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Itʼs looking to improve engine performance, reduce fuel consumption, lower operational costs, and support broader climate goals.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003ERounding out the top three is \u003Ca href=\"https://www.linkedin.com/company/piliadheseal/?originalSubdomain=ph\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EPili AdheSeal Inc\u003C/a\u003E., a green tech company transforming agricultural waste into sustainable adhesive and sealant products. The startup promotes a circular economy that supports both Pili farmers and the environment.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EThese three startups are now undergoing Shell LiveWire’s acceleration phase, where they receive mentorship, financial support for team and product development, and expert guidance to refine their businesses. They also stand the chance to win up to PHP 1,000,00.00 in equity-free cash for the first-place winner, and PHP 500,000 each for the second and third placers, providing essential runway to scale their startups. Community enterprises, another track of the program, are represented this year by 51 participants from diverse regions and industries across the country. These enterprises receive in-kind or grant money support to further strengthen their operations.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003ENascent Technologies Corp. was also awarded the A-Lister recognition, Shell LiveWire’s special citation given to promising startups still in their development phase.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EShell has appointed PwC as the official auditor of the 2025 Shell LiveWire Philippines to ensure transparency and integrity.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Ch3\u003EShell envisions a bright future for Filipino entrepreneurs\u003C/h3\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EA recent study revealed that the country’s startup ecosystem nearly doubled in value, from US$3.5 billion in 2023 to US$6.4 billion in 2024\u003Csup\u003E1\u003C/sup\u003E, driven by increased investments and the growth of scalable, tech-enabled enterprises. Key sectors such as climate and cleantech, agritech, as well as education and health technology, continue to generate significant economic value while advancing human development and sustainability\u003Csup\u003E2\u003C/sup\u003E.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EShell LiveWire continues to play a vital role in cultivating this ecosystem by helping Filipino entrepreneurs thrive and create inclusive employment opportunities.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EWatch out for the Shell LiveWire 2025 finale this September at the Echelon Event, where this year’s top startup will be awarded and the next wave of innovation will take center stage.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Ch3\u003EAbout Shell Pilipinas Corporation\u003C/h3\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EFor more than 100 years, Shell in the Philippines continues to power the nation’s progress through its growing network of mobility stations, robust B2B partnerships and expanding Non-Fuels offers, enabled by its integrated supply chain and strong corporate governance. Shell also supports local communities through the Pilipinas Shell Foundation Inc. (PSFI) by providing programs on access to energy, health, safety, education, and livelihood development. 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