ESG Startup Challenge

ESG performance in the Africa-MENA region responds to the growing demand for transparency and for social and environmental responsibility from economic stakeholders. It is a strategic intangible asset, officially recognized, that supports the transition toward a sustainable economy by guiding companies and projects in their ESG approach.

Registration

Why an ESG pillar?

Environment

Hackathons GreenTech, reboisement, gestion écoresponsable.

Social

30% of startups led by women or from marginalized areas. Free access for young project leaders.

Governance

Transparency charter, digital ethics, open governance.

ESG Startup Challenge

Selection

10 selected startups

Training

Intensive ESG Bootcamp

Pitch

Pitches before a Pan-African jury

Evaluation

ESG Scoring via the ESGact Method

Distinction

ESGact Label + cash prizes + post-event support

ESG Startup Challenge Journey

Phase 1: Application & Scoring
Open to all African startups. Online application form on BIGTECH.africa. ESG scoring by Impact-In (ESGact methodology). Selection of the top 10 startups.
Phase 2 : Bootcamp & Challenge
ESG Bootcamp during BIGTECH AFRICA. Mentoring, workshops, ESG roadmaps. Pitch before jury and selection of 3 winners. Prizes: ESG audit, ESGact label, cash prize.
Phase 3: Labeling & Follow-up
Support for the 3 winners. ESG labeling and communication of results.

Objectives

  • Promote impact-driven innovation
  • Provide an official ESG scoring
  • Build a pan-African impact community

BIGTECH Africa ESG Awards
The top 3 startups will receive an ESGact label, personalized support, and international visibility.

Why become a sponsor?

  • Premium visibility (website, plenary, ESG space)
  • Access to an impact-driven tech ecosystem
  • Pioneering positioning in sustainable innovation
  • Content that can be leveraged in your CSR reports

African startups, apply now!

Topics
When
Sunday to Wednesday
December 23 to 26, 2022
Where
467 Davidson ave
Los Angeles CA 95716
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