Call for applications for the DMV Climate Innovation Fellowship 2025!
The program is designed to unite entrepreneurs from the District of Columbia (DC), Maryland, and Virginia, commonly referred to as the DMV area. Its primary focus is on empowering these founders to tackle critical issues related to climate change, specifically in the areas of climate mitigation, adaptation, and resilience.
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Participants in the program will receive specialized training tailored to enhance their understanding and capabilities in developing climate-focused solutions. Additionally, they will have access to essential resources that can significantly accelerate the growth and impact of their ventures. This support might include funding opportunities, access to networks of industry experts, and tools for scaling their businesses.
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Moreover, the program includes two in-person residency weeks, which will take place within the DMV region. These residency weeks are likely intended to foster collaboration among the entrepreneurs, provide hands-on learning experiences, and deepen their connections within the local climate innovation ecosystem. Overall, the program aims to equip these entrepreneurs with the knowledge, resources, and networks needed to drive meaningful progress in addressing climate-related challenges in their communities and beyond.
Sectors
Solutions addressing climate mitigation, adaption, and resilience, including but not limited to:
- Renewable energy generation and storage
- Green building technologies
- Climate data and analytics
- Climate-smart agriculture and food systems
- WaterTech
- Blue economy
Location:
United StatesBenefits
Selected fellows will receive the following:
- $10K in Amazon Web Services (AWS) credits
- $5K stipend per venture
- Professional advisors
- Workshops with experts in leadership development, investment readiness, and product-market fit
- Networking with investors and varied stakeholders in climate
- Pro bono legal support
- Monthly meetings
- A global community of 500+ impact-driven entrepreneurs
- And more
Eligibilities
They are looking for (for-profit) startups that are building scalable solutions that are tackling challenges related to climate mitigation, adaptation, and resilience across the DC, Maryland, and Virginia area.
Location: Must have your venture based in/serving the DC, Maryland, and Virginia area
Stage: Must have a Minimum Viable Product (MVP) that has the potential to scale. Must be working on your venture full-time.
Team:
- May apply with up to one co-founder
- Applicant must be the CEO and/or hold primary decision-making power
- Must be fluent in English
- Must be at least 21 years of age by the start of the program
- Program Engagement: Must be able to participate in all activities and programming sessions
- Impact: Must be developing a product and venture which contributes towards 1 or more of the UN’s 17 SDGs
In addition to eligibility, Halcyon scores each application based on 4 criteria: Impact, Scalability, Innovation, and Talent.
Eligible Regions: USAApplication Process
- Interested individuals can apply for the fellowship through – https://halcyon.submittable.com/submit
- Uploading a Pitch Deck of up to 15 slides is now required. You may also upload a 1-minute video describing your venture! This is a wonderful way to bring your application to life and showcase your passion and drive! At Halcyon, they love supporting founders with a clear vision, strong ambition, and the drive to create dramatic positive influence.
Application Deadline: October 11, 2024 (16 Days Remaining)
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