Advancing the Future of Sustainability: Where Innovation Becomes Reality
Shaping Greener Economies
Lead the Transformation in Sustainability
Join us as we shape the future of Sustainability through invaluable ideas and groundbreaking innovations! Be a part of the ClimateTech World Cup, showcase your talents, create global connections, and unlock superior growth. Be a witness to the green revolution that will transform the future of Sustainability.
Hosted by the DIFC and organised by Trescon, this pitch competition provides startups an opportunity to become global leaders and redefine the future of Sustainability.
Opportunities & Rewards in Sustainability
Mentorship &
Networking
Global
Exposure
Winner Award &
Recognition
A Boost to
Your Startup
Trescon
Credits
Free Startup Pods for
Top Finalists
ClimateTech World Cup Finalists
Dates to Remember
1st Qualifier Round – 21 August, 2024
2nd Qualifier Round – TBA
Grand Finale – 5 December, 2024
2nd Qualifier Round – TBA
Grand Finale – 5 December, 2024
Competition Categories
Competing startups will showcase innovations across the 8 Core pillars of Sustainability:
Sustainability Startups: Sustainable Banking & Finance, Sustainable Infrastructure & Construction, Sustainable Renewable & Future Energy, Sustainable Transportation & Mobility, Sustainable Manufacturing & Production, Sustainable Recycling & Waste Management, Sustainable Technology & Innovation, Sustainable Agriculture
Eligibility Criteria for Startups
- Must be in their idea or MVP stage, ideally bootstrapped, and in their pre-seed or seed stage.
- Revenue must not exceed $250K per annum.
- Open to all tech-enabled startups with a futuristic vision.
- Open to startups from around the globe.
- Must be able to attend in person and pitch live in Dubai.
Startups
Connect with top investors to secure crucial funding and take your tech innovation to the next level. Get an opportunity to gain valuable insights straight from industry leaders. Perfect opportunity to showcase your startup in the UAE’s expansive ecosystem with a substantial VC landscape and a massive $23 billion FDI.
Enterprises & Governments
Get an up-close look at the latest advancements in Sustainability. Explore strategic partnerships with innovative startups, and engage directly with tech leaders from around the globe. Get insider insights from visionaries to help you stay ahead of the curve. Foster those key partnerships and drive innovation.
Investors
Discover the finest selection of cutting-edge Sustainability projects. Get exclusive access to the best deal flow, and build a powerful investment network. Influence the green transformation by supporting the most promising startups. Become a part of the UAE’s booming Sustainability sector, with unlimited growth opportunities.
Dream. Innovate. Lead. Transform the Future of Sustainability.
Become a part of one of the biggest events in the Sustainability landscape and transform the future.
The ClimateTech World Cup starts with two qualification Rounds where startups from around the world get to showcase their Sustainability ideas. The qualifiers from both rounds will be the finalists who will attend the final event at the 2nd Annual Future Sustainability where the opportunities are endless. Future Sustainability Forum attracts top investors, venture capitalists, angel investors, and seasoned Sustainability experts from around the world. It’s your chance to witness brilliant startups pitch their innovative ideas, compete for investment funding, and become future leaders.
The future is here, and it starts with you.
Join us at the 2nd Annual Future Sustainability Forum to build connections, drive innovation, and shape greener economies.