Cleantech Business Case Competition in East China
ID: 354113Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

U.S. Mission to China (DOS-CHN)

Award Range

$10K - $40K

Eligible Applicants

Individuals

Funding Category

Environment

Funding Instrument

Grant

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/354113
Timeline
    Description

    The U.S. Mission to China is offering a funding opportunity titled "Cleantech Business Case Competition in East China," aimed at promoting clean technology among students in regions such as Shanghai, Jiangsu, Zhejiang, and Anhui. The program seeks to sponsor a business plan competition that encourages high school and university students to present innovative clean technology ideas and viable business cases to potential investors. This initiative is part of a broader effort to stimulate innovation and address climate change through student engagement, enhancing bilateral cooperation in clean energy technologies. Interested applicants can apply for grants ranging from $10,000 to $40,000, with the application deadline set for July 15, 2024. For inquiries, applicants may contact the U.S. Consulate Shanghai Public Affairs at shanghaipas@state.gov.

    Point(s) of Contact
    shanghaipas@state.gov
    Files
    Title
    Posted
    FY24 NOFO SHANGHAI_CleanTech Business Competition.pdf
    FY24.pdf
    The U.S. Department of State's U.S. Mission China is offering a funding opportunity titled "Cleantech Business Case Competition in East China" with a total background amount of up to $40,000. The aim of the program is to sponsor a business plan competition focused on promoting clean technology among high school and university students in regions like Shanghai, Jiangsu, Zhejiang, and Anhui. The program aspires to stimulate innovation and tackle climate change through student engagement, providing them with an opportunity to present viable business cases for clean technology solutions to potential investors. Eligible applicants include U.S. and Chinese entities capable of implementing programs in China, with grants ranging from a minimum of $10,000 to a maximum of $40,000. The application deadline is July 15, 2024, with proposals evaluated based on criteria such as program feasibility, implementation plan, and organizational capability. The funding, under the Fulbright Hays Public Diplomacy Funds, serves to enhance bilateral cooperation in promoting clean energy technologies as a means for sustainable economic growth. Selected recipients will undergo a rigorous application process and must report on program progress and expenditures as dictated by federal award terms.
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