The iSTAR initiative endeavors to harness the immense potential of geospatial data and satellite imagery to tackle pressing challenges across various sectors, including Agriculture and Food Security, Environmental Resources and Disaster Management, and Urbanization.
By leveraging these advanced technologies, iSTAR aims to drive innovation and foster sustainable solutions to address critical societal needs.
Unlocking Startup Potential:
Entrepreneurs and innovators seeking to venture into the space technology sector are invited to participate in iSTAR’s unique incubation programs tailored to their needs.
Through these programs, participants delve into key areas such as environmental resources and disaster management, agriculture and food security, and urbanization, utilizing geospatial data.
The initiative offers technical training, exploration of market dynamics, and hands-on support to empower startups to thrive in this burgeoning field.
Eligibility Criteria:
iSTAR extends its invitation to entrepreneurs and innovators who meet the following criteria:
Employ data-driven methodologies, particularly involving geospatial and satellite data.
Operate within sectors such as urbanization, agriculture, environmental conservation, and disaster management.
Aspire to develop innovative solutions that shape policy-making and enhance sustainability.
Recognize the indispensable role of data in optimizing product and service delivery.
Program Benefits:
Participants in the iSTAR initiative stand to gain numerous benefits, including:
Specialized Training & Technical Support:
Access to specialized training in space technology to leverage geospatial data effectively for precision in agriculture, environmental monitoring, and urban planning.
Exclusive Data Access: Unprecedented access to the latest geospatial datasets and real-time satellite imagery from the Rwanda Space Agency (RSA), providing startups with a competitive edge to refine and develop innovative solutions.
Access to Infrastructure:
Full access to the Westerwelle Startup Haus office space & Makerspace/Digital fabrication Lab for the duration of the program.
Expert One-on-One Support:
Tailored one-on-one sessions for product development, refining business models, and user validation, ensuring solutions are user-centric and market-ready.
Collaborative Opportunities:
Engagement in a collaborative environment conducive to partnership-building and idea exchange with RSA’s partners and the WSH network, facilitating potential linkages with industry organizations for accelerated growth.
Application Deadline and Process:
Interested individuals are encouraged to apply for the iSTAR initiative by the deadline of March 31, 2024, to seize the opportunity for growth and innovation in the space technology sector.
Click the provided link to access the application portal and embark on a journey of transformative impact through geospatial entrepreneurship.
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