2025 Net Zero Challenge for Innovators (Deadline: 1 September, 2025)

Applications are open for the Net Zero Challenge 2025. Net Zero Challenge (N0C) is a global climate technology innovation competition with the goal of finding solutions to tackle climate change in Vietnam, organized by Touchstone Partners and Temasek Foundation. N0C aims to identify and support early-stage innovations and teams that have the potential to revolutionize the way we address environmental challenges at scale.

This year, they are seeking innovative and feasible solutions that can contribute to the removal of carbon emissions and drive positive change in three key areas:

• Renewables & Carbon Removals: They are seeking innovative solutions that drive the adoption of renewable energy sources and contribute to the removal of carbon emissions. Of key interest are breakthrough technologies and scalable projects that enhance carbon sequestration, improve effectiveness and efficiency of energy use, such as in transportation and alternative materials in construction, and solutions for carbon markets.
• Food Systems & sustainable Agriculture: They are focused on addressing the challenges that climate change poses to our food systems and agriculture. They are looking for innovative tech-enabled solutions that enhance food production, improve agricultural practices, and promote sustainability in the face of a changing climate.
• Circular Economy & Waste Management: They are committed to promoting a circular economy and efficient waste management practices. They are seeking innovative solutions that can contribute to reducing waste, promoting recycling, and transforming waste into valuable resources.

Benefits

• Teams will compete in three tracks for a total prize pool of VND 15 billion to pilot their solutions in Vietnam.
•  Global Exposure
• Connections To Investors

Eligibility

Your team is eligible to join if your solutions are:

• Technology-based, including but not limited to: software, AI, hardware, deeptech, food-tech, agritech, new materials, new energy technology, new processes, innovations in bio or chemical engineering and tech-enabled business models.
• Minimally viable product demonstrating potential for widespread adoption, commercial viability and scalability.
• Suitable for Vietnam context and the country’s specific challenges and opportunities for implementation
• Having clear plans for pilot projects and implementation routes in Vietnam.

Application

The Application consists of four parts: General Registration, Project Overview, Pilot Plan, and Supporting Information. You can save your answers and return anytime, but only the submitted application is eligible for evaluation. Ensure that all critical information for the proposal is in text format in the submission and not as attachments (e.g. video, images or links).

Deadline: 1 September, 2025

For more information, see FAQ and visit Net Zero Challenge.