Applications are now open for the MEF/UNEP Low Carbon Earth Accelerator (LCE) Program 2024. LowCarbon Earth is a climate tech accelerator program that supports startups working on sustainable goods and services to address climate change, nature loss, and pollution.
The LCE program is a collaborative effort between the Massive Earth Foundation (MEF) and the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP). The program focuses on core climate sectors such as Renewable Energy, Mobility, Air Pollution, and more.
Since its inception, over 1,000 startups have participated in the program, benefiting from bootcamps, workshops, mentorship, networking sessions, and pitching opportunities.
LCE Accelerator Program Goals
Empower climate tech startups in the Asia-Pacific region to tackle shared challenges related to climate change, nature loss, and pollution.
Foster innovative solutions that contribute to a more sustainable and resilient planet
Benefits of the LCE Accelerator Program
1). Mentorship and Guidance:
Startups receive personalized mentorship from industry experts, seasoned entrepreneurs, and professionals in the climate tech field.
2). Access to Networks:
Participants gain access to a vast network of investors, potential partners, and fellow entrepreneurs.
3). Investment Opportunities:
The program provides exposure to investors actively seeking climate-focused startups. Top-performing startups have the chance to secure funding or investment deals.
4). Tailored Workshops and Bootcamps:
Workshops cover essential topics such as sustainable business models, impact measurement, and regulatory compliance, while Bootcamps focus on refining business plans, marketing strategies, and technology development.
5). Visibility and Media Coverage:
LowCarbon Earth attracts media attention, providing startups with exposure through interviews, articles, and social media.
Duration and Place
LCE is a 12-week intensive accelerator program culminating into a demo day at Bangkok.
Eligibility
Open to startups who are solving climate change - whether they are technology or product-based.
They are open to a wide range of solutions in the area of climate change and pollution reduction. Their areas of focus include, but is not limited to - Clean Air, Agri-Food, Renewable Energy, Digital Innovation, Sustainable Mobility, and Plastic Pollution.
Based out of Asia-Pacific region
Application
Application for the LCE Accelerator Program are submitted online through the (online application portal here).
Application Deadline: August 27, 2024
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