ClimateLaunchpad

Change is complex. But it’s not about doing more. It’s about making space for the right things to connect. It’s about orchestrating possibility. #ClimateKIC #15YearsofImpact #ClimateAction #SystemsChange

🌱 15 years of climate innovation. And we’re just getting started! Since 2010, we’ve been at the forefront of climate action as part of EIT, building solutions, empowering changemakers, and driving impact in places. Now, as an independent foundation, we continue our journey – working with partners in Europe and across the globe to help create climate-resilient societies and fight climate breakdown. #ClimateKIC #15YearsofImpact #ClimateAction #SystemsChange

🚀 A new era begins! EIT Climate-KIC is now Climate KIC. We’re proud to unveil our new name and brand, both reflections of how far we’ve come and our vision for the future. As a part of EIT, we became Europe’s leading climate innovation agency and community. Now, as we close this chapter and relaunch as an independent foundation, we remain committed to our mission to catalyse systems change in places through innovation and radical collaboration. Our bold new brand reflects our conviction that the way forward is anything but linear. It is a dynamic pathway of difficult, interconnected choices; but it is also a pathway filled with beauty and opportunities. See what’s next for us 👉 https://bit.ly/4bimq98 #ClimateKIC #15YearsofImpact #ClimateAction #SystemsChange

🌍ClimateLaunchpad 2024: Driving Green Innovation🌱 Excited to showcase this year’s groundbreaking climate-friendly innovations! 🚀ClimateLaunchpad empowers startups from around the world to tackle the climate crisis with creative, sustainable solutions. 🌿💡 🌟Top Highlights of 2024: ✅🌐 40+ countries ✅💼 1100+ cleantech applications ✅🌱 320+ green startups ✅🏆 World-class mentorship & networking Want to be part of the innovators who are shaping a greener tomorrow? Follow our social media to see when the applications will open in 2025! Together, we can build a sustainable future! 🌎✨ Thanks to our sponsor Climate-KIC Bank of America Business Irish Aid TU Delft Thanks to our partners Acelera Angola thinkubator.earth Caribbean Climate Innovation Center Lamphope CleantechHUB youthinkgreen Egypt Extraordinaires (Fiji) Pte Ltd Descartes Développement & Innovation GERMANTECH The Little Cow Consulting Limited ClimateLaunchpad Israel Kenya Climate Innovation Center (KCIC) ClimateLaunchpad Morocco ideiaLab Nigeria Climate Innovation Center Imperial College London Emstret Space UPTEC - Science and Technology Park of University of Porto Indalo Inclusive South Africa NPC AVAESEN Startup Academy Switzerland Anza Entrepreneurs Renewable Energy Business Incubator Greencubator ClimateLaunchpad Vietnam #CLP24 #ClimateLaunchpad #GreenInnovation #Cleantech #startups #Sustainability #StartupRevolution #ClimateAction

💡Cracking the #investor code: Our start-ups are ready to scale The biggest challenge after winning ClimateLaunchpad? #Funding. Our start-ups are eager to expand their skillset when it comes to securing financial support. "Getting into an investor's mindset—how do you value a business, how do you talk shares, how do you present yourself to an investor?" asks Alma Akhavi from Bio-cm, number 1 in the European Regional Final. Are you the one who can help these innovative start-ups navigate their funding challenges? Reach out to them (or us). Together, we can fuel their mission to make a global impact. 🌍 #Investing #Startups #Cleantech #Sustainability #ClimateInnovation #Entrepreneurship #CLP2024 Read more -> https://lnkd.in/exuj7Bse

🌱 From vision to reality! ClimateLaunchpad alumni from 2023 reflect on their journeys a year later, and the biggest takeaway? It’s all about transformation. From shaping their products to reaching global audiences, ClimateLaunchpad has equipped these start-ups with the clarity, resilience, and tools to drive real impact. 🌍✨ That makes us incredibly proud. 💚 Our mission isn’t just to run a competition; it’s to be a springboard for fantastic initiatives that make the world greener, one innovation at a time. 🌱💡 Read more about it: https://lnkd.in/eVyfr3Mz Curious about what ClimateLaunchpad could do for your green start-up? Applications for 2025 open in spring! 🌷 Keep an eye on this channel! #SustainableBusiness #ClimateLaunchpad #GreenEntrepreneurs #Innovation

  🚀Celebrating the recent #funding achievements of ClimateLaunchpad participants 🌍 We are incredibly proud of the recent successes of our ClimateLaunchpad participants! Navigating the world of funding is one of the greatest challenges for startups, but these innovators are proving that it is possible! From smart energy solutions to sustainable packaging, our participants are making an impact and securing funding. This is just the beginning! We look forward to seeing how these start-ups continue to grow and change the world. For more details on their inspiring journeys and recent funding achievements, check out the article on our website. 💚 #ClimateLaunchpad #Sustainability #Innovation #Startups #Funding David Watt EIT CLIMATEKIC SL Bandora S.Lab BlueNav Correntics Powall Sparxell Orbio Earth (YC S23) Saveggy

💡 You’ve got the vision, the product, and the market—but what about the #funding? For many start-ups, getting the financial support to scale is one of the toughest challenges. Even if you’re ready to hit the ground running, funding is often the last piece of the puzzle. During the Africa & Asia Pacific Regional Final, Israel Griol Barres, PhD shared essential tips on how to secure investment and get your start-up flying. Want to know how to attract investors? Watch his session for valuable insights. 💼 #Investment #Startups #ClimateLaunchpad #Cleantech #SustainableGrowth #Funding #CLP2024

As Daniel Michael Knight from TERRAVERSA put it, “Being an entrepreneur is a real rollercoaster.” And how did we challenge them last year. From intense Q&A sessions to nerve-wracking pitches, they’ve experienced the highs and lows of this competition first-hand. Reaching the top 3 in their Regional Finale is a reminder that their work truly matters. “Moments like this make you realise that what you're doing is valuable and makes a difference. It regenerates my motivation to push forward and make an impact.,” Daniel reflects. 💡 For many, this is just the beginning. We can’t wait to see how they continue to grow and turn their sustainable visions into reality. 🌍 #Entrepreneurship #Startups #Sustainability #ClimateLaunchpad #ClimateAction #CLP2024 

🌟 And the winner is… Fuwa Biotech International! 🌟 A standing ovation for the champion of the Regional Final Africa, Asia & Pacific! 🥇 Their inspiring idea to use pineapple peels to produce biological enzyme cleaning solutions has wowed us all, earning them the well-deserved first place. The jury was highly impressed by their incredibly innovative approach and their already established, robust supply chain. Even before securing the win, team Fuwa expressed their gratitude for the ClimateLaunchpad journey: “With the support and guidance from ClimateLaunchpad experts, we have been able to identify opportunities for sustainable growth and enhance our strategies to create a positive environmental impact. This experience has not only enriched our perspective but also empowered us to drive meaningful change in our community and beyond.” With innovation at its heart, Fuwa is paving the way for a smarter, greener world. 🚀 Here's to even bigger things ahead for this exceptional team! Of course, we must also give a big cheer for the runners-up—#VertechX 🍓, who claimed second place, and AirX Carbon (with their NetZero Pallet), who took third. They, too, received fantastic feedback from the jury. 🌱👏 Let's all congratulate them on this tremendous achievement! #Winner #RegionalFinalChampion #ClimateLaunchpad #greeninnovation #CLP24