Get the chance to win a 30k prize, and change the path of your startup.
The international sustainability competition for startups turning digital solutions into scalable impact.
The DWP Startup Global Award is an international prize competition, organized by GeSI and Unicorn Factory Lisboa, to recognize the contribution of startups to the deployment and scaling of impactful sustainable solutions.
This initiative is part of the Digital with Purpose movement, created to promote the transformational impact of digital technologies in our ability to meet the 2030 Agenda, and the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
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We’re looking for startups with innovative tech solutions, a clear sustainability commitment with United Nation’s Sustainable Development Goals, at a minimum MVP stage.
Who can apply
Areas of interest
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Climate tech and carbon reduction
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Sustainable cities and mobility
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Circular economy and waste management
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Biodiversity and ecosystem conservation
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Clean energy and electrification
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Digital inclusion, trust and responsibility
These are indicative categories. If you’re impacting the SDGs in any other way, your startup can still apply.
You can check all information on our Prize Regulation and FAQs.
What's in it for you
Get ready to win a €30,000 prize and stand on stage while pitching at the grand Digital With Purpose Global Summit, October 27-28, in Brussels. Travel and accommodation expenses are covered by the prize organization, upon approval.
If you win.
If you apply.
All startups receive 4 months of access to Unicorn Factory Lisboa's greenhub membership - an innovation hub for green-centered stakeholders - with exclusive mentorship opportunities, networking and an anchored community.
Think you have what it takes?
Timeline
Application fee.
EARLY BIRD FEE | €200 + VAT
No risk, all reward—your application comes bundled with 4 months of community, opportunities, and support at Unicorn Factory Lisboa’s greenhub.
Don’t miss your chance to be featured at the DWP Global Summit, present your startup to an international audience, and win a prize of €30,000.
Application fees will go up on September 15th.
Still have questions?
Read our Prize Regulation and FAQs.
For any other clarification, contact us at dwp@unicornfactorylisboa.com