CARBONICA: Until 5/30/25 applications for inclusion in the business accelerator 

Those interested in joining the business accelerator (Accelerator) <a href="https://espa.io/business_type/nees-epixeiriseis-epidotisi/" have the opportunity to submit their application until May 30, 2025 target=”_blank” rel=”noreferrer noopener”>newbies startups and small and medium businesses (MME), which was launched in the framework of the four-year European project CARBONICA Excellence HUB EU (2023-2026), amounting to 4.98 million euros, as announced by reframe.food. The invitation is addressed to start-ups and small and medium enterprises active in the value chain of the agri-food sector and based in Greece, Cyprus or North Macedonia.

The European project CARBONICA Excellence Hub EU, framed by 14 partners from three countries, is an initiative for Climate Resilient Agriculture and is a project of the Horizon program funded by the EU, while it aims to interconnect the innovation ecosystems of Cyprus, Greece and North Macedonia, with a vision of creating the Hub of Excellence CARBONICA.

The initiative, as pointed out in its announcement by reframe. food, focuses on promoting sustainable practices in carbon-sequestering agriculture, involving actors from the entire value chain of the agri-food sector, from research and innovation to industry, and from regional government to civil society.

The objective of the Community project is to provide the knowledge and tools necessary to reduce the carbon footprint of agricultural production, to align research activities in the three countries in the field of carbon sequestration agriculture and to strengthen their strategies for the transition to an agricultural sector resistant to climate challenges.

Why should someone join the CARBONICA business accelerator

The CARBONICA Business Accelerator aims to empower start-ups and small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in the emerging sector of carbon agriculture.

As highlighted in the announcement, a total of ten candidates will receive support to develop and improve their business models, develop entrepreneurial skills and receive guidance on attracting investors. The final step of the acceleration program is the preparation of the final presentation (pitch deck) of innovators solutions, in the framework of CARBONICA’s commercialization and internationalization plan.

Participants will benefit from:

  • Mentoring and Training: Access to industry experts and training programs.
  • Business Model Development: Personalized support through CARBONICA’s digital infrastructure (CARBONICA Academy and BizDevelop platform) and interactive partnerships.
  • Specialized Services for Farmers: Guidance on implementing carbon practices and introducing certification protocols.
  • Networking Opportunities: Engage with industry experts and investors.