The TÜBİTAK 1831 Green Innovation Technology Program is a comprehensive consultancy and mentorship initiative, publicly funded and designed to support small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Türkiye in achieving their green transformation goals.
The program aims to guide the private sector in priority areas such as reducing industrial carbon footprints, improving resource efficiency, and promoting circular economy practices. To support SMEs in planning their transition to low-carbon production and sustainable business models, the program offers grant funding of up to 90%.
Benefits of the Program for SMEs
✓ Strategic Planning Support for Green Transformation
✓ High-Level Grant Funding (Up to 90% Support from TÜBİTAK)
✓ Competitive Advantage and Easier Access to Export Markets
✓ Transition to a Sustainable Production Structure
✓ Infrastructure for Access to International Green Funds
Application and Mentorship Process
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1. Application and Preliminary Evaluation
Companies wishing to participate in the program apply through Greenlife. Under the guidance of Greenlife Consultancy, a project plan is prepared in line with the company’s green transformation needs and submitted to TÜBİTAK. Applications are subject to preliminary evaluation by TÜBİTAK.
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2. Matching and Coordination with the Solution Partner
Following TÜBİTAK’s approval, companies meet with the authorized solution partner (Greenlife Consultancy) to conduct a comprehensive needs assessment.
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3. Consultancy and Mentorship Phase
Guided by the solution partner, companies receive consultancy and mentorship services tailored to their needs in the areas of green innovation and technology development. The planned activities are implemented within a 6-month period.
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4. Periodic Monitoring and Reporting
Monitoring reports are prepared at regular intervals throughout the program. TÜBİTAK oversees the process through continuous supervision and evaluation.
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5. Final Evaluation and Grant Support
At the end of the 6-month consultancy period, all activities and reports are thoroughly reviewed by TÜBİTAK. The total project budget is capped at TRY 250,000.
An invoice for consultancy services in the amount of TRY 250,000 is issued to the participating company (SME). Of this amount, the SME pays TRY 25,000 (10%) and TRY 50,000 in VAT (20%)—a total of TRY 75,000—directly to Greenlife Consultancy. The remaining amount of TRY 175,000 is covered by TÜBİTAK and paid to Greenlife Consultancy.
Greenlife Consulting is an active partner in the strategic transformation process of SMEs under the TÜBİTAK 1831 Program, adding value at every stage of the process. All steps, from application to implementation, are meticulously planned, and customized solutions are developed to meet the specific needs of businesses, with the process managed collaboratively.
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