The Greenwave Innovation Challenge, a dynamic initiative by Turbine, brings together visionary entrepreneurs and dedicated partners to foster sustainable innovation. This challenge is a platform for entrepreneurs to showcase their solutions, gain valuable mentorship, and connect with industry leaders. Let’s have a look at our partners challenges, expectations and desired projects through this recap article!
Key Information about the Hospitality Sector Involvement in the GreenWave Innovation Challenge
Beachcomber Resorts & Hotels
Beachcomber Resorts & Hotels, a pioneer in sustainable tourism in Mauritius, is proud to collaborate with La Turbine for the GreenWave Innovation Challenge. This partnership aims to support startups developing innovative environmental products and services. Beachcomber is motivated by the potential of these startups to drive sustainable innovation and open new opportunities.
Challenges and Expectations:
Beachcomber is focused on addressing significant environmental challenges:
- Efficient water use, including rainwater harvesting and desalination
- Sustainable energy consumption, particularly through renewable energy
- Responsible waste management, with an emphasis on recycling and eliminating single-use plastics
- Biodiversity preservation, such as the “Honey from our Gardens” initiative
Desired Projects: Beachcomber seeks innovative projects that:
- Enhance environmental sustainability within the hospitality industry
- Develop new solutions for water and energy efficiency
- Create effective waste management systems
- Promote biodiversity and support local communities
Rogers Hospitality
The Importance of Partnership: Partnering with the Greenwave Innovation Challenge allows Rogers Hospitality to stimulate sustainable innovation and entrepreneurship within the hospitality sector. This collaboration offers access to a rich ecosystem of start-ups, entrepreneurs, experts, and investors, aiding the acceleration of the company’s ecological transition and sustainable development goals. It also enhances the visibility of Rogers Hospitality’s commitment to Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR).
Challenges & expectations
- Managing pollutants and waste while transitioning to a circular economy.
- Enhancing working conditions and community engagement.
- Accessing innovative solutions to address environmental and operational challenges.
- Providing mentorship and support to start-ups for testing and validating new technologies.
- Integrating sustainable practices into operations for long-term impact.
Desired Solutions: Rogers Hospitality seeks innovative solutions to achieve 100% decarbonized tourist mobility, a closed-loop circular economy, a full transition to renewable energy, eco-sourced and zero-carbon accommodations and dining options, and the protection and restoration of cultural heritage.
Attitude
Attitude, a prominent Mauritian hospitality company, manages a collection of nine 3* and 4* hotels and a 5* boutique hotel, Paradise Cove, focusing on sustainable tourism.
Challenges and Focus Areas: Attitude faces significant challenges, including:
- Sustainability: Implementing zero single-use plastic since 2020 and minimizing ecological footprints through local and natural products.
- Community Engagement: Integrating local culture and community into guest experiences, and supporting local businesses and cultural initiatives.
- Environmental Impact: Achieving sustainable operations and reducing carbon footprints.
Desired Projects: Attitude seeks innovative projects that:
- Enhance digital guest experiences and personalization.
- Develop regenerative tourism models that are economically viable.
- Innovate in waste management, aiming for zero waste.
- Integrate smart technology in hospitality services.
- Support local culture and sustainable practices.
Key Information about Agriculture Partners and the Greenwave Innovation Challenge
Ingenia
Ingenia, a technology-driven company in the Indian Ocean and African countries, specializes in agricultural supplies, water engineering, industrial solutions, and laboratory services.
Challenges and Focus Areas: Ingenia faces significant challenges, including:
- Climate Change Adaptation: Ingenia prioritizes developing climate-resistant crops, improving water management, and protecting soil against degradation.
- Sustainability: Transitioning to more than 50% organic products by 2026, promoting organic fertilizers and pesticides, and providing state-of-the-art equipment to farmers.
- Food Self-Sufficiency: Reducing dependence on imports by supporting local production, reducing food waste, and optimizing resource use.
Desired Projects: Ingenia seeks innovative projects that:
- Develop sustainable farming practices.
- Enhance water management and soil conservation.
- Promote agricultural diversification and urban farming.
- Utilize smart technology to optimize agricultural productivity.
- Encourage sustainable and regenerative agriculture.
Mauritius Chamber of Agriculture (MCA)
The Mauritius Chamber of Agriculture, a longstanding institution supporting the agricultural sector for 170 years, is actively involved in the Greenwave Innovation Challenge.
Challenges and Focus Areas: The Chamber faces several critical challenges:
- Climate Change Adaptation: Implementing knowledge dissemination strategies and advanced agricultural practices to combat climate impacts.
- Food Self-Sufficiency: Reducing dependence on imports by enhancing local production, storage, and processing capacities.
- Land Use: Addressing the decline in agricultural land due to urban development and the aging farmer population.
Desired Projects: The Chamber seeks innovative projects that:
- Improve water management and recycling.
- Enhance sustainable and clean energy use.
- Advance waste reduction and composting.
- Promote local sourcing and circular economy principles.
- Foster community engagement and socio-economic inclusion.
ENL Ltd
Company Overview: ENL Limited is a diversified conglomerate involved in real estate development, agriculture, logistics, hospitality, retail, and manufacturing. Established in 1821 as a sugarcane plantation and sugar factory with 100 acres of farmland in Moka, it has grown into a major player in the Mauritian and African markets.
The agro-industrial segment, ENL Agri, includes two sugarcane plantations (Mont-Désert Alma and Savannah), poultry and cattle farming, food production (marketed under Field Good Fresh Food), a nursery, and a landscaping business (ESP Landscapers).
Future Vision for Agriculture in Mauritius:
2030 and 2050 Projections:
- Modernization and professionalization of the agricultural sector.
- Transition from small-scale manual farming to medium-scale farming with mechanization.
- Enhanced autonomy for farmers through equipment, requiring training and professionalization.
Desired Innovations:
Innovative Solutions:
- Sustainable water management inspired by “nature-based solutions.”
- Regenerative agriculture with optimal yields, allowing soil regeneration.
Guidance and Testing:
- Helping entrepreneurs understand the agricultural value chain in Mauritius.
- Providing a network of professionals and potential partners.
- Assisting with field testing, validation, and improvement of innovative ideas through professional teams, as done in the past.
Key Information about Circular Transformation and the Greenwave Innovation Challenge
Panagora
Panagora, a leading food distribution company in Mauritius since 1974, is actively participating in the Greenwave Innovation Challenge.
Challenges and Focus Areas: Panagora faces significant challenges, including:
- Sustainability: Reducing environmental impact through renewable energy and waste management.
- Food Waste: Minimizing food waste with advanced management systems.
- Local Manufacturing: Supporting the local food industry to boost economic independence.
Desired Projects: Panagora seeks innovative projects that:
- Improve renewable energy integration, especially solar power.
- Develop efficient waste recycling and management systems.
- Enhance sustainable packaging and reduce food waste.
- Promote local sourcing and diversify food production.
- Innovate in the distribution sector, particularly in reducing carbon footprints.
PIM Ltd
PIM Ltd, founded in 1970, is a leading Mauritian company specializing in the manufacturing of plastic products for various sectors, including industrial, pharmaceutical, cosmetic, food, and household markets. In 2023, PIM Recycling Ltd was established to provide sustainable recycling solutions for moderately contaminated plastic waste, becoming a key player in circular economy and recycling in the region.
Future Vision for Mauritius:
2030: Widespread adoption of sustainable practices, technological innovation, and clean production.
2050: Full integration of circular economy with advanced, intelligent, and responsible industries.
Desirable Innovations:
- Autonomous and Sustainable Production Technologies.
- 100% Recyclable Materials.
- Integrated Renewable Energy Solutions.
Supporting Entrepreneurs through GreenWave Innovation Challenge:
- Personalized Support: Providing access to expertise and infrastructure.
- Project Development: Helping transform ideas into viable and sustainable projects and businesses.
The GreenWave Innovation Challenge exemplifies the power of collaboration and innovation. Thanks to our partners’ unwavering support, we can drive meaningful change and support sustainable startup growth. We invite all passionate entrepreneurs to seize this opportunity and join us in making a difference.
Ready to take your startup to the next level? Register now for the GreenWave Innovation Challenge and be part of the movement driving sustainable innovation.
