Climate Change
A 10-week equity-free accelerator program for Seed to Series A startups based in Europe & Israel. The accelerator aims to connect the best of Google's products and people to climate change and clean technology innovators across the region building with Cloud Services.
About the program
About the program
Google for Startups Accelerator: Climate Change is a 10-week, equity-free hybrid program for Seed to Series A startups tackling Climate Change with tech. In partnership with Google Cloud, the European program helps high-potential startups based in Europe & Israel grow with the best of Google through a mix of in-person and virtual activities, 1: 1 mentoring, and group learning sessions.
In addition to mentorship and technical project support, The Google for Startups Accelerator: Climate Change program features deep dives and workshops focused on product design, business growth, and leadership development. Selected startups will also benefit from dedicated Google Cloud technical expertise and receive credits via the Google for Startups Cloud Program.
Meet the Cohort
Key benefits
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Equity-free
10 weeks of equity-free support.
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1:1 Mentoring
Tailored product and leadership support from Google mentors and industry experts.
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Training
Boost your knowledge of GCP, machine learning, product development, marketing, leadership and more.
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Google product credits
Eligible startups receive product credits.
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Google product support and advice
Learn product tips and tricks directly from the Googlers who built them.
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Exposure
Exposure to potential partners, VCs and investors interested in Climate Change tech solutions.
Entry Criteria
Entry Criteria
- Startups demonstrating traction, ideally between Seed and Series A stage.
- Building a scalable product or service with a significant total addressable market and defensible growth model.
- Focusing on sustainable technology climate solutions, cleantech and green energy.
- Deeply technical startups leveraging Cloud or AI/ML in their product, service, or operations and have sustainability expertise.
- Commitment from CTO and/or technical roles to participate and engage in required program sessions.
Key dates
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December 7, 2022
Applications Open
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January 20, 2023
Applications Close
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March 13, 2023
Program Kick-off (In-Person)
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March - May 2023
Bootcamp (Virtual)
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June 1-2, 2023
Demo Day and Graduation (In-Person)
The Google for Startups Accelerator enabled us to think beyond our existing vision. Providing us with all the tools, technical support, leadership skills and structure to grow our company at scale in the most efficient yet profitable way.
Frequently asked questions
The Google for Startups Accelerator: Climate Change program is completely free for all participating startups, and Google does not take any equity. Please note that we do require all founders (CEO & CTO) and appropriate team members to be available to join all elements of the program.
The program runs in a hybrid format for Europe & Israel. The events will take place in Europe, with an in-person kick-off in March 2023, followed by virtual training bootcamps, 1:1 mentoring, and experiences, and an in-person demo day and graduation in June 2023.
Through a combination of 1-to-1 and 1-to-many learning sessions, startups will receive technical support and mentoring from experienced engineers and business experts from Google and the wider ecosystem throughout the program. This support will be specifically tailored to the needs of the startups' businesses. Along with being paired with specialized Startup Success Managers (SSM) from Google, participants will also receive further training on how to use our best practices, tools, and personnel.
At the end of the program, the cohort will present their achievements in a Demo Day in front of Google teams, mentors, investors, partners and key stakeholders from the European startup ecosystem. After the program ends, startups will continue to receive support via the Google for Startups Accelerator Alumni program & network.
Google for Startups Accelerator: Climate Change (for startups in Europe & Israel) will kick off in March 2023 and run through June 2023. Please do not apply if you are not available to participate during these dates.
The program is open to Seed to Series A stage, tech startups based in Europe and Israel that are building innovative green technology solutions to tackle climate change. Google for Startups Accelerators are best suited for revenue generating startups with a minimum of five or more employees. Founders (CEO & CTO) and appropriate team members must be available to join all elements of the program. In order to ensure Google can provide meaningful value, startups should aim to leverage either Cloud or AI/ML technologies in their product, service, or operations and/or show an interest in leveraging these technologies in the future.
There will be approximately 10-15 startups from Europe & Israel selected for this cohort.
Selected startups will be eligible for the Google for Startups Cloud Program, with your first year of Google Cloud and Firebase usage covered with credits up to $100,000. Plus, in year two get 20% of Google Cloud and Firebase usage costs covered, up to an additional $100,000 in credits (subject to terms and conditions)
Google for Startups Accelerator: Climate Change is also available for startups based in North America. Please review this page for more information.