Are you ready to drive the next wave of sustainable innovation?

Applications are now open for the Deep Green Innovators program. If you want to make a difference in the green transition, this is your chance to be part of something bigger—to innovate, collaborate, and create solutions that could change the world.

Deep Green Innovators is designed to bridge the gap between groundbreaking research and real-world entrepreneurial solutions. As a participant, you will join the program as an entrepreneur with the goal of starting a new business together with your teammates.

So, if you are eager to start your own sustainable business, but you don’t have the perfect idea – or someone to team up with? Then the Deep Green Innovators program is the perfect way for you to take the first step on your entrepreneurial journey.

Through workshops, you will discover the latest research results within circular economy and work on turning them into sustainable solutions. You will work with like-minded peers from different backgrounds, who share your passion for sustainability and entrepreneurship. And you will receive guidance from experienced business developers along the process.

As a participant of Deep Green Innovators, you’ll have the unique opportunity to:

Engage with Cutting-Edge Research: Immerse yourself in the latest studies and discoveries in circular economy, from material recycling and waste reduction to innovative water systems and sustainable design principles.

Collaborate with Like-Minded Peers: Work alongside individuals who share your passion for sustainability and entrepreneurship. Your fellow participants will come from diverse backgrounds, including engineering, business, science, and the arts, bringing a rich mix of perspectives to the table.

Transform Ideas into Action: Through a structured process that includes online and in person workshop sessions, team formation, an intensive 3-day incubation kickoff and a 6 month incubation phase, you’ll develop and refine your startup idea, with the potential to create tangible solutions for today’s most pressing sustainability challenges.

Receive Expert Guidance: Throughout the program, you’ll be supported by seasoned business developers and academics who will help you navigate the complexities of turning research into viable business opportunities.

Deep Green Innovators is a collaborative initiative led by Aarhus University, Aalborg University, and Copenhagen Business School, with support from The Danish Industry Foundation. The program is hosted by the innovation hubs at these universities—The Kitchen (Aarhus), AAU INNOVATE (Aalborg), and Copenhagen School of Entrepreneurship (Copenhagen). As a participant, you’ll be affiliated with one of these hubs, depending on your location and team.

Deadline for applications is October 6.