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Climate­Launch­pad

Got a green business idea? Then you should join ClimateLaunchpad! Whether you’re a new startup, a student, an engineer or something totally different doesn’t matter. And don’t worry if your idea is still only written on the back of a napkin. By joining ClimateLaunchpad, you will get all the skills and knowledge you need to kick-start your business.

Make sure to read the FAQs to learn more about the competition and see whether you’re eligible to participate.

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Applications are handled via the central ClimateLaunchpad website.

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Climate­Launchpad Global Partner

With focus on the European Region.

Climate­Launchpad Swiss Partner

Roadmap

This is the preliminary time frame. The dates are subject to change

May 29
Application Deadline

The application period will close May 29, 2026. Reviewed and approved applicants will gain access to the Online Mini-Course.

May & June
Online Mini-Course

In an Online Mini-Course, admitted applicants will individually prepare for the Boot Camp. The results of this course, together with the initial application, will be used to select the participants that continue on in the competition.

June 10-12
Boot Camp

In a virtual Boot Camp (three half-days, mornings, online) led by an experienced ClimateLaunchpad Trainer. The participants will learn how to build and improve their CLP pitch decks.

JUNE - AUGUST
Follow-Up Sessions

The Follow-Up Modules serve to support the participants in further refining their pitch decks for the Swiss National Finals. The participants work through them individually with support from the ClimateLaunchpad Switzerland Team. In between their will be opportunities for Q&As & the last module will be conducted as a pitch training session.

AUGUST 14
Swiss National Final

The Swiss National Final will take place. All Boot Camp participants will pitch in front of a jury and the three winning teams and the runner-up will be announced.

The winner (#1) of the National Final will receive travel sponsorship from ClimateLaunchpad, covering flights and accommodation to attend the Global Grand Final in Singapore

September
European Regional FINAL

The three winners of the Swiss National Final will participate in the virtual European Final. 

The top two start-ups from each Regional Final (Africa, Americas, Asia-Pacific, and Europe) will receive travel sponsorship and the opportunity to pitch at the Grand Final.

October 14
Global Grand Final in SiNgAPOre

Global Grand Final in Singapore where a total of 8 start-ups will be presenting their ideas on a global stage.

November
Startup Academy Guidance Program

The three winners of the Swiss National Finals are awarded direct entry into the Startup Guidance Program 
(according to their prizes)