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LabStart

LabStart is a nonprofit climate venture studio based in Oakland, California, dedicated to accelerating the commercialization of innovative climate technologies. It connects undercapitalized entrepreneurs with research-backed innovations, funding, and mentorship.

Founded
2020
Recorded stages
Pre Seed
Recorded regions
United States

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Overview

LabStart is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization based in Oakland, California, founded to support diverse cohorts in launching climate technology startups. The organization connects undercapitalized founders with resources and opportunities to commercialize innovative technologies from research labs, emphasizing support for women and BIPOC entrepreneurs in the climate sector.

Focus

LabStart focuses on climate technology ventures, particularly those leveraging breakthrough research from national laboratories. The organization aims to bridge the gap between lab discoveries and marketable solutions, providing essential support for underrepresented entrepreneurs in the climate sector.

Support

LabStart offers a two-phase fellowship program that includes $6K funding for the Discovery Phase and $100K funding for the Launch Phase, along with mentorship, training, and access to resources to help fellows build viable companies.

Questions

What is the application process?

The application is available online at our website.

What support do fellows receive?

Fellows receive funding, mentorship, and access to resources to help launch their startups.

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