Tetra Pak and Lund University launch Biotech Heights innovation hub

Global food systems contribute to more than a third of annual greenhouse gas emissions, and a rapidly growing population is increasing the pressure on how food is produced and distributed. To tackle these challenges, Tetra Pak and Lund University have launched Biotech Heights, an innovation hub designed to accelerate research, development, and commercialisation in food and material biotechnology.

Why Biotech Heights matters for food and materials

Biotech Heights provides a collaborative platform where start-ups, researchers, and companies can work together to develop sustainable solutions. The hub focuses on alternative foods and innovative materials, creating opportunities to share knowledge, test new ideas, and scale solutions that can help transform global food systems.

“Innovation in alternative food and materials plays a crucial role in the development of future food systems. At Biotech Heights, opportunities are created for collaborations where knowledge can be shared, and solutions developed and scaled,” says Marie Sandin, CEO of Tetra Pak Sweden.

Collaboration between Tetra Pak and Lund University

The hub builds on the long-standing partnership between Tetra Pak and Lund University, combining industry expertise with world-class research. Lund University is ranked in the global top 100 universities and among the top three for environmental and sustainability research, providing a strong foundation for innovation in biotechnology.

“By building on the strong research environment and bringing together experts, infrastructure, and the already established food industry in the region, we can lead development and drive positive change in the industry,” comments Annika Olsson, Dean of LTH, Lund University.

Opportunities for start-ups and researchers

Since its establishment in 2023, Biotech Heights has supported numerous research and innovation projects, hosted workshops and seminars, and connected national and international stakeholders. The hub offers start-ups, researchers, and companies access to advanced research infrastructure, expert networks, and a platform to test and develop new solutions in food and material biotechnology.

There is huge potential for innovation in biotechnology. At Biotech Heights, we want to develop and generate innovative solutions in food and new materials. Membership provides the opportunity to collaborate with international experts, access advanced research infrastructure, and a platform to test and develop new ideas,” adds Ulrika Rehn, Director of Processing Development, Tetra Pak.

Membership and next steps

Biotech Heights invites organisations to join its collaborative network to unlock the full potential of biotechnology. Membership offers access to a world-class research environment, opportunities to work with international experts, and a platform for developing and scaling innovative solutions for sustainable food and materials.

For more information about Biotech Heights membership and projects, visit www.biotechheights.co.