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AI for Climate Action Accelerator

ARE YOU AN AI CLIMATE INNOVATOR READY TO SCALE?

Join AI for Climate Action Accelerator

Unlock AI’s potential responsibly by putting sustainability and inclusivity at the core.

The AI for Climate Action Accelerator is here to help you take your impact to the next level. Over the course of three months, this hybrid programme provides you with the tools, network, and mentors you need to scale your solution.

With tailored coaching, peer-to-peer learning, and access to industry partners and investors, we’ll empower you to accelerate your path to success and make a real difference for the planet.

Apply by 4 August!

Why AI for Climate Action?

For the second cohort of the Climate Action Accelerator, we are putting the spotlight on AI, a megatrend that is rapidly shaping both society and business, offering extraordinary potential alongside significant challenges.

Generative AI could add trillions of dollars in value to the global economy, hence increasing the impact of all artificial intelligence by 15% to 40%, according to a 2023 report by McKinsey.

From advancing climate action to revolutionising healthcare, AI is already making significant strides. However, as AI becomes more pervasive, the challenge lies in ensuring that its disruptive nature is for the good of our social and environmental fabric.

Unlocking AI’s potential responsibly means putting sustainability and inclusivity at the core of technological development. We need AI that doesn’t harm the environment, uses renewable energy sources while being efficient by nature, and serves everyone — not just a select few. Innovation must be sustainable and inclusive. Check out our AI for Inclusive Climate Action Trend Report for more information!

Areas of impact

We support the whole range of AI-powered solutions for climate action, including but not limited to:

AI for more resilient and transparent supply chains.

AI-driven circularity in industries like design, construction, food, and fashion from upcycling to recycling.

AI-enabled strategies for reducing CO₂ emissions and reintegrating carbon into natural systems.

AI-powered tools to help humanity stay within planetary boundaries.

AI-based climate data analytics and modelling to visualise risks and guide decision-making.

AI for equitable access to healthcare and social services.

AI solutions that empower farmers and enable climate-smart agriculture.

AI developed and applied through the lens of diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Apply by 4 August!

What's in for you?

Direct introductions with 20+ potential clients, partners, stakeholders.

We don’t take any equity.

A value-driven, inclusive & funky workspace.

Warm & curated investors introductions.

Matchmaking with an exceptional impact mentor community.

Access to a global community of over 500,000 impact-driven entrepreneurs & a vibrant local network of 650+ changemakers in Berlin.

Apply by 4 August!

Who can apply?

If your startup is creating real, positive impact for the planet with AI at its core, we want to help you grow and scale!

You’re eligible, if you:

🌱 are a seed stage startup
🤖 use AI as a core enabler for climate solutions
📍 are based in Germany
🧑‍💻 can commit to hybrid participation (some in-person activities in Berlin, combined with online sessions) from 1 September until 30 November.

Timeline

Applications open
17 June 2025
4 August 2025
Applications close
4 August 2025
15-minute interviews with the long-listed applicants
5-8 August 2025
14 August 2025
Pitch event with jury
14 August 2025
Cohort selected
18-19 August 2025
1 September 2025
Kick-off in person at Impact Hub Berlin
Programme starts
1 September 2025
Kick-off in person at Impact Hub Berlin
Programme ends
30 November 2025
Final week in person at Impact Hub Berlin

What's the format?

💻 With the exception of the first and final weeks, all programme sessions are conducted online.

⏳ Participants can expect to commit approximately five hours per week, with an additional two to four hours for preparation related to the acceleration topics. Please note that time requirements may vary during the first and final weeks due to in-person activities.

🚃 For participants based outside of Berlin, travel and accommodation expenses for the in-person weeks will be covered.

Ready to apply?

Still got a question?

🗓️ Join our Office Hour Session on 16 July to learn more about the programme and meet the programme team! 

✉️ Or you can always reach out to us via impact.ecosystem@impacthub.net for any questions and feedback.

💛 We strongly encourage FLINTA (female, lesbian, intersex, non-binary, trans, and agender) founders to apply. We’re committed to creating an inclusive programme environment that amplifies underrepresented voices in climate tech.

We welcome applications from individuals of all genders, religions, ethnicities, backgrounds, and experiences. In line with our commitment to inclusivity, we actively work on ensuring representation at all levels within the acceleration programme.

Application management partner F6S