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The urgency of the climate crisis is more apparent than ever and disruptive innovation is key to creating a more sustainable, prosperous, inclusive, healthy and equitable future.

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

Aligned with the UN's Sustainable Development Goals, the Global Impact Challenge is focused on five key themes each one central to supporting the transition to a net-zero future for agriculture.

Finalists from each theme will advance to the finals and pitch at the THRIVE Global Impact Summit where the overall winner will be announced.


Award

The Winning company receives the THRIVE Global Impact Challenge Award in addition to the following:

  • A place on THRIVE’s award-winning Global Accelerator Program.
  • Investment from SVG Ventures up to $1 Million USD.
  • Opportunity to pitch live at THRIVE Global Impact Summit in Silicon Valley.
  • Two Complimentary tickets to attend THRIVE Global Impact Summit & pre-summit networking reception.

 

Knowledge Skills and Abilities Required

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.


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.


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. 


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.

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THRIVE Global Impact Summit

  • Experience the pinnacle event of the Global Impact Challenge at the 2024 THRIVE Global Impact Summit. Join us on November 7th as our challenge finalists pitch their groundbreaking solutions to investors, government officials, and industry leaders.
  • Immerse yourself in inspiring talks, engaging panels, and networking opportunities with like-minded individuals. Save the date and be a part of this incredible summit shaping the future of innovation.

Focus areas:

  • Soil health &Biodiversity
  • Food Security & Waste Reduction
  • Reducing and offsetting GHG emissions
  • Nutrition & Health
  • Cleantech: Water and Energy

 

 


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Aligned with the UN's Sustainable Development Goals, the Global Impact Challenge is focused on five key themes each one central to supporting the transition to a net-zero future for agriculture.

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Interested candidates can apply through this link.

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SVG Ventures | THRIVE

Since 2010, SVG Ventures | THRIVE has been the leading global AgriFood investment and innovation platform headquartered in Silicon Valley. We're comprised of top agriculture, food and technology corporations, universities, and investors.

With a community of over 10,000 startups from 100 countries, the THRIVE platform invests, accelerates, and creates unparalleled access for entrepreneurs to scale globally and solve the biggest challenges facing the food and agriculture industries.

THRIVE’s Corporate Innovation Program is focused on connecting our corporate partners with emerging technologies and startups that will make the most significant impact in their organizations.

Our vision is advancing a more sustainable future for food and agriculture through innovation.

  • Date of posting: 2024-06-22

  • Deadline: 2024-07-12

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