
Clean tech scale-up
grant_single|update January 24, 2025
BC, Canada
Help to scale a British Columbia clean tech company
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Expert Advice
grant_single|eligibleIndustries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Utilities
- Manufacturing
- Professional, scientific and technical services
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- Alacrity Canada
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grant_card_status|open
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Mentorship, expert advice and facilitated introductions to help you make a soft landing in 10 major global markets for clean tech.
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The Cleantech Program is designed to support BC-based cleantech companies in their pursuit of international market expansion and growth. The eligible projects focus on providing comprehensive support in various areas crucial for scaling up and internationalization.
- Assistance in marketing strategy development and execution.
- Support in navigating sales cycles and securing international customers.
- Business development services to establish strategic partnerships.
- Financial due diligence and investor readiness consulting.
- Facilitating connections with governmental entities and peers in the cleantech sector.
- Networking opportunities with investors and other cleantech companies.
- Advisory support for entering target international markets such as Mexico, Singapore, India, and Northern Europe.
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$ 70,000
Developing a biodegradable packaging solution for the Asian market
$ 90,000
Opening a North American branch for our electric vehicle startup
$ 70,000
Developing a waste recycling plant in South America
$ 85,000
Establishing a clean water initiative in African countries
$ 75,000
Expanding into European markets for our innovative solar panel technology
$ 60,000
Launching a new green energy program in Southeast Asia
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Eligibility for the Alacrity Cleantech Program is determined by specific requirements related to the company's location, size, product readiness, and market interest.
- The company must be a BC-based cleantech company.
- The company must employ no more than 500 people.
- The company must have a product or service developed that is ready to sell (TRL 6 or higher).
- The company must be interested in pursuing international business in at least one of the target markets (Mexico, Singapore (ASEAN), India, or Northern Europe).
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Eligible applicants for the Alacrity BC Cleantech Initiative are BC-based cleantech companies that are small to medium-sized enterprises, employing no more than 500 people. These companies must have a product or service that is ready for market (TRL 6 or higher) and exhibit interest in pursuing international business opportunities in target markets such as Mexico, Singapore (ASEAN), India, and Northern Europe.
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This grant focuses on supporting British Columbia-based cleantech companies as they seek international growth and expansion. Eligible projects aim to enhance various aspects of business operations to facilitate entry into foreign markets.
- Marketing strategies to promote cleantech innovations globally.
- Sales initiatives targeting international customers and markets.
- Business development activities to establish partnerships and alliances.
- Financial due diligence to attract potential investors and stakeholders.
- International growth plans for market entries in Mexico, Singapore, India, and Northern Europe.
grant_eligibility_criteria|zone
This program is available to cleantech companies based in British Columbia, Canada. It focuses on fostering growth and facilitating entry into international markets.
- British Columbia, Canada
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There are evaluation and selection criteria for this grant. Companies are evaluated based on their potential for growth, innovation, and readiness to scale globally.
- Potential for growth and scalability
- Innovation and uniqueness of the technology or solution
- Readiness to deploy solutions internationally
- Ability to attract investments
- Alignment with target market needs
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Here are additional relevant details for this grant:
- The Alacrity Cleantech Program supports companies in scaling and competing globally by fostering connections with investors and governmental entities.
- The program provides flexible services that are tailored based on the needs of the portfolio companies.
- Through a robust network of in-market advisors, companies get insights and guidance on navigating international market entry challenges.
- Companies benefit from networking opportunities with other cleantech firms, investors, and government actors.
- The program helps companies improve investor readiness and financial due diligence.
- Engagement from participating companies is encouraged to maximize the benefits of the program.
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cleantech@alacritycanada.com
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