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Despite US rollbacks, Asia’s climate innovators push ‘hard tech’ forward

In the latest episode of the Climate Tech in Asia series, we speak to Breakthrough Energy and Green COP about what the shifting geopolitical landscape means for the climate tech ecosystem in Asia.

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Submissions for The Liveability Challenge 2026 have closed

The evaluation process begins, with shortlisting and finalist selection to follow.

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Deadline for submission extended to 23 February 2026!

Due to strong interest in The Liveability Challenge 2026 and requests for more time, the submission deadline has been extended to 23 February 2026.

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Join our TLC 2026 webinar on 8 January: How to create a standout application

Get insider guidance on crafting a compelling submission and maximising your chances at The Liveability Challenge 2026 at this one-hour applicant webinar.

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From AI-optimised garment design to passive cooling in cities, eight startups shortlisted for The Liveability Challenge 2025

The innovations comprise impactful tech-based decarbonisation solutions – from producing biogas from urban waste to using AI to reduce emissions from garment production, and innovative cooling solutions to strengthen climate resiliency and protect against extreme weather events.

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Deadline for submission has been extended to 16 February 2025!

Due to overwhelming enthusiasm for The Liveability Challenge 2025 and requests for more time, the deadline for submission has been extended to 16 February 2025!

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Join our TLC webinar on 9 January to gain insights on creating a compelling application

Get insider tips on how to craft a standout application and maximise your chance of success at our one-hour webinar on 9 January 2025.

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Seven finalists revealed for The Liveability Challenge following record number of submissions

The region’s largest sustainability solutions platform attracted more than 1,000 submissions from over 100 countries in record-breaking year, with solutions ranging from sustainable aviation fuels to insect-based proteins.

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Join us at our launch on 3 Nov!

With a grand prize of S$2 million this year, along with additional investment funding, The Liveability Challenge invites you to submit your solution!

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Who made the cut for The Liveability Challenge 2022?

From cultivated meat to carbon measurement, sustainability innovation competition The Liveability Challenge 2022 attracted more than 400 applications from more than 60 countries. This year's finalists are from Asia and Europe.

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Who made the cut for The Liveability Challenge 2022?

From cultivated meat to carbon measurement, sustainability innovation competition The Liveability Challenge 2022 attracted more than 400 applications from more than 60 countries. This year's finalists are from Asia and Europe.

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Finalists for The Liveability Challenge 2021 revealed

Beating more than 400 entries from over 60 countries, six finalists move on to the finale for the chance to win up to S$1 million in funding for groundbreaking solutions to Asia’s biggest sustainability challenges.

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Seven finalists to compete in The Liveability Challenge 2020

Out of more than 400 entries from over 60 countries around the globe, seven finalists have been shortlisted to vie for up to S$1 million in funding for ground-breaking solutions towards sustainable and future-ready Asian cities.‍

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Seven finalists for The Liveability Challenge 2020 Grand Finale unveiled

The seven finalists will make their pitch at The Liveability Challenge Grand Finale before some of Asia's most sought-after investors. At this high-stakes highly anticipated showdown held on 8th July, finalists will have to convince the judges that their innovations will not only change the way a city produces and consumes resources but are also a groundbreaking—and profitable—business opportunity.

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First-ever Liveability Challenge offers up to S$1m for game-changing urban innovations

A new global call for innovative solutions to urban waste management and cooling challenges was launched today, with each submission standing the chance to secure up to S$1 million to support their game-changing work.

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