a pitch competition for the best product, service, or idea that addresses first and foremost, waste reduction, then waste solutions for materials generated in Washington State.

PreCycle Innovation Challenge 2023

The PreCycle Innovation Challenge 2023 is a pitch competition for the best product, service, or idea that addresses first and foremost, waste reduction, then waste solutions for materials generated in Washington State. This program is hosted by Seattle Good Business Network and Zero Waste WA, with partial funding from the WA State Department of Ecology.

This competition is open to Pacific Northwest for-profit and non-profit businesses, individuals, and student teams seeking to advance Washington’s circular, regenerative, and just economy. Teams will participate and compete in two tracks: idea-stage and development-stage business and non-profit startups. The 6-week program includes technical and business development workshops, mentoring, and networking and culminates in a day-long virtual event.

The event will highlight presentations of existing Washington innovations and include pitches by the top finalists. Winning teams will receive cash prizes. All teams will be offered support post-event to carry their ideas forward.

Applications close on Monday, March 13th, at 11:59PM PST.

Apply here: https://www.precyclewa.org/application