Meet Aguinello DiGreennu, selected in the first call for applications.
Tell us briefly about yourself and your background!
I’m a regular person with both virtues and flaws. I completed the 12th grade through a professional equivalency program. I felt that university was too much for me at the time—it was a personal choice. I decided not to pursue university due to financial difficulties, and my health also played a role in that decision. I took several courses to expand my knowledge, including ones on entrepreneurship. I had some internships as well. Due to a lack of job opportunities, I decided to work on my own projects. I saw an opportunity and took it, hoping it might lead to a ‘golden egg.’
How did you find out about SCAIRA?
I found out about it through the SAPO Notícias app, and since it didn’t require me to have a registered company, I decided to apply. I already had a project in the field of aerial technology to combat climate change, so I chose to move forward with it. Now, I’m preparing to submit my next project for the second call.
What stage is your startup currently at?
Just an idea.
What is the nature of your project, and what problem does it aim to solve?
The aim of my project is to combat climate change by addressing the problem of air pollution in cities and the atmosphere. I am currently working to bring this idea to life, despite the challenges of this complex early phase. The main objectives are: to develop drones capable of filtering and purifying polluted air; to deploy them initially in urban areas to improve air quality; and to reduce the harmful effects of human activity before the damage becomes irreversible. In a few years, I hope to look back and see myself as a successful entrepreneur who made a meaningful contribution to the fight against climate change.
Which SCAIRA services have you chosen?
I have chosen everyone. The reason is to open more doors of knowledge and support. I hope it opens doors to more projects.
What are your short-term objectives during the acceleration programme?
My short-term goals during the acceleration programme are: to bring my project to life, create my own company, build a long-term future and achieve the sacrifice of my effort in success.
Who is your target market, and what customer need are you addressing?
My target market includes governments, pharmaceutical companies, and industrial sectors. I aim to address their need to ensure good air quality for the population, reduce reliance on resource extraction from the ground, and contribute to improved respiratory health and a healthier outdoor urban environment.
What are your main current challenges?
My main challenges at the moment are: financial support, equipment, teams, specific drones to carry out services, etc.
Do you already have a team?
No. I don’t have any team at the moment.
