DeserTech

We are honored to have collaborated with the UN Convention to Combat Desertification and innovation leaders from across the Great Green Wall (GGW) countries in Africa on a transformative journey to combat desertification and foster food security. Two years into the program, we are proud to see its impact: participants from 𝟏𝟏 𝐒𝐮𝐛-𝐒𝐚𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐚𝐧 𝐀𝐟𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐧 𝐜𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐡𝐚𝐯𝐞 𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐫 𝟑𝟎 𝐢𝐧𝐧𝐨𝐯𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐣𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐬, targeting challenges in sustainable agriculture, water efficiency, and land restoration. These projects are a testament to the participants' dedication and the power of global cooperation. As COP16Riyadh opens in Riyadh, we are thrilled to announce that the program’s achievements will be showcased by UNCCD representatives. This milestone highlights the potential of innovation-driven partnerships in addressing global environmental challenges. Read more in the attached link. Nicole Hod Stroh / Jonathan Menuhin / Tal Biran Ben-Gal / Sinai Gohar Barak / Sivan Cohen Shachari 🎗 / Israel Ben Shitrit / Sharon Goldberg / Ron Yakir / Ziv Hova Meshulam Louise Baker / Jeroen van Dalen / Sarah Toumi Merage Foundation Israel / Israel Innovation Institute / Ministry of Environmental Protection / Ben-Gurion University of the Negev

🌍 𝗜𝗻𝗻𝗼𝘃𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻, 𝗦𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗚𝗹𝗼𝗯𝗮𝗹 𝗜𝗺𝗽𝗮𝗰𝘁: 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗗𝗲𝘀𝗲𝗿𝗧𝗲𝗰𝗵 𝗡𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝗡𝗲𝘄𝘀𝗹𝗲𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗶𝘀 𝗛𝗲𝗿𝗲! 🚀 We’re excited to share the latest edition of the DeserTech newsletter, packed with insights and opportunities. 📢 𝗛𝗲𝗿𝗲’𝘀 𝘄𝗵𝗮𝘁’𝘀 𝗶𝗻𝘀𝗶𝗱𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗺𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗵’𝘀 𝗶𝘀𝘀𝘂𝗲: • 🚜 𝗔𝗱𝘃𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗦𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗔𝗴𝗿𝗶𝗰𝘂𝗹𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲: Updates on the groundbreaking pilot project with NOF in Nigeria, reducing post-harvest losses for farmers. • 🤖 𝗔𝗜 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗘𝗻𝗲𝗿𝗴𝘆 𝗧𝗲𝗰𝗵 𝗘𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀: Exclusive workshops and networking opportunities for startups, including partnerships with Microsoft, UBTECH, and more. • 🔋 𝗘𝗻𝗲𝗿𝗴𝘆 𝗜𝗻𝗻𝗼𝘃𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: Highlights from the upcoming International Energy & Business Conference. • 🌱 𝗘𝗺𝗽𝗼𝘄𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗘𝗻𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗽𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗲𝘂𝗿𝘀: From grants supporting international growth to mentorship for female founders, we’ve got resources to help innovators thrive. ✨ 𝗗𝗼𝗻’𝘁 𝗺𝗶𝘀𝘀 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗳. 𝗗𝗿𝗼𝗿 𝗘𝘁𝘇𝗶𝗼𝗻’𝘀 𝗹𝗲𝗰𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝗼𝗻 𝘀𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗮𝘀 𝗮 𝗯𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗱𝗿𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗿 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗗𝗲𝗰𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿! 🔗 Ready to explore?  Check out the full newsletter here: https://lnkd.in/dNs2aerw] Sign up to stay updated: https://lnkd.in/dXNyVyi7 #Innovation #Sustainability #ClimateAction #Startups #DeserTech #Deserttech #deserttechnologies

🌍 Introducing DeserTech—Israel's global hub for pioneering desert and climate solutions! 🌍 Excited to share that Nicole Hod Stroh, Executive Director of The Merage Foundation Israel, and Dr. Judith (Zilberstein) Amiel, CEO of the DCIC - The DeserTech & Climate Innovation Center, will represent Israel at COP29 Azerbaijan in Baku, Azerbaijan. Joining the President of Israel and the Minister of the Ministry of Environmental Protection, they’ll showcase the Negev as a global hub for desert technologies—highlighting innovative solutions for pressing global challenges like water scarcity, land degradation, and extreme heat. 🔥 Here’s what to expect from this session: - Prof. Shimon Rachmilevitch from Ben-Gurion University of the Negev - Groundbreaking DeserTech startups: Treetoscope and SaliCrop Ltd 📅 When: November 19th, 4 PM 📍 Where: Israeli Pavilion, COP29, Baku, Azerbaijan The Negev is leading the way in building resilience for arid regions worldwide. 🌱 #DeserTech #ClimateTech #COP29 #SustainableInnovation #WaterScarcity #LandRestoration #ClimateSolutions #NegevInnovation #IsraelTech #GlobalImpact #FutureofClimate #DesertTech

🚀 Ready to Level Up Your PropTech Startup? REACH, the prestigious scale-up program powered by Second Century Ventures (the investment arm of the National Association of REALTORS®), is coming to Israel to transform a select group of advanced real estate tech startups into global industry leaders. 💡As a REACH participant, you'll gain the exposure, connections, and guidance needed to conquer new markets and reach unprecedented heights. This is more than a program - it's a catalyst for transformative growth. ✨ Imagine the possibilities: Global markets at your fingertips Investors are eager to back your vision Mentorship from industry luminaries Join the REACH Israel team for an introductory webinar to learn how REACH can be your ticket to success: 🗓️ Date: November 10 ⏰ Time: 16:00 🔗 Ensure your seat: Webinar Registration 📝Apply now for the February 2025 cohort at www.nar-reach.com/israel

Kodus to the DCIC team for bringing new initiatives to the water and agriculture sectors of DeserTech, looking forward to seeing how they arise from the Negev to the world.

Are you an Israeli company planning on participating in marketing activities abroad? Here is a great opportunity for a grant!  ✈ We’re excited to share an initiative by מנהלת הצמיחה | The National Program for Economic Growth and the Foreign Trade Administration Ministry of Economy and Industry-משרד הכלכלה והתעשייה to subsidize participation in marketing activities abroad in 2025. Please spread the word so more companies can register and benefit from this offer. This is a process with zero bureaucracy: register, select an activity, and then receive reimbursement for expenses with receipts. Don’t wait until the last minute! Registration is open until December 13. If you’re an Israeli company in the following competitive clusters: 🍏 Agro-Food Tech ⚔ Defense and Cyber (including HLS, Space, and Aviation companies) 💊 Health 🌎 Desert Tech and Climate 🏭 Industry 4.0 📱 High-Tech Register now for the “Growth to the World” program and receive support for expenses related to selected activities. It couldn’t be easier! 🛫 👈🏽 Enter your company details 👈🏽 Choose the activity you wish to participate in for 2025 👈🏽 Get up to a 25% reimbursement or up to 15,000₪ for: ✔ Participation in international exhibitions, delegations, and conferences abroad, from a list of activities recognized by the Foreign Trade Administration ✔ Setting up a booth at an international exhibition and marketing expenses to promote the business within the approved activity ✔ Flights and accommodations as part of the approved activity Application deadline: December 15 For more details: https://lnkd.in/dSZ-TV8X To register: https://lnkd.in/dBDmG9bX

🎓 Turning Challenges into Opportunities! 📅 On Tuesday, November 19, 2024, Ben-Gurion University of the Negev invites you to an exciting seminar, "From Nuisance to Resource," a unique opportunity to learn how obstacles can be transformed into valuable resources. 🧪 Join us in Chemistry Building (43), Hall 015 for a day of insights and practical solutions. The full schedule includes engaging sessions and registration is open until November 12, 2024. Don’t miss this chance to connect with experts, share ideas, and gain insights. 🔗 Attached: Seminar schedule and invitation.

Calling all Israeli ClimateTech startups! 🚀 TONBO Ventures' Dragonfly Program is now accepting applications for its 16-week accelerator. If you're ready to enter the U.S. market and scale your climate tech innovation, this is the program for you. 🌱 What’s included? ◾ $150K equity investment 💰 ◾ Mentorship and business guidance 🧠 ◾ 50+ sessions with top investors and professionals 📊 ◾ U.S. showcase in May 2025 Apply by Nov 30, 2024! 👉 Learn more & apply: https://lnkd.in/dRE5Ejnm #ClimateTech #Startups #Innovation #Sustainability #USMarket #Entrepreneurship #DeserTech

DeserTech and Climate companies- what kind of infrastructure do you need to develop, produce and scale your technology? מנהלת הצמיחה | The National Program for Economic Growth and the Investment Authority at the Ministry of Economy are offering up to 10 million NIS in grants! Eligible companies can receive up to 40% of their investment in physical and digital infrastructure, supporting development, production, and scaling within Israel’s competitive clusters, including: 🏜 DesertTech and Climate 🧬 Healthcare and Life Sciences 🏭 Advanced Manufacturing 🌾 Agro-Food Tech 🛡 Security and Cyber 🖥 High-Tech Join our Q&A webinar on October 14th at 10:00 AM: https://lnkd.in/d2YBbTKS For more information about the program and application process: https://lnkd.in/dGuMfHMs 🗓* Final submission deadline: November 11, 2024, by 13:00* Shlomo Levi Nicole Hod Stroh Sivan Cohen Shachari 🎗Elinor Yakobson Hadas klein Yotam Zach Irit Fischer Nitsan Karsenty Tamar Schejter-Cohen

The RegenAg Challenge is highly relevant to the DeserTech community. It’s focused on finding innovative ways to make agriculture more sustainable, aligning perfectly with our ecosystem's goals. We're excited to see how startups and big companies will team up to tackle these challenges!