Berlin Venture Builder Grant
In context
This call is open to startups, at idea and R&D stage, prototype and pilot stage and pre-seed. Coverage is read from the notice itself: Germany and the European Union.
Carbon13's venture builder programme in Berlin supports the formation and scaling of climate-tech startups through hands-on incubation and mentorship. The programme is open to founders building climate solutions and extends Carbon13's proven model into continental Europe.
About this grant
Carbon13's Berlin Venture Builder is an eight-month programme designed for founders resident in the EU who want to build climate-tech startups. The programme combines entrepreneurial and academic approaches with deep engagement in the DACH (Germany, Austria, Switzerland) climate tech scene. Participants work to develop ventures with the potential to mitigate at least 10 million tonnes of CO2e per annum once at scale. The programme supports early-stage founders in identifying co-founders, developing business models, and building ventures that address critical life support systems and the climate emergency. Carbon13 has invested in over 100 climate-tech startups since 2021 and operates with a mission to support thousands of entrepreneurs to build ventures capable of mitigating over 400 million tonnes of CO2e annually by 2040.
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Eligibility
The Berlin Venture Builder is open to founders who are resident in the EU. The programme is designed for individuals and early-stage teams building climate-tech startups, including those in software and deep-tech-science sectors. Applicants should be committed to addressing climate change through innovative technology solutions.
Key requirements
- ✓Climate-tech focus aligned with Carbon13's investment thesis
- ✓Based in or willing to relocate to Berlin
- ✓Early-stage founding team with climate problem-solving intent
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Frequently asked questions
- Who can apply for Berlin Venture Builder?
- Eligibility covers organisations in DE, EU; startup. See the eligibility criteria above for the full conditions.
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