Calling all startups reducing waste: Apply now for the Green Alley Award and win €25k! (Sponsored)
Summary
The Award targets European startups and young entrepreneurs who have developed a business model in the areas of digital circular economy, recycling and waste prevention. The finalists will be invited to Berlin on 17 October 2019, where they will work on their business models with circular economy practitioners and startup experts during individual mentoring talks. The jury is made up of experienced leaders from Landbell Group as well as external experts including Alexis Figeac, originator of the EU project R2Pi on circular economy business models, and Elena Dieckmann, co-founder and director of the startup Aeropowder which won the 2018 Green Alley Award. Finalists will also have the chance to win the Seedmatch Crowd Award, including a one-day workshop on raising money via online platforms, and the option to create an individual crowdfunding campaign. Whether it is the development of sustainable materials, ideas for waste reduction or helpful digital tools, the circular economy holds enormous business potential for startups.