Advancing Climatetech and Clean Energy Leaders Program (ACCEL)

About

Greentown Labs and Browning the Green Space are accepting applications for Year 3 of the Advancing Climatetech and Clean Energy Leaders Program (ACCEL), offering BIPOC-led startups funding, mentorship, and resources to develop critical climatetech solutions and overcome barriers in the clean energy industry.

Benefits

• 💰Non-Dilutive Grant Funding
  Non-dilutive grant funding up to $25,000
• 🎓Trainings Led by VentureWell
  Trainings led by VentureWell covering customer discovery, pitch decks, financial models, and fundraising
• 🎓Additional Workshops
  Additional workshops on product development, market strategy, capital raising, legal guidance, and team building
• 🎓Mentorship
  Mentorship from experienced industry experts
• 💰Fundraising and Investment Support
  Fundraising and investment support, including pitch-deck development and investor introductions
• 🛠️ Desk Space and Membership at Greentown Labs
  Desk space and membership at Greentown Labs for the duration of the program, granting access to $1M+ of in-kind resources
• 🤝BGS Membership
  BGS membership to unlock opportunities to learn, connect, and engage with practitioners in the clean-energy sector
• 🎤Opportunities to Present
  Opportunities to present to investors and industry leaders
• 🎤Enhanced Visibility
  Enhanced visibility through ACCEL marketing.

Eligibility Criteria

• This program is open to BIPOC-led climatetech startups from anywhere in the world, with priority given to those based in Greater Boston and Greater Houston.
• Applicants must have a focus on clean energy and climatetech solutions.

Target Sector

Clean Energy and Climatetech

Target Location

Global