CTCN Youth Climate Innovation Programme
Introduction
The YCI Programme provides a clear pathway for young innovators from ideation to scaling groundbreaking climate technologies in developing countries across four regions Asia and the Pacific, Africa, Latin America & the Caribbean (LAC), and the Middle East and North Africa. Each component of the fully virtual YCI Programme is designed to equip participants with the skills, resources, and networks needed to turn their innovative ideas into reality.
Who can apply?
We’re seeking passionate individuals and teams ready to tackle the climate crisis head-on. Find out below if you’re the right fit for the YCI Programme:
- Education/ Experience: At least a Bachelor and/or 3 years of work experience and/or community engagement.
- Age: Between 18 and 35 years old.
- Geography: You are from Africa, MENA, Latin America & 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.
Awards or 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 potential partners from LAC, MENA, Asia-Pacific, and Africa. Join a global innovation community of +250k members from Seedstars’ network and CTCN.
- 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 among others)
- Strengthen your 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.
Main Organizers or Sponsors
UNEP, CTCN, Seedstars