Climate Tech Catalyst - Vietnam and Beyond (2026 cohort, Agriculture and Circular Economy track)
A programme by Vietnam Silicon Valley (Vietnam Silicon Valley)
A cross-border acceleration programme for climate-tech startups in agriculture and circular economy, delivered with MYSC and VSV Capital.
At a glance
| Best for | Climate-tech startups and SMEs in agriculture or circular economy with a Vietnam link |
|---|---|
| Stage | MVP, Growth |
| Cost | No equity |
| Run with | VSV Capital, MYSC, GGGI, KOICA, Ministry of Finance of Viet Nam |
About Climate Tech Catalyst - Vietnam and Beyond (2026 cohort, Agriculture and Circular Economy track)
Climate Tech Catalyst - Vietnam and Beyond is a cross-border acceleration programme for climate-tech startups. The 2026 cohort covers agriculture and circular economy. The 2027 cohort covers renewable energy and clean transport. The programme is described as equity-free.
What you get
- A market exploration trip in Hanoi and an international fundraising trip to Seoul
- Curated investor and corporate matching
- A Demo Day with investors, corporates and ecosystem stakeholders
- Post-Demo Day support on deal conversion
Who can apply
- Climate-tech startups and SMEs at MVP, pilot or growth stage
- Operating in agriculture or in circular economy and waste management
- Based in Vietnam, or with a clear plan to set up local presence or partnerships there
- Clear climate or environmental impact
How to apply: apply through the programme site. A pitch deck is required. Questions go to climatetechcatalyst@vsvcapital.com.vn. The application closing date is not confirmed on the programme's pages.
Where to apply
Other VSV programmes
- VSV Capital Accelerator (Bootcamp)A 4-month bootcamp in Hanoi for pre-seed and seed stage startups. Selected teams receive cash in exchange for equity.
- VSV Capital Venture FundA venture fund that invests in technology startups at the early stages, with no industry limits. You pitch the fund; you do not apply.
- Global Acceleration Program for Startups (2018-2023)A past programme (2018 to 2023) that helped Korean startups advance their business in Vietnam. Closed.