Are you building a digital startup that addresses the climate crisis? Then ClimaTech Connect 2025 is your opportunity to scale with expert training, mentorship, grant funding, and visibility across Europe.
The ClimaTech Connect 2025 program, organized by EIT Digital and Climate-KIC, is calling for applications from early-stage climate tech startups across the EU and Horizon Europe countries. This free, fully virtual program includes up to €25,000 in startup grants and a chance to pitch live in Valencia, Spain.
Whether you’re just emerging or looking to refine your venture for investment, ClimaTech Connect 2025 can give you the structured support and exposure you need.
What Is ClimaTech Connect 2025?
ClimaTech Connect 2025 is an eight-week pan-European climate entrepreneurship program designed to boost startups using digital innovation to solve climate challenges. It’s backed by the European Institute of Innovation and Technology (EIT) and managed by its climate and digital arms, Climate-KIC and EIT Digital.
Program Benefits
- Climate-focused entrepreneurship training (8 weeks, virtual)
- 1-on-1 mentoring from industry experts across Europe
- Non-dilutive startup grants: €25,000 (top team) and €15,000 (runner-up)
- Fully funded trip to Valencia for a live Demo Day on October 8, 2025
- Extensive exposure to investors, policy experts, and climate tech networks
Who Can Apply?
To qualify for ClimaTech Connect 2025, your startup must meet the following criteria:
Eligibility Requirements:
- Legally incorporated in an EU or Horizon Europe country
- At least 1 year of legal existence
- Technology Readiness Level (TRL) between 2 and 4
- At least one core team member must be an EIT-labelled graduate
- Startups led by women or based in EIT RIS countries (underserved regions) are strongly encouraged to apply
Key Dates to Remember
| Milestone | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Deadline | June 6, 2025 (17:00 CET) |
| Teams Selected | June 11, 2025 |
| Program Kick-off | June 18, 2025 |
| Gate 2 Phase Begins | July 21, 2025 |
| Demo Day in Valencia | October 8, 2025 |
How to Apply for ClimaTech Connect 2025
Applications must be completed in English and submitted through the official platform:
👉 Apply here on www.climatechconnect.eu
Make sure your proposal clearly articulates your climate innovation, technology stage, team capacity, and expected impact.
💡 Contact grantsdatabase.org for proposal drafting, refining, and review.
🎯 Expert Tips from Grant Database
According to proposal strategist Oluwole Omojofodun, Senior Consultant at Grant Database:
“To succeed in programs like ClimaTech Connect 2025, clarity and climate alignment are key. Use visuals and metrics to show your climate impact. Emphasize your technology readiness and scalability. The evaluators want to know not just what you’re building, but why it matters—quantifiably.”
“We also recommend you highlight your team’s cross-functional strengths and include a strong narrative around why now is the time for your solution.”
The expert team at grantsdatabase.org is available to support your full proposal lifecycle—from strategic positioning to proposal drafting, feedback integration, and submission.
📩 Need Help with Your Application?
Don’t go it alone. Contact grantsdatabase.org for expert help in drafting, refining, and reviewing your proposal for ClimaTech Connect 2025.
