April 13 is the deadline for startups to apply to the world’s largest cleantech accelerator program, the Cleantech Open Accelerator!
This program provides early-stage cleantech startups with mentoring, training and additional resources. Below is a highlight of the benefits:
- World-class mentoring: receive intensive, tailored mentoring from experienced business experts and gain access to one of the world’s only cleantech-specific expert networks.
- Hands-on training: 12-week series of intensive workshops, boot camps, and webinars to launch your startup to the next level.
- Prizes: In 2025, U.S. Cleantech Open plans to award a mix of cash and in-kind services to the winners of its showcasing events. This includes:
- Up to $150,000 in total cash prizes and/or investment to winners of our regional and national showcasing competitions in the U.S.
- Up to $50,000 of in-kind services.
- The opportunity to win more prizes as they are announced.
- Networking: connect to a powerful national network of influencers and entrepreneurs.
- Visibility: showcase your startup to investors, strategic partners, and customers through specialized connection events as well as through social media and press releases.
- Alumni: ongoing engagement for teams who’ve completed Cleantech Open, including introductions to investors and corporate partners, participation in Challenges, and networking events.
*All awards are subject to change at Cleantech Open’s sole discretion and may vary from region to region. The cash component of each award may be provided as a grant or as seed capital (investment). The grand prize is provided as a SAFE note.