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THE LEADING EUROPEAN ACADEMIC COMPETITION LIKE NO OTHER

STUDENTS AND ALUMNI,

WELCOME!


Join the #INNOVAEurope2024 ​adventure, dedicated to impactful ​projects that address the challenges of ​our time.


With INNOVA Europe, we don’t just ​celebrate sustainable innovation; we reveal ​and empower those who lead it.


We believe you are the beacon of hope to ​drive change and enrich society as a whole. ​Don’t miss out. Rise to the challenge!

A UNIQUE SYNERGY OF SCHOOL ECOSYSTEM & INCUBATORS

The Top 10 European academic institutions are competing to tackle a unique challenge: developing innovative and sustainable projects that address the challenges of our time.

TAKE ACTION FOR ONE

OF THESE PURPOSES

ENVIRONMENTAL

TRANSITION

Accelerating the transition


Transitioning from a linear and resource-intensive model to a regenerative and environmentally respectful approach, promoting ecological balance and resilience.


UN SDGs covered:

→ Clean water and sanitation

→ Affordable and clean energy

→ Sustainable cities and communities

→ Responsible consumption and production

→ Climate action

→ Life below water

→ Life on land

EMPOWERMENT

& INCLUSION

Social progress


Contributing to empowering individuals, fostering strong community networks, and building a more equitable and inclusive world.


UN SDGs covered:


→ No poverty

→ Quality education

→ Gender equality

→ Reduced inequalities

→ Peace, justice, and strong institutions

HEALTHY

LIVING

Holistic well-being


Promoting a holistic approach to well-being, encompassing the physical, mental, emotional, and environmental aspects of health to support individuals in leading a healthy and fulfilling life.


UN SDGs covered:


→ Good health and well-being

HOW TO ENTER

TWO CATEGORIES, FIND YOUR FIT:

YOUNG HOPES

Idea stage

The Idea stage is for visionary entrepreneurs that are in their conceptual phase. Ideal for creators and innovators with groundbreaking ideas and/or technology, this category calls for proposals outlining the core concept, potential impact, feasibility, and the strategic roadmap for implementation.


Proposals should present:


Clear vision

Problem-solving approach

Unique value proposition

THE PRIZE

€5,000

RISING STARS

Startup stage

The Startup stage is for concepts beyond ideation, featuring a functional prototype or a basic version of a product or service. Submissions should include demonstrations of core features, user experience, initial feedback, and scalability potential.



Proposals are expected to:


Showcase progress

Lessons learned

Roadmap for further

development

Illustrate product’s

viability and market

readiness

THE PRIZE

€20,000

+ one year incubation

GUIDELINES FOR SUBMISSION:

Every proposal should be crafted by a team of maximum 5 students and/or alumni. At least one member of the team must be either a student or an alumni affiliate of one of the participating schools.

TIMELINE

MARCH

Submit your team application to your home school.

JUNE 3

National competition at your school, winner advances to next stage.

JUNE TO SEPTEMBER

Development of proposal supported by your school’s entrepreneurship hub.

SEPTEMBER 26

GRAND FINAL between all national winners at STATION F in Paris.

STATION F

AN ENERGETIC HUB WHERE INNOVATION SPARKS

GRAND FINAL

DARE TO PITCH YOUR VISION?

September 26, 2024

STATION F

Rendezvous at STATION F, the world’s biggest startup campus.


Pitching at STATION F is a one-time opportunity to be at the center of the international start-up scene.

TURN CHALLENGE INTO OPPORTUNITY

MANIFESTO

The world is facing with compelling challenges, hoping for ​solutions that lead us towards a brighter, more sustainable, and ​virtuous future.


In the pursuit of this noble quest, we gather the summit of ​European academic and incubators ecosystems to catalyze ​hope into impactful action for transformation.


Through innovative project ideas, we embrace the boldness, ​creativity, and collaboration of our talented students and ​alumni.


We believe they are the beacon of hope, the architects of ​tomorrow. And together, we aspire to defy the status quo, ​push the boundaries of innovation, and enrich society as a ​whole.


INNOVA Europe stands as the ultimate gateway for those who ​dare to excel, scale, and blaze the way forward.

“Where there is great power, there is great responsibility”

Sir Winston Churchill

WE ARE PROUD

TO PARTNER WITH

READY TO DARE?

Got questions? Reach out to our team: support@innova-europe.com