The deadline for submitting applications to participate in the BASF Innovation Hub 2022 innovation competition has been extended until September 30. The competition is organized by the chemical company, for the second year, with the support of the Association of Greek Chemical Industries.

The competition is addressed to startup companies, as well as young researchers from 11 countries in central and southern Europe. These include Greece. This year, the theme of the competition focuses on those solutions that contribute to strengthening the green agenda:

• renewable energy sources
• smart moves
• sustainable agriculture

Vassilis Gounaris, managing director of BASF Greece

"Once again, we are seeing a lot of interest in the BASF Innovation Hub 2022 competition in all countries. Overall, to date, more than 120 applications have been submitted by young and new researchers and start-ups. All nominations focus on renewable energy sources – such as solar, wind, marine, hydroelectric, biomass and geothermal – as well as biofuels and green hydrogen. It is obvious that the Green Deal inspires young people to seek sustainable solutions for the environmental Protection, the tackling climate change and sustainable development".

Panagiotis Skarlatos, general director of the Association of Greek Chemical Industries

"The innovation competition inspired by the goals of the Green Deal takes place at a time of energy crisis and food threat. We are excited about the interest of young scientists to contribute innovative and sustainable proposals to the challenges and to take advantage of the opportunity to realize the ideas offered by the competition." After the application deadline, on September 30, 2022 at midnight, the evaluation committee will select the best proposal from Greece. Then, in November, the winners of the local competitions from the 11 countries will participate in the Grand Final. Individual researchers or start-up groups of up to five members are eligible to participate. A basic condition for participation is the submitted proposal, directly or indirectly, to contribute to addressing environmental challenges, such as:

• the production of clean energy
• smart transportation
• sustainable agriculture

"Whether it's solutions that focus on renewable energy sources, electrification or the production of healthy and affordable food, the winner will be able to use the prize money to bring their idea to life," explains Mr. Vassilis Gounaris. At the same time, he reminds that the lack of financial means is one of the most common reasons why some of the best ideas are not implemented. Make a phone appointment with us