Oceans, rivers, and lakes are under immense pressure from climate change, pollution, and unsustainable practices. At the same time, they hold vast potential to power renewable energy, feed communities, and drive inclusive economic growth. The challenge is to unlock this potential responsibly while restoring ecosystems and protecting livelihoods. This global Initiative invites innovators to present […]
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India Agri‑Innovation & Business Development Grant
Food security, climate resilience, and sustainable farming are among the greatest challenges of our time. Startups working at the intersection of agriculture and technology are uniquely positioned to deliver solutions that can transform livelihoods and protect our planet’s future. This opportunity supports agribusiness innovation across diverse areas including farm mechanization, green technology, ICT and IoT, […]
Africa Energy Innovation Challenge – Powering a Low Carbon Future
Millions still lack reliable access to clean, affordable energy, while industries and households struggle with rising costs and outdated systems. The urgency to innovate sustainable solutions has never been greater. This bold Innovation Challenge is calling on young visionaries to reimagine energy for tomorrow. From clean cooking technologies and circular economy solutions to breakthroughs in […]
Africa: Scaling Local Solutions for Health & Climate
Across Africa, communities face urgent challenges in health systems and climate resilience — from maternal and child health gaps to fragile energy access, waste management, and ecosystem degradation. Local ventures are stepping up with bold innovations, but scaling impact requires tailored support, investment readiness, and global visibility. This accelerator offers a four‑month customized program for […]
Africa: Empowering Young Entrepreneurs in Clean Energy
Across Africa, the demand for clean, sustainable energy is growing — and bold entrepreneurs are stepping up with solutions that can transform communities and drive lasting impact. From technology and manufacturing to digitalization and the water-energy-food nexus, innovation is reshaping the renewable energy sector. This opportunity supports youth-led ventures from early-stage ideas to scale-up, offering […]
Global: Empowering Young Innovators for Sustainability
From food insecurity to waste pollution, unsustainable energy to fragile ecosystems — the climate crisis demands urgent, creative action. Around the world, young innovators are stepping up with ideas that can reshape our future. This opportunity invites youth and youth-led groups to design solution-oriented, community-focused projects across diverse sustainability sectors — from agriculture and fashion […]
Africa: CRE Grants – $5K for Community Rights in Critical Minerals
As the global demand for resources like lithium, cobalt, and copper accelerates, communities across Africa face mounting pressures from large-scale investment and extractive projects. These ventures often bring risks to human rights, local livelihoods, and environmental sustainability — leaving grassroots groups struggling to protect their futures. This opportunity empowers community-driven initiatives to stand strong. Support […]
Uganda: EU Civil Society Grants – €2.55M for Forestry & Energy Transition
Forests, land, and energy systems are at the heart of sustainable development — yet communities often face challenges of poor governance, inequitable access, and environmental degradation. Strengthening civil society to lead in these areas is critical for building resilience, advancing rights, and ensuring inclusive growth. This major opportunity supports initiatives that promote sustainable forest management, […]
Uganda: Funding Inclusive & Sustainable Energy Ventures
Energy access remains one of the biggest barriers to opportunity. Rural communities, women, and youth are often left behind, while inefficient systems drive up costs and carbon emissions. The need for scalable, sustainable, and inclusive energy solutions has never been greater. This funding call supports ventures that strengthen last-mile distribution, expand access to energy-efficient technologies, […]
Africa: DIFEC Grants – $150K–300K for Digital Innovation
As digital solutions transform energy, climate, and resource management, early-stage enterprises face a critical challenge: proving product–market fit while ensuring resilience, security, and responsible data practices. Without support, many promising ideas stall before they can deliver impact. This opportunity provides milestone-based, non-repayable financing alongside tailored technical assistance to help innovators de-risk their products, validate markets, […]
