Deadline: January 31, 2024
Applications are open for the Sustainability Open Innovation Challenge 2023. In the face of unparalleled global challenges, the planet stands at a critical juncture. We need urgent action to address environmental threats such as climate change, excessive disposable waste, and the depletion of natural resources.
The fifth edition of the Sustainability Open Innovation Challenge, organised by Enterprise Singapore, unites industry partners and seeks innovative minds from all over the world to devise sustainable solutions spanning various sectors. These solutions will have a local and regional focus before being scaled globally.
Challenge Themes
The Sustainability Open Innovation Challenge 2023 contains two categories: demand-led challenge statements, and the Open Category.
Demand-led challenge statements are organised in the following themes:
- Climate Change
- Green Buildings
- Sustainable Agriculture & trade
- Sustainable materials
This year’s Open Category welcomes sustainability-focused solutions that will be channelled to the Liveability Challenge (TLC).
Prizes
- Prizes include over S$3,000,000 in support, including S$75,000 from Hexagon Group, as well as funding and real-world testing facilitated by industry pioneers.
- Successful innovators will gain a unique opportunity to engage in co-innovation with corporate partners, benefiting from their invaluable expertise, mentorship, and substantial resources.
As an added bonus, participants who submit their entries on or before Monday, 15 January 2024 will get a chance to:
- Receive exclusive feedback on their entry ahead of the final submission deadline; and
- Be evaluated by Enterprise Singapore’s VC partners for potential investment opportunities.
Eligibility
- Open to solution providers from all over the world.
- Your solution will have a local and regional focus before being scaled globally.
Application
Take this opportunity to effect tangible change for both your business and the persisting sustainability goals of our planet. Take part in the Sustainability Open Innovation Challenge 2023 today!
Before you make an application, you will need to register for an account on the platform. You will receive a confirmation email upon registration. Once done, you may proceed to submit your application with your credentials. You can also save your application as a draft if needed.
Applications close on Wednesday, January 31, 2024 at 11.59pm (GMT+8).
For more information, visit Sustainability Open Innovation Challenge.
