This acceleration program encourages new ideas and their transformation into sustainable solutions. It supports teams that show motivation and know-how for impactful entrepreneurship, focused on environmental sustainability.

We look for motivated entrepreneurs, project teams, and startups with innovative solutions to solve environmental problems and needs according to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) of the UN Agenda 2030.

Awards

>> Incubation and access to the Casa do Impacto mentor network

>> Training grants (for conferences in the area of interest)

>> Presentation to potential investors

>> +30M € in prizes

Perks

>> Training and mentoring sessions, exchange of experiences and case studies

>> Rigorous monitoring of the work developed and feedback by the project monitoring team

>> Access to the program’s partner network

>> Access to workspace

Matchmaking, Bootcamp, Acceleration and Incubation

1. Matchmaking >> 2 days on the week of 6th to 12th of March (date to confirm)

2. Bootcamp >> 2 days on the week of 20th to 26th of March (date to confirm)

3. Acceleration >> from April 3rd to May 26th

4. Incubation >> from June 1st to July 31st

FAQ

Do I need to apply as a team?

You can apply individually, in a project team or through your startup.

Can I apply without any experience?

Yes. We accept highly motivated baby entrepreneurs. Convince us that you have the will, technical skills or scientific knowledge, and your home is here!

Can I apply if I already have a project running?

Yes, we accept projects made up of hands-on entrepreneurs with previous business experience and are highly motivated to develop projects with an environmental impact. We also accept startups with solutions designed under the program scope.

How much time do I need to spend to be on Triggers?

We look for fully committed entrepreneurs at a 24/7 pace. There are two days a week during the acceleration phase in mandatory work sessions. The rest of the time is to test your idea, validate it or whatever is most useful for your project to leap.

Do I have to be in Lisbon?

Not always, the Program should run in a hybrid way. If selected, project teams or startups must ensure the presence of at least one of the team members in training, mentoring and in the activities or other events that make up the Program.

Can I apply for some financial support at Casa do Impacto?

Projects that complete the acceleration phase are eligible to present themselves as candidates for financial support under the +PLUS 2022 Program, directly entering its second selection phase.