THRIVE 2024 Global Impact Challenge for Innovative Startups

Published: 01 Jul 2024

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

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 groundbreaking 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 Challenge

Application Deadline	July 12, 2024
Funding Type	Fully Funded
Type	Entrepreneurs
Sponsor	THRIVE
Gender	Men and Women

Benefits of THRIVE Global Impact Challenge

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:

• A place on THRIVE’s award-winning Global Accelerator Program
• Investment from SVG Ventures up to $1 Million USD
• Opportunity to pitch live at THRIVE Global Impact Summit in Silicon Valley
• Two Complimentary tickets to attend THRIVE Global Impact Summit & pre-summit networking reception

Requirements for THRIVE Global Impact Challenge

Startups should be Seed to Series A with technologies focused in the following areas:

• Soil health & Biodiversity
  • Regenerative agriculture
  • Ag biotechnology
  • Alternative fertilizers
  • Alternative pesticides & herbicides
  • Crop nutrition & novel inputs
  • Biostimulants
  • Water management.
• Increasing food security
  • Alternative proteins
  • Food loss prevention
  • Circular economy
  • Indoor farming
  • Supply chain solutions
  • Packaging
  • Functional Ingredients.
• Reducing and offsetting emissions
  • Carbon sequestration
  • Carbon measurement
  • Carbon markets
  • Reducing animal emissions and animal cruelty
  • Robotics & automation
  • On-farm emissions reduction.

Selection Process

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

Application Deadline

July 12, 2024

How to Apply

Interested and qualified? Go to THRIVE on airtable.com to apply