Our top 23 of 2023
Dara HomerOur global community grew alternative protein progress from the ground up this year. Check out the top highlights.
New from GFI
Inviting everyone to the table
Dara HomerGiving Green, Charity Navigator, ACE, and Founders Pledge recognize GFI's impact as a field catalyst and convener
Doing the most good we can
Simone OctiganWe focus our time and resources where they will make the biggest difference. That’s why we’re honored to be recognized by two independent charity evaluators who have named GFI one of their top-rated charities.
Student leaders create bold new pathways for alt proteins
Dara HomerLearn how students are putting alt proteins on the map in this GFI impact piece.
GFI welcomes twenty new student groups into the Alt Protein Project
Amy HuangMeet the crop of visionary new student groups transforming their universities into alternative protein hubs from the inside-out.
GFI U.S. welcomes new president Ilya Sheyman, as CEO Bruce Friedrich goes global
Sheila VossA conversation about new beginnings, global opportunities, values, and culture. And oh yes, cats and dogs.
GFI funds “gold standard” alternative seafood development
Claire Bomkamp, Ph.D.GFI has awarded a grant to researchers working to characterize the properties of high-quality seafood in order to accelerate the production of premium alternative seafood products.
Cultivated meat: A growing nomenclature consensus
Bruce FriedrichGFI Founder and CEO Bruce Friedrich explores the increased sector alignment around the preferred category name for meat produced through cellular agriculture.
GFI awards $5 million to boost research into alternative proteins — a powerful and scalable climate solution
Austin ClowesGFI’s Competitive Research Grant program provides catalytic seed funding to accelerate alternative protein R&D and unlock the climate benefits on offer. But serious public investment is critical to achieving a net-zero, climate-resilient world.
What U.S. consumers want in alternative seafood products
Marika AzoffA new survey conducted by GFI and Kelton Global showed that, in addition to excellent taste and texture, messaging about alternative seafood products’ environmental, health, and functional benefits can broaden their appeal among U.S. consumers.
