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About

At Climate Seeders Club (CSC), we invest in early-stage climate-tech startups that are developing innovative, scalable, and impactful solutions to address global climate challenges.

What We Look For

Every startup goes through a rigorous multi-step evaluation to ensure we
support only the most promising and impactful ventures.

Strong Screening and Evaluation

We focus on sectors such as Energy Access, Clean Energy, Clean Mobility, Energy Efficiency, Carbon Tech, Sustainable Consumption, Waste, Resource Management, Clean Industry, AI/ML and Fintech

Raise between ₹25 lakhs to ₹20 crores

Be a part of our Next Pitch Day

If you are a startup working on cutting-edge technology in the climate space,
looking to raise funds we want to hear from you!

Syndicate Model

We follow a structured and transparent evaluation process to identify startups
with strong innovation, market potential, and measurable climate impact. 

Each application goes through multiple levels of review before being shortlisted.

01

Thorough Screening

We assess alignment with climate goals and innovation potential

02

Market & Tech Strength

Focus on scalability, traction and technology readiness

03

Impact & Team

Evaluate measurable climate outcomes and founder commitment and we assess alignment with climate goals and innovation potential

04

Selective Shortlisting

Only the top 2% of startups make it through our process

FAQ's

Find answers about our eligibility criteria, evaluation process, funding support, and
how we help early-stage climate tech ventures scale and connect with investors.

What types of startups does CSC invest in?

CSC focuses on early-stage, high-impact climate-tech startups operating in: 

  • EV peripherals & battery tech
  • Circular economy & sustainable materials
  • Agri-tech & food security
  • Water-tech & waste management
  • Carbon capture, storage, and utilization (CCUS)
What are the eligibility criteria for funding?

Startups should: 

  • Be India-focused or have a strong Indian market presence. 
  • Have scalable, innovative climate-tech solutions. 
  • Be at the pre-seed to Series A stage. 
  • Have a strong founding team and validated proof of concept (PoC). 
How can startups apply for funding?

Startups can apply through: 

  • Direct applications via CSC’s website. 
  • Referrals from incubators, accelerators, and ecosystem partners. 
  • Participation in Climate Tech Investment Series (CTIS) or other pitch days.
What support does CSC provide beyond funding?

CSC offers: 

  • Mentorship from experienced investors and industry leaders. 
  • Market access through investor and corporate partnerships. 
  • Ecosystem support, including networking, workshops, and funding rounds. 
Is there a fee for startups to apply?

No, there is no application fee for startups seeking funding from CSC. 

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