Sample form, not for offine completion. Visit https://riseaccelerator.awardsplatform.com to apply. RISE Accelerator Round 3, Renewable Energy Only Australian organisations are eligible to apply for RISE Accelerator Round 3. Note: This application is for the first stage of the program, called the Discovery Phase. Organisations selected for this phase are not guaranteed entry into the second phase, the Pilot Phase. Advancement to the Pilot Phase will be based on meeting performance milestones during the Discovery Phase, with successful organisations being selected by an assessment panel. For more details, please refer to the RISE Accelerator Program and Grant Guidelines . To apply: Start the form by entering your Organisation name. Tabs 1. Start here and 2. Eligibility Assessment must be completed to progress to the full application form. You can save your progress and return to edit your application at a later time. Once you submit your application form, it is final and no further changes can be made. Organisation Name You must complete the eligibility assessment before progressing to the application form. It is important that you have read the full Eligibility Criteria and FAQs before commencing this section. If you don't comply with all of these requirements you won't be able to progress to the full application form. Eligibility Criteria Startups or SMEs considering applying for the RISE Accelerator must meet the following eligibility criteria: be incorporated in Australia with ABN and ACN or an incorporated trustee applying on behalf of a trust have not had revenue of more than A$20 million or equivalent in any of the last three financial years be registered for GST in your country of incorporation have, or be actively developing, a technology or solution that aligns with one or more of the RISE Accelerator challenge statements have a solution at TRL 7 or higher. We may consider solutions at TRL 5-6 that have clear potential to rapidly advance through expansion into India or Australia. Other considerations We support and value applications with gender, cultural and regional diversity. We encourage applications from female and regional applicants and, in Australia, First Nations and migrant founded businesses. Who is not suitable The RISE Accelerator program is not suitable for startups and SMEs who: are not considering expanding into India are already actively exporting have a solution at TRL 4 or lower. If you require more information before commencing an application, Contact Us and/or visit the FAQs. After answering all eligibility questions, you must click the 'Check Eligibility' button to be able to unlock the rest of the form. E1. Are you an Organisation incorporated in Australia with an ABN and ACN or an incorporated trustee applying on behalf of a trust? Yes No E1a. ABN number E1b. ACN number E2. Is your Organisation headquartered or domiciled in Australia? Yes No E3. Is your Organisation registered for GST in Australia? Yes No E3a. GST registration number E4. Can you confirm your Organisation has not had revenue of more than A$20 million in any of the last three financial years? Yes No E5a. Select the technology readiness level (TRL) that best describes your technology or solution. TRL 1: Basic Research TRL 2: Applied Research TRL 3: Critical function or proof of concept established TRL 4: Lab testing/validation of prototype component or process TRL 5: Laboratory testing of integrated/semi integrated system TRL 6: Prototype system verified TRL 7: Integrated pilot system demonstrated TRL 8: System incorporated in commercial design TRL 9: System proven and ready for full commercial deployment Please note: TRLs 1-4 are not eligible for the RISE Accelerator program. If you selected TRL 5 or 6, you must clearly indicate your potential to rapidly advance your technology or solution through expansion into the target market. For more information, see TRL levels in more detail. E5b. Briefly justify your selected TRL level 100 words If you are eligible, your answer will be included as part of the assessment. E6. Does your technology/solution align to the RISE Accelerator challenge statement? Yes No For more details about challenge statements, please visit Round 3 challenge area. I confirm I meet the requirements for the RISE Accelerator program and am eligible to progress to the application form. CLICK 'CHECK ELIGIBILITY' BUTTON BELOW TO PROCEED. Please email RISEaccelerator@csiro.au if you have double checked the eligibility criteria and FAQs and still require further information or clarification. In this section, we require some basic information about you and your Organisation. Key contact details 1. Title First name and surname Preferred name (optional) Position/Role in Organisation Phone contact Organisation details 2. Registered Organisation Name Organisation Trading Name (if different to Registered Organisation Name) (optional) Primary email address Note: we will only use this email address to correspond with you. Website (If your Organisation does not have a website, put N/A) 3. Date of Organisation incorporation Organisation address 4. Number & street name Suburb, town or city Postcode 5. Number of employees (full time equivalent) working in your Organisation All questions are mandatory unless marked as 'optional'. Please note: word limits (both minimum and maximum) apply. Please be succinct in your responses. Your answers will be shared with local and international assessors, including CSIRO, AIM, and RISE Accelerator partner organisations. Technology, Innovation and Alignment to Challenge Statement Section 1 This section is focusses on your technology/solution and alignment with the RISE Accelerator challenge statement. You should demonstrate this through identifying: a clear value proposition for the technology/solution including whether it's potentially disruptive ownership of IP or right to commercialise your technology/solution how your solution aligns to the RISE Accelerator Challenge Statement/s, and its potential for social, economic or environmental impact in India, Australia, and globally. This section is worth 35% of your overall assessment score. Do not include sensitive commercial or confidential information in your answer. Name of technology/solution 25 words Describe your technology/solution, including the expected or measured outcomes and the impact it is anticipated to have. 250 words Do not include sensitive commercial or confidential information in your answer. Optional: include a link to a video showcasing your technology/solution, if available. This will be supplementary to your application. Describe the intellectual property/patent status of your technology/solution. 250 words If your organisation owns or is securing IP for your technology, provide key dates and registration details. If not pursuing IP registration, briefly explain why. If your technology is licensed from another organisation, explain the terms of the license. How might we diversify clean energy supply chains and accelerate the energy transition? Does your technology or solution address one or more of these challenge statements? (Check all that apply) Can you advance clean and renewable energy critical mineral and materials processing, recovery and or reuse? Can you advance designs, technologies, components, infrastructure or manufacturing pathways for enhanced performance, durability and lifespans? Can software, hardware and or digital systems enhance the manufacturing, asset management, storage and deployment of clean and renewable energy? How does your technology/solution address the RISE Accelerator Renewable Energy Challenge Statement, and what makes it distinct compared to existing alternatives in the market. 250 words For full details about challenge statements, please visit Round 3 challenge area. Commercialisation and Market This section explores the commercial readiness of your technology/solution for cross-border expansion, the competitive landscape and market potential. You should demonstrate this through identifying: addressable market size and value for the technology/solution in India/Australia/globally awareness of target customer base, the competitive environment and potential obstacles to cross-border commercialisation. This section is worth 30% of your overall assessment score. What is your perceived commercialisation readiness level (CRL) for expanding into India? What challenges do you expect to encounter in commercialising your technology/solution in the target market or globally? 250 words Include specific obstacles or scenarios that relate to your solution that would impact the commercialisation or piloting of your technology if not addressed or mitigated. Do not include sensitive commercial or confidential information in your answer. Provide a value proposition statement that succinctly positions your technology for its target customer/market. 50 words What are your cross-border expansion aspirations? Explain your rationale regarding India as a market for your technology/solution. 250 words Define who your ideal customer is and what is the size, value, and growth potential of your target market in India/Australia/globally? 250 words Describe how you have identified the target market and its size including referencing reports, published data sources or market research that form the basis of your response. Financial Positioning This section explores how your Organisation is financially positioned. You should demonstrate this through identifying: that the Organisation has sustainable revenue or other funding for the next 12-24 months and that funds can be allocated for international expansion a compelling rationale for cross-border expansion into India, now. This section is worth 20% of your overall assessment score. How is your Organisation currently funded? Bootstrapping Recurring revenue Seed funding Corporate/Venture capital Angel investors Debt funding Government grants Friends/Family Crowdfunding Other Outline your organisation's funding for the next 12-24 months, detailing capital raises, funding sources or avenues secured and/or planned, and specify the funds available or allocated for international market development? 250 words Provide your Organisation's most recent full financial year sales revenue figure (in nearest AUD) Describe the current stage of commercialisation and related sales revenue in your domestic market. If revenue has not yet been generated, provide the timeline for your market launch. 250 words Team and Capabilities In this section, we require some information about the capabilities of your team and capacity to participate in the RISE Accelerator. You should demonstrate this through identifying: that the Organisation has sufficient people and capacity to fully participate in the Program and undertake pilot activities while conducting business as usual any evidence of team experience in developing international markets and in commercialisation. whether the Organisation is: - regionally based and/or - First Nations, migrant or female owned, founded, and or led. This section is worth 15% of your overall assessment score. Outline the key team members' expertise noting any international markets and commercialisation experience. How will your organisation manage daily operations during the RISE Accelerator program and how will it manage cross-border markets? 300 words Provide a succinct description of key team members expertise, including those who would likely participate in RISE Accelerator activities. How would your Organisation manage day-to-day operations and other business priorities during the Program if selected? Is the Organisation regionally based and/or First Nations, migrant or female owned, founded or led? (optional) If yes, please select which ones apply. Regionally headquartered First Nations owned/founded/led Migrant owned/founded/led Female owned/founded/led Note: your responses may be explored/validated at interview stage. Other Please ensure you have read the RISE Accelerator Privacy Statement before submitting your application. Upload your corporate presentation or pitch deck with a maximum of 10 slides/pages and no more than 5MB in size. Remember - you should not include sensitive commercial or confidential information in your answer. Allowed file types: pdf, pptx and ppt ? Only attach the requested document. We will not review any additional information beyond what is specifically requested, nor content found on slides or pages exceeding the specified limit. Include slides that cover the following topics: Overview of your organization Value Proposition Target Market Impact Business Model Traction Team Upload your financial statements (profit and loss, and balance sheet) for the most recent full financial year. Allowed file types: doc, docx, pdf, xls, xlsx ? It is mandatory to upload the financial statement for the most recent financial year. If you wish, you may also upload statements for up to two additional financial years. Declarations and acknowledgments How did you find out about the RISE Accelerator Program? If you selected 'other', please specify. (optional) Have you previously or are you currently participating in a CSIRO-led or funded program? CSIRO Kick-Start Innovate to Grow ON Prime ON Accelerate Indo-Pacific Plastics Innovation Network (IPPIN) Other Not undertaken any CSIRO led programs Privacy Statement & Consent I agree to the collection, use and disclosure of my personal information, including my sensitive information, in the ways described in the RISE Privacy Statement. I have obtained consent from any other people whose personal information is included in this application and in any documentation submitted in connection with this application, and let them know that the RISE Privacy Statement is available at https://riseaccelerator.org/privacy-statement/ I confirm I have obtained all necessary permissions, consents and approvals in relation to the information disclosed in or in connection with this application. I confirm that I and all potential nominated participants are aged over 18. I agree to the use of images, audio and/or video recordings taken during the program being used for promotional and social media purposes. I agree to the disclosure of my personal information, including my sensitive information, to CSIRO, AIM, Good Grants, Practera, relevant Australian government entities (including AusTrade and DFAT), suppliers, mentors, corporates, sponsors and industry partners. I understand that disclosure to AIM and overseas suppliers, mentors, coaches, corporates, sponsors and industry partners will require disclosure of my personal information to entities based outside of Australia. I acknowledge that after being disclosed to overseas entities, my personal information may no longer be subject to the requirements of the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth). I would like to receive updates on future programs and news from CSIRO (optional) I declare that I am authorised to submit this form on behalf of the Organisation and acknowledge that this is the equivalent of signing this application.