– Non-profit organizations from all over the world can now apply for the 2022 RFP. This RFP is focused on clean energy.
The pilot project included Heifer International, Nature Conservancy India, and Plan21 Foundation.
Feb 17, 2022
ARMONK, N.Y., Feb. 17, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — IBM (NYSE: IBMToday, ) announced the launch IBM Sustainability Accelerator, a global pro bono social impact program that applies IBM technologies, such as hybrid cloud and artificial intelligence, and an ecosystem of experts to enhance and scale non-profit and government organization operations, focused on populations vulnerable to environmental threats including climate change, extreme weather, and pollution.
“We believe that science, technology, innovation can help address environmental issues while serving vulnerable populations exposed to environmental hazards,” he said. Justina NixonVice President of Corporate Social Responsibility at IBM. “By combining expertise and technology with the aim of improving the lives people most affected by environmental threats, it is possible to make a lasting, scalable impact.”
The program:
After a two-phased approach, the IBM Sustainability Accelerator will support each organization for two years.
Phase I: Accelerator Engagements will start with the IBM GarageIBM’s method to use design thinking and agile techniques to accelerate meaningful innovation and create lasting culture changes. IBM experts will work closely with the beneficiary organization to determine their needs and create a clear roadmap for designing, developing, deploying, and continuously improving technology to solve specific public problems.
Phase II: A second phase will see IBM cross-industry specialists configure IBM resources and technology to help participants achieve their community and environmental impact goals. IBM Watson is one of the technologies that will apply. IBM Cloud, or the Environmental Intelligence Suite, among others. IBM Sustainability Accelerator beneficiaries will also receive IBM Cloud credits, weather data credit, mentorship, access to the IBM partner ecosystem, and monthly IBM Cloud credits. IBM experts will support pilot deployments of solutions in order to facilitate optimal implementation, scale long term impact and drive key societal outcomes.
Selection process
Each year, IBM will identify a theme for the RFPs or project selections of the organizations in its cohort.
Today, the official launch of this program is complete. We invite non-profit organizations to apply for aPublic RFP The 2022 cohort Focus on clean energy. Proposals are due April 30, 2022You should submit Through our Submission Portal.
Last year, we completed a pilot program with three participants in the IBM Sustainability Accelerator. These organizations have successfully completed their phase I on sustainable agriculture projects.
- The Nature Conservancy India The Nature Conservancy India is building a public information platform to help eliminate crop residue burning in North IndiaThey are pursuing their goal of increasing agricultural sustainability, improving public health, and helping to reduce the climate change impact. India.
- Heifer InternationalHeifer International collaborates with IBM to develop affordable digital solutions that are scalable and cost-effective for farmers’ cooperatives. MalawiWith weather and crop yield forecasts to increase their yields.
- Plan21 Foundation for Sustainable Human DevelopmentPlan21 supports smallholder farmers in Latin America manage their crops more sustainably — with the goal of increasing their productivity and income, and contributing to consumer awareness and the development of more responsible markets.
“Cloud, AI 5G, and quantum computing all have the potential to have a positive impact on large social issues such climate change. Yet, the most vulnerable populations are often those who have the least access to technology. said Carolina Milanesi, Founder,The Heart of Tech. “It’s the responsibility of technology companies such IBM to ensure that they are prioritised rather than being left behind.“
“The Nature Conservancy India is looking forward to continuing to work with IBM to tap its impressive network of subject matter experts and cutting-edge technology coupled with our project implementation and research expertise to help address the important issue of crop residue burning in North India. Our collaboration is another step forward in achieving a no-burn agriculture system that will allow nature and people to thrive. We are excited about the impact of this important work together.”
–Manoj Singh, Project Head – Crop Residue Management, The Nature Conservancy India
“Through collaborations in Malawi and Honduras, Heifer International and IBM are supporting smallholder farmers to bridge the digital divide. We look forward working with IBM through the Sustainability accelerator initiative, supporting smallholder farmers in leveraging digital tools to achieve sustainable living income. Our work will increase productivity, market access and livelihoods for the farmers and rural communities who feed the world.”
– Elizabeth Magombo Kabaghe, Innovations and New Initiatives Lead for Heifer Malawi
“We at Plan21 are very enthusiastic to be one of the first partners selected to participate in the IBM Sustainability Accelerator and are excited to embark on this journey with them on sustainable agriculture. We appreciate IBM’s user-centered design thinking approach through the IBM Garage that considers the realities of our program beneficiaries on the ground. That means designing and building user-friendly technological tools that farmers can use, considering their own realities, work contexts and needs.”
– Fabián Román, President of Plan21 Foundation
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