• - December 11, 2022

The THRIVE | Shell Climate-Smart Agriculture Challenge aims to identify and support top start-up and scale-up innovators driving the global transformation to climate-smart agriculture practices. The challenge aligns with Shell’s Powering Progress strategy and the U.N.’s Sustainable Development Goals.

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The fundamental goal of the challenge is to identify and promote innovations that help farmers to:

ENHANCE LAND: Solutions that promote carbon sequestration and avoid emissions while improving soil health.

CONNECT FARMS: Solutions to improve farm connectivity to access carbon markets and carbon financing.

MEASURE SOIL: Solutions that measure and quantify soil carbon, health, and greenhouse gas emissions.

The Climate-Smart Agriculture Challenge is open to start-ups and scale-ups located around the world:

START-UPS:
  • Pre-seed to seed stage
  • Start-ups will be screened based on:
    • Novel – is the idea fundamentally different, disruptive, and unproven?
    • Valuable – could the idea create substantial new value if it works?
    • Doable – is there a plan to prove the concept quickly and affordably?
    • Relevant – is the idea relevant to the future of climate-smart agriculture?
SCALE-UPS:
  • Series A +
  • Proven scalability of a base business and formalized business model
  • A detailed plan outlining:
    • Marketing reach
    • Team structure
    • Key product offering

 

Benefits

The winners will receive::

  • Up to $100,000 in funding to develop a proof of concept
  • Considered or eligible for investment from Shell Ventures if investment criteria met
  • Acceptance into the Shell GameChanger program with access to coaching and additional funding opportunities
  • Receive automatic nomination for THRIVE’s TOP 50 AgTech & FoodTech Listings
  • Potential pilot opportunities with Shell
  • Brand recognition through THRIVE media and brand exposure across various channels
  • Selected applicants will secure placement in THRIVE’s Accelerator Program in 2024
  • Access THRIVE’s extensive ecosystem of industry experts & receive focused startup coaching
  • Be shortlisted for future partnership opportunities with THRIVE’s network

Eligibilities

If the applicant’s start-up or scale-up company fits with the challenge themes given on the website, they can apply.

Eligible Regions: Open for All

Application Process

  • Use apply now link to apply through online application process.

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Application Deadline: December 11, 2022

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For any query: Email: [email protected]
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