Applications Invited for Youth Climate Innovation Programme

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About the Organization

The Climate Technology Centre and Network (CTCN) facilitates the connection between countries and climate technology solutions, expediting development and technology transfers for low-carbon and climate-resilient initiatives at the demand of developing countries. Positioned uniquely within the global climate action landscape, the CTCN serves as a vital link between all stakeholders, catalyzing collaborative efforts. It identifies and delivers a diverse portfolio of technology solutions, alongside offering capacity building and tailored advisory services on policy, legal, and regulatory frameworks to meet the specific requirements of individual countries. Leveraging the expertise of a global network comprising technology firms and institutions, the CTCN paves the way for national strategies, regional market aggregation, and the mitigation of investment risks, both in the public and private sectors. The focus lies on achieving transformative impacts and scaling up through national innovation systems and digitalization across five key areas: the Water-Energy-Food nexus, Buildings and Infrastructure, Sustainable Mobility, Energy Systems, and Business and Industry.

About the Fellowship

The YCI Programme provides a clear pathway for young innovators from ideation to scaling groundbreaking climate technologies in developing countries across four regions Asia-Pacific, Africa, Latin America and the Caribbean (LAC), and the Middle East and North Africa (MENA).

Each component of the YCI Programme is designed to equip participants with the skills, resources, and networks needed to turn their innovative ideas into reality.

• Idea Lab: A 7-day online event where participants learn and apply design thinking methods to ideate and refine climate solutions. Tailored to different regions, the Idea Lab offers mentorship and collaboration opportunities with like-minded peers.
• Incubator: Winning teams from the Idea Lab enter a 12-week intensive online incubation phase, where they receive hands-on support to develop their ideas into viable solutions. The incubator includes learning sessions, mentorship and peer-to-peer learning with other teams across regions.
• Accelerator: Selected teams from the incubator advance to a 4-week acceleration program, focusing on investment readiness and partnership development. Teams will have the opportunity to pitch their ideas in-person at regional and global climate events, connecting with potential investors and partners.

Benefits of the Programme

• Mentorship and Coaching: Access to +50 experienced mentors and entrepreneurs-in-residence who provide hands-on support.
• Network and Partnerships: Connect with fellow climate innovators, industry experts and partners globally. Join an innovation community of +250k members from CTCN and Seedstars’ network.
• Funding and Support: Access to a network of +5k investors and institutions focused on climate technology. Free access to start-up tools (e.g. Amazon Web services, Hubspot, Miro, Airtable, Notion, and Twilio).
• Develop Entrepreneurial Skills: Participate in over 30 hours of workshops and practical training focused on business development, climate technology, and scaling your solutions.
• Marketing: Increase your project’s visibility through CTCN and Seedstars platforms and networks.
• Visibility: Participate in-person at a regional or global climate conference to pitch your climate solution.

Eligibility

We’re seeking passionate individuals and teams ready to tackle the climate crisis head-on. Find out below if you’re the right fit for the Programme.

• Education/ Experience: At least Bachelor and/or 3 years of work experience and/or community engagement
• Age: You are between 18 and 35 years old
• Geography: You are from Africa, MENA, Latin America and the Caribbean or Asia-Pacific
• Experienced / interested in: Water-energy-food nexus, mobility, energy systems, buildings, and industry
• Passion for climate action: You have a strong commitment to contributing to climate action
• Entrepreneurial drive: You are interested in developing a climate idea or are already an entrepreneur

How to Apply

Deadline: 20 October

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The YCI Programme will run between November 2024 and December 2025.

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