Accelerating Sustainability &
Climate Tech Startups
gener8tor runs several programs focused on investing in and supporting startups at the forefront of our climate and environmental crises.
Explore all opportunities below.
Our Investment Sustainability Accelerators
We are a nationally ranked accelerator that invests in high-growth startups and are one of the most active early-stage climate-tech investors in the country. gener8tor provides a concierge accelerator experience where we focus all of our time, energy and network on you. We support the growth of our startups through our network of experienced mentors, technologists, corporate partners, angel investors and venture capitalists. Each investment program runs for 12-weeks.
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Cox Cleantech Accelerator
Industry-agonostic program in partnership with Cox Enterprises supports early-stage climate technology companies.
Terms: $100,000 investment directly into the current round (if raising) or uncapped convertible bridge note to be converted into the next round (if not currently raising)
Location: In-person in Atlanta, GA
Application Deadline: November 17th, 2024
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U.S. Venture Sustainability Accelerator
Program in partnership with U.S. Venture supports early-stage sustainability and mobility companies.
Terms: $100,000 investment directly into the current round (if raising) or uncapped convertible bridge note to be converted into the next round (if not currently raising)
Location: Hybrid program based in Appleton, WI
Application Deadline: January 5th, 2025
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CO.LAB Sustainable Mobility Accelerator
Program in partnership with CO.LAB supports startups at the forefront of sustainable mobility.
Terms: $20K directly into your current round with an additional $100K potential
Location: Hybrid program based in Chattanooga, TN
Application Deadline: January 27th, 2025
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BEAM Circular Accelerator
BEAM - Program in partnership with Beam Circular supports bioeconomy startups with capital, coaching, and connections. Program supports bioeconomy startups with capital, coaching, and connections.
Terms: $30K of non-dilutive funding from BEAM Circular + option of seeking up to $100K of equity investment
Location: Hybrid program based in North San Joaquin Valley, CA
Application Deadline: November 17th, 2024
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Carbon Removal Accelerator
Program for early-stage carbon capture technologies and carbon dioxide removal (CDR) systems.
Terms: Up to $100K investment
Location: Hybrid program based in Chicago, IL
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Great Lakes Resilience Accelerator
Program for startups developing carbon sequestration, hazard mitigation and coastal resilience, and ecosystem services.
Terms: $100K in Non-Dilutive Funding
Location: In-person in Chicago, IL
Application Deadline: January 27th, 2025
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Illinois AgTech Accelerator
Designed for high-growth agricultural and food technology companies.
Terms: $100,000 investment directly into the current round (if raising) or uncapped convertible bridge note to be converted into the next round (if not currently raising)
Location: Hybrid program based in Champaign, IL
Our Sustainability Portfolio
Founder Testimonials
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“I can’t understate how fortunate I am to have a trusted, passionate and dedicated extended team through gener8tor. The Sustainability team essentially acts as another founder for us and we wouldn’t be where we are today without them.”
Shingai Samudzi, CEO, Asoba
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“I really can’t express enough gratitude for the opportunities provided by the gener8tor program. We’re plugged into a huge support network, and have been able to really refine and modify our business model and growth plans in a way that would not have been possible if we we’re building on our own”
Tiya Gordon & Nathan King, Co-Founders, itselectric
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“The network, opportunities and coaching the gener8tor Sustainability team provides is in a class of its own. Extremely happy with the small cohorts, concierge program and growth-focused support. Would 100% recommend this accelerator to any other climate-tech founder.”
Lily Wang, CEO and Co-Founder, Demi
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"I have been evangelizing this program. The passion with which they pound the pavement for this cohort and support us from our corner is SIGNIFICANT... 13/10 this has been a great experience."
Sophia Wennstedt, CEO and Co-Founder, blip energy
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"The gener8tor sustainability accelerator provided the highest quality support to our startup at a pivotal moment. It allowed us to take a pause and reflect on our direction and future impact and then truly propelled us forward faster than ever before. We are so grateful for that experience and would recommend it to any early startup looking to make the next step."
Claire Pluard, Co-Founder, Carbon Yield
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"The CO.LAB Sustainable Mobility Accelerator powered by gener8tor is an incredible program that has been instrumental in propelling our startup forward. The structured mentorship, comprehensive resources and introductions throughout the City have been invaluable. We highly recommend the CO.LAB sustainable Mobility Accelerator to any mobility startup aiming to make a real impact."
Joshua Ward, Co-Founder and CEO, Terminus
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"The CO.LAB Sustainable Mobility Accelerator powered by gener8tor was instrumental in sharpening our go-to-market strategy and equipping us with essential tools and training to successfully transition from initial pilots to securing paying contracts. Donna, our trusted program director, provided invaluable guidance throughout, including expert negotiation support with VCs that unlocked additional funding post-program. We are immensely grateful to CO.LAB, Donna, and the entire gener8tor team for their unwavering support and strategic insights."
Abhishek Sastri, Co-founder & CEO, FLUIX AI
Some of Our Mentors
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Garry Cooper
Rheaply
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Chris Wu
Impact Engine
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Kim Zou
Climate Tech VC
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Matthew McGraw
Anthropocene Ventures
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Jackie Ros
Matereal
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Jen Singh
The Understory
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Swarnav Pujari
Climate Builders
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Matt Sacks
Lightbank
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Judy Li
Energy Foundry
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Meryl Breidbart
At One Ventures
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Tem Tumurbat
Nomadic Venture Partners
The gener8tor Sustainability Team
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Andrew Schmitz
Managing Director, U.S. Venture Sustainability Accelerator
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Donna Ehart
Managing Director, CO.LAB Sustainable Mobility Accelerator
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Jack Marck
Managing Director, BEAM Circular Accelerator
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Miguel Granier
Managing Director,
Cox Cleantech Accelerator -
Soham Dalal
Managing Director, Carbon Removal Accelerator
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Dexter Artienda
Director,
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Emma Snyder
Program Manager, U.S. Venture Sustainability Accelerator
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Hannah Turner
Program Director,
Cox Cleantech Accelerator -
Rosimar Nieves
Program Manager, CO.LAB Sustainable Mobility Accelerator
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Ryan Jeffery
Senior Managing Director, Sustainability
Join Our Newsletter!
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We believe that solving one of our gravest challenges is a critical responsibility, but also an unprecedented opportunity. It will require the brightest and the boldest to come together, roll up their sleeves and do the hard things that solving the greatest problems necessitate. It will require passionate founders with grit, determination and curiosity. And most of all, it will require a belief that a better future is not only possible, but essential.
We can't wait to join this journey with you.