Welcome to the Green Alternatives for European Autonomy (GAEA) Open Innovation Program.
GAEA stands at the forefront of Europe’s quest for sustainable development and energy autonomy. Aligned with the European Green Deal, GAEA actively contributes to Europe’s response to global environmental challenges and the geopolitical landscape, particularly in the wake of the Russia-Ukraine conflict. By fostering innovation and entrepreneurship in the green energy sector, GAEA not only addresses immediate regional needs but also plays a crucial role in shaping a resilient and autonomous European future.
GAEA is designed for innovators who want to transform their ideas into sustainable innovations and for researchers who want to engage in cutting-edge projects by bringing scientific discoveries to market.
This is a pivotal moment to engage with the GAEA Project – your gateway to the heart of Europe’s dynamic open innovation program towards energy autonomy.
Embrace this opportunity with GAEA and join the path towards a greener, more resilient, and sustainable future.
Let’s innovate, transform, and lead the change in shaping the energy-autonomous Europe of the future.
Eligible candidates include graduates of the Ideation Generation Phase, as well as other teams or individuals interested in participating, provided they do not have a legal entity and want to develop an innovative solution in one of the Thematic Challenges set by GAEA
Τhe program supports participants through a blend of theoretical knowledge and practical application. It offers access to methodological business planning tools, opportunities for networking with industry leaders, and exposure to real-world business scenarios. This holistic approach ensures that participants not only learn the fundamentals of entrepreneurship but also apply these concepts to develop their business ideas effectively.
Teams do not need to have prior knowledge of how to implement their idea. All participants can attend the Bootcamp Trainings where training will be provided with the help of mentors.
Participants in the Pre-Acceleration Program should expect a 4-week intensive journey, which includes one-on-one mentoring sessions and bootcamp trainings. The program is designed to be immersive, requiring active participation and engagement in various activities and workshops to fully benefit from the learning experience.
The start date for submission forms is 11th December 2023, and the closing date is 15th February 2024.
Although the participation of individuals is allowed, it is encouraged to participate in groups of up to 5 persons.
Each business group should consist of 2 to 5 people. The best five teams of the Interregional Competition should have at least 3 members each.
The intellectual property of the idea to be developed belongs exclusively to the participating team.
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