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Project Zero
Project Zero is a non-profit initiative of the Synergy Foundation that promotes circular economy concepts in British Columbia. It supports early-stage startups through an incubator program focused on resource efficiency and sustainability.
Overview
What Project Zero does
What Project Zero is
Project Zero is a non-profit initiative of the Synergy Foundation that promotes circular economy concepts in British Columbia. It supports early-stage startups through an incubator program focused on resource efficiency and sustainability.
How it participates in the startup ecosystem
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Operational profile
Organization status and context
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- Operational status
- Active
- Organization type
- Incubator
- Founded
- Founded in 2019
- Approximate age
- About 7 years
- Structured capabilities
- Program host
- Last reviewed
- May 5, 2026
What Incubator means
An incubator is a support environment for turning a nascent idea or early company into a startup that is more ready for customers, funding, or an accelerator.
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Capability profile
Project Zero as a program host
Program thesis
Project Zero is an initiative of the non-profit Synergy Foundation, focused on implementing circular economy concepts to promote resource efficiency, economic opportunity, and social equity.
Focus narrative
Project Zero invests in and supports businesses that are advancing the circular economy. Their focus areas include waste-to-resource initiatives, product life extension, sharing economy models, and clean technology. They provide services such as business incubation, acceleration, workshops, and consulting, primarily targeting entrepreneurs and businesses in British Columbia.
Value and support
Project Zero offers resources, coaching, and mentorship to startups within the circular economy. They provide business incubation and acceleration services, workshops, and consulting to help entrepreneurs and businesses achieve operational efficiencies and sustainability improvements.
Additional public guidance
Q: What is the duration of the incubator program? A: The incubator program lasts for six months. Q: When is the application period for the incubator? A: The application period runs from April 21 to June 19 annually.
Format and cadence
- Typical duration
- 26 weeks
- Format
- In Person
Availability
- Application state
- Accepting
- Next deadline
- June 19, 2023
Focus and fit
- Stages
- Accelerator · Pre-seed
- Regions
- North America
Alumni and track record
Alumni context
Notable ventures from Project Zero's cohorts include: 7 Leagues Leather: A fish leather innovation company that uses biobased plant tannins to create eco-textiles. Build Smartr: A construction technology company utilizing recycled steel and automation. Climate Wave Coffee: A venture transforming monoculture coffee farms into biodiversity-friendly coffee forests. House of Wildwood: An interdisciplinary design studio focused on waste reduction through artistic practices. KSLAM: A fashion brand using deadstock and pre-loved materials for sustainable clothing. Mazako: A circular sourcing and distribution system for sauces. Pemberton Circular Café: A farm-to-table café promoting circular economy principles. Rood Food Products: Aiming to eliminate food loss by repurposing surplus fruits and vegetables.
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What to know about Project Zero
Upseed classifies Project Zero under the Incubator organization type. Its current public profile includes program host capabilities.
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Source basis
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Last reviewed
May 5, 2026
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