European Innovation Ecosystems: WE-RISE 1st Open Call

WE-RISE 1st Open Call (Women Entrepreneurs in Renewable, Innovative, and Sustainable Enterprises), finenced by HORIZON-EIE-2024-CONNECT-01 Aim of the Call The Open Call aims to attract and select 20 women-led tech startups in GreenTech, AgriTech, and ClimateTech sectors, particularly from emerging European countries, with ambition to enhance their impact and market presence. Selection of the startups will give them the opportunity to participate in the WE-RISE Support Program which is made of 2 phases: Phase 1 – Nurture: Cultivating Strategy & Empowerment In this first phase of the project, 20 selected startups will embark on a 3-month intensive support program designed to strengthen their business strategy and accelerate growth. Each startup will receive a €5,000 grant to cover travel expenses for participating in exhibitions, fairs, and investor meetings, ensuring exposure to key industry stakeholders. Phase 2 – Bloom: from Strategy to Acceleration In this phase of the project, 10 of the most promising startups from 20 selected in Phase 1, will be selected to advance into the acceleration stage, where they will receive tailored support to implement their Strategic Action Plans (SAPs). Each of these startups will be awarded a €50,000 grant to fuel their growth, covering essential activities such...