The IBM Sustainability Accelerator Program is an initiative designed to support organizations and startups that are working to address global environmental and social challenges. As a leading technology company, IBM leverages its expertise, resources, and network to empower these organizations to scale their impact and drive positive change.
The Sustainability Accelerator Program provides selected participants with access to IBM’s cutting-edge technology, data analytics tools, and expertise in areas such as artificial intelligence, cloud computing, blockchain, and Internet of Things (IoT). Through hands-on workshops, mentoring sessions, and technical support, participants learn how to harness these technologies to optimize their operations, improve decision-making, and achieve sustainability goals.
Additionally, the program offers participants access to IBM’s global network of partners, customers, and experts in sustainability and technology. This network provides opportunities for collaboration, knowledge sharing, and access to potential funding and investment opportunities.
The IBM Sustainability Accelerator Program focuses on a wide range of sustainability issues, including but not limited to climate change mitigation, renewable energy, water conservation, waste management, biodiversity conservation, and social equity. Participants may come from diverse sectors such as agriculture, energy, transportation, healthcare, and finance.
The IBM Sustainability Accelerator Program serves as a catalyst for innovation and collaboration in the field of sustainability, bringing together organizations, startups, and technology experts to develop and scale solutions that address pressing environmental and social challenges. By leveraging technology and expertise, the program aims to accelerate progress towards a more sustainable and equitable future for all.
In support of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 11 to make cities inclusive, safe, resilient, and sustainable, this year’s cohort will aim to find ways to foster urban resiliency in the long term.
The IBM Sustainability Accelerator is now accepting proposals for technology-driven projects advancing resilient cities. In support of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 11 to make cities inclusive, safe, resilient, and sustainable, this year’s cohort will aim to find ways to foster urban resiliency in the long-term.
Benefits
The IBM Sustainability Accelerator supports communities vulnerable to environmental challenges by taking on a new sustainability topic and cohort of organizations each year.
- Global scale, local impact
- Two-year program duration
- No cost for participants
- Focus on populations at risk
IBM collaborates with organizations to design, develop, and deploy a technical solution directly benefiting communities. Throughout the experience, IBM provides access to platforms such as watsonx, IBM Cloud, IBM Environmental Intelligence Suite, and Red Hat open source technologies as well as technical mentorship to build long-term capacity. Organizations selected to participate will be required to enter into an IBM grant agreement governing access to IBM technology, services, and resources.
Requirements For The IBM Sustainability Accelerator Program
Nonprofit and governmental organizations are encouraged to submit a proposal for tech-driven projects that would benefit from:
- Hybrid cloud and AI solutions
- Sustainability software
- Data science-enabled insights
- Expert consulting and design services
Selection Process
Timeline:
IBM is accepting proposals for the next IBM Sustainability Accelerator cohort now through April 30, 2024. Projects will be selected then announced at the end of 2024. The IBM Sustainability Accelerator will support each selected organization for up to two years.
IBM selects about five organizations each year – forming a cohort – to focus on addressing a specific sustainability issue area.
- The selection process includes a public RFP open to any nonprofit or government organization.
- Proposals are reviewed and evaluated for feasibility and impact, and vetted through standard IBM compliance processes.
- The selection process will include input from IBM’s experts across disciplines such as IBM Consulting, Research, Software, Corporate Environmental Affairs, and Corporate Social Responsibility.
- The selection criteria will consider the applicant’s level of support to communities who are especially vulnerable to environmental threats, and its strategic focus and transparency on measurement and reporting, among other factors.
Method of Application
Application Deadline: April 30, 2024.
Visit The Official Website to Apply
Questions can be directed to sustainability.accelerator@ibm.com.
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