Apply for Startupbootcamp Energy and Sustainability Accelerator

The Startupbootcamp Energy and Sustainability Accelerator is powered by a strategic partnership between Startupbootcamp, a global network of industry-focused accelerators, and the Dhahran Techno Valley Company (DTVC), a key driver in the development of the Dhahran Techno Valley ecosystem. This collaboration leverages the strengths of Startupbootcamp’s global network and DTVC’s robust local ecosystem, including King Fahd University of Petroleum and Minerals (KFUPM), Saudi Aramco, SABIC, and other industry leaders. The accelerator is designed to support innovative startups specializing in energy and sustainability.

Aims 

• The accelerator aims to drive global impact by supporting startups that are developing solutions with the potential to address some of the world’s most pressing challenges in energy and sustainability. By fostering innovation and promoting scalable solutions, the program contributes to global efforts in climate change mitigation, resource conservation, and sustainable development. By providing access to a global network of mentors, investors, and industry experts, the program aims to accelerate the growth of innovative solutions that can make a significant impact on the environment and society. Located in the heart of Saudi Arabia, the Dhahran Techno Valley Science Park provides a vibrant and dynamic ecosystem for innovation. With over 1600 professionals working across various sectors, the park is a hub for cutting-edge research, development, and commercialization of new technologies. Startups will benefit from close proximity to leading institutions and corporations, fostering an environment conducive to collaboration and growth.

Focus Areas

• Climate Change Mitigation and Adaptation
• Circular Economy and Waste Reduction
• Water Conservation and Management
• Decentralized and Off-Grid Energy Systems
• Energy Storage Solutions
• Energy Data Analytics and Predictive Maintenance

Benefits 

• Digital Acceleration
  • An intense 3-month in-person accelerator designed to enable growth at speed.
• Capital
  • USD 100k including USD 50k cash investment per startup to cover expenses during the program and USD 50k in-kind services.
• Mentorship
  • Carefully selected mentors with industry-specific knowledge, who provide hands-on support and valuable introductions.
• Events
  • 1:1 matchmaking with mentors, investors and partners. Ongoing collaborations for exposure, media & PR activities.

Eligibility Criteria

• Looking for companies:
  • in Smart Grid, Sustainable Development, Sustainable Design, Sustainable Business, Climate Change, Renewable Energy, Energy Management, Sustainability Initiatives, Energy Sector, Water Conservation, Green Energy, Energy Monitoring, Energy Storage, Off-Grid Solar Home Systems, Predictive Maintenance, Renewable Energy Tech, Circular Economy
    • located in Africa, Asia, Australia/NZ, Caribbean, Eastern Europe, Europe, Middle East, North America, South America
    • incorporated or not
    • prototype, users or paying users stage
    • Pre-seed, Seed or Series A
    • have raised funding or not
    • currently raising or not raising funds
    • have revenue or not

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