UNDP announces selected participants for the BOOST: Green Futures Challenge in Ukraine and Moldova 

The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), in partnership with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Poland, is pleased to announce the selected participants for the BOOST: Green Futures Challenge — an acceleration programme supporting ventures and startups in Moldova and Ukraine with solutions in the field of green technology, circular economy, and digital innovation for resilience and sustainable recovery. 

A total of 40 ventures from Ukraine and Moldova have been selected to join the programme following a competitive open call. These promising startups and businesses are developing solutions ranging from renewable energy and sustainable packaging to climate-smart agriculture and eco-construction. 

• BEST OF YOU (Moldova) – Develops Oto, a smart digital menu powered by AI that helps restaurants increase sales while ensuring guests receive timely and personalized service. 
• BSW Tech (Moldova) – ThermoSmart is a smart thermostat integrated with a mobile application that enables users to remotely control heating or cooling systems. 
• Biopack Trading (Moldova) – Pilots Green Pack, a decentralized urban composting system using the Bokashi method in residential buildings. 
• Briller.House (Ukraine) – Builds zero-carbon modular homes using AI and CNC-powered micro-factories. 
• GEOPOLIMER (Ukraine) – Develops geopolymer-based materials for construction using recycled waste with enhanced carbon absorption. 
• ECAR CONCEPT (Moldova) – eCharge Moldova offers a mobile app and fast-charging station network for electric vehicles. 
• EVECO Construction (Moldova) – Produces prefabricated wall systems from natural and recycled materials for sustainable homes. 
• EcoFabrica (Moldova)– Solar-powered system for heating buildings and drying harvested produce. 
• Farm Enterprise “Vytvirnia” (Ukraine) – An innovative agri-food enterprise creating biodegradable cups from apple pomace and natural, waste-free food products. 
• Felmar’s Lab (Ukraine) – Builds smart reverse vending machines to improve plastic collection and recycling efficiency. 
• GENESCOTEC (Moldova) – REDU is an IoT-based solution that shifts electric water heating to off-peak hours, reducing energy bills and grid strain. 
• Infinity Magnitude Batteries (Ukraine) – Develops versatile battery modules for energy storage, automotive, and industrial applications. 
• Scientific and Practical Center “Vitalizator” (Ukriane) – Creates a device using gentle electromagnetic therapy to support blood circulation and stress reduction. 
• Maitek Plus (Ukraine) – A smart heat energy storage system that helps buildings manage heating from multiple sources while reducing emissions. 
• MeGoElectric (Ukraine) – Manufactures light electric trucks tailored to farmers and businesses for affordable, energy-efficient transport. 
• NEBORAK Farm (Ukraine)– Develops sustainable shrimp and crayfish aquaculture systems using circular principles and no chemicals. 
• NaBilo (Ukraine) – Eco-laundry service powered by solar panels with plastic-free delivery and automated customer tracking. 
• Olha Kadikova (Ukraine) – Transforms walnut shell waste into eco-friendly biofuel pellets with high heat output. 
• Mama Plant a Tree (Ukraine) – Builds a remote-controlled platform DemineUkraine to clear anti-personnel mines safely and efficiently. 
• PE “RPC “KVOTA” (Ukraine) – Designs molds for mass production of biodegradable household items to replace plastic. 
• U:MOTTO (Ukraine) – Develops ultra-efficient electric motors that significantly reduce energy consumption in drones, EVs, and industry. 
• PULP MASTER (Ukraine) – Produces biodegradable packaging from organic waste using fiber-molding technology. 
• Peony (Ukraine) – Creates flushable, biodegradable menstrual pads that dissolve in water and contain no microplastics. 
• Power IT (Moldova) – GreenCrowd enables citizen investment in green energy infrastructure via a digital crowd-investing platform. 
• Prompt Engineering (Moldova) – “Energofag” is a triangular solar shelter/roof collecting light, heat, electricity, and water for off-grid living. 
• Proton Energy Solutions (Moldova) – A smart-grid platform that transforms flexible energy consumers into grid-balancing resources through a virtual power plant. 
• R.Com.Production (Moldova) – Develops biodegradable packaging from textile waste using a closed-loop, solar-powered production process. 
• RIC-COMPANIE (Moldova) – Produces solar air heaters for off-grid rural homes and agricultural drying. 
• Recup Green (Ukraine) – Builds a circular system for takeaway coffee packaging, combining sorting stations and digital coordination. 
• Recycle (Ukraine) – A digital marketplace that connects citizens with certified recyclers, making recycling a simple and rewarding habit. 
• Renter (Moldova) – Offers high-performance e-bikes and maintenance as a subscription service for delivery riders. 
• Repack (Moldova) – Transforms local paper waste into compostable trays that replace plastic in fruit and vegetable packaging. 
• SEM Technology (Ukraine) – Develops and manufactures eco-friendly, fully recyclable molded pulp packaging. 
• SIPC “KARE” (Ukraine) – Operates under the brand Parostok, using microwave irradiation to improve seed quality and crop yields. 
• RECYCLINE (Moldova) – Transforms community-sourced plastic waste into sustainable design objects through art and innovation. 
• Oleksandr Furmanchuk (Ukraine) – Green Circle Packaging rroduces biodegradable drinking straws made from reed and rye stalks. 
• Wermix Agro TCE  (Moldova)– Designs modular, plug-and-play containers for drying medicinal herbs efficiently. 
• ZAVOD CARBON RECYCLE (Ukraine) – Develops smokeless, autonomous units that turn organic waste into energy and biochar. 
• ZIUZEA (Moldova) – Combines passive water treatment systems with smart digital monitoring for low-cost, long-term water pollution control. 
• RMC (Ukraine) – Manufactures CO₂-based refrigeration units that replace freon systems with zero-ozone-impact alternatives. 

These innovators will now take part in an intensive acceleration journey — including expert mentorship, tailored support, and visibility opportunities — designed to help them refine and scale their solutions. The programme culminates in a Demo Day in Lviv and Chisinau in September, where participants will pitch their innovations to a network of partners, investors, and ecosystem actors. In addition, selected ventures will be eligible for cash prizes of up to $20,000 USD, access to investment readiness support, and international exposure through UNDP’s innovation platforms. 

The BOOST Green Futures Challenge is part of UNDP’s broader effort to support inclusive, green recovery and economic resilience in the region. It is implemented in collaboration with a dynamic network of partners. These include the Polish-Ukrainian Startup Bridge, which connects Ukrainian founders with the Polish innovation ecosystem; the Polish-Ukrainian Chamber of Commerce, a hub of knowledge and business support with more than 30 years of activity and over 650 completed projects; and Venture Café Warsaw, a national innovation ecosystem activator fostering connections across sectors. From Moldova, the Challenge is supported by the Moldova Innovation Technology Park, a government-backed virtual park accelerating over 2,000 tech companies; and Diia.Business, Ukraine’s national platform for entrepreneurship and export development, combining both digital tools and a growing network of physical support centers. 

Together, these partners bring deep local knowledge, vibrant ecosystems, and cross-border collaboration to amplify the impact of the BOOST Green Futures Challenge and help scale solutions for a more sustainable and resilient future in Ukraine and Moldova. 

Find out more at boostimpact.org.