About this opportunity
Henkel Consumer Brands invites startups, researchers, and innovators to participate in the Open Innovation Challenge 2025, a competition seeking sustainable fabric care solutions. The event offers a €5,000 participation award and a chance to pitch to Henkel decision-makers, with finalists presenting at Henkel’s US Headquarters. It targets solutions in textile and fiber care that protect fabrics, extend lifecycle, and align with greener laundry care goals.
Benefits & funding
Participation award of €5,000; potential for collaboration, funding opportunities, and engagement with Henkel leadership; exposure to a global brand and potential long-term partnerships.
Eligibility
Open to startups developing innovative technologies, researchers and scientists working on textile and fiber solutions, entrepreneurs with sustainable laundry care ideas, and innovation teams from established organizations.
How to apply
Submit a solution by the January 13, 2025 deadline via the challenge website.
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