Deadline: 20-Jan-23
Google for Startups is seeking applications from Tech startups based in Europe and Israel that are building innovative green technology solutions to tackle climate change for its accelerator program.
A 10-week equity-free accelerator program for Seed to Series A startups based in Europe & Israel. The accelerator aims to connect the best of Google’s products and people to climate change and clean technology innovators across the region building with cloud services.
In partnership with Google Cloud, The European program helps high-potential startups based in Europe & Israel grow with the best of Google through a mix of in-person and virtual activities, 1: 1 mentoring, and group learning sessions.
In addition to mentorship and technical project support, Google for Startups Accelerator: Climate Change features deep dives and workshops focused on product design, business growth, and leadership development. Selected startups will also benefit from dedicated Google Cloud technical expertise and receive credits via the Google for Startups Cloud Program.
Note: The Google for Startups Accelerator: Climate Change program is completely free for all participating startups, and Google does not take any equity.
Key benefits
- Equity-free: 10 weeks of equity-free support.
- 1:1 Mentoring: Tailored product and leadership support from Google mentors and industry experts.
- Training: Boost your knowledge of GCP, machine learning, product development, marketing, leadership and more.
- Product credits: Google product credits for your tech stack
- Google product support and advice: Learn product tips and tricks directly from the Googlers who built them.
- Exposure: Exposure to potential partners, VCs and investors interested in Climate Change tech solutions.
Structure of the Program
- Through a combination of 1-to-1 and 1-to-many learning sessions, startups will receive technical support and mentoring from experienced engineers and business experts from Google and the wider ecosystem throughout the program. This support will be specifically tailored to the needs of the startups’ businesses. Along with being paired with specialized Startup Success Managers (SSM) from Google, participants will also receive further training on how to use their best practices, tools, and personnel;
- At the end of the program, the cohort will present their achievements in a Demo Day in front of Google teams, mentors, investors, partners and key stakeholders from the European startup ecosystem. After the program ends, startups will continue to receive support via the Google for Startups Accelerator Alumni program & network.
Entry Criteria
- The program is open to Seed to Series A stage, tech startups based in Europe and Israel that are building innovative green technology solutions to tackle climate change. Google for Startups Accelerators are best suited for revenue generating startups with a minimum of five or more employees;
- Founders (CEO & CTO) and appropriate team members must be available to join all elements of the program;
- Startups demonstrating traction, ideally between Seed and Series A stage;
- Building a scalable product or service with a significant total addressable market and defensible growth model;
- Focusing on sustainable technology climate solutions, clean tech and green energy;
- Deeply technical startups leveraging Cloud or AI/ML in their product, service, or operations and have sustainability expertise;
- Commitment from CTO and/or technical roles to participate and engage in required program sessions.
For more information, visit Google for Startups Accelerator: Climate Change.