Beyond The Polaris

21/02/2022

We are excited to introduce Vevolution as a new addition to our portfolio!
Vevolution started as a media and events platform back in 2016, focusing on educating their community on the plant-based economy. Today, they've transformed into a fintech platform that enables opportunities for startups and investors. Vevolution is the home for plant-based and cell-based innovators from around the globe, looking to make meaningful connections and change the world!

Vevolution is the home of the plant-based business community, where startups and investors come together to change the world.

23/11/2021

Sustainability in fashion is on the rise, with consumers becoming ever more aware of the dire impacts that fast fashion has on the environment. 🍀 By changing our fashion choices and shopping in a more socially, ecologically responsible way we can help to keep sustainable fashion alive. In this article, we have shared with you 5 ways that you can incorporate sustainable fashion into your lifestyles😊

Sustainable fashion is on the rise. Consumers are becoming increasingly aware of the dire environmental impacts that fast fashion has.

12/11/2021

There is a lot of talk happening on and how they can benefit . Trials have shown that the use of psychedelics in treatments have had exceptional results in combating , , , and other conditions.
Source: https://www.nature.com/articles/d41586-021-00187-9

PS: Check our latest article if you're interested in learning more about mental health.

Regulators will soon grapple with how to safely administer powerful psychedelics for treating depression and post-traumatic stress disorder.

10/11/2021

IPOs are amongst the most common terms of financial jargon you'll come across. When a private company goes public, its shares are listed on stock exchanges. Typically, large and institutional investors, such as banks and hedge funds, are the first to have access to buying shares in the first offering but soon after, shares become available to retail investors. What really is an , though? It's just another form of equity financing, where the company's founders exchange an ownership percentage for capital.

04/11/2021

With and just gone we asked a professional to share with us some insights on mental health and tips on how we can enhance it. Click here to read our interview with British Psychological Society member, Polymnia Bouza:

We asked Polymnia Bouza, a member of the British Psychological Society, to share with us a few words about mental health; its types, treatments, and some good practices to follow.

01/11/2021

Happy ! We celebrate this day here at BTP and discuss the benefits of introducing veganism into your life. Whether this is through adjustments to what you eat, through to lifestyle changes ranging across a variety of actions, small changes can make a huge difference to the world. Reducing meat and shopping more sustainably can offer major environmental benefits, such as reducing greenhouse emissions and combating global warming and climate change. Today, we invite all of you to give it a try!

PS: If you're looking for some vegan inspiration, advice on where to start, and delicious plant-based recipes, follow our friends at Wild Food Cafe.

25/10/2021

The 24th October, marks the important day in 1945 when the United Nations Charter came into force. Remembered every year, UN day gives us the chance to reinforce our common agenda and amplify the principles of the UN Charter that have guided the world for the past 76 years.

is a significant day for as it aligns with our mission as a business - becoming a force for the better of the world. Our goals are in line with the UN’s and we achieve them by investing in businesses that follow the same principles. As a business, we will continue to deepen the implementation of the SDGs and continue being a force for good.

21/10/2021

Do you know the difference between Accelerators and Incubators?
Both provide a great environment and the necessary guidance for startups to grow and entrepreneurs to flourish. Depending on which stage they are in, founders can choose which of the two programs best suits their needs.
Which one do you think would be best for you?

Accelerator: A program that provides training, mentoring, and funding to founders and new startups that demonstrate rapid growth potential. Usually, its duration is predetermined and helps startups develop their skills, network, and find potential investors.

Incubator: A program that provides training, mentoring, and networking opportunities to founders when they are still at the idea stage, without a specific timeframe. They often provide startups with a co-working space and sometimes with capital.

19/10/2021

Did you know that mentored startups grow 3.5 times faster and rise 7 times more money?
A mentor can be an invaluable guide to you and your startup. The right mentor help you expand your knowledge and skills whilst giving advise when needed. Often, they will also be able to help you build your social network and introduce you to people that could allow your business to growth.
Try looking within your business networks, university contacts or approach respected individuals in your sector, to find a mentor. Have thought about reaching out to a potential mentor yet?

The rate at which a startup grows has long been a big determinant of startup success. While growth matters, over 70% of startups fail because of premature scaling. This finding and 10 more listed below will help you make wiser decisions based on failures, successes and data-backed conclusions.

07/10/2021

Did you know that recycling one ton of paper saves 2584l of oil, 26498l of water and 2.5 cubic meters of landfill space?
A collective effort to built conscious habits is what the earth needs most right now and recycling paper is a very impactful habit to adopt. If done consistently it can have significant impact on the betterment of our environment. Do you think recycling is important?

“Saving our planet, lifting people out of poverty, advancing economic growth… these are one and the same fight. We must connect the dots between climate change, water scarcity, energy shortages,...

05/10/2021

One of the subjects running hot amongst investors nowadays, is the legal cannabis market and its unfulfilled potential. 🌿If you’re interested in learning a bit more about how that market has performed recently and what the future holds, have a look at our latest article.

Cannabis has been heatedly discussed, amongst scientists, investors, and governments. In 2020, its size market was valued at USD 9.1 billion.

29/09/2021

Did you know that around 14% of food produced is lost between harvest and retail, globally?

One of the biggest challenges of our time is food loss and waste.
By taking simple steps and working together, we can build more resilient and food systems.

What can we do to help?

Reducing food waste at home can be easily done by buying only what is necessary, eating more sustainably, and reusing leftovers where possible. is a crucial part of this process too. The Food & Agriculture Organisation of the has created a series of e-learning courses, where everyone can learn about sustainable food systems, concepts, and operations, and it's completely free! You can find all the courses here: https://elearning.fao.org