Exit Glacier Greenhouses wins $20K grant to boost year-round local produce in Seward, Alaska

Exit Glacier Greenhouses, led by Sydney Singer, won the inaugural Port Partners Small Business Accelerator Award from Royal Caribbean Group, receiving $20,000 to expand eco-friendly greenhouse production in Seward, Alaska. The grant supports development of solar-powered greenhouse modules to increase local food production from 700 to 4,000 pounds annually, addressing Alaska's heavy reliance on imported food. This initiative is part of a broader program to strengthen local businesses through mentorship and funding, aiming to enhance community food security and economic growth. The program also offers participants college credits and networking opportunities to foster sustainable business growth.