St. John’s, NL – March 31, 2025 — If you’ve got an idea that could reduce waste, rethink resource use, or create cleaner, more sustainable ways of doing business, econext wants to hear from you.
The Project Zero econext Circular Economy Incubator is a free clean growth incubator designed to help early-stage entrepreneurs build solutions for a circular economy—where materials stay in use, waste is designed out, and environmental impact is part of the equation from day one.
You don’t need to have a full business plan or a finished product. If you’ve got a concept, a prototype, or even just the beginning of a big idea, this virtual program can help you take it to the next level.
Selected participants get:
• Access to expert mentorship
• Workshops and training
• Support with funding, pitching, and commercialization
• A network of people who care about solving real-world problems
Whether you’re working on sustainable fashion, circular design, food waste—or something completely unexpected—this incubator is a space to build, test, and grow your idea from wherever you are in Newfoundland and Labrador.
Applications are open now and close April 6, 2025.
Apply today at econext.ca/project-zero
econext is a not-for-profit association with a mission to accelerate clean growth in Newfoundland and Labrador by: (1) stimulating research, development, and innovation; (2) preparing its workforce for a greening economy; and (3) acting as a catalyst for climate change action within its industries, businesses, and communities. econext has been working for over 30 years on behalf of its members across many sectors to support environmentally sustainable economic development. More information can be found at https://econext.ca.
Synergy Foundation was created in 2013 by the Synergy Enterprises team and a group of passionate community members and leaders who recognized the need for a non-profit organization to lead the transition towards a green economy on the west coast. Since its inception, Synergy Foundation has focused on innovative projects and programs that have pushed the envelope, supported hundreds of businesses, and turned great ideas into action.
Our core focus areas include supporting communities and businesses in adopting circular economy practices and advancing green business operations to foster a regenerative, inclusive, and equitable economy. This is represented in our core initiatives: BC Green Business, Project Zero, and the Ecostar Awards.
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