The future of business is green. Eco-friendly entrepreneurs are the wave of the future. That is the premise of a contest sponsored by financial news channel CNBC and financial services provider Allianz. The contest is seeking the European entrepreneur with the best environmentally responsible business concepts. The contest closes on Friday, July 31, 2009.

"The winner of 'The Good Entrepreneur' will receive a prize package worth more than €250,000 which includes financial support, advertising on CNBC and business support from Allianz. Three finalists will be named in September and will feature in a new CNBC series, with the winner announced in November." But that is not all! The Good Entrepreneur website features advice for small businesses and would be eco-entrepreneurs. So, what is your world changing idea? Better get it entered before next Friday.