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Global Roots is an international programme for strategic connections and global visibility.
It was created to address the biodiversity crisis by bridging high-potential, innovation-driven solutions with the global actors that can enable their growth. Global Roots isn’t about building capacity, it's about unlocking access.
Designed for ventures ready to grow, and for allies seeking pioneering solutions in the biodiversity ecosystem.
Global Roots identifies and selects the best technology, finance or science based biodiversity startups to position them on a global platform and scale their visibility.
Global Roots is not a traditional support programme, but a strategic entry point.
We connect companies with scalable solutions to the international players that can help them break out of the local market in which they operate. We position them on one of the most visible platforms for innovation in biodiversity to make the leap to the global stage.
The programme
KEY COMPONENTS
The programme helps local innovation thrive on a global stage
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Strategic connections at the global level
Design and execution of a customised agenda of meetings with key players in the ecosystem (VCs, foundations, scientists, multilaterals, policy makers, public sector, etc)
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Tailored Guidance
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Assigning points of contact within the programme, individual follow-up and support for smooth and successful meetings
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International Exposure
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Showcase at FLII 2026, pitching to a specialized audience and a global impact network.
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Pro bono Programme
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Selected startups gain free access to the networking programme and international visibility.
How it works
Global Roots is completely pro-bono for the selected cohort of startups
Call for Startups
AUGUST 2025
Startups selection based on the programme criteria
OCTOBER 2025
Selected startups receive a tailored roadmap of strategic connections aligned with their profile and goals.
1:1 meetings to create the spaces that can open real doores for them; capital, alliances, knowledge and scalability
NOV 2025 -JAN 2026
Startups will showcase their solutions to a high-level global and specialised audience at FLII in Merida - Mexico
FEBRUARY 2026
Focus on Biodiversity
Solutions that contribute to conservation, restoration, monitoring, or sustainable use of biodiversity.
Scalability Potencial
Replicable models with international vision and ambition to grow.
Innovation
with impact
Disruptive or original approaches with technological or scientific value.
SELECTION CRITERIA
Ready for Investment
Demonstrated traction, validation, or readiness to raise capital (equity, debt, grants, VC, etc.)
Clear Impact
Potential to drive measurable change in ecosystems, communities, or value chains.
Commitment to the process
Founders willing to engage actively, receive feedback, and build global networks.
Verticals
Regenerative Agriculture
Food Technology
Blue Economy
Ecosystem Restoration
Sustainable food alternatives and agricultural technologies that restore biodiversity.
Solutions for the conservation and regeneration of oceans, coral reefs, and marine ecosystems.
Projects focused on reforestation, degraded landscape recovery, and soil regeneration.
Natural Carbon Capture Technologies
Nature-based or hybrid technologies that capture and store carbon effectively.
Monitoring and Data
AI, sensors, and satellite-based tools to monitor biodiversity trends and threats.
Biotechnology for Conservation
Genetic tools, DNA-based screening, and biotech for species recovery and environmental health.
We believe that what matters deserves to grow!
New Ventures is a fully integrated impact holding. With over 20 years of experience supporting the entire entrepreneurial journey, it operates across all pillars of the impact ecosystem—connecting ventures to capital, partners, and global opportunities.
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We invest through both equity and debt, run acceleration programs, provide consulting services in financial innovation and impact measurement, and actively drive ecosystem development. By covering the full spectrum of services within the impact space, we address complex challenges through a truly systemic lens—designing interconnected solutions that foster lasting transformation across sectors and stakeholders.