EcoPreneur Initiative
Empowering Green Entrepreneurs. Building Sustainable Businesses.
The EcoPreneur Initiative is Green Agric Technology Limited’s programme for identifying, developing, connecting, and elevating urban green entrepreneurs. We work with entrepreneurs whose businesses contribute to sustainable agriculture, environmental protection, recycling, green products, and climate-resilient livelihoods. Through business development, market access, visibility, and financial pathways, we help promising green businesses move from informal enterprise to sustainable growth.
Our Goal
To build a stronger ecosystem of green entrepreneurs who can create jobs, increase household incomes, provide sustainable products and services, and contribute to Nigeria’s emerging green economy.
Who We Support
The EcoPreneur Initiative is designed for emerging and existing entrepreneurs working in environmentally and agriculturally relevant sectors.
Participants may include:
How the Programme Works
Our approach is built around three key pathways:
Pathway 01
01. Identification & Visibility
We identify promising green entrepreneurs through field outreach, market walks, and referrals. Selected businesses are verified in the GAT EcoPreneur database and featured through photo stories and media to build credibility.
- Field discovery & due diligence verification
- Photo storytelling & social credibility
- Target: 100,000 entrepreneurs nationwide
Pathway 02
02. Market Access & Economic Empowerment
Being identified is only the start. We help EcoPreneurs strengthen their operations and reach more customers through structured practical business training, quarterly Green Fairs, and dedicated commercial buyer linkages.
- Quarterly Green Fairs (80–200 vendors, 1,000+ visitors)
- 6–8 week training (pricing, inventory, sales & growth)
- Verified commercial buyer linkages for repeat orders
Pathway 03
03. Financial Access
The final pathway helps green businesses become bankable. We connect verified and trained entrepreneurs with microfinance, banks, cooperatives, and impact investors for formal credit and growth capital.
- Working capital, asset finance & growth loans
- Dedicated grants for women and youth enterprises
- Blended finance & credit preparation partnerships
From Entrepreneur to Bankable Business
Our ecosystem helps entrepreneurs build the evidence and capacity required for growth.
Step 01
Verified Database
Field identification, due diligence screening, and enrollment in the GAT roster.
Step 02
Business Training
Field identification, due diligence screening, and enrollment in the GAT roster.
Step 03
Market Activity
Direct sales showcase at quarterly Green Fairs and commercial buyer links.
Step 04
Financial Readiness
Transparent sales records, credit preparation, and bankable business plans.
Step 05
Access to Capital
Working capital, asset finance, and tailored green enterprise facilities.
Step 06
Business Growth
Scale, green job creation, higher revenue, and follow-on financing qualification.
Repayment and responsible financial management can further help entrepreneurs build trust and qualify for larger follow-on facilities.
Why the EcoPreneur Initiative Matters
Small and emerging businesses are critical to Nigeria's economic future. By strengthening entrepreneurs operating within the green economy, we can help create sustainable livelihoods while addressing environmental challenges.
The EcoPreneur Initiative connects entrepreneurship, sustainability, markets, and finance to create a practical pathway for green economic growth.
Join the EcoPreneur Initiative
Are you building a business that contributes to a greener and more sustainable Nigeria? Register your interest and become part of the EcoPreneur ecosystem.