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Climate Tech Accelerator Program

Organisation Name:

Indian Institute of Sustainability at Gujarat University and AIC GUSEC

Application Deadline:

2 June 2025

About Organisation

The Climate Tech Accelerator Program is spearheaded by the Indian Institute of Sustainability at Gujarat University and AIC GUSEC, in collaboration with the Wadhwani Foundation. This partnership is committed to fostering innovation and supporting startups focused on sustainable solutions to address the most pressing environmental challenges of today. The organizations involved aim to provide cutting-edge support to green tech innovators, helping them scale their impact and drive sustainable growth in key sectors. With a focus on climate tech, renewable energy, and sustainable development, this initiative aims to bridge the gap between innovators and the resources needed to make a global difference. The accelerator brings together experts, mentors, and resources to support the participants and foster a thriving ecosystem for climate innovation in India.

About the Grant

The Climate Tech Accelerator Program offers funding support for innovative startups working on solutions in climate tech. Through this initiative, eligible startups can receive financial backing of up to ₹50 Lakh to scale their operations and develop sustainable products or services. The program is designed to provide both financial assistance and mentoring, helping startups grow in the competitive field of green technologies. It aims to empower entrepreneurs by offering access to industry experts, business networking opportunities, and customized growth strategies. By accelerating the growth of climate tech startups, this program seeks to create scalable solutions that will contribute significantly to mitigating climate change and advancing sustainable practices across various sectors. It is an exciting opportunity for revenue-generating startups to access the resources needed to drive impactful change in the climate space.

Who can Apply?

The Climate Tech Accelerator Program is open to green tech innovators working on a broad range of critical sustainability challenges. Startups that focus on areas such as climate finance, decarbonization, agri-sustainability, renewable energy, and the circular economy are invited to apply. To be eligible, applicants must be revenue-generating startups that have a proven business model with a focus on providing solutions that contribute to environmental sustainability. The program encourages applicants who are at various stages of their business journey but are ready to scale their impact. Innovators working on cutting-edge technologies with a potential to address climate change and foster sustainable development are strongly encouraged to apply. The program also welcomes startups from diverse sectors, as long as they align with the overarching goal of advancing environmental sustainability.

How to Apply?

Interested startups should submit their applications by following the detailed instructions provided by the Climate Tech Accelerator Program. Be sure to include a comprehensive description of your project, its impact, and business model.