CLP26 — El Salvador (43 ideas)

ClimateLaunchpad 2026 — El Salvador 🇸🇻

321solsv · Clean Energy

321solsv

Country: El Salvador · San Salvador Category: Clean Energy Impact Areas: Mitigation, Adaptation Stage: Sketches Team Size: 4 Website:


Elevator Pitch

321solsv is a living lab for tropical agrivoltaics. We integrate solar-powered irrigation, clean energy, and mycelium-based biomaterials to deliver water, food, and sustainable construction, validating three business lines in one demonstrative site.

Climate Problem

321solsv tackles water scarcity, fossil fuel dependence, and waste in the Central American dry corridor by integrating solar irrigation, agrivoltaics, and circular biomaterials to cut emissions and boost resilience.

Solution

321solsv offers a cross-cutting solution: solar-powered irrigation for water access, agrivoltaics for clean energy, and mycelium-based biomaterials. One demonstrative site validates all three business lines in practice.

Revenue Model

321solsv generates revenue through sales of solar-powered irrigation systems, food crops grown under agrivoltaics, and mycelium-based biomaterials, combining short-term cash flow with scalable clean energy and circular solutions.

Target Market

Smallholder farmers and rural communities in the Central American dry corridor needing affordable water, clean energy, and sustainable materials. Also any entity seeking to replace diesel/gasoline portable pumps with solar-powered alternatives.

Social Impact

Indigenous Peoples, People Living in Extreme Poverty, Women

Demand Evidence

Demand is clear from farmer and community feedback via a foundation partner, interest from cooperatives, and the urgent need to replace costly diesel/gasoline pumps. Water scarcity and new renewable energy laws confirm strong market pull.

Competitors

Competitors include solar pump distributors, agrivoltaic pilots, and conventional construction material suppliers. In El Salvador, none integrate clean energy, water access, and circular biomaterials, making 321solsv unique in its cross-cutting approach.

Founder Expertise

Our team includes a mechanical engineer with solar PV experience, a social worker for community engagement, an auditor for governance, and a skilled technician supporting field operations.

External Support

We engaged pump manufacturers for distribution, validated demand with farmers and communities via a third partner foundation, and gained interest from cooperatives. Supportive new laws on renewable energy and innovation in El Salvador strengthen our path.


Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 9796 Ingested: 2026-05-25

Acromantion aerodinamics · Transportation

Acromantion aerodinamics

Country: El Salvador · Michapa Category: Transportation Impact Areas: Adaptation, Circular Economy, Nature-Based Stage: Prototype Team Size: 2 Website:


Elevator Pitch

"Acromantion Aerodynamics develops modular vehicles to travel through the skies, merging technological innovation and accessibility into a new aerial mobility experience Inspirational and brief:
"Acromantion Aerodynamics is a visionary project .

Climate Problem

"We are creating awareness of clean, accessible transportation that allows people to reach unexplored places with unique biotechnology. A spacious vehicle designed for freelancers, independent business travelers, families, or celebrations, offering

Solution

"Our startup builds affordable aerial vehicles with clean tech and integrated safety apps, offering accessible, secure, and sustainable travel freedom across horizons."
We build affordable aerial vehicles with clean tech and a unique app that innovates

Revenue Model

"Our startup earns through vehicle sales and premium apps, delivering secure flight, unique comfort, and multi‑application features that redefine aerial travel for freelancers, families, and explorers."

Target Market

We address traffic and public transport challenges by creating an ambitious aerial vehicle system—safe, comfortable, and multi‑application, redefining urban mobility above the roads

Social Impact

People of African Descent, Indigenous Peoples, Roma - Sinti and Travelers, Persons Belonging to National or Ethnic - Religious and Linguistic Minorities, Migrants, Refugees - Asylum-seekers and Internally Displaced People, People Living in Extreme Poverty, Women, LGBTQI+ People

Demand Evidence

Our aerial vehicle project offers a clean, safe alternative to public transport, reducing traffic congestion by moving mobility to the skies with spacious, biotechnology‑driven design."

Competitors

Our competitors are companies developing aerial mobility and clean transport solutions. In my local area, there are no direct competitors yet, making this project unique

Founder Expertise

I bring expertise in clean technology, creative design, and aerodynamics, with experience in sustainable innovation and modular vehicle projects

External Support

"Support has not yet arrived, but I am determined to find sponsors who share the vision of clean, accessible, and limitless sky travel."


Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 8836 Ingested: 2026-05-25

Adaptacion de las descargas de lavadoras de uso domestico para reuso · Clean Industry

Adaptacion de las descargas de lavadoras de uso domestico para reuso

Country: El Salvador · San Salvador Category: Clean Industry Impact Areas: Circular Economy Stage: Ideation Team Size: 5 Website:


Elevator Pitch

Reuso domestico de aguas de lavado

Climate Problem

Escases de agua , mayor efiencia en la limpieza en general , reuso de agua gris y de productos de limpieza , como detergente y suavisante

Solution

Mejora la Economia circular de la poblacion en general que cuenta con lavadoras y se aplica tambien a las empresas , que realizan la operacion de lavado de ropa.

Revenue Model

Los hogares en general , tendran mas dinero disponible para uso en otras prioridades . El sector tecnico que trabaja con equipos de lavado tendra mas trabajo , para realizar la adaptacion.

Target Market

Hogares y empresas que buscan ahorro economico,sostenibilidad ambiental y soluciones ante el estres hidrico

Social Impact

Women

Demand Evidence

En reportes de tendencias de ahorro de productos de lavado y limpieza , de la poblacion en general ,

Competitors

Actualmente no tengo identificados competidores locales o en el area centroamericana

Founder Expertise

Se ha realizado estudios ambientales a las empresas y hay deficiencia en la realizacion de la Economia Circular , aplicado al lavado . Es decir el reuso no esta agotado

External Support

ninguno


Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 9066 Ingested: 2026-05-25

AgriVoltaic Dragón fruit · Food & Agriculture

AgriVoltaic Dragón fruit

Country: El Salvador · La Libertad Category: Food & Agriculture Impact Areas: Circular Economy Stage: Private Beta Team Size: 2 Website:


Elevator Pitch

Use solar panels abone dragón fruit plant to protector with shade and generales both electricity and dehidrated fruit, polen and flower turning in flour to use it at refresh, mermelades, thea bags.

Climate Problem

Burns by solar reflectant on dragón fruit, providencia shade will help yield

Solution

Using solar panel on dragón fruit will provide shade and refresh on ground increasing yield and quality fruit

Revenue Model

Increasing income to grower, providencia shade will diminish burn and disease on plant, also this shade will develop entomofaune at root and sol health nothing

Target Market

Dragon fruit, flower and polen dehidrated, electricity public production

Social Impact

Migrants, People Living in Extreme Poverty, Women

Demand Evidence

National consume, Amazon, and other plataform demanda.

Competitors

None with solar panel on crop but many enterprises producing electricity on floor industries, so dragón fruit protected with solar panels there is no competency

Founder Expertise

Dragón fruit native uses, development of flower and polen uses to help other growers and increase income to producer with double land uses at the same área.

External Support

Nothing


Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 8792 Ingested: 2026-05-25

Agrilpa · Food & Agriculture

Agrilpa

Country: El Salvador · SOYAPANGO Category: Food & Agriculture Impact Areas: Adaptation, Circular Economy Stage: Public Beta Team Size: 3 Website: https://agrilpa.com


Elevator Pitch

Connecting agricultural B2B buyers and sellers

Climate Problem

The way agricultural transactions are conducted has remained unchanged for hundreds of years; we want to revolutionize this industry with a platform that functions as a global B2B marketplace, offering secure payments, identity verification, and logistics.

Solution

We aim to connect sellers with global agricultural buyers, serving as a commercial hub where, in addition to facilitating trade, we offer agricultural factoring, credit, and third-party logistics services.

Revenue Model

We charge a small commission for each sale closed on the platform, as well as a commission for connecting users with third-party services such as logistics, agricultural factoring, and loans; we also offer premium plans on the platform.

Target Market

Medium-sized and industrial agricultural producers who import and export, food brokers and manufacturers, markets, and supermarkets

Social Impact

Indigenous Peoples, Migrants, People Living in Extreme Poverty, Women

Demand Evidence

We already have numerous sellers who have listed their products—established companies that export to various parts of the world—as well as buyers looking for direct agricultural suppliers.

Competitors

There's Alibaba, but it's a marketplace that doesn't primarily focus on this sector; Trigde, Grown Farms, and Produce Pay

Founder Expertise

I am currently studying marketing. I have applied the knowledge I gained in college to Agrilpa, and I have also learned new skills such as logo design, website development, social media content creation, and networking to connect with companies.

External Support

Mentoring for teachers at my university, “Don Bosco, Soyapango,” and a partnership with a U.S. company that wants to offer our users agricultural factoring so that sellers can obtain liquidity within a few days


Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 8819 Ingested: 2026-05-25

Agrismart · Food & Agriculture

Agrismart

Country: El Salvador · San Salvador Category: Food & Agriculture Impact Areas: Adaptation, Circular Economy Stage: Prototype Team Size: 4 Website: https://agrismartsv.com/


Elevator Pitch

Agrismart develops technological solutions to optimize agriculture through automation, sensors, and data analytics. We help farmers improve resource use, reduce losses, and increase productivity in a sustainable way.

Climate Problem

Agriculture faces losses due to the inefficient use of water, energy, and inputs. This drives up costs and emissions, particularly affecting small-scale farmers and food security.

Solution

Agrismart integrates sensors, automation, and data analysis to monitor crops and optimize irrigation, energy use, and inputs. In practice, it helps make accurate decisions and reduce waste.

Revenue Model

We will generate revenue through the sale and installation of Agrismart kits, technical maintenance, training, and subscription plans for monitoring, data analysis, and support for farmers.

Target Market

Small and medium-sized agricultural producers, cooperatives, nurseries, and institutions seeking to optimize irrigation, environmental monitoring, and productivity through affordable technological solutions.

Social Impact

Indigenous Peoples, Persons Belonging to National or Ethnic - Religious and Linguistic Minorities, People Living in Extreme Poverty, Women

Demand Evidence

This demand is evident among producers who face high costs for water, energy, and supplies, as well as in the interest shown at trade shows, through mentoring programs, initial validations, and conversations with potential users.

Competitors

Smart farming solutions and automated irrigation systems do exist, but they are often expensive or ill-suited to the local context. Agrismart offers an affordable, modular, and educational alternative.

Founder Expertise

I bring expertise in mechatronics engineering, automation, electronics, programming, and technology project management. I also have extensive experience in the international sector, as well as in prototyping, communication, partnership management, and pitching.

External Support

We have received technical and academic support from mentors, teachers, and partners such as GirlUp Latam through a grant to develop the prototype, conduct initial validation, promote the project, and prepare for competitions.


Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 9604 Ingested: 2026-05-25

AgroHotel Solidario Suchitoto. · Efficiency

AgroHotel Solidario Suchitoto.

Country: El Salvador · Suchitoto. Category: Efficiency Impact Areas: Adaptation, Circular Economy Stage: Sketches Team Size: 25 Website: Https://info.crcsuchitoto.com


Elevator Pitch

AgroHotel Solidario Suchitoto is a community-led, low-carbon lodging model that combines earth-built cabins with agroecological food production. Tourism income subsidizes lodging for rural patients and finances climate-resilient livelihoods.

Climate Problem

Rural families near Suchitoto face climate-vulnerable livelihoods, high food costs and limited income. Tourism is growing, but benefits rarely reach communities or finance local adaptation.

Solution

We will launch a low-carbon agrohotel: five cabins with vegetable gardens, poultry and fish production, offering regenerative tourism and subsidized stays for rural patients.

Revenue Model

Revenue comes from paid agroecological lodging, farm-to-table meals, guided visits, workshops and sale of vegetables, eggs and fish. Tourist income subsidizes low-cost stays for patients.

Target Market

What is your target market? Eco-conscious travelers visiting Suchitoto, solidarity delegations, universities, NGOs and local tourists seeking regenerative rural experiences; plus rural patients needing affordable lodging.

Social Impact

People Living in Extreme Poverty, Women

Demand Evidence

How do you know there is demand for your solution? Suchitoto is a tourism destination and CRC/CoCoDA already mobilize visitors and solidarity delegations. Rural patients face lodging barriers, while tourists seek authentic community-based climate experien

Competitors

Who are your competitors? Do you know anyone in your area? Local hotels and hostels in Suchitoto offer conventional lodging. Few combine low-carbon earth-built cabins, agroecological production, community ownership and a solidarity health subsidy.

Founder Expertise

What expertise or experience do you bring to this project? CRC brings 30+ years in community development, agroecology, health and rural organizing; Radio Suchitlán supports outreach; CoCoDA adds international solidarity and fundraising experience.

External Support

What external support have you already received? CRC provides land/community governance, 30+ years of local experience and volunteer labor. The first cabin has a validated US$15,000 construction budget.


Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 9202 Ingested: 2026-05-25

Alyvia International · Not Assigned/ Unknown

Alyvia International

Country: El Salvador · San Salvador Category: Not Assigned/ Unknown Impact Areas: Adaptation, Circular Economy, Nature-Based Stage: Prototype Team Size: 4 Website: https://Alyviainternational.com


Elevator Pitch

IT'S A CONSULTING FIRMA BASED ON THE GENERETION OF VALUE AND SUSTENTABILITY SOLUTIONS FOR ALL TYPE OF ORGANIZATION

Climate Problem

Depending the clients need

Solution

Climate change plan ING iniciatives

Revenue Model

Selling the strategy the planning and the companion during the project implementation

Target Market

Organizations with sustainability solutions

Social Impact

Women

Demand Evidence

In El Salvador recently private, públic and ONG's started tô implement climate change solutions

Competitors

Fundemas

Founder Expertise

16 year implementing projects in the region

External Support

None


Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 8826 Ingested: 2026-05-25

Apicola chilin de argueta · Food & Agriculture

Apicola chilin de argueta

Country: El Salvador · Metapan Category: Food & Agriculture Impact Areas: Mitigation, Adaptation, Circular Economy, Nature-Based Stage: Ideation Team Size: 2 Website: https://www.facebook.com/share/1GPuT8s5W1/


Elevator Pitch

We are an initiative that works with native bees in my region. We care for them because they pollinate my crops. Without them, there is no life. We work to raise environmental awareness. We work with students in my community.

Climate Problem

One of the problems is climate change and the excessive use of plastic.

Solution

One solution is to use glass jars for bottling, since those jars can be reused. Plastic bottles, on the other hand, are only used once. Planting trees and flowers native to my country to help the environment.

Revenue Model

Honey for sale Beeswax for sale Tours of the apiaries

Target Market

My target market is the people in my community. I sell online.

Social Impact

Migrants, Refugees - Asylum-seekers and Internally Displaced People, People Living in Extreme Poverty, Women, LGBTQI+ People

Demand Evidence

Because there is such high demand for my honey, I'm getting more and more orders every day.

Competitors

I have a lot of competitors, but I learn from them every day to improve my products.

Founder Expertise

My experience caring for bees: fighting for their conservation and reducing the use of chemicals.

External Support

The raw materials I used were my own; I did not receive any assistance from any institution.


Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 8920 Ingested: 2026-05-25

BioHotel Néctar · Food & Agriculture

BioHotel Néctar

Country: El Salvador · San Salvador Category: Food & Agriculture Impact Areas: Nature-Based Stage: Prototype Team Size: 5 Website:


Elevator Pitch

BioHotel Néctar is a sustainable and innovative project that promotes the conservation of pollinating insects by creating eco-friendly hotels made from recyclable and environmentally friendly materials.

Climate Problem

BioHotel Néctar combats the loss of pollinators and biodiversity caused by pollution and chemicals, protecting ecosystems that are essential for agriculture and environmental balance.

Solution

BioHotel Néctar installs eco-friendly shelters for beneficial insects, helping to restore pollinator populations, naturally reduce pests, and promote sustainable spaces.

Revenue Model

We will generate revenue by selling insect hotels, eco-friendly products, and educational activities focused on sustainable tourism.

Target Market

Our target market includes hotels, schools, nurseries, tourist attractions, businesses, and individuals interested in sustainability, biodiversity, and environmental education.

Social Impact

Indigenous Peoples, People Living in Extreme Poverty, Women

Demand Evidence

There is growing interest in eco-friendly solutions and sustainable tourism. In addition, schools, communities, and businesses are seeking innovative and educational environmental projects.

Competitors

In El Salvador, there are eco-tourism and sustainability projects such as Árbol de Fuego Eco-Hotel and other eco-hotels, but we have not identified any competitors focused on hotels for insects and the protection of pollinators.

Founder Expertise

We have expertise in sustainability research, tourism, and creative design, as well as experience in academic projects focused on environmental innovation and teamwork.

External Support

We have received academic support and guidance on sustainability to develop the prototype as an innovative environmental project.


Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 9946 Ingested: 2026-05-25

DrainAlert · Clean Industry

DrainAlert

Country: El Salvador · San Salvador Category: Clean Industry Impact Areas: Nature-Based Stage: Ideation Team Size: 2 Website:


Elevator Pitch

A smart system that monitors sewer blockages using real-time sensors. It detects blockage levels, sends alerts, and enables authorities to act quickly, preventing flooding and optimizing urban management.

Climate Problem

Urban flooding caused by drainage systems clogged with waste. This is a critical issue because it exacerbates the damage caused by extreme rainfall associated with climate change, affecting infrastructure, the economy, and public health in cities.

Solution

A system with sensors in storm drains that monitors blockages in real time and sends alerts to a platform. It allows for prioritizing cleaning and taking timely action, preventing flooding and optimizing urban management.

Revenue Model

Sale of low-cost pilot kits to city governments or universities, along with a basic subscription to the platform. Simple installation and maintenance. Additional revenue from reports and gradual improvements based on the pilot results.

Target Market

Municipal governments, state governments, private companies

Social Impact

People Living in Extreme Poverty, Women, LGBTQI+ People

Demand Evidence

We assessed demand through interviews with city governments and reports of frequent flooding. We conducted a pilot program and found interest in low-cost solutions that prevent emergencies and reduce the costs of reactive cleanup.

Competitors

I don't know any

Founder Expertise

We bring expertise in technology and monitoring, experience in research and data analysis, and skills in communication and project management. In addition, we understand the local flooding issue and its impact on the community.

External Support

None


Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 8930 Ingested: 2026-05-25

EEM TECH · Clean Energy

EEM TECH

Country: El Salvador · San Salvador Category: Clean Energy Impact Areas: Mitigation, Adaptation Stage: Prototype Team Size: 2 Website:


Elevator Pitch

My start up provide technology services to improve the climate change, for example: installing solar panels.

Climate Problem

The problem we solve is the reduction of water and air pollution using new technologies to provide energy

Solution

install new technology to improve the energy supply making it more affordable

Revenue Model

Selling and providing services to mantain a greener technology

Target Market

All the people that use electricity

Social Impact

People of African Descent, Indigenous Peoples, People Living in Extreme Poverty

Demand Evidence

Because everyone wants to save money, and many people also want to take care of nature.

Competitors

No I don't know

Founder Expertise

I am a mechatronic engineer, so I have been working in projects like this for some years, using solar panels and wind energy

External Support

Nothing


Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 8931 Ingested: 2026-05-25

Ecoarteturias · Food & Agriculture

Ecoarteturias

Country: El Salvador · San Salvador Category: Food & Agriculture Impact Areas: Circular Economy Stage: Private Beta Team Size: 1 Website:


Elevator Pitch

It is a personal circular economy initiative aimed at recycling glass bottles and transforming them into art, raw materials for construction, windows, gardening, food, and agriculture.

Climate Problem

In El Salvador, there are no glass recycling facilities, and there is a high consumption of non-returnable containers, which are being discarded in landfills, residential areas, on roads, and in green spaces.

Solution

Establish a system for collecting, cleaning, and repurposing these containers into decorative bottles, construction sand, fillers for planters and bricks, food packaging, drip irrigation systems, and planters for general use

Revenue Model

So far, I've sold bottles that have been turned into lamps and others into planters.

Target Market

Construction companies, housing developments, the general public, municipalities

Social Impact

Women

Demand Evidence

There is a growing market for green products, and glass sand is one of them; flower pots and handicrafts are also part of this market.

Competitors

I haven't identified any

Founder Expertise

I’ve been researching and gathering information on the subject, and I also worked at a glass shop when I was younger. My sales experience is a valuable asset to this project.

External Support

At the moment, none. I personally use my own funds to purchase supplies, cover transportation costs, and clean the bottles. I currently have about 6,000 units in stock, which I’ve saved from becoming waste and turned into raw material.


Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 9991 Ingested: 2026-05-25

Ecolandia · Food & Agriculture

Ecolandia

Country: El Salvador · San Salvador Category: Food & Agriculture Impact Areas: Circular Economy, Nature-Based Stage: Launched Team Size: 7 Website:


Elevator Pitch

a local platform for regenerative and value-added production designed to reduce agricultural waste, replace imported food, and deliver fresh, washed, and ready-to-use products to restaurants and urban households.

Climate Problem

The local fresh food supply chain leads to post-harvest losses, dependence on imported products, and low returns for producers. Ecolandia reduces waste through local production, composting, and adding value at the source.

Solution

Ecolandia grows, washes, dries, packages, and processes leaves, flowers, and microgreens at the source. This extends shelf life, reduces post-harvest waste, makes use of surplus produce, and provides fresh, local, ready-to-use food.

Revenue Model

We will generate revenue by selling washed greens, fresh mixes, microgreens, edible flowers, and products made from surplus produce to restaurants, chefs, health food stores, and households through weekly orders and subscriptions.

Target Market

Our target market includes restaurants, chefs, health food businesses, hotels, gourmet shops, and urban households looking for fresh, local, traceable, and ready-to-use food, with reliable weekly deliveries.

Social Impact

People Living in Extreme Poverty, Women

Demand Evidence

We already supply chefs, restaurants, and repeat customers who request fresh leaves, microgreens, and edible flowers. Demand is growing for local, ready-to-use products that are consistent in quality and have a longer shelf life.

Competitors

We compete with local vegetable growers, wholesale suppliers, supermarkets, and imported packaged products. In our area, we are not aware of any other model that integrates local farming, composting, post-harvest processing, and value-added production.

Founder Expertise

We bring real-world experience in agricultural production, orchard management, restaurant sales, brand development, composting, harvest logistics, and distribution, as well as the business acumen needed to scale the model.

External Support

We have received $10,000 from the Gloria de Kriete Foundation to strengthen Ecolandia. In addition, we are participating in a support process with Zamorano and the IDB, with the potential to secure funding for modernization and value-added initiatives.


Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 9309 Ingested: 2026-05-25

El Huerto de Dios · Food & Agriculture

El Huerto de Dios

Country: El Salvador · San Miguel Category: Food & Agriculture Impact Areas: Circular Economy Stage: Launched Team Size: 8 Website:


Elevator Pitch

A sustainable organic garden with an educational and tourist focus.

Climate Problem

The need for natural regeneration, efficient water use, contributions to biodiversity, and the production of healthy food.

Solution

We use clean technologies, water and nutrient recycling, local materials, and organic inputs.

Revenue Model

By selling our products and hosting groups of producers and students for guided tours and educational talks.

Target Market

Direct consumers, schools, and small businesses.

Social Impact

Migrants, People Living in Extreme Poverty, Women

Demand Evidence

Our products are essential because they are food items, and they are also of very high quality.

Competitors

Other producers, the municipal market, supermarkets, and traditional food shops.

Founder Expertise

We have training in clean technologies, climate change resilience, and adaptation. We have made progress in this process and have established the basic framework within which we operate. We have also begun processing certain products to add value.

External Support

They provided us with basic technological equipment to improve labor efficiency, a rainwater reservoir, and small-scale production facilities.


Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 9234 Ingested: 2026-05-25

Estratego Global Consulting · Water

Estratego Global Consulting

Country: El Salvador · San Salvador Category: Water Impact Areas: Mitigation, Adaptation Stage: Ideation Team Size: 2 Website:


Elevator Pitch

Strategic Intelligence, Foresight, and Sustainable Development

Climate Problem

Water management: There is currently mismanagement in its use, consumption, and storage; our model aims to optimize this resource and transform its role from a natural resource to a strategic asset for Central America

Solution

Our solution is modular: reservoirs, fog harvesting systems, diversion channels, ponds, and artificial pools. We are currently in the process of promoting our proposal

Revenue Model

Through training sessions, workshops, and presentations; through strategic partnerships with companies and local governments; and through public-private partnerships with stakeholders in agriculture, livestock, energy centers, etc.

Target Market

Municipal governments, agricultural, livestock, water, and energy companies

Social Impact

Indigenous Peoples, Migrants, People Living in Extreme Poverty, Women

Demand Evidence

We all need water, and in El Salvador there is a great need to manage it in both summer and winter

Competitors

From

Founder Expertise

Expertise in strategic, regional, and foresight intelligence.

External Support

None


Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 9038 Ingested: 2026-05-25

Eva Manzana · Clean Industry

Eva Manzana

Country: El Salvador · San Salvador Category: Clean Industry Impact Areas: Circular Economy Stage: Ideation Team Size: 1 Website: https://evamanzana.com


Elevator Pitch

Eva Manzana transforms discarded men's clothing into upcycled fashion and home goods. Conscious design inspired by the growing secondhand textile market in Central America (El Salvador).

Climate Problem

The textile industry is one of the most polluting in the world. In Central America, thousands of tons of clothing are discarded every year. Eva Manzana intervenes in that waste stream before it becomes trash.

Solution

We transform discarded men's clothing into upcycled women's fashion and home decor items. Each piece is unique and handmade, turning textile waste into sustainable design with added value.

Revenue Model

Direct-to-consumer sales through digital channels and local markets. In the medium term, we plan to expand into made-to-order and wholesale sales, building a circular fashion brand with a regional presence.

Target Market

Young women aged 20 to 35 in El Salvador and Guatemala who are environmentally conscious and have an affinity for sustainable brands, independent design, and responsible consumption.

Social Impact

Indigenous Peoples, Women

Demand Evidence

The secondhand market in the region is growing steadily. Flea markets and the demand for sustainable brands among young Central Americans confirm that consumers are ready for the next step: circular design.

Competitors

There is a growing upcycling movement in Guatemala. In El Salvador, the field is virtually untapped, which gives Eva Manzana a first-mover advantage as a local circular design brand.

Founder Expertise

I have a bachelor's degree in Strategic Design and am currently pursuing an MBA with a concentration in Strategy. I have worked in the fashion industry in El Salvador and am familiar with garment manufacturing and production processes.

External Support

None so far.


Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 9703 Ingested: 2026-05-25

Fundacion FUNDAVIMIES DE EL SALVADOR. CREADORES DE: LAMP - PWAL ABISAL -OS- ES-NAVAS-1. ES UN INSTRUMENTO CREADO PARA SALVAR VIDAS ABISALMENTE Y EN SU DEFECTO RESCATAR CUERPOS EN CUALQUIER PA

Fundacion FUNDAVIMIES DE EL SALVADOR. CREADORES DE: LAMP - PWAL ABISAL -OS- ES-NAVAS-1. ES UN INSTRUMENTO CREADO PARA SALVAR VIDAS ABISALMENTE Y EN SU DEFECTO RESCATAR CUERPOS EN CUALQUIER PARTE DEL.MUNDO.

Country: El Salvador · ZACATECOLUCA. LA PAZ. Category: Efficiency Impact Areas: Mitigation, Adaptation, Nature-Based Stage: Prototype Team Size: 25 Website: http://FUNDAVIMIES.com


Elevator Pitch

It is UNIQUE AND UNPRECEDENTED IN ITS CLASS. LAMP - PWAL ABISAL: "IT REPRESENTS DEEP-SEA SOVEREIGNTY AND GLOBAL EMPOWERMENT IN SAVING LIVES IN PLACES WHERE NO ONE ELSE CAN REACH."

Climate Problem

Our startup: it is one of a kind. LAMP-PWAL ABISAL is the only one that braves the elements to rescue and save lives. It embodies a deep-sea rescue philosophy that defies the elements to fulfill its mission and objective.

Solution

You should carry this with you whenever you travel so that, in the event of an accident—whether by air, land, or sea—you can be located.

Revenue Model

Once the prototype has been built and is fully operational, LAM-PWAL ABISA will be available to everyone who uses various modes of transportation—particularly air, rail, and sea travel—at an affordable and accessible price.

Target Market

ALL MARKETS: AIRPORT, MARITIME, LAND, AND MILITARY

Social Impact

People of African Descent, Indigenous Peoples, Roma - Sinti and Travelers, Persons Belonging to National or Ethnic - Religious and Linguistic Minorities, Migrants, Refugees - Asylum-seekers and Internally Displaced People, People Living in Extreme Poverty, Women, LGBTQI+ People

Demand Evidence

LAMP-PWAL ABISAL IS THE SOLUTION TO CURRENT GLOBAL SAFETY AND RESCUE SHORTCOMINGS. THIS MAKES IT UNIQUE IN ITS CLASS AND INDISPENSABLE FOR GLOBAL SAFETY.

Competitors

THERE IS NO COMPETITION WHATSOEVER IN OUR AREA OR WORLDWIDE. HOWEVER, WE CANNOT RULE OUT THE POSSIBILITY THAT SOME PARTIES MIGHT ATTEMPT TO BOYCOTT OR UNDERMINE THIS PROJECT BECAUSE OF ITS ECONOMIC POTENTIAL. AFTER ALL, IT IS A GOLD MINE.

Founder Expertise

I, along with the entire team at the FUNDAVIMIES FOUNDATION OF EL SALVADOR, not only possess the necessary knowledge but are also fully aware that LAMP-PWAL Abisal is the greatest contribution we can make to all of humanity.

External Support

At this time, we have received NO FUNDING. Everything we've done so far has been funded with our own resources... We are currently in the patenting phase, followed by the prototype phase. And this is where we initially need your provisional support.


Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 9108 Ingested: 2026-05-25

Guardianes del Bosque by Mamapán · Not Assigned/ Unknown

Guardianes del Bosque by Mamapán

Country: El Salvador · AHUACHAPÁN Category: Not Assigned/ Unknown Impact Areas: Circular Economy, Nature-Based Stage: Prototype Team Size: 3 Website: https://mamapan.travel


Elevator Pitch

Create a community network where:

  1. Families sort their waste
  2. Mamapán serves as a link to an educational center
  3. Waste is turned into tangible benefits

Climate Problem

Our startup addresses a critical environmental issue: the pollution and degradation of forest ecosystems caused by poor waste management in rural communities located near natural and tourist areas.

Solution

We work directly with families and community leaders to implement simple systems for sorting and collecting recyclable materials—such as plastic, glass, aluminum, and organic waste—through educational programs.

Revenue Model

One of our main sources of revenue will be the integration of the program into Mamapán’s tourism offerings. Visitors will be able to contribute through voluntary ecological contributions, reforestation activities, and more.

Target Market

Our target market consists of rural communities, socially conscious travelers, tourism companies, and organizations committed to sustainability and climate action.

Social Impact

Indigenous Peoples, People Living in Extreme Poverty, Women

Demand Evidence

There is a need for action because the problem is already directly affecting rural communities, ecosystems, and local tourism activities. We have identified early interest from residents, tourism stakeholders, and environmental organizations seeking solutions.

Competitors

We don't have any competitors in our area.

Founder Expertise

I have learned that tourism can be a powerful tool for protecting nature and strengthening communities. Through Mamapán, I have worked to connect people with meaningful experiences in the forest, culture, and wellness.

External Support

For now, we are relying solely on our own revenue.


Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 9222 Ingested: 2026-05-25

Huertos y talleres para empresas · Food & Agriculture

Huertos y talleres para empresas

Country: El Salvador · San Salvador Category: Food & Agriculture Impact Areas: Nature-Based Stage: Ideation Team Size: 3 Website: https://arboldefuego.com


Elevator Pitch

We have a community garden at our business, and we’ve seen the benefits it brings to the planet, to people’s well-being, to the community, and to our bottom line. That’s why we want to expand it

Climate Problem

Food production is a problem in El Salvador, as most of our fruits and vegetables are imported from Guatemala. Due to violence, people have learned to withdraw into themselves and to neither share nor appreciate nature.

Solution

A community garden for companies to set up in their buildings, where all employees can benefit mentally and financially by growing their own food.

Revenue Model

By setting up the gardens, giving talks, monitoring the gardens, and providing the supplies needed to keep the gardens running smoothly.

Target Market

Companies that can afford to provide a garden for their employees

Social Impact

Women

Demand Evidence

As part of their corporate social responsibility, companies are obligated to work for the good of the planet and their communities

Competitors

Landscaping companies, but they don't specialize in creating vegetable gardens for businesses

Founder Expertise

We have a 25-year track record of being recognized as the most sustainable hotel in the country. We've learned through hands-on experience with our vegetable garden and receive guidance from an agricultural engineer.

External Support

We rely solely on the support of the community that comes to help us plant, and together we harvest. We’ve already had a video on TV that has brought us some publicity.


Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 9272 Ingested: 2026-05-25

Hydro Clean Pro · Air & Environment

Hydro Clean Pro

Country: El Salvador · San salvador Category: Air & Environment Impact Areas: Circular Economy Stage: Ideation Team Size: 3 Website:


Elevator Pitch

engine decarbonization improved efficiency reduced pollution

Climate Problem

CO2 pollution

Solution

reduction in CO2 emissions from our customers' engines

Revenue Model

billing for services

Target Market

bus and trailer owners

Social Impact

Women

Demand Evidence

because truck and bus owners need to save money

Competitors

do not exist

Founder Expertise

I bring expertise in marketing and sales My partner brings technical expertise in hydrogen

External Support

none


Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 8769 Ingested: 2026-05-25

LEVA · Not Assigned/ Unknown

LEVA

Country: El Salvador · San Salvador Category: Not Assigned/ Unknown Impact Areas: Circular Economy Stage: Pre-orders Team Size: 7 Website: https://leva.studio/


Elevator Pitch

We are a Salvadoran startup that transforms recyclable plastic fibers into contemporary-style handbags. Each piece tells a story of environmental awareness and empowerment, combining style with purpose.

Climate Problem

We turn the challenge of plastic into a sustainable opportunity: we put the raw material to eco-friendly use, extend its life cycle, and expand growth opportunities for every artisan.

Solution

By incorporating timeless design into our pieces, we extend the accessory’s lifespan to up to 15 years. Since they are recyclable, each creation can be repurposed and given a new lease on life, while remaining true to its eco-friendly purpose

Revenue Model

We will generate revenue by selling accessories to stores specializing in sustainable products and to those focused on timeless design.

Target Market

stores and retailers specializing in the sale of products with timeless, eco-friendly designs

Social Impact

Indigenous Peoples

Demand Evidence

In El Salvador, the use of this type of accessory is widely recognized. LEVA aims to elevate the standard of craftsmanship through improvements in design and color application. So far, the prototypes developed have received positive feedback

Competitors

There are many artisans who make these types of products; however, none of them mass-produce them or incorporate design into the process. For this reason, we do not consider competition to be a significant challenge.

Founder Expertise

LEVA brings together graphic designers, interior designers, lawyers, and artisans in a multidisciplinary team that creates timeless, visually striking, and functional pieces, blending aesthetics, purpose, and cultural value.

External Support

To date, we have not received any external support; each production has been funded with our own resources and promoted through our own channels.


Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 8953 Ingested: 2026-05-25

ManglArte · Air & Environment

ManglArte

Country: El Salvador · San Salvador Category: Air & Environment Impact Areas: Nature-Based Stage: Prototype Team Size: 5 Website:


Elevator Pitch

Creamos un abono orgánico y sostenible que aporta nutrientes esenciales para el desarrollo saludable de las candelas de manglar, también transformamos residuos orgánicos en abono natural para fortalecer el crecimiento y la conservación de mangle.

Climate Problem

Nuestro proyecto combate la degradación de manglares causada por el cambio climático mediante un abono orgánico que fortalece las candelas. Así contribuimos a restaurar ecosistemas que capturan carbono y protegen las costas de la erosión.

Solution

Desarrollamos un abono orgánico para fortalecer las candelas de manglar y mejorar los suelos costeros. Nuestra solución impulsa la restauración de manglares, ayudando a capturar carbono, reducir la erosión y proteger la biodiversidad.

Revenue Model

Participar en programas como ClimateLaunchpad para obtener financiamiento, mentorías y visibilidad.

Target Market

Participar en programas como ClimateLaunchpad para obtener financiamiento, mentorías y visibilidad. Empresas con programas de responsabilidad social y ambiental.

Social Impact

People Living in Extreme Poverty, Women

Demand Evidence

La demanda existe por el aumento de proyectos de restauración de manglares y la necesidad de soluciones sostenibles. ONG, gobiernos y empresas buscan alternativas orgánicas que fortalezcan ecosistemas costeros y ayuden a combatir el cambio climático.

Competitors

Nuestros competidores son ONGs que se dedican a la restauración del manglar más sin embargo no usan ningún tipo de abono que ayude a la semilla a fortalecerse.

Founder Expertise

Aporta conocimientos sobre como fortalecer la semilla de manglar para asegurar su adaptación y crecimiento en su entorno natural, y poder restaurar los manglares de la zona costera.

External Support

Ninguno


Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 9339 Ingested: 2026-05-25

Mano de Oro: Women in Coffee · Not Assigned/ Unknown

Mano de Oro: Women in Coffee

Country: El Salvador · San Salvador Category: Not Assigned/ Unknown Impact Areas: Adaptation, Circular Economy Stage: Ideation Team Size: 2 Website: https://www.academiabaristapro.com


Elevator Pitch

The project want to equip women in the coffee industry with the mastery in green coffee, sensory and brewing. Education would be the power and mobility necessary for them to evolve from harvests into high-erning experts.

Climate Problem

By moving women away from only producing, I tackle economic vulnerability caused by climate volatility.

Solution

In traditional coffee model, women bear the brunt of climate change because they are the primary labor force in the field, they could have very vulnerable weather at times.

Revenue Model

To generate revenue, the project must move beyond the teaching and into facilitating market access and shared resources.

Target Market

Primary funder. Organization looking for big impacts. They don't want to buy coffee, they want to change lives and sustainable systems.

Social Impact

People Living in Extreme Poverty, Women

Demand Evidence

Today more retail companies are committing to 100% women sourced coffee. Roasters all over the world want to buy from women. We would make these women market ready for premium buyers.

Competitors

In the mix of women empowerment projects that are already massive organizations like IWCA, for example.

Founder Expertise

As the founder of Academia Barista Pro and a literal pioneer in Salvadoran specialty coffee I bring institutional authority. I have elite technical mastery as AST and Q grader, I have trained coffee champions, I have started working with women producers.

External Support

This is a new project. I have no support.


Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 9070 Ingested: 2026-05-25

Mayazul · Clean Industry

Mayazul

Country: El Salvador · San salvador Category: Clean Industry Impact Areas: Circular Economy Stage: Launched Team Size: 2 Website:


Elevator Pitch

Moda sostenible ecologica

Climate Problem

Moda sostenible

Solution

Reduccion de agua en el proceso

Revenue Model

Participacion en ferias El uso de redes sociales

Target Market

Amantes de lo ecologico y de lo elaborado a maño

Social Impact

Women

Demand Evidence

Las diferentes marcas y emprendimientos

Competitors

Indigo work Azul nonualco

Founder Expertise

Proceso de teñido con tinte natural elaboracion de tecnicas ancestrales

External Support

Capacitaciones


Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 9221 Ingested: 2026-05-25

Mister NONI · Food & Agriculture

Mister NONI

Country: El Salvador · San Salvador Category: Food & Agriculture Impact Areas: Mitigation, Adaptation, Circular Economy, Nature-Based Stage: Private Beta Team Size: 2 Website:


Elevator Pitch

We offer products for human consumption and organic farming made from the NONI fruit (Morinda citrifolia). NONI is often called the "magic plant," and science classifies it as a superfood due to its high nutritional density. SUPERFOOD!

Climate Problem

Solution

With two products made from noni fruit: Produce fertilizers and animal feed that replace chemical products and their polluting manufacturing processes.

Revenue Model

There is a market for organic agriculture that is growing year after year. We have two organic products that will be integrated into a value chain that already has a demand for them: feed for fish, poultry, and livestock, as well as foliar and soil fertilizers.

Target Market

  1. Feed buyers (aquaculturists, poultry farmers, etc.) 2. Large-scale organic farmers.

Social Impact

Indigenous Peoples, Refugees - Asylum-seekers and Internally Displaced People, People Living in Extreme Poverty, Women

Demand Evidence

Original research and interviews: Organic feed and fertilizers have seen steady growth over the past 10 years. They command a premium of between 50% and 90% compared to traditional chemical products. Demand remains strong, and current prices are high.

Competitors

There aren't any. The products are the result of an innovation process.

Founder Expertise

  1. Product R&D&I.
  2. Experience in Lean Startup and Lean Innovation.
  3. Proven track record as the owner of a consulting firm.
  4. Hands-on experience in logistics, planning, finance, and organization.
  5. Experience in Europe.

External Support

NONE


Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 8928 Ingested: 2026-05-25

Moskem Trade In Suits & Sewcialabs · Not Assigned/ Unknown

Moskem Trade In Suits & Sewcialabs

Country: El Salvador · San Salvador Category: Not Assigned/ Unknown Impact Areas: Circular Economy Stage: Launched Team Size: 12 Website: https://www.moskem.com/


Elevator Pitch

Moskem is El Salvador’s first circular fashion platform that rents out your clothes stored at home. It generates income for clothing owners and provides tailoring scholarships using 20% of each rental fee. It’s an Airbnb-style model that combines technology, education, and environmental impact.

Climate Problem

We’re tackling textile waste and the carbon footprint of “fast fashion.” By circulating high-quality clothing, we extend its lifespan and reduce the demand for new production, thereby curbing water pollution and emissions from the fashion industry.

Solution

We promote the circular economy through online rental and home delivery services. We extend the life of suits and use the proceeds to provide scholarships to tailors who repair the garments, closing the loop through education, technology, and zero textile waste.

Revenue Model

We operate a circular fashion ecosystem comprising six components: costume rentals and sewing spaces, technical training workshops, group events, children’s programs, and experiential sessions. We diversify our revenue through recurring services and education.

Target Market

We serve men who need suits for special occasions, business owners looking for passive income, aspiring young tailors without financial resources, and independent designers in need of a workspace. A market of over 120,000 potential users annually.

Social Impact

Women

Demand Evidence

We validated the demand by speaking with potential users and current customers who are looking for ways to deal with clothes they no longer wear or that no longer fit. The need to monetize unused clothing and access high-quality fashion at a low cost confirms the viability of the model.

Competitors

No company is doing this

Founder Expertise

For over 11 years, our shop has been crafting custom suits, modernizing and preserving the art of tailoring. We have also launched El Salvador’s first tailoring academy to train new tailors and keep the craft alive.

External Support

None


Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 9128 Ingested: 2026-05-25

NUTRICHAR · Air & Environment

NUTRICHAR

Country: El Salvador · San Salvador Este, San Martin Category: Air & Environment Impact Areas: Mitigation, Adaptation, Circular Economy Stage: Ideation Team Size: 3 Website:


Elevator Pitch

Nutrichar transforms coconut waste into high-tech biochar, enriched with nutrients and nanostructures to regenerate soil. Our solution permanently sequesters carbon and boosts agricultural productivity through rigorous scientific methods.

Climate Problem

We address soil degradation and the surplus of coconut waste, which emits methane as it decomposes. Nutrichar permanently sequesters carbon and reduces the use of chemicals, which is vital for agricultural resilience and global climate mitigation.

Solution

We transform coconut husks into biochar enriched with nutrients and nanostructures. In practice, we sequester carbon from waste and restore soil health, reducing our reliance on synthetic fertilizers.

Revenue Model

Our main source of revenue is the direct sale of enriched biochar to coffee and cocoa farms with which we already have development agreements. We will also expand into remediation companies and the sale of carbon credits.

Target Market

Our target market consists of coffee and cocoa exporters, farms growing staple crops, and soil remediation companies. We focus on high-value agriculture that requires soil regeneration and scientific validation.

Social Impact

Indigenous Peoples, People Living in Extreme Poverty, Women

Demand Evidence

We are validating market demand through agreements with coffee and cocoa farms for field trials. Our partnership with producers of staple crops via the Gloria de Kriete Foundation and the urgent need to regenerate degraded soils underscore the commercial potential.

Competitors

We compete with traditional synthetic fertilizers and small-scale biochar producers. There are no competitors in the area that match our level of scientific rigor or our use of nanostructures, graphene, and mycorrhizae for nutrient enrichment.

Founder Expertise

We offer training in strategic thinking, business models, and digital marketing. We also bring technical leadership in advanced biotechnology (graphene, nanostructures) and strategic partnerships for scientific validation in the field.

External Support

We have agreements with coffee and cocoa farms for field validation. The Gloria de Kriete Foundation connects us with producers of staple crops, and Jorge Cuadra leads technical development in nanostructures, mycorrhizae, and graphene.


Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 8685 Ingested: 2026-05-25

Nutri Fruits · Food & Agriculture

Nutri Fruits

Country: El Salvador · San Salvador Category: Food & Agriculture Impact Areas: Circular Economy Stage: Launched Team Size: 3 Website: https://www.instagram.com/nutri_fruitssv?igsh=MXhvcjY0M3cycTl6bw==


Elevator Pitch

Nutri Fruits transforms fresh fruit into healthy dehydrated snacks with a longer shelf life, helping reduce food waste and post-harvest losses in El Salvador. We support local agriculture while offering natural, convenient products through online sales.

Climate Problem

Food waste and post-harvest fruit losses contribute to unnecessary resource use and emissions. In El Salvador, large amounts of fruit spoil before consumption, affecting farmers, income stability, and environmental sustainability.

Solution

Nutri Fruits transforms fresh fruit into dehydrated snacks with a longer shelf life, reducing waste and creating added value for local produce. We sell online and promote sustainable consumption through natural products.

Revenue Model

We generate revenue through online sales of dehydrated fruit snacks, customized orders, and future wholesale partnerships with retailers, cafés, and wellness-focused businesses in El Salvador.

Target Market

Our target market includes health-conscious consumers, busy professionals, fitness enthusiasts, and families seeking natural snacks. We also target cafés and businesses interested in healthier product options.

Social Impact

People Living in Extreme Poverty, Women

Demand Evidence

Consumer demand for healthy and convenient snacks continues to grow. We have validated interest through social media engagement, customer feedback, product inquiries, and positive reactions to our concept.

Competitors

Our competitors include local snack brands and imported dehydrated fruit products. However, Nutri Fruits differentiates itself through locally sourced fruit, sustainability focus, and direct online customer engagement.

Founder Expertise

Our team combines experience in marketing, business development, project management, and customer engagement. We are building skills in food entrepreneurship and sustainable business development.

External Support

We have received guidance through entrepreneurship initiatives, market validation from potential customers, and support from local networks while developing our business concept and product strategy.


Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 9236 Ingested: 2026-05-25

Organixos · Clean Industry

Organixos

Country: El Salvador · San Salvador Category: Clean Industry Impact Areas: Mitigation, Adaptation, Circular Economy, Nature-Based Stage: Public Beta Team Size: 4 Website:


Elevator Pitch

Grow raw materials for ecological sustainability and health.

Climate Problem

Paper production, local animal feed deficiency, ecological home making materials

Solution

Grow and tranform base materials that are proven effective to resolve before mentioned issues and better the soil as we secuester more carbon dioxide

Revenue Model

Selling transformed crop materials

Target Market

General population and government

Social Impact

People of African Descent, Indigenous Peoples, People Living in Extreme Poverty, Women, LGBTQI+ People

Demand Evidence

Our aproach is proven and does not exist in our region

Competitors

Non as of yet

Founder Expertise

Know how on a vertically applied level, around the world contacts for support on specific applications of base materials

External Support

Expert input advise in diferent fields but within the same scope


Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 8807 Ingested: 2026-05-25

PRODIFAUNA · Food & Agriculture

PRODIFAUNA

Country: El Salvador · San Juan Opico Category: Food & Agriculture Impact Areas: Mitigation, Nature-Based Stage: Pre-orders Team Size: 2 Website: https://youtu.be/xWDt3ZrII6Y?si=E6NMZsl8BIyOPs5H


Elevator Pitch

In harmony with nature

Climate Problem

It minimizes wildlife electrocution deaths and is made from recyclable materials. It also helps prevent power outages caused by climbing plants.

Solution

It is a patented device known as the "Dielectric Breakdown Protector Against Fauna and Flora"

Revenue Model

An energy distributor in El Salvador has already launched an initiative to purchase several units

Target Market

Energy Distributors and the Environment

Social Impact

People Living in Extreme Poverty

Demand Evidence

There are already plans to purchase several units. Negotiations are currently underway.

Competitors

The patented product currently has no competitors on the market.

Founder Expertise

My experience in prototyping and testing until reaching the final MVP product. Patented

External Support

None


Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 6782 Ingested: 2026-05-25

Plastic River Barrier · Water

Plastic River Barrier

Country: El Salvador · Chalatenango Category: Water Impact Areas: Adaptation, Circular Economy, Nature-Based Stage: Ideation Team Size: 0 Website:


Elevator Pitch

Plastic River Barrier develops smart floating barriers that capture plastic waste in rivers and streams before it reaches the ocean. Our system uses solar power and environmental sensors to monitor pollution

Climate Problem

Plastic River Barrier combats plastic pollution in rivers and drainage systems, a problem that exacerbates flooding, damages ecosystems, and increases the impact of climate change on vulnerable communities.

Solution

We develop smart floating barriers that capture plastic waste in rivers before it reaches the ocean, using sensors and solar power to monitor pollution and prevent flooding.

Revenue Model

We will generate revenue through the installation of smart barriers, maintenance, environmental monitoring, and partnerships with city governments, NGOs, and recycling companies to reuse collected plastic waste.

Target Market

Our target market includes city governments, environmental agencies, NGOs, urban communities, and companies interested in sustainable solutions to reduce pollution, prevent flooding, and monitor water bodies.

Social Impact

Migrants, People Living in Extreme Poverty, Women

Demand Evidence

Pollution in rivers and drainage systems causes flooding and high cleanup costs. Municipal governments, NGOs, and communities need sustainable solutions and environmental monitoring to reduce waste and protect ecosystems.

Competitors

At the moment, we don't have any competitors, and we don't know of anyone else who does this

Founder Expertise

We bring expertise in technology, innovation, and sustainability, as well as a commitment to developing climate solutions that address real-world problems such as pollution, waste management, and environmental monitoring.

External Support

We don't have any outside support


Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 10063 Ingested: 2026-05-25

Plastiklab · Clean Industry

Plastiklab

Country: El Salvador · Santa Ana Category: Clean Industry Impact Areas: Circular Economy Stage: Ideation Team Size: 1 Website:


Elevator Pitch

My business idea is based on creating and designing outdoor furniture from recycled plastic.

Climate Problem

Firstly, it proposes a solution to the pollution we have in the country due to the invasion of plastic, creating a circular business model in which with recycling we will have new raw material to create long-lasting products and not single-use

Solution

We offer outdoor furniture created from plastic collected, cleaned, crushed and transformed into new plates to be used like as wood and designed from this to create new durable products

Revenue Model

The main way to generate income will be through the marketing of these products designed for the coastal area of ​​the country since they will be immune to saltpeter and El Salvador has high tourism in the coastal area that is around 300 km

Target Market

Hotels, hostels, restaurants in the coastal area of ​​El Salvador. Ecological projects, schools, ONGs and architects with an ecological and environmental focus

Social Impact

People Living in Extreme Poverty, Women

Demand Evidence

El Salvador has an extensive coastal area in which it is the main source of tourism and more and more businesses are established in this area, they need functional and quality furniture immune to saltpeter, which is one of the characteristics of plastic

Competitors

My competitors would be these companies that mass produce plastic furniture, however they do not have the added value of being recycled, with an ecological approach and designed especially for them.

Founder Expertise

I am a designer of artisanal products, I have knowledge in furniture design, anthropometry, production processes and marketing.

External Support

None, in El Salvador there is no greater support for this type of initiatives


Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 9570 Ingested: 2026-05-25

Q-Mind · Clean Energy

Q-Mind

Country: El Salvador · San Salvador Category: Clean Energy Impact Areas: Mitigation, Circular Economy Stage: Private Beta Team Size: 3 Website:


Elevator Pitch

Q-Mind is an AI-powered platform that accelerates the discovery and optimization of the next generation of solar cells made of quantum dots. Replacing costly and environmentally damaging laboratory trial-and-error methods with rapid virtual simulations

Climate Problem

Traditional clean energy innovation is too slow, expensive, and wasteful. Developing new materials requires trial-and-error experiments that generate toxic waste and delay the deployment of high-efficiency renewable technologies.

Solution

Q-Mind is an AI-powered virtual lab that simulates and optimizes advanced materials for clean energy. It replaces physical experiments with fast digital testing, reducing cost, time, and environmental impact while accelerating innovation.

Revenue Model

We currently have no revenue, but we plan a SaaS model: subscription-based access, pay-per-simulation, and enterprise licenses. Companies and research labs will pay to accelerate R&D, reduce costs, and optimize materials using our platform.

Target Market

Clean energy companies, materials R&D labs, universities, and deep-tech startups needing faster, cheaper ways to design and optimize advanced materials for renewable energy technologies.

Social Impact

People Living in Extreme Poverty

Demand Evidence

The demand is driven by high R&D costs and long development cycles in materials science. Industry trends show increasing adoption of AI for material discovery to reduce costs, time, and environmental impact.

Competitors

Competitors include materials simulation tools (DFT software) and AI platforms for material discovery. Most are costly or slow. We differentiate by combining speed, low cost, and physics-informed AI. No direct local competitors identified.

Founder Expertise

Our team combines physics, programming, and AI. We developed simulation models, genetic algorithms, and software architecture, integrating semiconductor physics with machine learning tools for material optimization.

External Support

No external support yet. Q-Mind has been fully developed independently as a research-based project, and we are now seeking mentorship, partnerships, and funding to scale it into a startup.


Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 8608 Ingested: 2026-05-25

REGENERA · Air & Environment

REGENERA

Country: El Salvador · San Salvador Category: Air & Environment Impact Areas: Mitigation, Adaptation Stage: Ideation Team Size: 7 Website:


Elevator Pitch

Desarrollo Regenerativo de las partes altas de las Cordilleras Costera y Fronteriza de El Salvador. Accion de mejor con igual importancias de los bienes culturales, economicos, legales, naturales y sociales.

Climate Problem

La urbanizacion amenaza la generacion de agua desde las partes altas de nuestras cordilleras. Entre mas pronto conseguimos fondos y/o donaciones ayudaremos mas y mejor al equilbrio territorial del pais.

Solution

La regeneraciion natural y/o minimamente asistida es una alternativa costo eficiente a las problematicas de degradacion y los costos en el largo plazo generados por la inaccion.

Revenue Model

De la administracion turistica integral de los lotes privados que sean donados y/o compradpos con fondos internacionales.

Target Market

La ciudadania en general incluyendo la diaspora que tiene mucho dinero.

Social Impact

Indigenous Peoples, Migrants, Refugees - Asylum-seekers and Internally Displaced People, People Living in Extreme Poverty, Women

Demand Evidence

La diaspora quiere salvar los lugares de donde provienen hallan nacido en estos o no. El araisgo aun permanece en los adultos contemporaneos migrantes actuales.

Competitors

Los constructores y/o desarrolistas sin escrupulos.

Founder Expertise

Conocemos el territorio y como este se esta viendo destruido por desarrollistas sin responsabilidad ambiental. Contamos con colaboradores en la academia y en los sectores empresarial y gobierno deseosos de apoyar esta causa.

External Support

Birdlife Internacionaly su membrecia nos han proporcionado alternativas de donantes provenientes de familias filantropas y/o de fondos internacionales que apoyan en la compra a perpetuifdad de lotes.


Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 8855 Ingested: 2026-05-25

RedRock Engineering · Water

RedRock Engineering

Country: El Salvador · Cojutepeque Category: Water Impact Areas: Nature-Based Stage: Sketches Team Size: 5 Website:


Elevator Pitch

Scientific research using AI

Climate Problem

Research on Thalassotherapy Applied to Public Health

Solution

Research in thalassotherapy helps reduce the incidence of many common illnesses that overwhelm hospitals, resulting in significant savings in healthcare costs while also relieving pressure on healthcare facilities to provide better service

Revenue Model

Creating a bioreactor for the analysis and separation of nutrients from seawater

Target Market

Health, Nutrition, and Energy

Social Impact

People Living in Extreme Poverty, Women

Demand Evidence

The greatest demand worldwide is for food and energy

Competitors

There is no competition

Founder Expertise

Developer of technological systems for programming and analyzing big data

External Support

None


Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 9078 Ingested: 2026-05-25

SELCA (Soluciones Empresariales de Centroamerica) · Clean Industry

SELCA (Soluciones Empresariales de Centroamerica)

Country: El Salvador · Tegucigalpa, Honduras Category: Clean Industry Impact Areas: Circular Economy Stage: Ideation Team Size: 7 Website: https://gruposelca.com


Elevator Pitch

SElCA purchases used machinery, furniture, and equipment from large companies, factories, shopping centers, and NGOs in Honduras. These items are then brought to our restoration workshop, where they are refurbished and sold to entrepreneurs across the country.

Climate Problem

Large companies generate large volumes of unused furniture, machinery, and raw materials that end up as waste, thereby increasing CO₂ emissions and resource consumption when new products are manufactured.

Solution

SELCA collects, refurbishes, and resells these thousands of items to entrepreneurs throughout Honduras, extending their useful life, reducing waste, and cutting CO₂ emissions through a genuine, profitable, and scalable circular economy model.

Revenue Model

SELCA generates revenue by purchasing unused inventory at low or no cost, refurbishing it, and selling it to small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) at a profit. In 2024, we recovered over 245,000 pounds of materials and prevented more than 300 metric tons of CO₂ emissions. We are scaling our operations through high inventory turnover, e-commerce, and national expansion.

Target Market

Large corporations, factories, banks, NGOs, shopping centers, and companies that are restructuring or winding down their operations—all of these are repurposed and sold to entrepreneurs and small and medium-sized businesses nationwide

Social Impact

Indigenous Peoples, Persons Belonging to National or Ethnic - Religious and Linguistic Minorities, Migrants, People Living in Extreme Poverty, Women, LGBTQI+ People

Demand Evidence

Consistent sales to over 1,200 small and medium-sized businesses each year, high inventory turnover, and daily sales. Companies look to offload assets every month. Our problem isn't demand; it's that we don't have the capacity to capture the entire market.

Competitors

We compete with secondhand sellers, recyclers, and new furniture stores. We stand out by offering restored, affordable, and sustainable products with a measurable climate impact.

Founder Expertise

I hold a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration and a master’s degree in Finance, along with extensive technical and operational skills. I have strong problem-solving abilities and a broad perspective on the scope of the market we aim to cover.

External Support

We have received seed funding from BCIE after winning the MIPYMES VERDE 2025 competition. We have also won SME competitions such as INCAE PYME 2024.


Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 8488 Ingested: 2026-05-25

SMARTDRIVE · Transportation

SMARTDRIVE

Country: El Salvador · SAN SALVADOR Category: Transportation Impact Areas: Mitigation, Circular Economy Stage: Launched Team Size: 5 Website: https://www.facebook.com/p/Smart-Drive-El-Salvador-61579925104197/


Elevator Pitch

SmartDrive provides electric vehicles to delivery and ride-hailing drivers through an inclusive rent-to-own model. We expand access to financing, reduce emissions and costs, and accelerate sustainable urban mobility in Latin America.

Climate Problem

Urban transport for delivery and ride-hailing relies on high-emission vehicles, driving CO₂, air pollution, and high fuel costs. This worsens climate change and limits income for drivers, making cities less sustainable and less inclusive.

Solution

We provide electric vehicles via a rent-to-own model for delivery and ride-hailing drivers. Our platform bundles financing, charging access, and fleet management, replacing fossil vehicles, cutting emissions and costs, and expanding financial inclusion

Revenue Model

We generate revenue through vehicle rental fees (rent-to-own), in-vehicle and fleet advertising, and value-added services such as maintenance, charging, and fleet management solutions.

Target Market

Our target market includes delivery and ride-hailing drivers in urban Latin America, especially underserved individuals lacking access to financing. We also serve corporate fleets in logistics, tourism transport, and employee shuttle services

Social Impact

People Living in Extreme Poverty, Women

Demand Evidence

Demand is validated by our existing fleet with high utilization, strong driver demand, and corporate partnerships. Pilot operations and market studies also confirm rapid growth in EV adoption, delivery, and ride-hailing across Latin America

Competitors

Competitors include low-cost imported used vehicles, traditional rental/leasing firms, ride-hailing fleet operators. Few offer an integrated model combining EVs, financing, and fleet management for underserved drivers.

Founder Expertise

Our team combines expertise from Quantum (EV assembly and maintenance), EISPOWER (solar energy and power systems), and Dimmo (credit management). Together, we integrate clean mobility, energy, and financial inclusion to scale this solution

External Support

We have secured strategic partnerships with EV manufacturers and corporate clients, and launched pilot operations. This support has enabled fleet deployment, technical validation, and early revenue generation.


Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 7832 Ingested: 2026-05-25

SustainSource · Clean Industry

SustainSource

Country: El Salvador · San Salvador Category: Clean Industry Impact Areas: Circular Economy Stage: Ideation Team Size: 1 Website:


Elevator Pitch

We help businesses replace wasteful branded, hospitality, and event products with circular, reusable, and sustainably sourced alternatives that reduce waste, pollution, and resource consumption while creating inclusive economic opportunities.

Climate Problem

Businesses generate waste through disposable promotional, hospitality, and event products, driving unnecessary resource consumption and pollution. This matters because most alternatives are low-value, short-lived, and difficult to trace sustainably

Solution

SustainSource helps businesses replace wasteful branded and hospitality products with reusable, circular, and sustainably sourced alternatives through a curated B2B sourcing model that prioritizes materials, responsible suppliers, and inclusive production

Revenue Model

We will generate revenue through margins on the sale of sustainable products for B2B clients.

Target Market

B2B clients seeking sustainable branded, hospitality, and event solutions, starting with companies and hotels in El Salvador and Central America, with expansion into broader regional markets.

Social Impact

Women

Demand Evidence

My experience in marketing and corporate activations exposed recurring demand for branded materials and visible waste. Growing ESG expectations and sustainable procurement trends suggest increasing demand for better B2B alternatives.

Competitors

Competitors include traditional promotional suppliers, direct importers, and platforms like Alibaba. Most sustainable offers are category-specific, creating an opportunity for an integrated B2B circular sourcing solution.

Founder Expertise

10+ years in marketing and business development across multinational companies, with direct experience in branded procurement, activations, and identifying waste in promotional materials

External Support

No formal external support yet.This is an early-stage concept


Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 9708 Ingested: 2026-05-25

TRIADA EV · Transportation

TRIADA EV

Country: El Salvador · San Salvador Category: Transportation Impact Areas: Mitigation Stage: Ideation Team Size: 3 Website:


Elevator Pitch

TRIADA EV is a fintech platform democratizing EVs using ‘Investment Cells,’ where 3 person groups co-finance one unit. Using social collateral to cut credit risk and a 24/7 triple-shift model, we maximize ROI and carbon savings in emerging markets.

Climate Problem

We target tailpipe emissions from El Salvador’s urban fleets. With over 90% of transport relying on fossil fuels, the transition is blocked by high EV costs. Failing to switch means rising urban heat and missing national carbon neutrality targets.

Solution

We target tailpipe emissions from El Salvador’s urban fleets. With over 90% of transport relying on fossil fuels, the transition is blocked by high costs. Failing to switch means rising urban heat and missing national carbon neutrality targets.

Revenue Model

Revenue is generated through premium EV leasing contracts with Investment Cells. This all-inclusive monthly fee covers the financing margin, management services, and integrated IoT monitoring for 24/7 fleet optimization.

Target Market

Our target market includes urban micro-entrepreneurs and gig-economy drivers in El Salvador who lack individual credit access. By forming Investment Cells, they can transition from gasoline-based rentals to collective ownership of high-yield EVs.

Social Impact

People Living in Extreme Poverty

Demand Evidence

Demand is evidenced by the high rental costs and credit barriers faced by current gig drivers. Our data from Smartdrive shows a strong interest in shifting to EVs for lower fuel costs, but a lack of financing models for groups, which TRIADA EV solves.

Competitors

Direct competitors include traditional car rental agencies and bank-financed ICE fleets. Locally, while EV importers are emerging, no one offers a group-based social collateral model or 24/7 managed fleet operations specifically for gig-entrepreneurs.

Founder Expertise

I bring direct experience in the EV sector as a capital investor and employee at the first EV company in El Salvador. My background in high-volume trade and financial modeling allows me to execute the Triada EV business layer.

External Support

"We leverage the logistical and technical infrastructure of our partner Smartdrive for EV management. Additionally, we operate under the legal framework of El Salvador’s Law for the Promotion of Electric Transportation, providing key fiscal incentives."


Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 10191 Ingested: 2026-05-25

VOSCREAS · Food & Agriculture

VOSCREAS

Country: El Salvador · Santa Tecla Category: Food & Agriculture Impact Areas: Circular Economy Stage: Ideation Team Size: 2 Website:


Elevator Pitch

VOSCREAS is an enterprise dedicated to finding solutions to environmental degradation, biodiversity loss and climate change. We seek to utilize renewable energy sources and biomass for useful products without harmful residues or greenhouse gas emissions.

Climate Problem

We want to convert the invasive aquatic plant, water hyacinth into biodegradable plastics and to create biochar for climate change mitigation. The hyacinth has an intense carbon capture capacity. We seek to sequester the carbon long-term via biochar.

Solution

By converting infestations of hyacinth into bioplastics and biochar we are supporting aquatic ecosystem functioning, removing atmospheric carbon, generating biological life and water retention in soils and creating an alternative to conventional plastics.

Revenue Model

We hope to generate revenue via foundations, interested investors and carbon credits in the voluntary market. We feel that the project is viable fulfilling clear demands. Our strategic alliance with HyaPak of Kenya is a powerful plus given great success.

Target Market

We will target supermarkets and enterprises that use plastic bags. We will make Styrofoam substitutes for food dispensers. We will appeal to universities and institutions opposed to plastics. Re: biochar, we will target farmers, landscapers and nurseries.

Social Impact

Indigenous Peoples, People Living in Extreme Poverty, Women, LGBTQI+ People

Demand Evidence

There is a general revulsion to conventional plastics given their visceral effects in rivers, reservoirs, highways, streets, beaches etc. There are promising initiatives to make single use plastics illegal. That would be a tremendous boost for the project

Competitors

There is no commercial promotion of truly ecological bioplastics or biochar. The biochar will admittedly need campaigns of promotion.

Founder Expertise

I worked for over a decade on environmental and climate issues. I conducted extensive campaigns in favor of alternatives. I help to coordinate national and international players for effective technical assistance. I am a team player to fulfill our needs.

External Support

We have not received financial support. We do have important technical backing from the faculties of engineering and agronomy of the National University. We also have backing of HyaPak winner of the UNEP prize for conversion of hyacinth into bioplastics.


Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 9198 Ingested: 2026-05-25

Venta de productos melissa · Food & Agriculture

Venta de productos melissa

Country: El Salvador · Santa rosa de lima la union Category: Food & Agriculture Impact Areas: Circular Economy Stage: Pre-orders Team Size: 2 Website:


Elevator Pitch

Sale of Melissa products

Climate Problem

General public

Solution

Quick solutions

Revenue Model

Yes

Target Market

General public

Social Impact

People Living in Extreme Poverty

Demand Evidence

Of course, they are organic products

Competitors

Yes

Founder Expertise

I have sales experience

External Support

I haven't received any government assistance


Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 8755 Ingested: 2026-05-25

NUTRICHAR · Air & Environment (App 8684)

NUTRICHAR

Country: El Salvador · San Salvador Este Category: Air & Environment Impact Areas: Mitigation, Adaptation, Circular Economy Stage: Ideation Team Size: 3 Website:


Elevator Pitch

Nutrichar transforms coconut waste into high-tech biochar, enriched with nutrients and nanostructures to regenerate soil. Our solution permanently sequesters carbon and boosts agricultural productivity through rigorous scientific methods.

Climate Problem

We address soil degradation and the surplus of coconut waste, which emits methane as it decomposes. Nutrichar permanently sequesters carbon and reduces the use of chemicals, which is vital for agricultural resilience and global climate mitigation.

Solution

We transform coconut husks into biochar enriched with nutrients and nanostructures. In practice, we sequester carbon from waste and restore soil health, reducing our reliance on synthetic fertilizers.

Revenue Model

Our main source of revenue is the direct sale of enriched biochar to coffee and cocoa farms with which we already have development agreements. We will also expand into remediation companies and the sale of carbon credits.

Target Market

Our target market consists of coffee and cocoa exporters, farms growing staple crops, and soil remediation companies. We focus on high-value agriculture that requires soil regeneration and scientific validation.

Social Impact

Indigenous Peoples, People Living in Extreme Poverty, Women

Demand Evidence

We validate market demand through agreements with coffee and cocoa farms for field trials, as they understand the benefits of biochar during periods of water stress and in the face of environmental and soil issues that necessitate soil regeneration

Competitors

We compete with traditional synthetic fertilizers and small-scale biochar producers. There are no competitors in the area that match our level of scientific rigor or our use of nanostructures, graphene, and mycorrhizae for nutrient enrichment.

Founder Expertise

We offer training in strategic thinking, business models, and digital marketing. We also bring technical leadership in advanced biotechnology (graphene, nanostructures) and strategic partnerships for scientific validation in the field.

External Support

We have agreements with coffee and cocoa farms for field validation. The Gloria de Kriete Foundation connects us with producers of staple crops, and Jorge Cuadra leads technical development in nanostructures, mycorrhizae, and graphene.


Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 8684 Ingested: 2026-05-25