The Second Call for the Green Business Competitions | Ghana Climate Innovation Centre (GCIC)

Year started: October 17, 2024 | Current status: Applications opened

Business stage:
Early
Startup (Post-revenue)

Sector:
Agriculture & Food
Energy
Energy
Environment
Water & Sanitation

Duration: 6 months | Mode: In-person and Virtual | Participation Fee: Free

Receiving applications: Yes – Registration link: | Deadline: October 31, 2024

Number of participant accepted per cohort:

Location(s): Ghana – Greater Accra – Accra | Ghana – Bono East – N/A | Ghana – Ashanti – N/A | Ghana – Bono – N/A | Ghana – Ahafo – N/A |

Brief Description

Registered & operational in Ghana for at least 3 years.
Minimum gross revenue P/A of GHC500,000 in the last two fiscal years.
At least 3 three full time employees.
Must operate in one of GCIC’s five sectors: Climate Smart agriculture, Waste Management, Energy Efficiency, Water Supply Management & Purification, and Renewable Energy.
High growth potential businesses outside of the mainstream sectors above may apply if they are keen to green or decarbonize their production, manufacturing & operational processes.
MSME’s in other sectors with innovative business models and products are eligible to apply.
Businesses located in Greater Accra, Ashanti , Bono, Bono East, and Ahafo regions are encouraged to apply
Women led or owned businesses are particularly encouraged to apply

Training details

Describe the format of your programme.:

This program is an incredible opportunity for Ghanaian businesses focused on sustainability and innovation to get the support they need.
What’s in it for you?
✅ Six months of tailored business development support
✅ Up to €10,000 to help scale your green initiatives
💼 We’re particularly encouraging women-led businesses to apply!

Brief detail of instructors used:

Current Partners and Funders

Implemented with: Ashesi University

Other partners and funders: GIZ

Support provided

Non Financial Support Provided: Technical Assistance & Capacity Building

Financial Support Provided: Grant