Are you an early-stage startup developing innovative climate solutions? The HBS Startup Pitch Competition 2024, part of the prestigious Climate Symposium, offers a unique opportunity to propel your venture forward. This competition provides startups with access to exclusive resources that can help you make a real impact.
Why You Should Apply
Selected startups will receive:
- Exclusive Coaching: Work closely with Harvard Business School students who will guide you through refining your pitch and business strategy.
- Networking Opportunities: Connect with climate-focused investors, accelerators, and industry leaders.
- Pitch in the Finals: Present your solution on stage in front of a panel of climate investors.
This is a once-in-a-lifetime chance to showcase your innovation, receive invaluable support, and compete for non-dilutive cash prizes.
Compete for Up to $22,500 in Non-Dilutive Funding
The best part? This competition offers non-dilutive cash prizes—meaning you won’t have to give up any equity. Here’s what you could win:
- 1st Place: $20,000
- Runner-Up: $5,000
- Crowd Favorite: $2,500
These prizes are designed to help you scale your impact while keeping full ownership of your company.
Program Details
The Climate Symposium brings together leading climate-focused entrepreneurs, investors, and experts. Six startups will be selected to pitch live at the finals in front of an audience of over 500 attendees at Harvard Business School on November 2, 2024.
Key Benefits for Participating Companies
- Non-dilutive cash awards
- Coaching from HBS students
- Exposure to top-tier investors, accelerators, and incubators
- Pitching to a star-studded panel of climate investors
- Interaction with other energy and climate-focused startups
- Discounted tickets to the rest of the 2024 Climate Symposium
Eligibility Criteria
To compete in this prestigious event, startups must meet the following criteria:
- Focus on Climate Solutions: Your venture must be addressing a climate-related issue.
- Early-Stage: Your startup should have raised less than $1 million in funding, excluding grants.
Judging Panel
Finalists will pitch to a panel of leading investors in the cleantech space. Last year’s panel featured representatives from:
- Azolla Ventures
- Breakthrough Energy Ventures
- Clean Energy Ventures
- Planeteer Capital
- The Engine
Application Deadline
The deadline to apply is October 15, 2024. Don’t miss your chance to accelerate your startup and make a lasting impact on the climate crisis.