Deadline: April 8, 2026
The Aspire Climatetech Program Spring 2026 is now open for applications. This five-week hybrid accelerator supports early-stage, science- and engineering-driven startups to become investment-ready. The programme is designed to help innovators refine their fundraising strategy, strengthen their deal-room materials, and engage effectively with potential investors.
Organised by VentureWell, the Aspire Climatetech Program Spring 2026 connects founders with seasoned investor mentors who guide them through the realities of fundraising for high-impact climate innovations.
About the Aspire Climatetech Program Spring 2026
Aspire Climatetech is a specialised accelerator focused on empowering startups developing solutions that address critical climate challenges. The programme enables participants to prepare strategically for equity investment through targeted mentoring and practical learning experiences.
Over the course of five weeks, startup teams will work one-on-one with investor mentors to:
- Develop and validate a clear fundraising strategy
- Improve deal-room materials based on investor expectations
- Build confidence for real-world investor meetings
- Refine their value proposition and assess market readiness
- Strengthen business and financial models for long-term growth
This unique blend of mentorship and practical application helps startups transition from concept validation to investment readiness.
Key Benefits
Selected startups will gain access to a range of benefits aimed at ensuring long-term success and investment appeal, including:
- Personalised mentorship: 1-on-1 engagement with experienced investors to polish pitches and fundraising materials
- Investment readiness: Clear articulation of investment needs, deal metrics, and financial strategy
- Deal-room preparation: Structured guidance to build a compelling investor deal room
- Risk evaluation: Stress-testing business models to anticipate and manage potential challenges
- Networking opportunities: Access to the VentureWell investor network and connections with like-minded founders
Eligibility Criteria
Startups that meet the following criteria are encouraged to apply:
- Teams must have at least one full-time founder and a defined CEO who can fully participate in the five-week programme
- Startups should be actively fundraising or planning to raise capital within the next 12 months
- Innovations must demonstrate high environmental impact, addressing issues such as climate change, energy, waste management, and pollution reduction
- Applicants should have evidence of early market validation and a strong, clearly defined value proposition
- Preference will be given to startups with intellectual property protection, such as provisional patents, and an initial prototype beyond the proof-of-concept stage
Programme Format
The Aspire Climatetech Program Spring 2026 follows a hybrid format that combines virtual sessions with in-person interactions. This structure provides flexibility for global participation while ensuring immersive, hands-on learning and direct investor engagement.
Participants will have access to workshops, peer learning sessions, and investor simulations designed to strengthen their readiness for real-world funding opportunities.
Application Deadline
Applications for the Aspire Climatetech Program Spring 2026 close on 8 April 2026. Interested startups are encouraged to apply early to ensure sufficient time for review and preparation.
About VentureWell
VentureWell is a global organisation that supports innovators, entrepreneurs, and startups in transforming breakthrough ideas into scalable businesses. Its Aspire suite of programmes has consistently helped early-stage science- and tech-based startups secure critical investments and partnerships for growth. Aspire Climatetech builds on this legacy, focusing specifically on climate-related innovation.
How to Apply
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