India Accelerator Program for Carbon Dioxide Removal (CDR) Startups

The India Accelerator Program for Carbon Dioxide Removal (CDR) Startups is an 8-month, two-stage initiative by Remove Global. It is designed to support entrepreneurs working in the nascent carbon dioxide removal space, with a strong emphasis on local context and science-based solutions. The program is not-for-profit and exclusively focuses on CDR. It provides coaching, connections to a global community of experts, buyers, and funders, and offers non-dilutive funding up to €15,000 (approximately ₹15 lakh) in the second 'Leap' stage. The grant is recoverable, meaning startups that perform well are encouraged to pay it back to support future CDR entrepreneurs.

• 8-month, two-stage program exclusively for Carbon Dioxide Removal startups in India.
• Non-dilutive grant of up to €15,000 (approx. ₹15 lakh) in the Leap stage.
• Grant is recoverable – successful startups are encouraged to repay to help future cohorts.
• Access to global community of CDR experts, buyers, and funders.
• Not-for-profit program emphasizing science-based and collaborative solutions.
• Requires founders to own at least 70% of shares.

Startups must have their core focus on Carbon Dioxide Removal (CDR). The solution must be sound and grounded in science. The company must be planning to or already be founded and located in India. Founders must own (or will own) at least 70% of the shares. Applicants should be willing to be an active part of the Indian CDR ecosystem.

India Accelerator Program for Carbon Dioxide Removal (CDR) Startups is open to startups at any stage. It is open to startups registered anywhere in India.

India Accelerator Program for Carbon Dioxide Removal (CDR) Startups accepts applications on a rolling basis — there is no fixed cut-off date, so eligible startups can apply at any time. Because rolling programmes can pause without notice, confirm the window is still open on the official site before you start.

• Non-dilutive grant of up to €15,000 (approx. ₹15 lakh) in the 'Leap' stage.
• Coaching tailored to the CDR space.
• Connections to a global community of CDR experts, buyers, and funders.
• The grant is recoverable – startups that do well are encouraged to repay it to support future cohorts.

India Accelerator Program for Carbon Dioxide Removal (CDR) Startups is offered by Remove Global, a non-profit foundation. It is delivered directly by Remove Global as a grant. You can verify current details and timelines on the provider's official website before applying.

The program is structured in two stages:

• First stage (4 months): Founders receive coaching and mentorship to validate their CDR approach.
• Second stage 'Leap' (4 months): Selected startups receive non-dilutive funding of up to €15,000 and deeper integration with the global CDR ecosystem.

Before you apply to India Accelerator Program for Carbon Dioxide Removal (CDR) Startups, keep the following documents ready:

• A pitch deck or short business plan describing the problem, product and traction
• Company registration documents and PAN
• Founder identification (PAN / Aadhaar) and brief profiles
• Recent financial statements or projections
• Product details — a demo, prototype or working link if available

Exact requirements are confirmed on the official application portal — treat this as a preparation checklist.

India Accelerator Program for Carbon Dioxide Removal (CDR) Startups is best suited for startups in India seeking non-dilutive funding of ₹15L. If that describes your startup, review the eligibility criteria above before applying.