Aikaterini Laskaridis Foundation - Second Nature Industrial Design competition

The Aikaterini Laskaridis Foundation has established an industrial design competition which will focus on the three pillars of the Second Nature Initiative- Marine Plastic Waste, Blue and Circular Economy and New Technologies.
We would like to source candidates that will present a product with a strong design that incorporates the above ideas. An important factor in the selection process is that these ideas and products can evolve into a solid business proposal with a future and a place in the specific product area.
What the judges will be looking for
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An appealing design concept
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A functional item that promotes environmental awareness while incorporating the idea of upcycling marine waste
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An item that has the potential to evolve and find itself directly in the marketplace, as a sustainable business idea
Eligibility: Candidates must be Greek and max age to apply is 35 years old. Please make sure you have read the terms and conditions before applying.
The 3 winners will receive
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2500 euros each
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Mentoring and Assistance with furthering their brand from The People's Trust
Indicative Timeline
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Competition announced during the Second Nature Symposium 24th of May 2018
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Calls open June 2018
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Calls close 15 of September 2018
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First selection takes place and is announced 10 of December 2018
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Business workshops take place with The People’s Trust January - March 2019
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Final selection of winners 10 April 2019
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Winners announced May 2019