Uniting the region’s changemakers to ignite climate action

The MENA region is facing

Environmental degradation Desertification Degraded coastal ecosystems Water scarcity Degraded Marine ecosystems Rising temperatures  

Let’s change that!

This is not your average meetup!

The MENAKH Climate Forum is a transformative 3-day experience uniting climate change-makers from different corners of the MENA regions. This forum brings together a vibrant mix of creatives, policy influencers, innovators, and other activists who are leading the charge against climate change in their communities. The experience is designed to ignite powerful partnerships, catalyze solutions, build impactful networks, and exchange knowledge and perspectives.

MENAKH is financed by the Kingdom of the Netherlands and implemented by Berytech.

Lead the Change!

Here’s who we’re looking for:

  • Social Media Activists

  • Writers and Journalists

  • Artists and Performers

  • Climate Researchers

  • Policy Influencers

  • Innovators (ex: engineers, tech developers)

    Why you should join

    • Acquire the tools and knowledge to make a bigger difference in your community.

    • Join forces with fellow climate changemakers to ripple the reach of your initiatives.

    • Access the latest insights and trends from climate and business experts.

    • Gain media exposure and strengthen your communication skills and amplify your impact.

      Facilitator

      Impact facilitator and coach

      Meet the 2024 Changemakers

      What you’ll be Tackling

      Get ready to take on these challenges:

      Access to Fresh Water

      Green Finance

      Renewable Energy Accessibility

      Food Security

      What to Expect at MENAKH

      Ideate and problem-solve

      Network and connect

      Inspire and
      be inspired

      Share diverse perspectives

      Collaborate and build partnerships

      Innovate solutions

      The Experience in Phases

      Closes by September 25

      Application Period

      This phase involves the submission of applications by climate changemakers from across the region, allowing them to showcase their work and aspirations for selection.

      Closes by September 25

      Candidate Selection

      Twenty changemakers will be chosen based on their contributions and potential in climate action, representing diverse countries from across the region.

      Orientation & Onboarding

      Selected candidates will undergo briefing and support for travel arrangements to ensure a smooth onboarding process.

      The MENAKH Forum

      Over three days in Egypt, the selected changemakers will engage in collaborative sessions, expanding their knowledge, sharing ideas, and building a strong network to innovate for climate solutions.

      Assessing and Measuring Impact

      Participants will be expected to apply their newly acquired tools and knowledge to enhance their climate initiatives, measure their impact, and report their progress to the MENAKH team.

      Targeted Countries

      MENA region, including eligible nations such as Lebanon, Jordan, Palestinian Territories, Iraq, Egypt, GCC countries, Libya, Tunisia, Algeria, and Morocco.

      Algeria

      Bahrain

      Egypt

      Iraq

      Jordan

      Kuwait

      Lebanon

      Tunisia

      Morocco

      Oman

      Palestine

      Qatar

      Saudi Arabia

      United Arab Emirates

      Yemen

      Be the Catalyst for Climate Solutions!

      Laying the Groundwork

      The SMEs on the Path to Sustainability

      Organizations trained in circularity and sustainability
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      SMEs selected for targeted support with Fondation Diane
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      SMEs advancing with Berytech for tailored training and business development
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      SMEs implementing pilot projects
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      The Program's Goals

      Empowering Startups for a Sustainable Tomorrow

      Fostering Food Security

      Enabling startups to address global challenges in food sustainability.

      Enhancing Youth Employment

      Opening doors for young entrepreneurs across partner countries.

      Promoting Digital Innovation

      Encouraging the integration of digital technologies in the green and blue economies.

      Latest News

      TESSA is funded by Agenzia Italiana per la Cooperazione allo Sviluppo and co-funded by the Gouvernement Princier – Principauté de Monaco. The project is implemented by ICU in partnership with Enea, Elis Innovation Hub, Fondation Diane, and Berytech.

      Join the program through one of our five partners

      (Covering North Mount Lebanon)

      (Covering The Beirut Region)

      (Covering North Lebanon)

      (Covering The Bekaa Region)

      (Covering South Mount Lebanon)

      Are you ready to grow and scale your business solutions?

      Application deadline: May 11, 2024

      What are the innovations needed in the agrifood and cleantech sectors?

      What is Cleantech?

      Learn more about the clean technology sector

      What is Agrifood?

      Learn more about the agriculture and food sector

      Got some questions?

      Send us an email and get all the info you need!

      Partner Growth

      About The Partner Growth Program

      IdeaLab is part of Berytech’s Partner Growth Program under the ACT Smart Innovation Hub. Partner Growth was launched to enable five Support Organizations in different Lebanese regions, for three consecutive years, to source entrepreneurs with innovative solutions in the agrifood and clean technology sectors, assist them in ideating and validating their solutions through the IdeaLab Program, and initiate them to apply and join the Agrytech or Clyntech Accelerators and grow their businesses.

      Success Stories

      Berytech has graduated successful startups who have started with an idea and innovated scalable solutions in the sectors of agrifood and cleantech. Discover their journeys and get inspired to start!

      FAQ

      Your idea or solution should embody a potential innovation in technology or the business model, avoiding any sense of being over-represented or clichéd. Moreover, the idea should carry significant impact, whether it’s on economic, social, environmental, or other relevant aspects.

      By integrating one of the various technology components within your product, service, or process. This includes components such as hardware, software, IOT, low tech, biotechnology and life science, robotics and animation, nanotechnology, etc.

      Meet the Berytech team