2023 THRIVE Global Impact Challenge

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The THRIVE Global Impact Challenge is a global search for the most innovative startups who are advancing a more sustainable future for agriculture.

Focus Areas

  1. Soil health and Biodiversity
  2. Increasing food security
  3. Reducing and offsetting GHG emissions
  4. Water management and quality

Benefits

Finalists from each theme will advance to the finals and pitch at the THRIVE Global Impact Summit where the overall winner will be announced. The Winning company receives the THRIVE Global Impact Challenge Award and a place on the award-winning THRIVE Global Accelerator Program in Silicon Valley. In addition the winner will also receive:

  • Investment from SVG Ventures up to $1 Million USD
  • Silicon Valley Startup Bootcamp in March 2024 for two founders, hosted by THRIVE (valued at $15k USD)
  • Impact Strategy Program sponsored by ICL Planet Startup Hub

Selection Criteria

These selection criteria will help us identify and support startups and entrepreneurs who are actively working towards creating sustainable and impactful solutions aligned with our mission and vision.

1. Seed to Series A: Applicants should be early-stage startups or entrepreneurs at the seed to Series A stage. We welcome innovative ideas and solutions that have the potential for growth and scalability.

2. Global Applicants: We invite applications from around the world. Entrepreneurs and startups from any country or region are encouraged to apply, as we value diverse perspectives and global collaboration.

3. Adhesion to Focus Areas: Applicants should demonstrate a clear alignment with one or more of the above focus areas. Solutions should address the specific challenges within these areas and offer innovative approaches for positive impact.

4. Proven Climate & Environmental Impact (Preferred): While not mandatory, we highly value applicants who can demonstrate a proven impact on climate and the environment. This includes showcasing tangible outcomes, data-driven results, or successful implementation of solutions that have positively influenced sustainability, carbon reduction, biodiversity, or other environmental aspects.

For more information: https://thriveagrifood.com/thrive-global-impact-challenge/

Applications close: July 28, 2023

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