Collaborative and inclusive climate communities

At EIT Climate KIC, in partnership with Salesforce, we aim to enhance the role of Entrepreneurship Support Organisations (ESOs) in creating a more inclusive and diverse climate entrepreneurship landscape. Our focus is to build a network that thrives on strong collaboration, exchange of insights, and the generation of meaningful opportunities, all supported by a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI). Join us in our journey to foster climate-positive entrepreneurship and innovations, as we build and co-create a platform to advance climate action.

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Our core aims

 

Strengthening ESOs regional platforms

Our goal is to nurture a dynamic community of ESOs united by a shared vision to bridge the divide between ground-breaking climate innovations and market demands. By making methodologies and tools more accessible, we aim to facilitate the path for climate-focused entrepreneurs to bring their solutions to market effectively and make a tangible impact. Be part of a network where collaboration amplifies our collective ability to drive meaningful change.

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Supporting Women-led ESOs

Our mission extends beyond supporting climate entrepreneurs; we are committed to fostering gender mainstreaming within entrepreneurship. We aim to uplift women-led ESOs, driving forward programmes rich in diversity and inclusion. Our community, grounded in equity, continuous learning, and sensitivity to local nuances, strives to support women leaders and tackle gender-based challenges directly. Shape a future where gender mainstreaming in entrepreneurship becomes a more inclusive reality.

Our approach for bridging impact

Ecosystem building

Building a dynamic ecosystem, we’re dedicated to providing targeted support and fostering innovative solutions.

Mainstreaming climate & gender

Integrating gender equity into climate innovation, we blend expert guidance, tailored educational efforts, and insightful assessments to cultivate an inclusive and impactful sector.

Beyond capacity building

Expanding beyond traditional capacity building, we’re leveraging co-funding opportunities to provide essential resources.

Impact assesment

Equipping ESOs with robust measurement tools and methodologies, ensuring that every climate action we support is both impactful and measurable.

Pipeline building

Supporting the full entrepreneurship journey (from awareness through activation to ideation) especially in stages where funding is limited.

Demand-led

Prioritizing alignment with climate needs, our approach ensures support and innovation directly respond to real-world demands.

Latin America

Open calls, opportunities and events

Learning
Past events:

Masterclass 1: Designing Adaptation and Resilience Business Models.
Date: Thursday 4th of July, 18:00 CET

Masterclass 2: Embedding Circularity in the Business Model.
Date: Tuesday 30th of July, 17:00 CET

Masterclass 3: Climate Impact Measurement.
Date: Tuesday 6th of July.

Deep dive event on the LAC Climate Innovation Ecosystem Report.
Date: Thursday 27th of August, 17:00 CEST

Masterclass: DEI workshop.
Date: Wednesday 4th of September, 16:30 CEST

Potential CO2 Emissions Avoidance with Impact Measurement.
Date: 29 October, 15:00 CET 

Inspirational Events:
Intersectionality with Ashlee Christoffersen.
Date: 30 October, 16:30 CET 

Upcoming:

The impact investment landscape: funders, vehicles and ventures with Erika Balzarelli and Chirag Shamdasani.
Date: 12 November, 16:30 CET – Register here.

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Africa

Open calls, opportunities and events

Event
Workshop – East Africa Ecosystem Mapping
Date: Thursday 13th June, 14:00 CEST

 

Learning
Past events:

Masterclass 2: Embedding Circularity in the Business Model
Date: Tuesday 30th of July, 17:00 CET

Masterclass 3: Climate Impact Measurement.
Date: Tuesday 6th of July.

Masterclass: DEI workshop
Date: Wednesday 4th of September, 16:30 CEST

Potential CO2 Emissions Avoidance with Impact Measurement.
Date: 29 October, 15:00 CET 

Inspirational Events:
Intersectionality with Ashlee Christoffersen.
Date: 30 October, 16:30 CET 

Upcoming:

The impact investment landscape: funders, vehicles and ventures with Erika Balzarelli and Chirag Shamdasani.
Date: 12 November, 16:30 CET – Register here.

Apply now
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Insights and intelligence reports
August 13, 2024 A glimpse into climate innovation ecosystems in Latin America and the Caribbean

This report will provide a comprehensive mapping of the entrepreneurship ecosystem in LAC complemented by an in-depth analysis of public data/literature and interviews with key stakeholders. Report will include challenges, opportunities and practical recommendations on how to move climate innovation sector forward. ​

A glimpse into climate innovation ecosystems in Latin America and the Caribbean
October 2024 Unlocking Climate Innovation in East Africa: Exploring Stakeholder Dynamics and Ecosystem Needs

This report analyses the state of climate innovation in East Africa. It highlights key trends, including the growth in climate-tech investments and the evolving roles of stakeholders within the ecosystem. The study draws on extensive data and inputs from diverse entities such as entrepreneurs, investors, and support organizations, offering targeted recommendations to enhance the integration and impact of climate innovations.

Unlocking Climate Innovation in East Africa: Exploring Stakeholder Dynamics and Ecosystem Needs
Upcoming: 2025 Lessons learned from Climate-KIC, partners & practitioners: the art of matching climate innovation supply with demand.

This report will be a synthesis of a facilitated dialogue process with partners & practitioners. It will explore (1) why closing the gap between supply (bottom-up) and demand (top-down) is important (2) present successful global case studies (3) draw lessons from Climate-KIC’s delivery and (4) explore programmatic approaches and models to close the gap.

Lessons learned from Climate-KIC, partners & practitioners: the art of matching climate innovation supply with demand.

Our funding partner

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