EPPIC 2021: Applications are open
Applications are officially open for EPPIC 2021!
The Ending Plastic Pollution Innovation Challenge (EPPIC) is back, this time focusing on Indonesia and the Philippines! We are looking for innovative solutions to tackle the plastic problem in two high-traffic touristic sites: Mandalika, Lombok Island (Indonesia) and Samal Island (the Philippines), where small changes can make a big difference.
More detailed information about the project sites, please visit http://plasticchallenge.undp.org.vn/discover-the-problem/
The competition can be participated by interested applicants from ASEAN countries OR any team from other countries across the globe who has at least one member who is an ASEAN national. The winners will receive a 9-month incubation program from UNDP, and a seed funding of 18.000 USD!
Apply now till 30 April 2021! http://plasticchallenge.undp.org.vn/take-the-challenge-2/ and be part of the innovative community to beat plastic pollution.
For more regular updates on the EPPIC Competition and our work against plastic pollution, like and follow our Facebook page at Ocean or Plastic?
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