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AI for Nature and Climate

North America and LATAM - Hybrid
Ten Weeks
Seed to Series A

A ten-week accelerator program for Seed to Series A technology startups based in North America and LATAM, bringing the best of Google to startups working toward nature protection, conservation, and restoration.

North America and LATAM - Hybrid
Ten Weeks
Seed to Series A

Mark Your Calendars: Applications Open March 3

About the program

About the program

A global series of programs
Each cohort of 10-15 startups comes together to tackle technical challenges that can help grow their businesses through a mix of remote and in-person, 1-to-1, group learning sessions, and sprint projects.

Dedicated expert help
Founders outline the top technical challenges for their startup, and are paired with experts from Google and the industry to solve those challenges and grow their business.

Specialist deep dives
Accelerators include deep dives and workshops focused on product design, customer acquisition, and leadership development for founders.

Cloud program offerings
Eligible participants receive up to $350,000 in Google Cloud credits, dedicated support from startup experts, technical training and access to key industry events. Find out more.

Additionally, participants are eligible to receive 30 days of free Cloud TPU access through the TPU Research Cloud program to accelerate their open-source machine learning research. Find out more.

Key benefits

  • Equity-free support

    Equity-free support: For duration of program.

  • Mentoring

    Dedicated mentoring from Google teams.

  • Training

    Exclusive invitations to technical bootcamps hosted by Google where offered.

  • Access to experts

    Access to Google's network of industry experts.

  • Google product credits

    Eligible startups receive product credits.

  • Early access

    Access to new Google products and tools as relevant.

  • Strategic support

    Support on company and product strategy.

  • Technical project partnership

    Work hand in hand with experts from Google on your biggest tech challenges.

Entry Criteria

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Entry Criteria

  • Startups demonstrating traction, ideally between Seed and Series A stage
  • Building a scalable product or service with a significant total addressable market and defensible growth model
  • Deeply technical, preferably leveraging technologies like machine learning and AI for the measurement, monitoring, protection, and/or restoration of nature
  • Commitment from CTO and/or technical roles to participate and engage in required program sessions
  • We are committed to building accelerator classes with great startups, and encourage applications from all qualified startups

Key dates

  • March 3, 2025

    Applications Open

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  • March 31, 2025

    Applications Close

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  • May, 2025

    Program Kick-off

  • August, 2025

    Graduation

  • August, 2025

    Demo Day

Meet our mentors

The technical content on our daily-use products is a priceless resource. Moreover, the program increases our visibility and improves our ability to connect with potential investors.

Christian Peña Co-Founder & CTO, Lemu

Frequently asked questions

When will the program run?

Google for Startups Accelerator: AI for Nature and Climate will kick-off in April 2025. The cohort will consist of up to 15 technology startups headquartered in North America or LATAM.

What is the format of the program?

The Accelerator runs for a period of ten weeks with a mix of remote and in-person, 1-to-1, group learning sessions, sprint projects and mentorship. As part of the Google for Startups Accelerator, selected founders outline the top technical challenges facing their startup, and are then paired with relevant experts from Google to help solve those challenges. Participating startups receive deep mentorship on technical challenges with an emphasis on data, machine learning, artificial intelligence, as well as connections to relevant teams from across Google.

Who should apply to the Google for Startups Accelerator: AI Nature and Climate?

The Google for Startups Accelerator: AI for Nature and Climate is best suited for revenue-generating Seed to Series A technology startups based in North America and LATAM. The Accelerator is designed to bring the best of Google’s programs, products, people, network and technology to those who are working toward nature protection, conservation, and restoration.

Does the program culminate in any final event - like a pitch competition?

At the end of the program, startups will take part in closing celebrations and Demo Day. Founders will also have the opportunity to share their startup/products with cohort-mates, Google senior leaders, members of our investor mentor network, and other teams around Alphabet. It is mandatory for each startup to participate in Demo Day and respond to audience questions.

Does Google maintain relationships with the founders who participate?

We like to follow the journey of our Accelerator Alumni. Upon graduation, founders will join our Americas Accelerator Alumni Community with continued access to Google experts and programming.

Additionally, a big part of our Accelerator programming focuses on helping founders build impactful networks, so Google mentors often continue cultivating relationships with participants after the formal Accelerator program wraps. We also tap into alumni for speaking opportunities at Google or otherwise and have also asked them to return the favour and become mentors themselves.

What are the criteria to receive product credits, and what does "eligible for product credits" mean?

Startups must meet specific criteria to be eligible for Google product credit offerings. To learn more about the Google Cloud credit eligibility requirements, please visit the Google Cloud startup page.

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