UNEP CTCN Youth Climate Innovation Programme 2024 for young Innovators: (Deadline: 20 October, 2024)

Applications are now open for the 2024 UNEP CTCN Youth Climate Innovation Programme. The Youth Climate Innovation (YCI) Programme is a transformative initiative by the Climate Technology Centre & Network (CTCN) designed to support young innovators from developing countries as they create, develop, and scale high-impact climate technology solutions that are both locally relevant and globally adaptable.

The Programme

The YCI Programme provides a clear pathway for young innovators from ideation to scaling groundbreaking climate technologies in developing countries across four regions Asia-Pacific, Africa, Latin America and the Caribbean (LAC), and the Middle East and North Africa (MENA). Each component of the YCI Programme is designed to equip participants with the skills, resources, and networks needed to turn their innovative ideas into reality.

Requirements

seeking passionate individuals and teams ready to tackle the climate crisis head-on. Find out below if you’re the right fit for the Programme.

Education/ Experience

At least Bachelor and/or 3 years of work experience and/or community engagement

Age

You are between 18 and 35 years old

Geography

You are from Africa, MENA, Latin America and the Caribbean or Asia-Pacific

Experienced / interested in

Water-energy-food nexus, mobility, energy systems, buildings, and industry

Passion for climate action

You have a strong commitment to contributing to climate action

Entrepreneurial drive

You are interested in developing a climate idea or are already an entrepreneur

Note: You can also apply as a team meeting the criteria above.

Benefits

Mentorship and Coaching

Access to +50 experienced mentors and entrepreneurs-in-residence who provide hands-on support.

Network and Partnerships

Connect with fellow climate innovators, industry experts and partners globally. Join an innovation community of +250k members from CTCN and Seedstars’ network.

Funding and Support

Access to a network of +5k investors and institutions focused on climate technology. Free access to start-up tools (e.g. Amazon Web services, Hubspot, Miro, Airtable, Notion, and Twilio).

Develop Entrepreneurial Skills

Participate in over 30 hours of workshops and practical training focused on business development, climate technology, and scaling your solutions.

Marketing

Increase your project’s visibility through CTCN and Seedstars platforms and networks.

Visibility

Participate in-person at a regional or global climate conference to pitch your climate solution.

Timeline

The YCI Programme will run between November 2024 and December 2025.

For More Information, Visit:

OFFICIAL LINK & APPLY

Application Deadline: October 20, 2024