Cool Innovation Selected as Japan’s Representative for "Taoyuan Start Gate," Showcasing Global Potential

We joined leading startups and industry leaders from the United States, Thailand, Singapore, South Korea, and Taiwan in this international innovation summit. The event, co-organized by the Taoyuan City Government Youth Affairs Bureau, Plug and Play, and Asia Bridge, aims to foster global startup collaboration, technological exchange, and business development on November 19, 2024, at the Taoyuan Exhibition Center.

Focusing on Cold Chain Innovation for Sustainable Development

Being selected as Japan’s representative highlights Cool Innovation’s technological prowess and global market potential. Our innovative cold chain solutions align perfectly with the event’s focus on sustainability, smart cities, and AI applications. Through this international platform, we aim to connect with startups and industry leaders worldwide, exploring collaborative opportunities to drive a smarter, more sustainable future.

Our COO explained how Cool Innovation specializes in breakthrough cold chain technology that addresses critical challenges in the global fresh supply chain to the mayor of Taoyuan City. Our technology extends the freshness of produce up to 10 times, reduces 50% of energy consumption, and lowers 97% of carbon emissions. These solutions are widely adopted in agriculture, food trading, and large-scale retail sectors, delivering both economic and environmental benefits.

Global Recognition and Achievements

2024 has been a landmark year for Cool Innovation. We received international accolades, including a finalist position in the SusHi-Tech Global Startup Competition, the ICJ ESG Accelerator Award from Mitsubishi UFJ Bank, and recognition as a key participant in the J-StarX and 500 Global Startup programs. Additionally, we were selected among the Top 30 startups at Meet Taipei’s "Meet Neo Star" Carnival, solidifying our leadership in Asia’s and the world’s innovation ecosystems. These accomplishments underscore our efforts and recognition in driving sustainable development and innovation.

About the Event Organizers

• Plug and Play

  Plug and Play is the world’s largest startup accelerator, headquartered in Silicon Valley. It connects entrepreneurs, investors, and corporate partners through over 20 industry-specific platforms. With a mission to foster global innovation, Plug and Play supports thousands of startups annually, helping them scale and enter international markets through its global ecosystem in Asia, Europe, and North America.

• Asia Bridge

  Asia Bridge is a leading international accelerator alliance focusing on integrating resources and opportunities for startups in Asia. By providing specialized programs, it helps startups access international markets and fosters business collaboration. Asia Bridge aims to bridge Asia and the global innovation ecosystem, promoting the commercialization of cutting-edge technology.

• Taoyuan City Government Youth Affairs Bureau

  The Youth Affairs Bureau of the Taoyuan City Government supports youth entrepreneurship and innovation by providing resources and platforms. "Taoyuan Start Gate" is one of its flagship events to promote international collaboration and highlight Taoyuan as a hub for technology and innovation while attracting global resources to its local ecosystem.

Driving Collaboration for a Smarter Future

"Taoyuan Start Gate" is not just a platform for showcasing Cool Innovation’s cutting-edge cold chain solutions but also an opportunity to learn from other international best practices. We look forward to sharing our success stories from Japan and exploring how our solutions can be applied across industries globally.

As a company dedicated to solving global challenges in the fresh supply chain, Cool Innovation focuses on innovation and international collaboration. We believe this event will inspire new ideas and partnerships, driving the smart and sustainable transformation of cold chain logistics.

Inquiries and Requests

Cool Innovation is seeking collaborative partners, academic institutions, government agencies, agricultural stakeholders, and food manufacturers to utilize, promote, and research our innovative solutions for maintaining the freshness of fruits and vegetables.

Our advanced technology not only addresses the global issue of food loss but also enables a shift from air transport to sea transport, significantly reducing costs and CO2 emissions.

With successful case studies in Japan, Thailand, and the Philippines, our technology, which guarantees reliable ROI through a subscription model, achieves 10 times* better freshness preservation compared to existing methods (*duration varies by product).

We would be delighted to work with you to reform the fresh produce supply chain and contribute to a more sustainable future.

For any questions or requests, please fill out all necessary details in the inquiry form and provide as much detail as possible about your needs. We will respond promptly and contact you regarding specific needs and solutions. Thank you.