Aichi Prefecture Launches Call for Proposals for 'Aichi Environmental Innovation Project' Aiming for Social Implementation of Innovative Environmental Technologies and Ideas

Aichi Prefecture is working to solve environmental issues such as achieving carbon neutrality. As part of this effort, it has been implementing the 'Aichi Environmental Innovation Project' since fiscal year 2023, aiming to create and implement environmental innovations originating from Aichi by collaborating with startups and others that have innovative technologies and ideas. This fiscal year as well, to create new innovative projects, the prefecture is calling for innovative technologies and ideas from startups and others nationwide. We encourage you to apply. Additionally, to match companies seeking innovation in the environmental field with startups possessing innovative technologies and ideas, a 'Reverse Pitch Event' will be held where companies present their environmental challenges and needs. Those involved in environmental business or research, including startups, are encouraged to participate. 1. About the Call for Proposals for the Aichi Environmental Innovation Project (1) Eligibility 　　Startups nationwide (including companies launching new businesses and universities) (2) Topics for Proposals 　　Theme 1: Energy creation and utilization models 　　Theme 2: Carbon recycling models through greenhouse gas absorption and utilization 　　Theme 3: Models for realizing a sustainable society in collaboration with prefectural residents and businesses 　　Theme 4: Circular economy business models through effective use of local resources 　　Theme 5: Models for visualizing the value of nature 　　Theme 6: Other innovative models for environmental issues (3) Application Period 　　Until Friday, July 17 (4) Number of Selections 　　4 projects (selection around late September) *Support period is approximately 2.5 years until March 2029 (5) Support Provided 　　Matching support, expense support (up to 2.2 million yen per project per year), provision/introduction of demonstration fields, etc. 　　*Please see the dedicated website for details and application methods. 　　　https://env-innovation.pref.aichi.jp (6) Information Session 　　Wednesday, June 10, 14:00-15:00 (Online. An archive video will be posted on the dedicated website after the session.) 　　*Please apply from the dedicated website. 2. About the Reverse Pitch Event (Free Admission) (1) Date and Time 　　Monday, June 22, 2026, 15:00-17:15 (2) Venue 　　On-site: Tokyo Midtown Yaesu, Yaesu Central Tower 15F, 'As One Stage' 　　Online: Microsoft Teams Webinar (3) Program 　・Opening 　・Introduction to the Aichi Environmental Innovation Project 　・Presentation of Environmental Challenges and Needs 　　 　　　Kurita Water Industries, Sobue Clay, NGK Spark Plug, Noritake, Toyota City, etc. 　・Networking (Business card exchange) (On-site only) 　　*Please see the following webpage for details and registration. 　　　https://www.pref.aichi.jp/press-release/reverse-pitch2026.html 3. Contact Information 　 　　Aichi Prefecture, Environmental Policy Division, Environmental Innovation Promotion Group 　　Tel: 052-954-6982 (direct) Email: kankyo@pref.aichi.lg.jp 　 　　ABeam Consulting Ltd. 　　Tel: 090-1423-9719 (until 17:30 on weekdays) Email: JPABAICHI_ENV@abeam.com ・Details 　Aichi Prefecture Press Release 　　https://www.pref.aichi.jp/press-release/env-innovation-project2026.html 　Aichi Environmental Innovation Project Special Website 　　https://env-innovation.pref.aichi.jp 　Reference 1: Past Selected Projects 　　https://env-innovation.pref.aichi.jp/project 　Reference 2: Aichi Environmental Innovation Consortium 　　https://env-innovation.pref.aichi.jp/consortium