OVERVIEW

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.

Congratulations to our Global Impact Challenge Winners

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.

WINNING COMPANY

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

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

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 ground breaking 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.

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 ground breaking 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

Selection Criteria

These selection criteria will help us identify and support startups and entrepreneurs who are actively working towards creating sustainable and impactful solutions aligned with our mission and vision.

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

Includes showcasing tangible outcomes, data-driven results, or successful implementation of solutions that have positively influenced sustainability, carbon reduction, biodiversity, or other environmental aspects. While not mandatory, we highly value applicants who can demonstrate a proven impact on climate and the environment.

THRIVE Global Impact Challenge Timeline

Applications Open

May 6, 2024

Applications Close

July 12, 2024

Applications Review

August 2024

Select Finalists

September 2024

Live Pitch Event

November 7, 2024
STARTUP & SCALEUP

Meet our Finalists

Challenges Filters Dynamic
Agteria Biotech

Reducing & Offsetting GHG Emissions

Betterseeds

Reducing & Offsetting GHG Emissions

Cetos

Cleantech: Water & Energy

DeepAgro

Food Security & Waste Reduction

Earnest

Soil Health & Biodiversity

Efpolymer

Cleantech: Water & Energy

Emgenisys

Nutrition & Health

farmdar

Food Security & Waste Reduction

Kokomodo

Nutrition & Health

Nanosur

Soil Health & Biodiversity

NXW

Nutrition & Health

Puna.bio

Soil Health & Biodiversity

Scoutlabs

Food Security & Waste Reduction​

Solar Steam Inc

Cleantech: Water & Energy

Terradot

Reducing & Offsetting GHG Emissions

Our Challenge Partners

Sponsors

We offer a range of sponsorship packages tailored to suit your organization’s goals and budget. Each package includes a variety of benefits designed to maximize your impact and visibility at the summit. If you are interested in Summit Sponsorship opportunities please connect with us here.

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