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Published: 04 Jun 2025
As part of our ongoing commitment to fostering green entrepreneurship, through gender transformative approaches, NRC is launching an Innovation Call to identify and support three (3) successful Small to Medium Enterprises (SMEs) operating in the green economy.
This initiative aims to promote sustainable business practices, generate employment, and contribute to environmental protection by supporting SMEs in green agriculture, green energy, and green waste management. Selected SMEs will receive financial support to either start or expand their businesses in line with the objectives of the project.
| Application Deadline | June 12, 2025 |
| Country to study | Nigeria |
| Type | Entrepreneurs |
| Sponsor | Norwegian Refugee Council |
| Gender | Men and Women |
To qualify for funding, applicants must meet the following criteria:
Must be a legally registered SME in Nigeria with a presence in MMC and Jere LGAs or the capacity and visibility to operate there.
Must demonstrate at least between 1 - 3 years of experience in the selected green business sector.
Must have a clear and innovative business model aligned with sustainability and climate adaptation.
Must propose a scalable business plan showing potential for growth and employment creation
Must be willing to participate in NRC’s monitoring and outcome evaluation process to measure business transformation and or impact assessment.
Preference will be given to SMEs that are women-led or youth-focused and those that show a commitment to inclusivity
MANDATORY: Must be willing to provide internship and employment to selected and agreed number of TVET graduates under this project. A 3-4-month internship with no payment or stiped requirement for apprentices.
Interested SMEs must submit an application covering the following details:
1. Business Name and Registration Details
2. Business Sector and Type of Green Business
3. Description of Business Activities and Current Status
4. Detailed Business Plan, including: Objectives and expected impact over specific period, Budget breakdown and financial need, Expansion or startup strategy
5. Documented previous experience in green business operations 6. Proof of previous work (photos, reports, certifications, etc.)
7. Contact details (Name, Phone, Email)
All applications must be submitted to [email protected] no later than 12th June 2025 at 15:00 p.m Nigeria time. Late submissions will not be considered.
For more details, visit Norwegian Refugee Council webpage
