Hi, Fellow Innovators! 👋

Did you know that ASEAN holds the key to over 60% of the world's territorial waters? It's a staggering advantage, but it comes with its own set of challenges. Overfishing, habitat degradation, and marine pollution are threatening our precious marine and freshwater ecosystems.

That's why the ASEAN Blue Innovation Challenge is launched! This ASEAN endeavour, supported by the Government of Japan and UNDP, aims to spark innovation for the blue economy in ASEAN and Timor-Leste.

Up to US$ 40,000 in funding is available for each of the 60 most promising ideas!

We're calling on startups, MSMEs, NGOs, CSO, researchers, and academia focusing on ASEAN and Timor-Leste to join us as environmental heroes. Together, let's make a direct impact on:

♻ Climate Issues

🥤 Marine Plastic Pollution

🐠 Sustainable Fishery

🧳 Sustainable Tourism

Ready to make a direct impact? For more information please visit: www.undp.org/indonesia/blueinnovation

Apply now through bit.ly/ABICRegistrationForm.

Application deadline: May 31, 2024 (11:59 PM UTC+07:00).

For inquiries, drop us an email at aseanblueinnovation.id@undp.org.

Let's be a part of this exciting initiative and don't miss out on the chance to shape a sustainable future! 🌊

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