Contrarian Ventures Climate Tech Fund Grant
In context
This call is open to startups, at pre-seed and seed stage. Funding is an equity investment of Up to $4,400,000. Coverage is read from the notice itself: United States and the European Union.
Pre-seed and seed investment fund providing EUR 1-4m cheques to climate tech founders developing breakthrough technologies in green energy, transportation, built environment, industry, and carbon sectors across Europe and the US. Targets early-stage companies before market consensus forms.
About this grant
This venture capital fund invests in pre-seed and seed-stage climate technology startups across Europe and Israel. Typical investment sizes range from EUR 1–4 million, with funding available through equity instruments. Eligible founders must be based in Europe or Israel and building scalable climate solutions in green energy, electric mobility, industrial decarbonisation, the built environment, or carbon removal. The fund does not support food and agriculture projects. Startups at the earliest stages of development are welcome to apply.
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Key requirements
- ✓Climate tech founders with breakthrough technology potential
- ✓Focus on green energy, transportation, built environment, industry, or carbon sectors
- ✓Pre-seed or seed stage companies
- ✓Based in Europe or the US
Frequently asked questions
- How much funding does Contrarian Ventures offer?
- Contrarian Ventures Climate Tech Fund offers up to $4.4M.
- Who can apply for Contrarian Ventures Climate Tech Fund?
- Eligibility covers organisations in US, EU; startup.
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