We invite students and academic staff to join the Green Alternatives for European Autonomy (GAEA) challenge and compete for the grand prize – €30,000 for startup services!
Currently, the world is facing critical environmental problems and the imperative of sustainable development, so you have the opportunity to find a solution that will change the world!
Green Alternatives for European Autonomy is a comprehensive open innovation program designed for innovative minds eager to develop or refine an innovative concept into a startup. With an entrepreneurial supportive environment, the focus is on nurturing ideas addressing the challenges of European Energy Autonomy across 8 countries, including Latvia, Lithuania, Slovakia, Poland, Czech Republic, Hungary, and Serbia.
What are the benefits of participating in this project?
- The best teams will have the chance to win cash prizes and receive startup services worth up to € 30,000
- Access bootcamp trainings and essential entrepreneurial resources
- Get mentored by experts to turn your idea into a viable product/service
- Network with industry leaders and successful entrepreneurs
- Earn a digital certificate from a top European green innovation initiative
You can join the program with or without a business idea, you only need a strong interest in the energy and raw materials industry. The first phase includes a 4-week Ideation BootCamp and it starts already in May!
We invite everyone to take part in this exciting opportunity! Apply here: gaeachallenge.eu
Deadline for applications: May 12, 2024
This project is supported by funding from the European Union’s Horizon 2020 research and innovation program
