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Example

Virgin Earth Challenge

The Virgin Earth Challenge, offered by billionaire Richard Branson, was a $25 million prize for the development of a commercially viable design which results in the removal of anthropogenic, atmospheric greenhouse gases.

Documents

  • Existing Examples

    Virgin Earth Challenge website

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Related Resources

Example

Energy Policy Act of 2005

Congress Example

Connecticut’s Innovative Energy Solutions Program

Public Utilities Resource

Proposed H-Prize Act

Congress Resource

Report, Eyes on a Climate Prize

Congress Resource

OMB Guidance to Federal Agencies on Use of Prizes

Executive Branch Resource

Goldman Sachs report, The Low Carbon Economy

Private Entities