SLR Investment is an investment firm that provides bespoke debt financing to U.S. middle market companies. It targets leveraged middle-market borrowers, offering senior secured loans, financing leases, and, to a lesser extent, unsecured loans and equity securities to fund working capital, acquisitions, refinancing, and growth initiatives. The firm operates as an externally managed, non-diversified investment company electing to be treated as a business development company, and it participates in an illiquid private asset class through a yield-oriented, publicly traded vehicle.
Apeel Sciences, based in California, addresses the global food waste crisis by developing plant-derived solutions that extend the shelf life of fresh produce. Founded in 2012, the company creates pre-and post-harvest products using natural plant extracts, such as Edipeel and Invisipeel, which protect fruits and vegetables from environmental factors and pre-harvest issues. These innovations effectively double the lifespan of harvested crops without refrigeration, helping to reduce spoilage and conserve resources like water and energy. By leveraging materials found in the skins, peels, and seeds of fruits and vegetables, Apeel aims to minimize food waste and promote sustainability throughout the supply chain. The company's efforts are supported by a range of private investors and philanthropic organizations.
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