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Undaunted has a number of programmes open for application, aimed at climate innovators at different stages of their entreprenurial journey. Scroll down to see our current opportunities.
The Greenhouse
The Greenhouse is a 12-month accelerator supporting early-stage (“pre-seed”) startups and spinouts with high potential deeptech, fintech, cleantech solutions to tackle climate change. It helps them get investor-ready and boost their commercial success.
Deadline: 10 April 2026
Who should apply?
> Founders tackling climate change with science- or tech-based innovations – including deep-tech
> Startups and spinouts at early-stage (pre-seed or seed)
> Ventures that are UK-based – companies registered in the UK or willing to do so
> Teams that are able to attend in-person sessions in London
What startups get
> 12-month support programme to move from lab to commercial traction
> Office space in the White City Innovation District
> Imperial College London’s world class facilities, expertise, and network
> Coaches and mentors from experienced entrepreneurs & industry experts
EarthScale
EarthScale is a UK-wide 12-month programme supporting IP-rich climate tech ventures to scale, navigate manufacturing and raise Series A funding. Each venture receives a bespoke programme of support based on needs.
Deadline: 13 April 2026
Who should apply?
What startups get
Each startup receives a tailored venture diagnostic to develop a bespoke programme of support. This could
include:
> Access to cutting-edge labs, facilities and technical expertise across the UK, including via pre-paid innovation vouchers from participating universities.
> Investor introductions, one-to-one investment readiness coaching, and workshops on topics such as financial modelling and non-dilutive funding.
> Guidance on hiring strategy and attracting the right senior talent.
> Opportunities to engage with high-level policymakers and experts on certifications, procurement and regulatory hurdles.
CDR Accelerator
The Carbon Dioxide Removal (CDR) Accelerator is designed specifically for greenhouse gas removal, or carbon dioxide removal (GGR/CDR) companies, focusing on the unique challenges facing GGR startups as they move from lab to market.
Deadline: 19 April 2026
Who should apply?
The company must be UK-incorporated or willing to register immediately upon selection. Founders don’t need to be London-based, but the business must have a UK-based HQ and be able to attend in-person sessions at Imperial/Oxford locations when required.
The founder(s) must also commit to six months of programming.
We recognise the value of diversity in innovation and acknowledge the current underrepresentation in the climate tech sector. We actively encourage applications from women, Black and other minority ethnic groups, disabled persons, and people from all backgrounds.
What startups get
The programme includes:
Bespoke GGR/CDR workshops (carbon insurance, dMRV, TEA, policy and regulation, capital stack, certifications)
Access to Greenhouse core modules (customer discovery, product and tech, commercial models, IP, fundraising)
1-to-1 mentoring and expert office hours
Investor connections and corporate introductions
Networking events and a Founders Retreat
Cross-pollination with GGR/CDR startups across the wider CO2RE portfolio
The CIC
The Climate Investment Challenge (CIC) – a global fintech competition – calls on university students to identify untapped climate finance opportunities and develop innovative financial structures or instruments that improve the bankability of climate investments.
Deadline: 16 March 2026
Who should apply?
> Teams consist of 2-6 members, with at least one member being a postgraduate student enrolled in an MSc, MBA, PhD programme, or equivalent.
> Teams can consist of members from the same university or a variety of universities.
> Solutions must be original to those in the team (i.e., you cannot pitch a solution which a company or platform has already developed).
MSc Cleantech Innovation
This hands-on, interdisciplinary course is designed to equip aspiring climate entrepreneurs with the skills and knowledge necessary to create revolutionary cleantech innovation, delivered as a partnership between Imperial’s Grantham Institute – Climate Change and the Environment and Dyson School of Design Engineering.