Greenhouse Technology Network
Highlights
This program is designed for businesses like yours in the greenhouse and related technology sectors. It offers a unique opportunity to access state-of-the-art equipment, tools, and services. By participating, you can leverage a 1:1 funding match on applied research projects, significantly lowering your innovation risk.
What You Get:
- Access to cutting-edge greenhouse equipment and tools
- Collaboration with industry experts
- Connection to a hub of applied research experts
Benefits:
- Maximize your return on investment by collaborating with experts.
- Enhance your research capabilities to address technology challenges.
- Optimize production and create value for your customers.
This program is easier to qualify for than many others, making it an excellent choice for your business. By being approved, you will gain valuable resources and support to grow and innovate in the greenhouse industry.
Financing Details
Type of Financing: Grant
Repayment Terms:
- No repayment required.
Eligible Expenses:
- Research and development costs.
- Purchase of greenhouse equipment and tools.
- Costs associated with implementing new technologies.
- Fees for expert consultation and collaboration.
Use of Funds:
- Funds can be used for:
- Acquiring state-of-the-art greenhouse equipment.
- Covering expenses related to applied research projects.
- Collaborating with research institutions to develop new technologies.
Restrictions:
- Funds cannot be used for:
- General operational expenses.
- Marketing and advertising costs.
- Non-research related travel expenses.
Fees:
- No fees associated with the grant program.
Qualifications
- Must be a greenhouse or related technology business.
- Must be interested in developing, testing, or implementing greenhouse applicable technologies.
- Must be willing to collaborate with research institutions.
- Must be open to leveraging state-of-the-art equipment, tools, services, and expertise.
Must be seeking to advance development and adoption of new technologies.
Disqualifications:
- Businesses not related to greenhouse or technology sectors.
- Businesses not interested in applied research projects.
- Businesses unwilling to collaborate with research institutions.
Description
This program offers your business a chance to access state-of-the-art greenhouse equipment, tools, and services. You can leverage a 1:1 funding match for applied research projects, which means for every dollar you invest, the program matches it with another dollar. This can significantly reduce the financial risk associated with innovation.
By participating, you can collaborate with experts in the field, maximizing your return on investment. This collaboration helps you develop, test, and implement new technologies that can optimize production and add value to your operations.
The program connects you with a hub of applied research experts, allowing you to grow your research capabilities and address technology challenges effectively. This can lead to improved competitiveness and sustainability for your business.
Program Steps
Gather Required Documentation: Prepare the necessary documents to support your application. You will need:
- Business plan
- Financial statements
- Project proposal detailing the technology to be developed, tested, or implemented
- Quotes for equipment or services
- Any relevant research data or previous project outcomes
Complete the Application Form: Visit the GTN website and fill out the application form. Ensure all sections are completed accurately.
Submit Supporting Documents: Upload the prepared documentation along with your application form. Make sure all files are clearly labeled and easy to understand.
Review and Confirm Submission: Double-check all information and documents for accuracy. Confirm that everything is correctly filled out and submitted.
Await Confirmation: After submission, you will receive a confirmation email. This email will include details on the next steps and any additional information required.
Participate in Follow-Up Discussions: Be prepared to discuss your project in detail with GTN representatives. This may include clarifying project goals, timelines, and expected outcomes.
Finalize Agreement: Once your application is reviewed and approved, you will finalize the agreement with GTN. This includes understanding the funding match details and any other terms and conditions.
Begin Project Implementation: Upon finalizing the agreement, you can start the project with the support and resources provided by GTN.