Youth Ecopreneur Program 2025 – A Gateway for Green Innovators

The Prime Minister’s Youth Program (PMYP) has rolled out the Youth Ecopreneur Program (YECO), designed to empower young marketers to take the lead in green groups, land healing, and weather-friendly answers. The initiative objectives to support adolescent-led ventures that promote sustainability and contribute to Pakistan’s inexperienced transition.

Who Can Apply?

To be eligible, applicants must:

• Be 35 years of age or younger by the deadline (14th September 2025).
• Hold the role of Founder, Co-Founder, or CEO in their venture.
• Operate a youth-led, legally registered business.
• Ensure their business model focuses on land restoration, sustainability, or the green economy.

Program Categories

YECO is open under two main tracks:

1. Land Restoration – Ventures that aim to restore ecosystems and rehabilitate land.
2. Green Business Solutions – Startups offering eco-friendly and sustainable products or services.

Benefits for Participants

Selected entrepreneurs will gain access to:

• Capacity-building workshops and advanced training.
• Seed funding of USD 100,000 could be dispensed among participants in the Land Restoration category.
• Mentorship and coaching from experts.
• Legal and IP support with guidance from industry leaders.
• Priority to get right of entry to Google Startups for Sustainable Development, on the facet of complimentary criminal help from Sidley Austin LLP.
• International exposure through global networking.
• Fully funded participation in an international conference for finalists.
• The Youth Ecopreneur Award gives a USD 10,000 cash prize to one finalist from each class.

Application Process

Applicants can submit proposals through:

Digital Youth Hub (DYH): pmyp.gov.pk → Environment Section.
YECO Website: Apply Here

The application must include the business model, its impact on environmental challenges, and a plan for scalability and long-term sustainability.

Key Dates

Application Deadline: 14th September 2025

Note: Late submissions will not be universal.

Why It Matters

YECO offers young eco-marketers a risk to showcase improvements, secure funding, and benefit from global recognition. Most importantly, it allows young people to play an essential role in Pakistan’s adventure in the direction of a greener and extra resilient future.