Empowering Innovators and Supporting ESG-Focused Startups
ESG-Tech Startup Demo Day
Foreword
WGO's ESG Tech Startup Accelerator is a pivotal event designed to empower budding entrepreneurs to drive the ESG revolution and shape the future of best practices in ESG within a rapidly developing economy. This event brings together startups, established investors, and leading companies to catalyze impactful change in the clean-tech industry, advancing us towards the ultimate goal of carbon neutrality. We encourage you to leverage this opportunity to engage with industry leaders, listed companies, and other environmentally-conscious entrepreneurs. Expand your knowledge, broaden your network, and pursue new business opportunities while forging long-lasting connections in the process.
Why Us?
Elevate your clean-tech startup to the next level
01.
Opportunity to Pitch to Renowned Judges
Showcase your innovation to a panel of esteemed judges
02.
Gain Global Recognition
Enhance your startup's visibility on a global scale
03.
Exposure to Top Investors and Corporates
Connect with leading investors and established corporations
04.
Enhanced Brand Exposure
Feature your brand on the ESG XChange website (name, logo, link, profile, video feature) and social media channels
05.
Dedicated Showcase Space
Present your products and technologies within the ESG Startup Hub at ESG XChange 2024: ESG for Climate Actions International Summit (Hong Kong)
About Our Demo Day
Judged by a high-profile panel that includes renowned international investors, middle-east family office investors, established entrepreneurs, key incubators and accelerators, and experienced business leaders, we look to fund early-stage startups that not only have been operational for at least two years but are also looking to leverage innovative solutions to tackle problems spanning environmental, social, and governance dimensions and help us move closer towards carbon neutrality.
Timeline
01
APPLICATION FORM SUBMISSION
02
ONLINE SCREENING AND SCORING
03
ANNOUNCEMENTS AND FINAL ROUND INVITATIONS SENT OUT
04
FINAL PITCH AND DEMO DAY
Eligibility Requirements
Categories
1
Fintech
Financial technologies that incorporate ESG considerations
2
Regtech
Regulatory technologies that help companies comply with ESG regulations
3
Greentech
Technologies specifically designed to improve environmental outcomes
4
Energy Transition
Solutions that support the shift from fossil fuels to renewable energy sources
5
Carbon Asset Management
Technologies for managing and reducing carbon assets
6
Carbon Trading
Platforms or solutions that facilitate the trading of carbon credits
7
Forestry Management
Innovations in managing and conserving forests
8
Sustainability
Solutions that promote overall sustainability in business operations
9
Transport Mobility
Technologies that improve the sustainability of transportation
10
Carbon Capture Utilization Storage
Technologies that capture and store carbon dioxide emissions
Judging Criteria
Innovation and Industry Disruption (20%)
Market Potential, Business Model, and Scalability (20%)
Traction and Further Development Plan (20%)
Team Background and Strength (15%)
ESG Impact and Sustainability (15%)
Hong Kong or the Greater Bay Area Nexus (10%)
World Green Organisation is delighted to announce
the top three companies:
Winner: AlGreen Limited
First Runner-Up: Zence Object Technology
Second Runner-Up: Achelous Pure Metal Co. Ltd
The prizes are as follows:
Winner: HK$30,000 and Alibaba Cloud Credit worth US$4,000
First Runner-Up: HK$20,000 and Alibaba Cloud Credit worth US$3,000
Second Runner-Up: HK$10,000 and Alibaba Cloud Credit worth US$2,000
Remaining Participants: Alibaba Cloud Credit worth US$1,000