Scaling the Edge Net Zero programme

Apply for the intensive 8-week programme that supports businesses to validate and accelerate their net zero products or services.

This 8-week programme will enable businesses within Northern Ireland to innovate faster, maintain a competitive position in global markets and increase productivity. This will all be achieved with the guidance and support of a highly experienced team of entrepreneurs and business coaches.

Why should I apply?

• Expert training by seasoned entrepreneurs at a 2-day online bootcamp delivered by a renowned team with substantial innovation to commercialisation expertise.
• A fully funded 8-week programme with an allocation of up to 4 places per team.
• £5,000 funding available for market testing and validation
• Four step methodology with ongoing tailored support and guidance for market discovery and digital testing:
  • value proposition design
  • business model canvas design
  • business ideas testing
  • market engagement
• Upskill and incentivise staff and radically change innovation culture.
• Cutting time to market and improved bottom line through commercially validating new/improved product ideas and markets.
• Identify routes to follow on funding with partners including Innovate UK.

Who should apply?

This is a programme for companies that are seeking to validate their net zero products or services with potential customers. The net zero focus areas are:

• energy
• water
• transport
• decarbonisation
• agriculture
• circular economy
• building and infrastructure
• supply chain
• climate solutions and any related fields.

Applications are encouraged from under-represented groups including, companies with female-led project teams and companies located outside of greater Belfast area.

How can I apply?

Find out further information and how to apply to the Scaling the Edge Net Zero programme.

First published 7 May 2024