Deadline: September 15, 2025 The INDIA DeepSpark program by AUM Ventures is now accepting applications to support early-stage DeepTech founders seeking their first institutional investment. The focus sectors include SpaceTech, Semiconductors, DefenseTech, Robotics, and Manufacturing. The … [Read more...] about INDIA DeepSpark Program to Support Early-Stage DeepTech Founders
Call for Applications: merSETA Discretionary Grants Program (South Africa)
Deadline: September 05, 2025 The Manufacturing, Engineering and Related Services Sector Education and Training Authority (merSETA) has extended the call for applications for its Special Funding Window for Discretionary Grants for the 2025/26 financial year. This funding window aims to … [Read more...] about Call for Applications: merSETA Discretionary Grants Program (South Africa)
Request for Proposals: AID4SME Combined AI and Data Technologies Grant Programme
Deadline: September 11, 2025 The AID4SME project opens a significant opportunity for SMEs and Start-ups to develop innovative combined AI and data solutions aimed at addressing large-scale industrial resource optimization challenges aligned with environmental sustainability and industry … [Read more...] about Request for Proposals: AID4SME Combined AI and Data Technologies Grant Programme
Open Call: Pre-Accelerator Program to Support Growth-Stage Startups (Kosovo)
Deadline: September 07, 2025 The Pre-Accelerator is a national-level program designed to support growth-stage startups in Kosovo that are ready to scale, access new markets, and prepare for investment. The focus areas of the program are Digital & SaaS, Green and Circular Economy, … [Read more...] about Open Call: Pre-Accelerator Program to Support Growth-Stage Startups (Kosovo)
Circularity Sub-Programme Funding for Sustainable Vehicle Life Cycle (Sweden)
Deadline: October 01, 2025 The Circularity sub-programme under the Automotive Strategic Research and Innovation (FFI) collaboration supports research and development activities aimed at minimizing the climate and environmental impact of vehicle production, operation, and decommissioning through … [Read more...] about Circularity Sub-Programme Funding for Sustainable Vehicle Life Cycle (Sweden)
Impact Innovation Call to Strengthen Competence for Net Zero Swedish Industry
Deadline: September 30, 2025 Net Zero Industry has launched a call for proposals closing on 30 September 2025 at 2:00 PM to finance strategic competence initiatives that contribute to a competitive, resource-efficient, and resilient Swedish manufacturing industry with net zero greenhouse gas … [Read more...] about Impact Innovation Call to Strengthen Competence for Net Zero Swedish Industry
Submit Applications for Eastern Cape Innovation Challenge (South Africa)
Deadline: September 25, 2025 The EC Innovation Challenge seeks to combat unemployment and drive socio-economic growth by empowering participants to create innovative solutions to pressing societal issues. The focus is on Agriculture (Agro-processing and Aquaculture): Sustainable … [Read more...] about Submit Applications for Eastern Cape Innovation Challenge (South Africa)
Innovation Challenge for Accurate Measurement of Coated Glass Temperature (United Kingdom)
Deadline: September 17, 2025 The European glass manufacturing company Pilkington invites technology innovators to develop improved solutions for measuring the temperature of coated glass during manufacturing processes to enhance quality and control. The main focus areas include addressing … [Read more...] about Innovation Challenge for Accurate Measurement of Coated Glass Temperature (United Kingdom)
Open Call: Innovation Challenge for Recyclable Biocomposite Panel Binders (United Kingdom)
Deadline: September 17, 2025 Innovators are invited to develop and evaluate binder systems or bio-resin solutions that enable biocomposite panels to be fully recyclable, enhancing circularity in sustainable construction materials. The focus areas are binders or resins compatible with … [Read more...] about Open Call: Innovation Challenge for Recyclable Biocomposite Panel Binders (United Kingdom)
Innovation Exchange Challenge: Valorisation of Paint Waste from Vessel and Equipment Cleaning (UK)
Deadline: September 17, 2025 PPG seeks innovators to provide sustainable and circular solutions for valorising paint waste from vessel and equipment cleaning. The focus areas of this challenge are the valorisation of the filter cake, the cake properties and the properties and processes … [Read more...] about Innovation Exchange Challenge: Valorisation of Paint Waste from Vessel and Equipment Cleaning (UK)
