The 2025 edition of the Ye! Youth Ecopreneurs Programme is now accepting applications. This initiative is designed for young changemakers under 35 who are either running their own startups or holding leadership roles like founder, co-founder, or CEO. It’s geared toward purpose-driven individuals who are actively tackling environmental problems with creative solutions that have the potential to grow and make a real impact.

To qualify, you need to be 34 or younger by the time applications close and must be in a top leadership position within your business. The venture you’re leading should be officially registered, mostly youth-led, and focused on either land restoration or environmentally friendly business innovations. While the training bootcamp is open to applicants from all corners of the world, only candidates from specific eligible countries can move on to the more intensive accelerator phase. You’ll need to check the full list to see if your country is included.

Participants will first take part in a global virtual bootcamp—an engaging learning experience packed with interactive training and knowledge-sharing to help fine-tune your green ideas. Those who qualify for the next phase will join the accelerator, where you’ll receive one-on-one guidance, expert mentorship, and attend exclusive masterclasses aimed at helping you scale your project. At the end of the journey, selected finalists will present their innovations on a global platform during the prestigious Youth Ecopreneur Awards.

This programme offers real value beyond just visibility. You’ll gain practical skills to scale your business, receive tailored coaching, and connect with a worldwide network of fellow innovators and sustainability experts. Startups focused on restoring land ecosystems also stand a chance to secure $100,000 in seed funding—no equity required. There’s also support on the legal side, including free access to legal advisory services and intellectual property expertise. Through the programme, you’ll get privileged entry into Google’s Startups for Sustainable Development network, along with a fully funded trip to a major international conference if you’re selected as a finalist. And if you win the Ecopreneur Award in your category, you’ll walk away with $10,000 in prize money.

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