Program Details

Launch of the program at 2021 WM Sustainability Forum and on Slow Factory Channels.

Accepting applications. Apply now!

Review of applications.

Selection and announcement of participants. Check your email.

Meet the Advisors. Participants will get the opportunity to learn from experts.

Design solutions in progress.

Final design review with Advisors.

Projects are finalized.

Design solutions are showcased at the 2022 WM Sustainability Forum.

Each participant will receive a $1,000 grant to explore and develop functional design solutions that can be applied.
This program is open to all designers internationally, including Slow Factory’s Open Education students. Each applicant will need to propose an idea they would explore, should they receive a grant.
WM and Slow Factory will focus on selecting a cohort of participants that reflects a diversity of backgrounds, ideas and experiences who will truly make design sustainable.

An advisory board of industry experts and thought leaders will support the participants throughout the program, providing feedback and advice.
At the conclusion of the program, participants' research and innovation will be virtually showcased as part of the 2022 WM Sustainability Forum.