[Latest News] Launching Net Zero Challenge 2025: Applying Technology To Promote Green Economy

Following the success of previous seasons, the Net Zero Challenge 2025 green economic innovation competition has officially launched. The program is co-organized by Touchstone Partners and Temasek Foundation, in collaboration with the Ho Chi Minh City Institute for Development Studies (HIDS) and supported by the global innovation partner network.

This year, participating teams will compete for a total prize pool of more than VND21 billion, of which VND15 billion is non-equity cash sponsorship for the three best teams, and more than VND6 billion includes investment prizes and additional support from investment funds and partner businesses.

The three categories of this year’s competition include: Renewable Energy and Carbon Neutrality; Sustainable Agriculture and Food Systems; Circular Economy and Waste Management.

The mission of the Net Zero Challenge is to address the funding gap for green economic solutions, while promoting cooperation in the ecosystem in Vietnam. In parallel with the companionship of Temasek Fund, Touchstone Partners will provide investments and advisory companionship, connecting strategically with domestic partners. In addition to the two organizers, this year’s jury will also include Vietnamese enterprises pursuing sustainable development goals and venture capital funds in the region.

The official registration portal opens on July 15 and closes on September 1.