IVCA–EarthON Greenovation Challenge 2026
EarthON Foundation द्वारा
अपनी पात्रता जांचें
साइन अप करें और हम आपको बताएंगे कि आपका स्टार्टअप इस ग्रांट के लिए योग्य है या नहीं।
त्वरित उत्तर
A national challenge designed to spotlight and scale innovative Indian enterprises advancing climate solutions across key thematic areas.
- फंडिंग राशि
- ₹1 लाख – ₹4 लाख
- फंडिंग प्रकार
- प्रतियोगिता
- प्रदाता
- EarthON Foundation
- आवेदन की अंतिम तिथि
- 1d — 12 नव॰ 2026
- स्थान
- भारत में पंजीकृत स्टार्टअप्स के लिए खुला
इस प्रतियोगिता के बारे में
India's climate transition presents both urgent challenges and immense opportunities for innovation. The IVCA–EarthON Greenovation Challenge 2026, an initiative under the prestigious IVCA Climate Capital Summit, aims to accelerate this transition by identifying and supporting high-potential enterprises building solutions for India's climate future. This challenge is specifically designed to spotlight and scale enterprises that are developing innovative and impactful climate solutions.
The program focuses on five critical thematic areas: Renewable Energy, Sustainable Agriculture & Agroecology, Circular Economy & Waste Management, Industrial Decarbonisation, and Climate Adaptation. These areas represent key sectors where scalable solutions can drive significant environmental and economic impact across India.
Beyond the non-dilutive awards, the challenge offers a unique opportunity for selected enterprises to gain significant visibility within the investment and climate community. Participants will connect with a network of investors, industry leaders, and policy stakeholders who are actively working towards sustainability goals. This engagement is crucial for early-stage ventures seeking to validate their solutions, secure further funding, and expand their market reach. The Greenovation Challenge acts as a launchpad for climate-focused businesses, helping them transition from promising ideas to market-ready and scalable solutions.
पात्रता
देखें कि आप पात्र हैं या नहीं
पूरी पात्रता शर्तें — संस्था प्रकार, स्टेज, क्षेत्र, फाउंडर प्रोफ़ाइल और पंजीकरण आवश्यकताएं — साथ ही इस प्रोग्राम के लिए आपकी फ़िट। देखने के लिए साइन अप करें।
आयोजक
EarthON Foundation is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit in the United States. It blends philanthropy and investment to support grassroots organisations and early-stage ventures across India and the Global South. Its work runs through funds, climate challenges, bootcamps and a…
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- राशि
- ₹1 लाख – ₹4 लाख
आपको क्या मिलेगा
Winners of the Greenovation Challenge will share a total prize pool of ₹8 lakh in non-dilutive awards, distributed as First prize ₹4 lakh, Second prize ₹3 lakh, and Third prize ₹1 lakh. Beyond these direct cash prizes, high-potential participants gain a significant pathway to further funding through EarthON Gurukul, a structured acceleration program. This program provides dedicated mentorship, comprehensive growth support, and access to potential equity or debt investment of up to ₹4 crore via the EarthON Blended Finance Platform and GreenovatiON Fund. Additionally, participants benefit from invaluable visibility and networking opportunities, connecting with prominent investors, influential industry leaders, and key policy stakeholders actively involved in circularity and sustainability.
- वितरण
- Lump Sum
- बूटस्ट्रैप अनुकूल
- हाँ
समयसीमा और प्रक्रिया
चयन प्रक्रिया
The selection process for the IVCA–EarthON Greenovation Challenge begins with a thorough evaluation of submitted applications. A dedicated selection committee, comprising experts from IVCA, EarthON Foundation, and the broader climate and investment ecosystem, will review applications based on criteria such as the innovation and scalability of the solution, its relevance to the Indian context, the commitment of the founding team, and its potential impact in the identified thematic areas. Shortlisted applicants will then advance to a virtual pitching round. During this round, teams will present their validated solutions and business models to a distinguished panel of judges. The final top three winners, who demonstrate exceptional promise and alignment with the challenge's goals, will be announced at the IVCA Climate Capital Summit 2026 held on 26 November 2026 in Mumbai.
आवेदन प्रक्रिया
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Submit Application
Fill and submit the online Google Form with details of your climate solution and enterprise.
आप - 2
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आवेदन कैसे करें
ड्राफ़्ट से वितरण तक चार चरण — हर चरण में एक कार्रवाई।
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आधिकारिक पोर्टल पर जमा करें
आधिकारिक आवेदन लिंक का उपयोग करें और अंतिम रूप से जमा करने से पहले सभी विवरण सत्यापित करें।
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फ़ॉलो अप करें
जमा करने के 5–7 दिन बाद प्राप्ति की पुष्टि और समीक्षा समयरेखा के बारे में पूछने के लिए संपर्क करें।
अक्सर पूछे जाने वाले प्रश्न
What kind of funding is offered?
The Greenovation Challenge offers non-dilutive cash prizes to the top three winners, totaling ₹8 lakh. Additionally, high-potential participants may be considered for a structured acceleration program that offers a pathway to potential equity or debt investment of up to ₹4 crore.
Who is eligible to apply for this challenge?
The challenge is open to Indian startups and social enterprises, including Private Limited Companies and Limited Liability Partnerships. Solutions should be at the prototype, pilot-tested, or market-ready stage, with founders committed full-time to their ventures. Companies must be registered within the last 10 years, and solutions must be relevant to the Indian context.
What thematic areas are being focused on?
The challenge seeks solutions in five key thematic areas: Renewable Energy, Sustainable Agriculture & Agroecology, Circular Economy & Waste Management, Industrial Decarbonisation, and Climate Adaptation. Solutions related to a broader green economy are also encouraged.
What is the application process?
Applicants need to fill out a Google Form, which is designed to take less than 15 minutes. Shortlisted applicants will then be invited to participate in a virtual pitching round, where they will present their solutions to a panel of judges. Winners will be announced at the IVCA Climate Capital Summit 2026.
What happens after the challenge?
Beyond receiving non-dilutive awards, high-potential participants may be fast-tracked to EarthON Gurukul, a structured acceleration program. This program provides mentorship, growth support, and access to a blended finance platform for potential equity or debt investment. Participants also gain continued visibility and networking opportunities with the climate investment community.
स्रोत
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