The results of the first round of the Renewable Energy & Adaptation to Climate Change Window (REACT) have been announced by the Africa Enterprise Challenge Fund (AECF). The competition is held to promote business innovation in the East African Community (EAC), and it is open to eligible … [Read more...] about AECF awards US$ 9.2 m to 11 E. Africa firms
World Habitat Awards accepting submissions
The World Habitat Awards are now open to accepting submissions. The Awards are given annually to projects from global North as well as the South that provide practical and innovative solutions to current housing needs and problems.The Awards provide the winners with international recognition and … [Read more...] about World Habitat Awards accepting submissions
Call for Nominations – Opportunity Green OG25 Awards
Opportunity Green has invited proposals from innovative enterprises that are working to herald a bright future in their respective industries. This year, the competition will enter its third year. It is an open business competition where the most promising innovators, who aim to create a sustainable … [Read more...] about Call for Nominations – Opportunity Green OG25 Awards
Foster School’s Global Business Centre invites entries for Social Entrepreneurship Competition 2012
The Global Business Center of Foster School is currently seeking entries for the Global Social Entrepreneurship Competition (GSEC) 2012. The GSEC is a leading-edge international social venture plan competition, where interdisciplinary student teams from around the world propose creative, … [Read more...] about Foster School’s Global Business Centre invites entries for Social Entrepreneurship Competition 2012
ITDP Invites Nominations for 2012 Sustainable Transport Award from cities and regions implementing innovative solutions to reduce traffic pollution
The Institute for Transportation and Development Policy (ITDP) is dedicated towards finding transport solutions that can result in reducing greenhouse gas emissions, reduce poverty, and advance the quality of urban life. ITDP is currently inviting nominations for 2012 Sustainable Transport Award … [Read more...] about ITDP Invites Nominations for 2012 Sustainable Transport Award from cities and regions implementing innovative solutions to reduce traffic pollution
The Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation Seeks Applications from U.S. Graduates with business ideas for Global Scholars Program
The Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation is expanding its Global Scholars Program and inviting applications from U.S. college graduates to join scholars from other parts of the world. This is an opportunity for the U.S college graduates with innovative business ideas in science, technology and … [Read more...] about The Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation Seeks Applications from U.S. Graduates with business ideas for Global Scholars Program
Nominations invited from innovative works for the prestigious biennial Prince Sultan Bin Abdulaziz International Prize for Water
Nominations are now open for the 5th Prince Sultan Bin Abdulaziz International Prize for Water (PSIPW). The prize is aimed at recognizing the efforts of scientists, inventors and research organizations around the world in water related fields. PSIPW acknowledges exceptional and innovative work … [Read more...] about Nominations invited from innovative works for the prestigious biennial Prince Sultan Bin Abdulaziz International Prize for Water
Surya Nepal Asha Social Entrepreneurship Award 2011: Nominations invited from innovative and sustainable ventures
Applications and nominations are now open for the Surya Nepal Asha Social Entrepreneurship Award (SNASEA) 2011 aimed at recognizing the achievements of social entrepreneurs, whose services have till now have remained hidden. If you are one of them or if you know a deserving social entrepreneur you … [Read more...] about Surya Nepal Asha Social Entrepreneurship Award 2011: Nominations invited from innovative and sustainable ventures
Buckminster Fuller Challenge $100,000 award from innovative initiatives having potential to solve humanity’s most pressing problems
Entries are now open for the Buckminster Fuller Challenge Award 2011 worth $100,000 in prize money aimed at supporting the development and implementation of a strategy that has significant potential to solve humanity’s most pressing problems. Buckminster Fuller Challenge: Program Goals The … [Read more...] about Buckminster Fuller Challenge $100,000 award from innovative initiatives having potential to solve humanity’s most pressing problems
Pac Rim on Disability & Diversity seeks innovative proposals for the conference to be held in Hawaii during March, 2012
The Pacific Rim International Conference (Pac Rim) on Disability & Diversity has been widely recognized over the past 27 years as one of the most “diverse gatherings” in the world. The event encourages and respects voices from “diverse” perspective across numerous areas, including: voices from … [Read more...] about Pac Rim on Disability & Diversity seeks innovative proposals for the conference to be held in Hawaii during March, 2012
