Green Business Challenge
Challenge Overview
The Green Business Challenge is designed to inspire and empower youth to develop innovative business ideas that contribute to solving the effects of single-use plastics and promoting sustainability. This challenge focuses on entrepreneurship with an environmental impact, encouraging young people to think creatively about how they can make a difference in the world through eco-friendly business ventures.
Challenge Objective
To engage youth in the development of sustainable business ideas that address climate change challenges, such as sustainable packaging solutions in place of single-use plastics and other green initiatives.
Bringing Your Green Ideas to Life!
Are you a change maker passionate about the environment and want to make a difference? The Green Business Challenge is your chance to turn your sustainable business ideas into reality!
Apply now for the greenbusinesschallenge, to be a part of our movement to shape a greener future for Ghana. In collaboration with the Green Card.
The Green Business Challenge, an initiative by JCS Investments Ltd supported by the Green Card, is designed to inspire and empower youth to develop innovative business ideas that contribute to solving the effects of single-use plastics and promoting sustainability. This challenge focuses on entrepreneurship with an environmental impact, encouraging young people to think creatively about how they can make a difference in the world through eco-friendly business ventures.
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Fresh New Perspectives
Exchange ideas and insights with peers to collaboratively develop innovative solutions.
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Capacity-Building Workshops
Learn from the best. Led by speakers from environmentalists and business owners, which will level up your skills in areas like vision planning, impact measurement and grant writing.
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Networking Opportunities
Connect with other like-minded individuals, build lasting partnerships, and grow your community
For more information on the eligibility criteria reach out to info@jcs.com.gh
ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA FOR THE GREEN BUSINESS CHALLENGE
- Age Group: Participants must be between the ages of 18 and 35 at the time of application.
- Team Composition: Participants can enter individually or as part of a team. Teams can have a maximum of 3 members. All team members must meet the age criteria.
- Idea Requirements: The business idea must focus on addressing a climate change-related issue or promoting environmental sustainability specifically sustainable packaging solutions in place of single-use plastics packages.
- Project Stage: The challenge is open to ideas at any stage of development, whether it’s a sound sustainable business concept, prototype, or an early-stage startup.
- Educational Background: Participants from any educational background are welcome. However, participants must have some knowledge in financial literacy.
- Participation Commitment: Participants must be willing to commit to the challenge timeline, including attending workshops, mentoring sessions, and the final presentation event. Teams or individuals must actively engage in all required activities throughout the competition.
- Ethical Standards: All submitted ideas must adhere to ethical standards, including but not limited to, environmental sustainability, social responsibility, and compliance with local laws and regulations.
SUGGESTED BUSINESS IDEA CATEGORIES
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Sustainable Packaging Solutions
Develop alternatives to single-use plastics, such as biodegradable, compostable, or reusable packaging.
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Eco-Friendly Products
Create or promote products made from recycled materials, organic substances, or renewable resources.
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Green Technology
Innovate technologies that help reduce carbon footprints, such as energy-efficient devices, renewable energy systems, or water conservation tools.
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Waste Reduction Initiatives
Develop programs or services that focus on reducing waste, promoting recycling, or upcycling materials.
3rd October, 2024
28th February, 2025
8th March, 2025
Business Proposal Submission: Participants must submit a detailed proposal outlining their business idea, its environmental impact, target market, and implementation strategy between 6 - 10 pages.
31st March, 2025
10 participants will be shortlisted after the presentation
30th April, 2025
Presentation of Awards
PRIZES AND REWARDS
First Place
- Cash Prize
- Mentorship
- Business Coaching
- Certificate
Second Place
- Mentorship
- Business Coaching
- Certificate
Third Place
- Business Coaching
- Certificate