Blue Carbon Plus Challenge
USD grant awarded to 1 Community-Led Enterprise
USD grant awarded to 1 Scaling Stage Innovation
USD grant awarded to 1 Pilot Stage Project
What is the BC+ Challenge
Together with Blue Carbon Plus (BC+), Hatch Blue is introducing the BC+ Challenge. A first-of-its-kind program for early-stage projects and businesses that rely on and seek to conserve & restore blue carbon coastal ecosystems.
This challenge is split into three mini-competitions, each offering $50,000 in grant funding for one team in each category:
- Pilot Stage: early-stage startups or projects in their initial development phase.
- Scaling Stage: Fully launched businesses working to scale their operations.
- Community-Led Enterprise: Enterprises owned and/or managed by community members.
The BC+ Challenge will take place 5-9 May, 2025 on-site in Singapore, culminating in a finale demo day and pitch competition where the grants will be decided for one company within each category.
What is BC+
Launched in 2024 by Conservation International and The Nature Conservancy, Blue Carbon Plus (BC+) accelerates business models that incentivize blue carbon ecosystem conservation, improve local economies with technical assistance and grant funding, and attract additional finance for scaling impact.
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Nuestra oferta
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Chance for $50,000 in grant funding. Air travel, accommodation and a per diem for Singapore is covered by the program
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Exposure to a large network of Blue Carbon-focused investors and partners through TNC, Conservation International, and Hatch Blue
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Hands-on pitch coaching in preparation for finale demo day
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Gain knowledge from subject matter experts at Conservation International, TNC and Hatch Blue
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Potential for further technical assistance from the BC+ team
Mentor sessions with industry leaders and personalized discussion opportunities
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Investment
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Contacto
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FAQs
Tuesday, 1st April 2025
5th May, 2025
The program will take place Monday - Friday, 9:00-17:00
5-9 May, 2025
On-site in Singapore
$50K USD in grant funding will be awarded for a business or project in the following categories (1 prize per category):
- Pilot Stage: Early-stage startups or projects in their initial development phase.
- Scaling Stage: Fully launched businesses working to scale their operations.
- Community-Led Enterprises: Enterprises owned and/or managed by community members
Funding for air travel, accommodation and a per diem is covered by the program.
1500 USD/person for flights
150 USD/night for accommodation
50 USD/day per diem
No, you do not need to be a registered company in order to be considered for this program.
The Blue Carbon Plus Challenge will consider applications from early-stage concept or pilot projects, community-led initiatives as well as registered companies.
Yes.
One, ideally two participants per team are required to attend the challenge.
CEO, Founder, or Co-Founder required.
Yes.
Yes. Friday May 9th will be a finale event hosting blue carbon investors, stakeholders, and industry professionals.
Your business or project will receive increased visibility and socials coverage by Conservation International, The Nature Conservancy and ORCA.
The three winners chosen for the $50K in grant funding will have some reporting requirements.
Potential for follow-on funding.
Hatch Blue was conceived in late 2017 by co-founders Carsten Krome, Georg Baunach and Wayne Murphy, with the goal to revolutionise the way we produce seafood through investing in its technological development.
There is no specific requirement for you to disclose your confidential information (including any trade secrets) or IP during your attendance. However, if you do wish to share any information with us, Hatch Blue, Conservation International, The Nature Conservancy and all founding or organizing teams will ensure that all information is kept totally confidential and will not be shared without your written permission.
Preguntas específicas del programa
How will the team define the 3 categories eligible for consideration - Pilot Stage, Scaling Stage, Community-Led Enterprises?
Pilot Stage: Really early-stage startups and pilot projects that are developing innovative solutions. These businesses should be in the initial phases of their development, offering out-of-the-box ideas.
Scaling Stage: Already fully launched and operational but still relatively young. These businesses should be working on scaling their solutions.
Community-Led Enterprises: Cooperative or community-led initiatives. Could include local cooperatives, community-based organizations, or social enterprises that prioritize community involvement and benefit.
How should I prepare for this program?
The selected participants will take part in pre-program sessions which will be held prior to the launch of the program.
How many participants will be accepted into the program?
9 teams, 2 people per team; CEO or Co-Founder required to attend.