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Applications are now open for the 2024 UNEP CTCN Youth Climate Innovation Program. The Youth Climate Innovation (YCI) Program is a transformative initiative by the Climate Technology Center & 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. Apply now!
Opportunity Details
The YCI Program 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 Program is designed to equip participants with the skills, resources, and networks needed to turn their innovative ideas into reality.
1. Mentorship and Coaching
Access to +50 experienced mentors and entrepreneurs-in-residence who provide hands-on support.
2. 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.
3. Funding and Support
Access to a network of +5k investors and institutions focused on climate technology. Free access to start-up tools (eg Amazon Web services, Hubspot, Miro, Airtable, Notion, and Twilio).
4. Develop Entrepreneurial Skills
Participate in over 30 hours of workshops and practical training focused on business development, climate technology, and scaling your solutions.
5. Marketing
Increase your project's visibility through CTCN and Seedstars platforms and networks.
6. Visibility
Participate in-person at a regional or global climate conference to pitch your climate solution.
They seek passionate individuals and teams ready to tackle the climate crisis head-on. Find out below if you're the right fit for the Program.
1. Education/Experience
At least Bachelor and/or 3 years of work experience and/or community engagement
2. Age
You are between 18 and 35 years old
3. Geography
You are from Africa, MENA, Latin America and the Caribbean or Asia-Pacific
4. Experienced / interested in
Water-energy-food nexus, mobility, energy systems, buildings, and industry
5. Passion for climate action
You have a strong commitment to contributing to climate action
6. 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.