All You Need to Know About Youth Ecopreneur Program

The Prime Minister’s Youth Program (PMYP) has launched the Youth Ecopreneur Program (YECO), offering young innovators a platform to lead the green transition through sustainable businesses and land restoration projects.

This program provides capacity-building, funding, mentorship, and international exposure to help young eco-entrepreneurs scale their ideas for a sustainable future.

Eligibility Criteria

To apply, you must:

  • Be under 35 years of age by the application deadline (14th September 2025).
  • Be a Founder, Co-Founder, or CEO of your venture.
  • Run a youth-led and legally registered business.
  • Ensure your business promotes land restoration, sustainability, or the green economy.

Categories

Applicants can apply under one of two categories:

  • Land Restoration
  • Green Business Solutions

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Program Benefits

Selected participants will gain:

  • Capacity-building and advanced training for scaling ventures.
  • Seed Funding: A shared pool of USD 100,000 (equity-free) for the Land Restoration cohort.
  • Mentorship and coaching from industry leaders.
  • Legal and Intellectual Property (IP) guidance.
  • Preferential access to: Pro-Bono Legal Services (Sidley Austin LLP) and Google Startups for Sustainable Development Program.
  • Access to a global network and international exposure.
  • All-expenses-paid trip to an international conference (for award finalists).
  • Youth Ecopreneur Award: USD 10,000 prize money (1 winner per category).

How to Apply

Complete the online application form and submit your proposal outlining:

  • Your business model.
  • How it addresses environmental challenges.
  • Scalability and long-term sustainability.

Important Dates

  • Deadline for Applications: 14th September 2025
  • Late submissions will not be entertained.

Why You Should Apply

This is a unique opportunity for young eco-entrepreneurs to:

  • Showcase their innovations on a global platform.
  • Gain funding and international recognition.
  • Play a key role in Pakistan’s green transition and climate resilience efforts.



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