Young people developing early-stage environmental solutions can apply for the 2027 beVisioneers Fellowship. The 12-month programme supports participants aged 18 to 28 as they turn a planet-positive idea, prototype, or very early venture into a stronger project.
Overview
beVisioneers is designed for emerging environmental innovators who may not yet have formal entrepreneurial or technical training. The programme starts in June 2027 and combines structured learning, community, mentoring, and practical project development.
Applicants may apply with an idea, prototype, or pre-revenue project. Financial support can be requested during the application process, but it is not automatically guaranteed to every Fellow.
Benefits
- Fellowship Programme: Selected Fellows complete a 12-month environmental innovation programme.
- Learning: Participants receive structured training in project development, leadership, and environmental innovation.
- Mentoring and Community: Fellows work with mentors and an international peer network.
- Project Development: The programme helps participants test, refine, and strengthen their environmental solutions.
- Financial Support: Applicants who need financial assistance can request support, subject to eligibility and approval.
Eligibility
- Age: Applicants must be between 18 and 28 years old.
- Location: Applicants must reside in one of the countries currently listed as eligible by the programme.
- Project Stage: The environmental solution should be at idea, prototype, or pre-revenue stage.
- Environmental Focus: The project must create a positive environmental impact.
- Experience: Formal entrepreneurial or technical experience is not required.
- Language: Participants must be able to complete the Fellowship’s English-language activities.
How to Apply
- Deadline: Applications for the 2027 cohort close on January 31, 2027.
- Confirm Country Eligibility: Check that your country of residence appears on the current eligible-country list.
- Present the Idea: Explain the environmental problem, your proposed solution, and progress made so far.
- Request Support if Needed: Applicants who require financial assistance should complete the relevant support section.
- Submit: Complete the official beVisioneers application before the deadline.
