CLIMATE PITCH
A Grant Funding Platform for Early-stage Startups in Climate Tech
Theme – Adaptation and Resilience
Last Date to Apply – 04 Jun 2026
About Climate Pitch
Climate Pitch is a grant platform by the Climate Collective Foundation, designed to channel catalytic capital into high-potential climate tech startups. The platform is supported by Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) funding and philanthropic capital.
Aim
Support climate tech startups in securing short-term funding until they qualify for long-term financing.
Mission
Climate Pitch is dedicated to advancing these ventures, promoting innovative solutions for sustainability.
Grant Utilization
Working capital needs, Product development/testing, running pilot projects
Climate Pitch Showcase
The pitch event is proposed to showcase promising climate tech startups seeking grant support
Upcoming Edition Showcase:
Startups featured: 12 high-potential climate tech startups
Format: Startup pitches followed by Q&A sessions
Grant Support: Up to Rs 20 Lakhs
Grant recipients: 8 startups
July 2025
Application Deadline
Aug 2025
Pitch readiness program of shortlisted startups
Sep 2025
Pitch event
Oct 2025
Selection of Grant Recipients
Dec 2025
Disbursement of Grants*
*Exact dates will be communicated via email to shortlisted participants
Our Offerings
Pitch Readiness Preparation
Mentoring Sessions
Impact reporting
Eligibility Criteria
Be a for-profit organization.
Be at the early-stage, specifically the Prototype/
Pilot Stage.
Have revenues ranging from INR 0 to 50 lakhs.
Be incorporated in India.
Startups should be incorporated in 2019 or later
We are committed to building an inclusive ecosystem and strongly encourage women founders to apply and lead climate innovation.
Theme
ADAPTATION & RESILIENCE
Climate-Resilient Agriculture & Food Systems
Precision Agriculture
IoT sensors, Enhanced input management, vertical farming
Alternative Proteins & Sustainable Food
Plant-based, cultivated meat, insect protein
Drought-Resistant Crops/Agri-Biotech
Gene-edited seeds, regenerative agriculture
Water Security & Management
Desalination & Water Recycling
Solar desalination, wastewater-to-drinking water
Coastal & Riverine Protection
Wetland restoration, seawalls
Built Environment & Urban Resilience
Climate-Resilient Buildings
Passive cooling, flood-proof infrastructure, low-carbon materials
Cooling & Heat Stress Solutions
Efficient cooling & heating, District cooling, urban tree cover, reflective roofing
Extreme Weather Early Warning Systems
Forecasting, community response networks
Winners of Climate Pitch 2025
Previous Winners
Testimonials
Become a Partner
We are currently seeking engagement from corporations and foundations interested in providing support. We also invite other Enterprise Support Organisations to leverage this platform to support their startups.
We have plenty of opportunities to collaborate and
work together!
Partners
