics and reducing plastic waste
Circular economy and resource management
Sustainable and inclusive business models

What You’ll Gain

Selected startups will benefit from:

A 12-week structured acceleration programme delivered by CISL
Tailored mentorship from sustainability, innovation, and business experts
Opportunities to pilot solutions with L’Oréal
Exposure to global networks and potential scaling opportunities

Why You Should Apply

This is more than just an accelerator—it’s an opportunity to collaborate with a global industry leader and scale solutions that can drive meaningful environmental impact.

If your startup is ready to move from idea to real-world application, L’AcceleratOR provides the resources and platform to make that leap.

Application Deadline

Applications close on May 6, 2026.

How to Apply

Apply here

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