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ClimateLaunchpad

ClimateLaunchpad is a global competition and pre-accelerator program for early-stage cleantech startups, supporting entrepreneurs in developing innovative solutions to climate change. It operates in over 40 countries and has been active since 2014.

Founded
2014
Recorded stages
Pre Seed
Recorded regions
Global

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Overview

ClimateLaunchpad is part of the entrepreneurship offerings of EIT Climate-KIC, the European Union's main climate innovation initiative. The organization aims to support aspiring entrepreneurs in developing cleantech ideas into viable businesses. Operating in over 55 countries, ClimateLaunchpad provides a platform for early-stage climate innovators to refine their business models and value propositions through rigorous training and networking opportunities.

Focus

The program focuses on supporting innovations in sectors such as renewable energy, energy efficiency, food and agriculture, water, transportation, and industrial technology. Participants benefit from intensive training sessions, coaching, and the opportunity to compete in national and global finals.

Support

ClimateLaunchpad offers participants access to boot camps, coaching, and networking opportunities, helping them to develop their business ideas without taking any equity or IP ownership.

Questions

What is ClimateLaunchpad?

It is a global competition for green business ideas.

Do you take equity?

No, participants retain 100% control of their ideas.

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Check your startup’s fit with ClimateLaunchpad

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