Early-stage
startups tackling climate change, food security, and sustainable development
often struggle to access mentorship, networks, and funding. Innovate47 is
addressing this gap with two flagship programs: the Climate Action Accelerator Cohort 3 and the Food & Agri Accelerator. Both accelerators are designed
to support founders with innovative, for-profit solutions that align with the
UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly SDG 13 (Climate Action)
and SDG 2 (Zero Hunger).
If you’re
a founder working on renewable energy, climate-resilient agriculture, green
mobility, or sustainable food systems, these opportunities could help you
refine your ideas, build traction, and secure funding.
Program 1: Climate Action Accelerator
The Climate
Action Accelerator is a 10-week virtual program for early-stage ventures
focused on climate solutions. It provides:
- Expert mentorship from industry leaders
- Hands-on workshops to refine business models
- Exposure to funding opportunities and investor networks
Focus Areas
Eligible
startups should be building solutions in:
- Renewable energy (solar, wind, hydro, and
storage innovations)
- Climate fintech (green finance platforms,
carbon markets, ESG reporting tools)
- Circular economy (waste reduction, recycling,
sustainable supply chains)
- Green mobility (EVs, clean transport systems)
- Water scarcity and climate adaptation
technologies
Why Apply?
Startups
in past cohorts have reported faster growth, improved fundraising capacity, and
stronger partnerships. For example, a renewable energy startup from East Africa
used the program to scale its pay-as-you-go solar model, gaining investor
interest and expanding into three new regions.
Application Deadline
📅 Deadline: September
15, 2025
How To Apply
Program 2: Food & Agri Accelerator
The Food
& Agri Accelerator is a 2-month, low-cost, high-impact program
tailored for startups transforming food systems and agriculture in the Global
South. It provides:
- Specialized mentorship on scaling Agri-Tech
solutions
- Market access support for smallholder-focused
innovations
- Peer learning opportunities across diverse
geographies
Focus Areas
This
program seeks ventures working on:
- Climate-resilient Agri-tech solutions
(drought-resistant crops, smart irrigation)
- Supply chain efficiency and traceability
- Sustainable farming practices and
regenerative agriculture
- Market access and financial inclusion for
farmers
- Food systems innovation for nutrition and climate resilience
Why Apply?
The Food & Agri Accelerator is particularly valuable for ventures aiming to bridge gaps in agricultural value chains. For instance, a startup improving cold storage in West Africa reduced post-harvest losses by 30% after participating in a similar program. This proves how structured mentorship accelerates impact.
Application Deadline
📅 Deadline: September 30, 2025
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