Taronga?s HATCH, the world?s only accelerator program that is led by a conservation zoo, is currently open for applications for its fourth intake. Designed to help ecopreneurs take their idea from vision to reality, the program supports founders who are tackling some of the most pressing environmental and conservation challenges currently facing our planet. Applications close Sunday 28 January, 2024.  
In addition to fully immersive masterclasses and workshops, successful individuals and teams will have access to Taronga?s extensive network of mentors and experts to develop investor training and pitch readiness. The program will conclude with a competitive pitch, with the winning team receiving the  $50,000 HATCH Grant and an opportunity for teams to win the additional $5,000 People?s Choice Award.  ?Taronga is driven by its vision to secure a shared future for wildlife and people,? said Taronga Conservation Society Australia CEO Cameron Kerr AO.  
?HATCH has brought us closer to making that vision a reality. Together with the support of our generous donors, extensive network of mentors, guest speakers, and subject matter experts, we have nurtured some of the nation?s most innovative minds to address the most pressing environmental and conservation challenges. We look forward to seeing the brilliant ideas that come through HATCH in 2024 and working with ecopreneurs to continue protecting our wildlife and environment.? 
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