Melbourne-Bandung Food Waste Challenge 2025
Seeking innovative solutions that address the pressing issue of Food Waste in Melbourne and Bandung
ORGANISERS
CITY OF BANDUNG
CITY OF MELBOURNE
ROCKETSEEDER
The Problem
Food waste is a global issue - it's estimated that we are wasting 1.3 billion tonnes of food every year Tackling food waste represents a triple win opportunity - for the climate, for food security, as well as for the sustainability of our food systems (1).
Collective action is needed to scale up efforts to reduce food waste. By connecting diverse communities and encouraging practical innovation, the Challenge can make a significant impact on how food waste is managed and reduced in Melbourne, Bandung and beyond.
Industry Partners
Hospitality
Melbourne
Bandung
Fresh Food Markets
Bandung
Melbourne
Airlines
How the Challenge Works
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Can you apply to the Rocket Seeder with just an idea or very early-stage offering?Ideally, applicants will have launched and/or have an MVP or early-stage customers. But we accept businesses at all stages, so if you have a groundbreaking idea, have defined the problem you are trying to solve and have identified a solution, we'd love to hear from you!
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What happens at the end of the Accelerator Program?Rocket Seeder is a lifelong strong community of 50+ alumni startups and an extensive global network in the food and agricultural industry. We aim to continue to support, provide information, invite to events and provide other forms of business assistance.
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I don't have a team. Can I still apply?Yes, we accept applications from solo founders! As long as you are fully committed in your business and are ready to grow, we want to hear from you.
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Does Rocket Seeder take any equity in my startup?No, but we do expect all our participants to 1—commit fully to the Program and 2—to give back to the community. It takes a village to build a business, so we believe in paying-it-forward and sharing your own experiences with the next generation of founders.
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How much does this accelerator program cost?It's completely FREE! But we do expect all our participants to 1—commit fully to the Program and 2—to give back to the community. It takes a village to build a business, so we believe in paying-it-forward & sharing your own experiences with the next generation of founders.
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Do all the founders of the business have to attend the entire program?At least one founder of the business MUST attend and participate in our intensive 3-6 month program as well as core program events. However, we encourage all founders in the business to take part and join in, as long as it benefits you and your business!
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I have other commitments I also need to attend to, do I have to be working on this full time?Apart from attending the mandatory program dates, we expect founders to spend at least an additional 8 hours per week on your business, throughout the duration the program. Hence, working full-time in another job while you complete the program is not an option.
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Who do I contact if I have a question regarding the application form?Please contact AgTech Seeds program manager, Nicki Marks via email (nicki.marks@rocketseeder.com)
The Melbourne-Bandung Food Waste Challenge is seeking innovative and scalable solutions that can help tackle food waste in the hospitality, fresh food markets and airlines sectors in Melbourne, Bandung and beyond
Timeline
Eligibility Check Tool
Sustainable Development Goal
The Melbourne-Bandung Food Waste Challenge aligns with a number of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.
Supporting Partners
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Contact
info@rocketseeder.com
Melbourne Connect
Level 2, 700 Swanston Street
Carlton VIC 3053
Australia
ABN: 46 617 660 634
ORGANIZERS
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