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Partner Call: Google for Startups Accelerator - empowering climate change startups to go further

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Google for Startups Accelerator gathers Seed & Series A high potential tech startups working on Climate Change solutions for a 10-week hybrid program. It offers the opportunity to leverage Google's cutting-edge technology and industry expertise. Curious to get to know more about it? Read the article below to find out more! 

Programme overview 

The accelerator programme integrates intensive workshops and expert mentorship to support selected startups. Participants will benefit from a blend of virtual and in-person sessions, receiving guidance tailored to their specific business needs. This support is provided by Google leaders, engineers and a network of external experts, ensuring a comprehensive learning experience. The workshops and mentoring sessions will be followed by an in-person demo day showcase. 

Apply now by 21 July 

 

Mentorship and support 

Startups accepted into the programme will gain access to one-to-one and group workshops, including attendance by minimum 3 C-level executives at all physical events and online bootcamps. The workshops cover Cloud and ML, product, design, growth and people. In addition, participants get equity-free support & Cloud Credits, plus access to the global Accelerator Alumni community. 

 

Who should apply? 

Google is looking for growth-stage startups meeting the following criteria: 

  • Seed & Series A high potential tech startups working on Climate Change solutions with growing teams (5+ people) headquartered in Europe or Israel 

  • Deeply technical startups leveraging Cloud or AI/ML in their product, service, or operations and have sustainability expertise. 

  • Funded and revenue-generating startups. 

  • Keen to participate and learn from experts. 

Overall, the programme helps technical startups that leverage Cloud or AI/ML in their product, service, or operations and have sustainability expertise. 

 

Program timeline 

Applications Open 

June 7, 2024 

Applications Close 

July 21, 2024 

Virtual Interviews & Selection 

July - August 2024 

Program Kick-Off (In-person) 

September 2024 

Virtual Bootcamp & Mentoring Starts 

October 2024 

Virtual Bootcamp & Mentoring Ends 

November 2024 

Graduation & Demo Day (In-Person) 

November 2024 

 

Call to action 

The application process is now open, and interested startups are encouraged to apply before the deadline on July 21, 2024. For any questions, please reach out to europe-accelerator@google.com

Apply now 

 

Google for Startups: a commitment to innovation 

Google for Startups continues to champion the growth and success of startups worldwide. Startups are solving the world’s important challenges with agility, innovative technology, and determination. Google is proud to help. So, whether you’re starting out, building your startup, or scaling up to meet the needs of consumers, business, and society, Google for Startups programmes connect you with the right people, products, and best practices to help you thrive and grow. 

Google for Startups Accelerator_ Climate Change 2024 (1).pdf /community/media/13594/download?node_id=6414

DISCLAIMER: This information is provided in the interest of knowledge sharing and should not be interpreted as the official view of the European Commission, or any other organisation.

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