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Young GREENtrepreneurs - Innovative approaches in promoting green entrepreneurship among youth

2021-1-HU01-KA220-YOU-0000291142021Cooperation partnerships in youthfinalized
Countries: HU|SI|BG|MK|IE|ES · Grant: €243,341
Youth employabilityEnvironment and climate changeEntrepreneurial learning - entrepreneurship education

Objectives

The main objectives of the project were as follows: 1. To empower and equip youth, youth workers, and the startup community with innovative digital tools to gain new skills, competencies, and practical knowledge for developing their own businesses with community value in green entrepreneurship (healthy society, water protection, clean energy, sustainable communities, responsible consumption/production, climate mitigation, protection of natural ecosystems, sustainable use of resources). 2. To develop training modules on GREEN product development so that young people can acquire new skills and become familiar with new, practically usable knowledge. The startup community and youth workers will have the chance to further cooperate with youth on the topic through developed modules. 3. To develop training modules on GREEN business development to increase the green entrepreneurship competencies of young people. This aspect of the project targeted schools, educational institutions, and youth workers. 4. Dissemination of the project results beyond the partnership (internationally). 5. Promotion of green entrepreneurship among young would-be entrepreneurs . 6. Promotion of the use of digital tools at the EU level.

Background

The consortium applied for the Young GREENterpreneurs project to address several key needs related to youth employment, green innovation, and sustainable territorial development. These needs included: 1. Youth Employment Challenges: The organizations applied to address the pressing issue of youth unemployment in regions with significant green development challenges. 2. Green Innovation and Sustainability: The project sought to foster green innovation and sustainability-oriented territorial development. 3. Youth Engagement and Development: The project offered opportunities to better engage youth in territorial development processes and business orientation. 4. Digital Development and Networking: Recognizing the importance of digital solutions and networking for youth, the organization aimed to provide a digital environment that met the needs of young people. Through the development of online hubs and training modules, they enhanced access to innovative product development and collaboration opportunities, especially in the realm of green entrepreneurship. Overall, by participating in the Young GREENterpreneurs project, the partners aimed to contribute to youth empowerment, green innovation, and sustainable economic development.

Project partners (7)