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True Zero Global Prize 2026
Worldwide climate-startup competition awarding USD 75,000 across two sustainability ventures.
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Funding amount
USD 75,000 total prizes: USD 50,000 first prize and USD 25,000 second prize
Scheme
True Zero Global Prize
Open for
Applications are reported as open worldwide, allowing Indian founders to apply directly. Applications are submitted online through F6S.
Deadline
Applications close 28 September 2026
About the Program
The True Zero Global Prize is a worldwide competition operated by SparkLabs Group to identify and fund companies developing climate, sustainability, planetary-health and regenerative-technology solutions.
Eligibility requirements
- Startups and entrepreneurial teams must be developing solutions related to sustainability, regenerative technology, planetary health or associated climate challenges.
- Applicants should provide information about their technology, business and environmental impact. A pitch deck may be requested through the application form.
- Detailed incorporation and stage restrictions are not publicly specified.
Offerings / Benefits
- USD 50,000 first-place prize.
- USD 25,000 second-place prize.
- Exposure to SparkLabs Group's international investment and startup network.
- Visibility among investors, founders and climate-technology partners.
- Any investment rights or follow-on investment terms beyond the prizes are not publicly specified.
Sectors supported
Carbon reduction, renewable energy, energy efficiency, energy storage, transportation, climate technology, regenerative technology, sustainability and planetary health.CleanTechClimate & ClimateTechEnergy & RenewablesMobility & TransportationRenewable Energy TechnologySustainability
Selection process
- Applications are evaluated through the competition process. Detailed scoring criteria, interview stages and finalist numbers are not specified in the accessible announcement.
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