{"id":7819,"date":"2023-06-08T11:39:56","date_gmt":"2023-06-08T09:39:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/solareyesinternational.com\/?p=7819"},"modified":"2023-06-08T11:40:03","modified_gmt":"2023-06-08T09:40:03","slug":"google-for-startups-accelerator-climate-change","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/solareyesinternational.com\/google-for-startups-accelerator-climate-change\/","title":{"rendered":"Google for Startups Accelerator: Climate Change"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Applications are now open for Google for Startups Accelerator: Climate Change. Google for Startups Accelerator: Climate Change is a 10-week equity-free accelerator program for Seed to Series A startups based in Middle East and Africa. The accelerator aims to connect the best of Google&#8217;s products and people to climate change and clean technology innovators across the region building with Cloud Services.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_64 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title \" >Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/solareyesinternational.com\/google-for-startups-accelerator-climate-change\/#About_Google_for_Startups_Accelerator_Climate_Change\" title=\"About Google for Startups Accelerator: Climate Change\">About Google for Startups Accelerator: Climate Change<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/solareyesinternational.com\/google-for-startups-accelerator-climate-change\/#Key_Benefits_for_Google_for_Startups_Accelerator_Climate_Change\" title=\"Key Benefits for Google for Startups Accelerator: Climate Change\">Key Benefits for Google for Startups Accelerator: Climate Change<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/solareyesinternational.com\/google-for-startups-accelerator-climate-change\/#Entry_Criteria\" title=\"Entry Criteria\">Entry Criteria<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/solareyesinternational.com\/google-for-startups-accelerator-climate-change\/#Frequently_asked_questions_for_Google_for_Startups_Accelerator_Climate_Change\" title=\"Frequently asked&nbsp;questions for Google for Startups Accelerator: Climate Change\">Frequently asked&nbsp;questions for Google for Startups Accelerator: Climate Change<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/solareyesinternational.com\/google-for-startups-accelerator-climate-change\/#FOLLOW_US_ON_SOCIAL_MEDIA\" title=\"FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIA\">FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIA<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"About_Google_for_Startups_Accelerator_Climate_Change\"><\/span>About Google for Startups Accelerator: Climate Change<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Google for Startups Accelerator: Climate Change<\/strong>&nbsp;is a 10-week, equity-free hybrid program for Seed to Series A startups tackling Climate Change with tech. In partnership with&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/cloud.google.com\/\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Google Cloud<\/a>, the Middle East and Africa program helps high-potential startups based in Middle East and Africa grow with the best of Google through a mix of in-person and virtual activities, 1:1 mentoring, and group learning sessions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In addition to mentorship, The Google for Startups Accelerator: Climate Change program features deep dives and workshops focused on product design, business growth, and leadership development. Selected startups will also benefit from dedicated Google Cloud technical expertise and receive credits via the Google for Startups Cloud Program.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/solareyesinternational.com\/biden-administration-proposes-30-climate-change-tax-on-cryptocurrency-mining-good-or-bad\/\">Biden Administration Proposes 30% Climate Change Tax on Cryptocurrency Mining: Good or Bad?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img data-dominant-color=\"978079\" data-has-transparency=\"true\" style=\"--dominant-color: #978079;\" loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"584\" src=\"https:\/\/solareyesinternational.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Google-for-Startups-Accelerator-Climate-Change-1024x584.png\" alt=\"Google for Startups Accelerator: Climate Change\" class=\"has-transparency wp-image-7823\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Google for Startups Accelerator: Climate Change<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Key_Benefits_for_Google_for_Startups_Accelerator_Climate_Change\"><\/span><span contenteditable=\"false\" style=\"color: var(--body-fcolor); font-family: var(--body-family); font-size: var(--body-fsize); font-style: var(--body-font-style); font-weight: var(--body-fweight); letter-spacing: var(--body-letter-spacing); text-transform: var(--body-transform); pointer-events: none; user-select: none;\"><\/span>Key Benefits for Google for Startups Accelerator: Climate Change<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Equity-free &#8211; 10 weeks of equity-free support.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Training &#8211; Boost your knowledge of GCP, machine learning, product development, marketing, leadership and more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Founder Network &#8211; Connect and get support from fellow founders as a part of Google for Startups alumni network.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>1:1 Mentoring  &#8211; Receive tailored product and leadership support from Google mentors and industry experts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\ufeff<a href=\"https:\/\/solareyesinternational.com\/does-cleaning-solar-panels-make-a-difference\/\">Does Cleaning Solar Panels Make a Difference?<\/a><span data-rich-text-placeholder=\"Type \/ to choose a block\" contenteditable=\"false\" style=\"pointer-events:none;user-select:none;-webkit-user-select:none;-moz-user-select:none;-ms-user-select:none;\"><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Google product support and advice &#8211; Learn product tips and tricks directly from the Googlers who built them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Product credits &#8211; Google product credits for your tech stack.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Entry_Criteria\"><\/span>Entry Criteria<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Startups demonstrating traction, ideally between Seed and Series A stage.<br>Building a scalable product or service with a significant total addressable market and defensible growth model.<br>Focusing on sustainable technology climate solutions, cleantech and green energy.<br>Deeply technical, preferably leveraging technologies like Machine Learning and AI.<br>Commitment from CTO and\/or technical roles to participate and engage in required program sessions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_asked_questions_for_Google_for_Startups_Accelerator_Climate_Change\"><\/span>Frequently asked&nbsp;questions for Google for Startups Accelerator: Climate Change<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Do you take equity or a fee to be a part of this program? The Google for Startups Accelerator: Climate Change program is completely free for all participating startups, and Google does not take any equity. Please note that we do require all founders (CEO &amp; CTO) and appropriate team members to be available to join all elements of the program.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>What does the hybrid format mean? The program runs in a hybrid format for Middle East and Africa. The events will start with a virtual kick-off in August 2023, followed by virtual training bootcamps, 1:1 mentoring, and experiences, and an in-person demo day and graduation in October 2023.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>What is the structure of the program? Through a combination of 1-to-1 and 1-to-many learning sessions, startups will receive mentoring from experienced engineers and business experts from Google and the wider ecosystem throughout the program. This support will be specifically tailored to the needs of the startups&#8217; businesses. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Along with being paired with specialized Startup Success Managers (SSM) from Google, participants will also receive further training on how to use our best practices, tools, and personnel. At the end of the program, the cohort will present their achievements in a Demo Day in front of Google teams, mentors, investors, partners and key stakeholders from the Middle East and Africa startup ecosystems. After the program ends, startups will continue to receive support via the Google for Startups Accelerator Alumni program &amp; network.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When will the program run? Google for Startups Accelerator: Climate Change (for startups in Middle East and Africa) will kick off in August 2023 and run through October 2023. Please do not apply if you are not available to participate during these dates.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Who should apply to Google for Startups Accelerator: Climate Change? The program is open to Seed to Series A stage, tech startups based in Middle East and Africa that are building innovative green technology solutions to tackle climate change. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\ufeff<a href=\"https:\/\/solareyesinternational.com\/20-interesting-facts-about-solar-energy-you-probably-dont-know-them\/\">20 INTERESTING FACTS ABOUT SOLAR ENERGY \u2013 you probably don\u2019t know them<\/a><span data-rich-text-placeholder=\"Type \/ to choose a block\" contenteditable=\"false\" style=\"pointer-events:none;user-select:none;-webkit-user-select:none;-moz-user-select:none;-ms-user-select:none;\"><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Google for Startups Accelerators are best suited for revenue generating startups with a minimum of five or more employees. Founders (CEO &amp; CTO) and appropriate team members must be available to join all elements of the program. In order to ensure Google can provide meaningful value, startups should aim to leverage either Cloud or AI\/ML technologies in their product, service, or operations and\/or show an interest in leveraging these technologies in the future.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Deadline:<\/strong> 07 July 2023<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/startup.google.com\/accelerator\/climate-change\/middle-east-africa\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">OFFICIAL APPLICATION LINK<\/a> <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"follow-us-on-social-media\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FOLLOW_US_ON_SOCIAL_MEDIA\"><\/span>FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIA<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Follow us on&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/company\/solareyes-international\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><mark>LINKEDIN<\/mark><\/a>,&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/SolarEyesInt\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><mark>FACEBOOK<\/mark><\/a>,&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/t.me\/+Y5UixY8F8uk0YjM0\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><mark>TELEGRAM GROUP<\/mark><\/a>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/chat.whatsapp.com\/HT9fKgRISE3CmUQDu88bAl\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">WHATSAPP<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>*** ALSO CHECK:<\/em>&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/solareyesinternational.com\/how-to-size-a-solar-system\/\">HOW TO SIZE A SOLAR SYSTEM \u2013 5 clear steps anyone can follow<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/solareyesinternational.com\/how-to-size-a-solar-inverter\/\">HOW TO SIZE A SOLAR INVERTER<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/solareyesinternational.com\/how-to-start-a-solar-company\/\">HOW TO START A SOLAR COMPANY \u2013 do these 6 things and make money through solar<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/solareyesinternational.com\/how-to-identify-fake-solar-products\/\">How to Identify Fake Solar Products<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/solareyesinternational.com\/solar-panel-losses-all-you-need-to-know-tips-on-how-to-avoid-them\/\">SOLAR PANEL LOSSES: All you Need to Know + Tips on how to avoid them<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/solareyesinternational.com\/solar-pv-module-manufacturing-process-explained-from-solar-cells-to-solar-panel\/\">SOLAR PV MODULE MANUFACTURING PROCESS EXPLAINED \u2013 from solar cells to solar panel<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/solareyesinternational.com\/10-surprising-ways-solar-energy-can-save-you-money-today\/\">10 Surprising Ways Solar Energy Can Save You Money Today!<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/solareyesinternational.com\/opportunities-for-solar-energy-development-in-europe\/\">Opportunities for Solar Energy Development in Europe<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/solareyesinternational.com\/free-tools-to-use-for-solar-panel-tilt-angle-calculation-and-installation-for-any-location\/\">FREE TOOLS to use for Solar Panel Tilt Angle Calculation and Installation \u2013 for any location<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/solareyesinternational.com\/how-solar-panels-can-increase-your-home-value\/\">How Solar Panels Can Increase Your Home Value<\/a><span contenteditable=\"false\" style=\"color: var(--body-fcolor); 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