[Ashoka] Call for Applications: Circular ClimAccelerator Philippines

Calling all startups advocating for circularity!

The Circular ClimAccelerator Philippines is a program to accelerate the adoption of circular economy and resource efficiency in the Philippines. It is looking to support impactful startups that are committed to adopting circular economy principles and reducing waste and emissions. 

This 6-month program seeks to identify, support, and scale startups developing solutions to transition from a linear to a circular economy, addressing critical sustainability challenges and fostering economic growth through resource efficiency and waste reduction.

Circular ClimAccelerator Philippines aims to:

1. 
   Identify and support up to 10 high-potential circular economy startups with market-based models that directly address climate challenges in the Philippines, emphasizing gender equality and empowerment while maximizing positive climate impact;
2. 
   Enable and support sustainable livelihoods for women and underserved local communities, promoting environmentally sustainable business practices, economic empowerment, and social inclusion.

Interested individuals can apply through this link: https://bit.ly/CircularClimAcceleratorPH

The deadline for applications is on January 19, 2025 (11:59 PM +8 GMT).

For more information, visit: https://villgrophilippines.org/climaccelerator/

Circular ClimAccelerator Philippines is designed and implemented by Villgro Philippines in collaboration with EIT Climate-KIC.