In a world of temporary alliances and short-term innovation programs, a different kind of project is taking shape one thats designed to evolve and expand not over months or years, but over decades.
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At Entreprenerd, we spoke with the creator of the ChileFinland Binational Platform a project that turned an idea into reality with the goal of driving innovation through deep collaboration in science, technology, and sustainable development.
Applications are open from 20 September to 5 December 2025. The Nordic Blue accelerator program by APelago starts in January 2026.
The project uses AI to predict the effects of adaptation measures in the cultivation of cocoa and rice to promote sustainable agriculture.
The project will last five years and will be implemented jointly by the Fundación Chile and the VTT Technical center of Finland. "It is a bridge that will allow companies and entrepreneurs from both countries to develop, test, and scale innovations globally," said the Finnish Ambassador to Chile, Johanna Kotkajärvi.
The initiative aims to boost the socio-economic growth of this region, as well as the research of this element and its uses in productive sectors.