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Applications for Cohort 6 opened January 5, 2026 and closed February 20, 2026. Program is now closed.
Venture For ClimateTech is sponsored by Venture For ClimateTech. Venture For ClimateTech is a non-profit global accelerator program that provides non-dilutive funding, customized support, and programming for climate tech startups.
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Apply Now to Cohort 6 of Venture For ClimateTech Applications for Cohort 6 are now closed. Fuel your company’s growth by joining Venture For ClimateTech for unparalleled connections and essential funding Applications to Cohort 6 of Venture For ClimateTech are now closed. Want to learn more about joining Cohort 6?
Scroll down to learn more and join an info session ! Find out if Venture For ClimateTech is right for you by attending our info session listed below or watching a past recording. Open Q&A with Venture For ClimateTech February 16, 2026, 2:30 PM EST Get a brief overview of the Venture For ClimateTech accelerator and ask any and all questions you have directly with our team.
(Note: event recording will not be available afterwards) Introduction & General Overview to Venture For ClimateTech Learn how the non-profit accelerator program, Venture For ClimateTech, can support and launch your climate innovation.
Recorded on January 14, 2026, 3:00 PM EST Venture For ClimateTech Alumni Spotlight and Q&A Hear directly from past participants of Venture For ClimateTech and how the program benefited them along their founder journey. Recorded January 27, 2026, 12:00 PM EST What is the purpose of Venture For ClimateTech?
The goal of Venture For ClimateTech is to accelerate innovations likely to have substantial climate impacts for all, and which have potential for adoption in NYS. In particular, we want to offer a path to help entrepreneurs whose highly impactful innovations face unique barriers to commercialization through normal processes due to long paths to market and high capital intensity, along with other more traditional startups.
How does the program work? Venture For ClimateTech is designed to help you quickly and effectively address the biggest risks in launching your venture. It’s a three-phase, six-month program that seeks to help you build the team, knowledge, and personal network you need to succeed, while providing the capital, community, access to talent, and connections to make the journey faster and smoother.
What types of innovations are eligible? We broadly are interested in companies developing technologies which have the potential to substantially reduce GHG emissions globally, and in the state of New York in particular. The sixth cohort will focus on decarbonizing four key sectors: Buildings, Transportation, Grid, and Industry.
Companies with solutions that positively help communities impacted by climate change are strongly encouraged to apply. What stage of company is the right fit? We work with early-stage entrepreneurs from TRL 4-7s, some of whom may not yet have formed a legal entity.
We are looking for early stage entrepreneurs so while many may have secured significant grant funding, companies that have already raised substantial institutional capital may not be the best fit. We are happy to have a conversation about other resources in our ecosystem which might be appropriate! So don’t be shy, we are here to help!
Where can participants be based? Applicants can be located anywhere in the world but must have plans for how their solution can help New York State reach its climate goals as stated in the Climate Leadership and Protection A ct . How much time will I need to dedicate to the program?
This is a part-time program spread over several months. It’s meant to help you scale, but not to take away your ability to make ends meet. Some weeks will be more intense than others, particularly at the beginning of the program, but you can expect to spend about 8-12 hours a week on your company through the program.
Applications for Cohort 6 of Venture For ClimateTech are open from January 5, 2026 to February 20, 2026 and can apply through the links above. What are the selection criteria? Startups will be evaluated on the following criteria: The potential carbon equivalent reduction impact of the technology or service.
The business opportunity makes sense, is substantial, and there is evidence of market interest. The founder or founding team is sharp, motivated, self-aware, and coachable The company is of an appropriate stage, and is positioned to benefit substantially from participation in the program.
The startup product or service has a clear fit with the NYS ecosystem, in terms of having the opportunity for a presence, partnerships, or a market within the stage. The solution addresses and/or involves underserved communities in development or application. Can I participate in other programs simultaneously?
Participation in Venture For ClimateTech will require 8-12 hours a week, which includes instructional and mentoring time, and time working on your company. You can participate concurrently in other accelerator or incubation programming outside of Venture For ClimateTech; however, we ask that you dedicate the necessary time to fulfill the requirements of this opportunity.
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Climate tech startups. Non-profit global accelerator program. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
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