Energy Scaleup Program in Australia and New Zealand

During this virtual program, founders will be provided with the connections and exposure they need to unlock their next wave of growth.

Program Structure

• EnergyLab’s Scaleup Program is structured over three two-week modules. Currently scheduled to run between May and September in 2024, the final timeline will be confirmed during the selection process.
  • Partnerships Module
    • You’ll start the program by getting to know the other participants, spending time with energy companies and discussing strategies for building successful partnerships.
  • Investor Module
    • In the Investor Module, you will have the chance to pitch to active energy sector investors and receive feedback on your presentation and plans.
  • Graduation Module
    • To cap off the program, they’ll arrange a public showcase event to give you further exposure to energy companies, investors and the broader EnergyLab community.

Program Benefits

• Introductions to industry decision-makers
  • You’ll meet some of Australia and New Zealand’s most innovative energy companies.
• Exposure to active energy sector investors
  • You will receive feedback from investors with the most expertise in scaling up clean energy startups.
• Peer-to-peer learning
  • The program attracts the most talented clean energy entrepreneurs in the world and they’ll help you learn from each other.
• Mentorship from energy sector entrepreneurs
  • You’ll get to spend time with the founders of Australia’s most successful energy startups.
• Extensive public exposure
  • They’ll run a showcase event and use the social media channels to give you a platform to promote your business.
• Expand to the Australian and New Zealand
  • If you’re an overseas startup, they will help you develop Australian and New Zealand knowledge and networks.
• Access to EnergyLab’s mentor network
  • You will be able to request introductions to EnergyLab’s extensive mentor network.
• A dedicated support team
  • You will touch base with EnergyLab regularly to discuss how they can further support you.
• Ongoing assistance
  • Upon graduation, you will join the alumni network of the most successful and impactful clean energy founders.

What they’re looking for?

• Startups with strong leadership, relevant technology, existing pilot or paid customers and potential for scale.
• Strong leadership – Your CEO is committed to participating in the program. Your team will take full advantage of the program and treat everyone respectfully.
• Relevant technology – You’re commercialising technology that is relevant to the partners and has been proven with at least one happy, paying customer.
• Potential for scale – You have a proven business model that will enable your startup to grow rapidly and are targeting a large market that needs your solution.

Eligibility Criteria

• Your business can be registered anywhere in the world. If you’re not an Australian or New Zealand company, the only requirement is that you’re serious about exploring the Australian or New Zealand markets.
• Only one, as long as that person is the CEO. In addition to the CEO, you’re welcome also to invite other team members to participate in the program sessions.
• Program sessions will require the CEO to be present. Other team members can also join the CEO.
• The 2024 Scaleup Program cohort will be made up of 8 to 15 companies.

For more information, visit EnergyLab.