An agri-business based in Co. Offaly which is developing a bovine breathalyser to measure enteric greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions from livestock has been selected for the Bord na Móna Accelerate Green programme.
Agri Data Analytics is among nine green entrepreneurs from across Ireland participating in the latest Accelerate Green START autumn programme which commenced last week.
The company provides innovative solutions for monitoring and managing methane emissions from cattle, with a mission to promote sustainability in the agricultural sector through advanced technology and data-driven strategies.
Over a period of six weeks, Bord na Móna will provide the nine companies with training, mentoring and business advice to help drive their sustainable growth in Ireland and beyond.
The selected start-ups are providing innovative green solutions that address various sustainable business needs, such as repurposing second-life batteries, capturing carbon, and restoring biodiversity.
The pre-accelerator programme, delivered by Bord na Móna in conjunction with Resolve Partners, is dedicated to supporting early-stage start-ups leading the response to climate action and sustainability.
Start-ups will have access to green innovation expertise and networking opportunities, and will gain exposure to commercial insights, enabling them to develop solutions that tackle global environmental challenges.
The Accelerate Green START autumn cohort will feature the following nine innovative companies in the sustainability space from across the country:
Commenting on the launch of the programme, Bord na Móna CEO, Tom Donnellan said these start-ups represent the next generation of Irish businesses committed to driving climate solutions through innovation.
"Accelerate Green START is designed specifically to nurture budding entrepreneurs in the green sector, giving them the tools to validate and accelerate their growth at this crucial stage," he said.
The programme will culminate with an event on Thursday, November 28, where participants will have the opportunity to pitch their businesses to a panel of experts.
Accelerate Green START will be followed by Accelerate Green GROW, which is suitable for early-stage enterprises and small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) looking to scale, in January 2025.
Applications for the Accelerate Green GROW 2025 programme are still open until Friday, November 22. Applications can be made on the Accelerate Green website.