Launched in 2020, the project has previously focused on addressing food security, livelihoods, education, sustainability and skills.
Updated: Wed, 5/31/23 at 12:45pm
New Delhi: Microsoft and Accenture on Wednesday announced the third cohort of Project Amplify, which will support 13 Indian startups with solutions focused on cleantech, recycling, regenerative agriculture, education and skills.
The program will also support startups by testing and validating proofs of concept, reimagine the impact of their solutions through design thinking sessions, and access the latest technology and guidance from experts at Microsoft and Accenture.
“Through our ongoing partnership with Microsoft, we are applying our joint expertise to support social impact startups and help bring their solutions to our corporate clients around the world, expanding their reach,” it said in a statement.
Additionally, the program will provide startups with access to Microsoft technologies, including up to $150,000 in Azure credits, M365 and D365, Visual Studio and GitHub Enterprise access, enterprise-level Azure engineering support, networking with other global social entrepreneurs opportunities and a range of resources to go to market.
“Through our partnership with Accenture, as part of our Positive Impact Entrepreneurship initiative, we are proud to support bold innovators in India to drive systemic change through their sustainable businesses,” said Jean- Jean-Philippe Courtois, Microsoft said in a statement.
Launched in 2020, the project has previously focused on addressing food security, livelihoods, education, sustainability and skills.
