EcoPHA Biotech and Terra Sol Shortlisted as Finalists in the 2025 InnovationAus Awards for Excellence

• Award: 2025 InnovationAus Awards for Excellence — Energy & Renewables

• Finalists: EcoPHA Biotech & Terra Sol Studio

• Event Date: Thursday, 27 November 2025

• Location: Sydney, Australia

• Host: InnovationAus — Australia’s leading publication for technology and innovation policy

• Category Sponsor: University of New South Wales

• About EcoPHA: Australian biotech company pioneering PHA (polyhydroxyalkanoates), a new generation biopolymer that biodegrades naturally in any environment

• About Terra Sol: EcoPHA’s exclusive award-winning design and brand partner, driving the commercialisation and cultural adoption of PHA through the world’s first Australian-made PHA coffee cups

EcoPHA Biotech and Terra Sol have been officially shortlisted as finalists in the Energy & Renewables Award category of the 2025 InnovationAus Awards for Excellence.

Now in its fifth year, the InnovationAus Awards have grown into the nation’s preeminent innovation showcase, celebrating outstanding contributions to deep-tech, sustainability, and Australia’s transition to a cleaner future. The gala celebration will be held in Sydney on Thursday, 27 November 2025, bringing together government, finance, research, and industry leaders to spotlight innovation excellence.

The Energy & Renewables Award, proudly sponsored by the University of New South Wales, recognises organisations that are redefining energy and sustainability through breakthrough technologies.

About EcoPHA and Terra Sol 

EcoPHA is pioneering the science of PHA (polyhydroxyalkanoates), a new generation material that biodegrades naturally in any environment. Terra Sol, its exclusive award-winning design and brand partner, is driving the commercialisation of this breakthrough technology. By fusing design and commerce, Terra Sol ensures that PHA is adopted where it matters most: in the hands of millions every day.

“Innovation is core to EcoPHA, and our partnership with Terra Sol is the perfect way to bring PHA products and our brand to market — turning innovative science into impact for a plastic-free future.”
— Dr. Wilson Ling, Founder and CEO, EcoPHA Biotech

“It’s an honour to be recognised alongside some of Australia’s most innovative companies. This finalist recognition shows that our design-first approach to sustainability is resonating, and that we’re on the right track to creating meaningful change.”
— Louise Sykes, Founder & Creative Lead, Terra Sol Studio

What This Recognition Means

Being shortlisted shines a national spotlight on EcoPHA Biotech and Terra Sol as leaders in climate-tech and renewable solutions. As finalists, both organisations will benefit from media exposure, stakeholder engagement, and peer recognition, reinforcing their role in accelerating the transition to a plastic-free, renewable future.

Call to Action

EcoPHA Biotech and Terra Sol invite their community of partners, supporters, and advocates to:

• Vote in the People’s Choice Award

• Follow Terra Sol Studio and EcoPHA on LinkedIn and Instagram for updates on the awards journey

• Explore how PHA products can transform your business at terrasolstudio.com and ecopha.bio

EcoPHA Biotech is an Australian biotech leader pioneering PHA (polyhydroxyalkanoates), a new generation material that biodegrades naturally in any environment. Terra Sol Studio, EcoPHA’s exclusive award-winning design and brand partner, is driving the commercialisation of this breakthrough through the world’s first Australian-made PHA coffee cups. Together, EcoPHA and Terra Sol unite science and design to accelerate the shift toward a plastic-free future.

Vivienne Blake

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