Startup Program

Supporting entrepreneurs with innovative technologies, products and services across the climate tech landscape.

The VERGE 22 Startup Program is for entrepreneurs, investors and accelerators committed to leveraging the power of technology to address the climate crisis. Join us to hear from leading climate tech startups, engage with industry experts in interactive sessions, and meet with top investors. VERGE is where the climate tech community gathers to accelerate leading-edge startups.

Key Topics:

Fundraising
Commercialization
HR/Hiring
Policy & Lobbying

Participants include professionals in:

Climate tech startups
VCs and Investors
Corporate venture and innovation
Investor Relations
Business Development
Policy liaisons

Accelerate at VERGE 22

Accelerate at VERGE 22 is a fast-pitch competition featuring entrepreneurs with innovative technologies, products and services in carbon, energy, food, transportation, or buildings. Selected finalists will pitch from the VERGE stage to thousands of business, government and thought leaders. Learn more and sign up to get notifications when we open applications for Accelerate at VERGE 22.

“ Innovative startups with new technologies have a critical role to play in creating the climate future we want for our world and generations to come. The time to act is now, and VERGE is the place to be for all the key players committed to accelerating these promising climate solutions. ”

Sherrie Totoki

Director, Startup Programs

GreenBiz Group

Startup Discount

We are pleased to offer startups a 40% discount off the VERGE 22 pass of your choice. This discount must be applied at the time of registration and cannot be applied retroactively. This discount may not be combined with other offers, including the group discount, GreenBiz registrations are non-refundable and non-transferable.

To apply the Startup discount, enter code V22STARTUP1 on the final payment page.

To qualify for the startup rate, the firm must have been in business for fewer than five years and have annual revenues not exceeding $10M.

The startup rate does not apply for sole proprietorships or consultancies. All registrants who apply the startup discount code will be subject to review after purchasing, and those who do not meet the requirements will be refunded and re-routed to the regular ticket price.