For the selection of ideas jury members take the following six criteria into account:
Business or Market Potential
- Does the proposition address a real pain?
- Is there a clearly identified customer segment?
- Is there an opportunity to expand in other markets?
Job Potential or Social Impact
- Does this business have the potential for strong growth and create jobs doing so?
- Does it address an important environmental or social issue?
Innovation or Technology Potential
- Is there strong new technology?
- Is there a strong new business model?
- Or an idea with existing technology/business model
Climate Impact
- Is there a significant climate impact?
- Is the climate impact significant in this business sector?
Strength Management Team
- Is there entrepreneurial spirit in the team?
- How complete is the team for the task at hand?
Quality of Pitch
- How compelling was the pitch?