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A Launchpad for Green Entrepreneurship

Ideation & Regional Innovation Competitions

The GAEA Pre-Acceleration Program is a 4-week preparatory journey designed to empower participants to take their first steps towards entrepreneurship. This program immerses them in fundamental business concepts and methodologies, guiding them from the inception of ideas to the formation of entrepreneurial teams.

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Raw Materials

Exploration and raw materials resource assessment
Raw Materials

Mining in Challenging Environments
Raw Materials

Increased Resource Efficiency in Mineral and Metallurgical Processes
Raw Materials

Recycling and material chain optimisation for End-of-Life products
Raw Materials

Substitution of Critical and Toxic Materials in Products and for Optimized Performance
Raw Materials

Design of Products and Services for the Circular Economy

Innovation Areas

Throughout the program, participants will navigate through ten Innovation Areas, each focusing on different aspects of green European autonomy business development and green entrepreneurship. The journey includes one-on-one mentoring sessions and 4 intensive bootcamp trainings, providing a comprehensive learning experience.

By the end of the Pre-Acceleration Program, participants will be equipped with the necessary tools and preparation to compete in the grand finale of GAEA.

They will be ready to showcase their innovative solutions, compete for prestigious awards, and make their mark in the world of green technology and sustainable business.

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Our Approach

Apply with or without an idea

4 training sessions and 1 on 1 mentoring to develop your idea and complete your application for the Interregional Pitching Competition

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Attend the first bootcamp training and experience the challenges of the competition

Have you come up with an innovative idea? Present it to the participants and form the strongest team!

The process

Create an Innovative Idea

Find your team

Develop your idea and apply to the Final Pitching Competition

Get specialized mentoring

Get your certificate of attendance

Bootcamps Program

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  • 1st Bootcamp Training – Wednesday 21st February 2024
14:00 – 14:30
Attendance & Registration
14:00 – 14:30
14:30 – 14:45
Welcome – Opening Remarks | Green Alternatives for European Autonomy (GAEA)
Host: Niki Karali, CIO, Mantis Beyond Innovation
14:30 – 14:45
14:45 – 15:00
Salutation
Speaker: Minister of Environment & Energy of
14:45 – 15:00
15:00 – 15:15
European Green Deal & the war in Ukraine: The societal, financial, and environmental aftermath and way forward
• Speaker #1: PaC representative
• Speaker #2: PaC representative
• Speaker #3: PaC representative
15:00 – 15:15
15:15 – 15:45
GAEA: General Description of the Program as a whole
Speaker: OC representative
15:15 – 15:45
16:45 – 17:30
Networking
16:45 – 17:30
  • 2nd Bootcamp Training – Wednesday 28th February 2024
14:00 – 14:30
Attendance & Registration
14:00 – 14:30
14:30 – 14:45
Welcome – Opening Remarks | Green Alternatives for European Autonomy (GAEA)
Host: Niki Karali, CIO, Mantis Beyond Innovation
14:30 – 14:45
14:45 – 15:00
Salutation
Speaker: Minister of Environment & Energy of
14:45 – 15:00
15:00 – 15:15
European Green Deal & the war in Ukraine: The societal, financial, and environmental aftermath and way forward
• Speaker #1: PaC representative
• Speaker #2: PaC representative
• Speaker #3: PaC representative
15:00 – 15:15
15:15 – 15:45
GAEA: General Description of the Program as a whole
Speaker: OC representative
15:15 – 15:45
15:45 – 16:15
Program’s Procedures and Upcoming Activities – Open Call for Firms Visits and the Pre-Acceleration Program
Speaker: OC representative
15:45 – 16:15
16:15 – 16:30
Brief representation of all GAEA Thematic Challenges
Speaker: OC representative
16:15 – 16:30
16:30 – 16:45
Q&A and Final Remarks
Host: OC representative
16:30 – 16:45
16:45 – 17:30
Networking
16:45 – 17:30
  • 3rd Bootcamp Training – Wednesday 6th March 2024
14:00 – 14:30
Attendance & Registration
14:00 – 14:30
14:30 – 14:45
Welcome – Opening Remarks | Green Alternatives for European Autonomy (GAEA)
Host: Niki Karali, CIO, Mantis Beyond Innovation
14:30 – 14:45
14:45 – 15:00
Salutation
Speaker: Minister of Environment & Energy of
14:45 – 15:00
15:00 – 15:15
European Green Deal & the war in Ukraine: The societal, financial, and environmental aftermath and way forward
• Speaker #1: PaC representative
• Speaker #2: PaC representative
• Speaker #3: PaC representative
15:00 – 15:15
15:15 – 15:45
GAEA: General Description of the Program as a whole
Speaker: OC representative
15:15 – 15:45
15:45 – 16:15
Program’s Procedures and Upcoming Activities – Open Call for Firms Visits and the Pre-Acceleration Program
Speaker: OC representative
15:45 – 16:15
16:15 – 16:30
Brief representation of all GAEA Thematic Challenges
Speaker: OC representative
16:15 – 16:30
16:30 – 16:45
Q&A and Final Remarks
Host: OC representative
16:30 – 16:45
16:45 – 17:30
Networking
16:45 – 17:30
  • 4th Bootcamp Training – Wednesday 20th March 2024
14:00 – 14:30
Attendance & Registration
14:00 – 14:30
14:30 – 14:45
Welcome – Opening Remarks | Green Alternatives for European Autonomy (GAEA)
Host: Niki Karali, CIO, Mantis Beyond Innovation
14:30 – 14:45
14:45 – 15:00
Salutation
Speaker: Minister of Environment & Energy of
14:45 – 15:00
15:00 – 15:15
European Green Deal & the war in Ukraine: The societal, financial, and environmental aftermath and way forward
• Speaker #1: PaC representative
• Speaker #2: PaC representative
• Speaker #3: PaC representative
15:00 – 15:15
15:15 – 15:45
GAEA: General Description of the Program as a whole
Speaker: OC representative
15:15 – 15:45
15:45 – 16:15
Program’s Procedures and Upcoming Activities – Open Call for Firms Visits and the Pre-Acceleration Program
Speaker: OC representative
15:45 – 16:15
16:15 – 16:30
Brief representation of all GAEA Thematic Challenges
Speaker: OC representative
16:15 – 16:30
16:30 – 16:45
Q&A and Final Remarks
Host: OC representative
16:30 – 16:45
16:45 – 17:30
Networking
16:45 – 17:30

I have an innovative idea

Make it a reality with the guidance of experienced mentors and a comprehensive training program! Whether you're on your own or with your team, join the program and start the journey.

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Why attend:

  • Find experienced members for your team based on your needs
  • Develop your idea

Or

I want to find a team

Want to take your first steps in entrepreneurship but don't know how? Meet ideas and young entrepreneurs, highlight your strengths, partner with them, and get started together. 4 roles to claim: Business Expert, Tech Expert, Scientific Expert, Legal Advisor.

Apply here

Why attend:

  • Spot the most innovative idea and the most competent partners!
  • Develop your knowledge in your chosen role!
  • Get access to training material, Bootcamp Trainings, and 1-to-1 consulting

FAQ

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.

The intellectual property of the idea to be developed belongs exclusively to the participating team.

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