KPMG 2025 Nature Positive Challenge

About

The KPMG 2025 Nature Positive Challenge is an innovative competition aimed at supporting startups in the Asia-Pacific region, particularly in Australia, Fiji, and Papua New Guinea, that focus on ecological restoration and circular economy solutions, offering substantial cash prizes and professional resources to enhance their impact on nature.

Benefits

• Five finalist teams will share AUD 250,000 in customized consulting, tax, and accounting services
• Winning startup will receive AUD 100,000 cash prize
• People's Choice Award selected by KPMG employees will receive an additional AUD 20,000
• Access to KPMG executives and expert guidance
• Connections to industry, science, community, and investor partners

Eligibility Criteria

• Startups or impact enterprises
• Focused on AI solutions for ecosystem restoration or biodiversity
• Committed to circular economy and resource regeneration
• Must be located in Australia, Fiji, or Papua New Guinea
• Indigenous Australian startups can apply for a special category

Target Region

Australia, Fiji, Papua New Guinea

Target Sector

Environmental Innovation