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Green entrepreneur supports

Horizon Europe is the European Union's research and innovation initiative. This
program provides funding for initiatives that address topics such as the
development of green technologies, environmental sustainability, and reducing
the effects of climate change.

The LIFE Program a fund established by the EU to support environmental and
climate action initiatives. This initiative encourages projects that provide
practical solutions to meet environmental and climatic objectives.
The European Green Deal is a policy and financial program aimed at helping
Europe achieve carbon neutrality by 2050. It also provides chances to support
and fund green entrepreneurship.
The COSME program is an EU initiative aimed at improving SMEs'
competitiveness. It offers financial tools and networking opportunities to assist
small and medium-sized enterprises expand, including green projects.
EIC Accelerator is the European Innovation Council's grant and investment
program that fosters innovative and scalable business concepts. It prioritizes
sustainability-related innovations and ecological technologies.

Extra steps to fortify your green

entrepreneurial journey

While the foundational steps to prepare for your green
business are essential, there are additional actions you can
take to ensure your venture is not just sustainable but also

resilient and impactful.
Here are some extra suggestions to consider:

Connect with nature: Regularly immerse yourself in
nature to draw inspiration and understand sustainable
principles directly from the environment.
Get involved locally: Participate in local environmental
projects to gain practical insights and community
connections that can inform your business.
Build green skills: Enhance your expertise by acquiring
relevant certifications or skills in sustainability, adding
credibility to your green venture.
Test ideas with a micro-project: Start small with a pilot
project to refine your concept and gather valuable

feedback before scaling up.