Call for Applications: IRENA NewGen Renewable Energy Accelerator (NewGen) Program 2025 for Youth-led Start-Ups
The International Renewable Energy Agency is launching the IRENA NewGen Renewable Energy Accelerator (NewGen) for the third year in a row in partnership with Enel Foundation and Social Alpha. IRENA can now support youth-led start-ups, scale-ups, and growth businesses to foster their growth and business acceleration. Join this four-month hybrid acceleration program to work closely with renewable energy and business experts to consolidate your business model, widen your customer base and enhance your investment readiness.
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Requirements
- Call for applications is open to young entrepreneurs between 18 and 35 years old from all over the world.
- At least one founder of the start-up to be below the age of 35.
- At least two of the start-up founders are committed to 16 hrs each month for attending the accelerator sessions.
- Start-up main business line should be in the following categories:
- Renewable Energy technologies (solar, wind, hydropower, green hydrogen, geothermal, and bio energy)
- Climate adaptation technologies (water, agriculture, livestock, extreme weather events, early warning system)
- Climate Mitigation technologies (transportation, decarbonization, circular economy, energy efficiency, energy transformation, and smart grids)
- At least two of the start-up founders are committed by 16 hrs each month for attending the accelerator sessions.
Application Process:
- Download the Application Form Template and Startup Profile PowerPoint to be used only in drafting your answers.
- Only applications received via the link below until 10 May 2025 will be considered.
Deadline: May 10, 2025