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What is GreenTech Innovation Challenge?
The Fidelity GreenTech Innovation Challenge has been launched to support groundbreaking GreenTech solutions that address key challenges within Ghana's agricultural value chain. The challenge will offer entrepreneurs business development support, coaching/mentorship and over GHS 1 million in grants! The challenge targets three tiers of entrepreneurs, each at different stages of development: Ideation, Scale Up, and Commercialization. Our goal is to foster sustainable innovations that can transform the agricultural landscape in Ghana.
Which Category is Right for You?
Choose from the three tiers of participation
Ideation
Turn Your Bright Idea into a GreenTech Solution! For innovators with new and groundbreaking ideas that can address specific challenges in agriculture. We're looking for fresh concepts ready to be turned into actionable solutions. Win up to GHS 50,000 in grants!
Scale Up
Scale Your Proven GreenTech Innovation! For businesses with established GreenTech solutions that have proven success and are ready to expand. We help you elevate your impact and grow your business. Win up to GHS 100,000 in grants!
Market Expansion
Take Your GreenTech to New Markets! For established businesses with market-ready products looking to expand their reach. We support you in taking your solutions to wider markets and achieving commercial success. Win up to GHS 200,000 in grants!
Why Participate?
Participating in the Fidelity GreenTech Innovation Challenge offers a multitude of benefits including:
- Access to over GHS 1 million
- Mentorship from industry experts.
- Networking opportunities with key stakeholders.
- Exposure and visibility for your business.
- Potential partnerships and market expansion.
Focus Areas of the Challenge
Precision Agriculture
Solutions enhancing crop monitoring, irrigation, and resource management.
Post-Harvest Management
Innovations reducing post-harvest losses and adding value to agricultural products.
Digital Finance Services
Fintech solutions improving financial access for farmers.
Climate-Smart Agriculture
Technologies promoting sustainable farming practices.
Value Chain Optimization
Solutions enhancing efficiency and profitability in agricultural value chains.
Eligibility Criteria
Innovation: The idea should be innovative and address a clear agricultural challenge.
Feasibility: The proposal should demonstrate the feasibility of the idea and its potential for development.
Impact: The proposed solution should have the potential to significantly impact the agricultural sector.
Team Composition: A cross-functional team with relevant skills and expertise.
Parties Invited to Apply: TVET Graduates, Smallholder Farmers, Tertiary education students with innovative and scalable ideas.
Established Business: The applicant must have an established business with a proven track record.
Scalability: The proposed solution should demonstrate potential for scaling up.
Impact: The solution should address a significant agricultural challenge and have a measurable impact.
Sustainability: The proposal should include a plan for long-term sustainability.
Mentorship Needs: A clear outline of the technical assistance and mentorship required for scaling up.
Market Readiness: The solution should be market-ready and demonstrate potential for commercial success.
Market Readiness: The solution should be market-ready and demonstrate potential for commercial success.
Scalability: The proposed solution should demonstrate potential for scaling up.
Impact on Smallholder Farmers: The solution should improve the livelihoods of smallholder farmers.
Sustainability: The proposal should include a detailed plan for market expansion and long-term sustainability.
Financial Viability: A clear financial plan demonstrating the viability of the solution in the market.
Mentorship Needs: A detailed outline of the technical assistance and mentorship required for market expansion.
Programme Benefits
This is what you can get from our programme.
Promote Innovation
Encourage the development of innovative and technological solutions to improve agricultural productivity and sustainability in Ghana.
Support Young Entrepreneurs
Provide financial and non-financial support to youth-led GreenTech businesses.
Enhance Market Linkages
Improve access to markets for smallholder farmers through digital platforms and structured trade channels.
Foster Inclusive Growth
Involve Universities to leverage research and fresh ideas while ensuring projects are viable and practical
