CRUST

Plug and Play · Reincarnating surplus ingredients into beverages and other products

Competitors

Companies closest to CRUST
Company	Category	Status	Program
BarakahShared: food waste, surplus, hotelNot statedOther	Other	Not stated	500 GlobalMENA 5
PerfektoShared: food waste, surplusInactiveOther	Other	Inactive	YCS21

Adjacent

Companies next to CRUST
Company	Category	Status	Program
MIDAS TechnologiesShared: generate addedNot statedOther	Other	Not stated	500 Global2022
CopiaShared: food waste, profit, notActiveOther	Other	Active	YCW16
Just DabaoShared: food waste, dedicatedNot statedOther	Other	Not stated	Antler2021
CheafShared: food waste, deliciousNot statedOther	Other	Not stated	500 Global2021
Environment EnergyShared: not only, waste, sustainabilityNot statedOther	Other	Not stated	Plug and Play

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Programs

Programs CRUST went through
Program	Cohort	Source
Plug and Play	Not stated	Plug and Play Page

About CRUST

"CRUST is a sustainability-focused company established in 2019, dedicated to reducing food waste by transforming surplus ingredients into beverages and other products. Partnering with F&B outlets and hotels in Japan, CRUST utilizes locally sourced ingredients to create delicious offerings like beer, cider, and tea. By collaborating with establishments to repurpose surplus ingredients into co-branded products, CRUST not only minimizes waste but also generates added profits for its partners. With a mission to decrease global food waste by 1% by 2030, CRUST has already made significant strides, securing partnerships with major supermarkets and achieving a projected first-year revenue exceeding $100K. Through innovative solutions and a commitment to sustainability, CRUST is driving positive change in the food and beverage industry, promoting the value of repurposing surplus ingredients and fostering a more sustainable mindset among consumers."

Category: Other
Location: Japan
Checked: 2h ago

CRUST: questions

Which accelerators did CRUST go through?

CRUST is listed by Plug and Play.

Where is CRUST based?

CRUST lists Japan as its location on Plug and Play's page.

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