UNIDO Global Cleantech Innovation Programme in Nigeria

Deadline: 21-Jul-22

Are you a cleantech startup looking to scale your business and enhanced market competitiveness? Apply to the Global Cleantech Innovation Programme (GCIP) and get access to key networks, industry experts and personalised business support.

The Global Environment Facility (GEF) on the Global Cleantech Innovation Program (GCIP) aimed at fostering cleantech innovation and entrepreneurship ecosystems in emerging markets and developing economies.

The Global Cleantech Innovation Program (GCIP) is a United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO)-led programme, funded by the Global Environment Facility (GEF), promoting cleantech innovation and entrepreneurship to address the most pressing climate and environmental challenges.

Joining the GCIP accelerator gives you the opportunity to be part of an emerging cleantech community in Nigeria that includes key players such as the government, business institutions and investors, innovation experts and tech enthusiasts. Make an impact through your innovation and get access to a wide network of industry experts and leaders.

What makes GCIP beneficial for you/your company?

• Access to high-impact capacity building sessions delivered by innovative business and cleantech leaders
• Linkage with mentors and industry experts for targeted advisory support along the journey
• Access to capital through relationship with strategic investors, VC firms, and other financing institutions 
• Opportunity to actively contribute to the national and global cleantech innovation ecosystem 
• Amplify your impact through National and Global events and showcases
• Opportunity to scale your innovative cleantech solution in Nigeria and beyond through strategic linkages
• Connection with large scale cleantech companies across the globe for possible collaborations

Eligibility Criteria

They are looking for early-stage startups that have the following:

• An already developed innovative technology-based product (prototype or an existing solution in the market) 
• A solution that falls under any of the following cleantech categories with particular attention to solutions that improve energy access in underserved regions:
  • Energy Efficiency
  • Renewable Energy
  • Waste Benefit
  • Green Buildings
  • Transportation
  • Advanced Materials and Chemicals
  • A well- rounded and committed team with complementary skills.
• The application is open to all Nigerian based cleantech startups and innovators. Learn more about the Global Cleantech Innovation Program and apply here: (Under “country”, select Nigeria).