# Idea Browser CLP26 ClimateLaunchpad Ideas — 233 cleantech startups from Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Peru # CLP26 — Costa Rica (64 ideas) ClimateLaunchpad 2026 — Costa Rica 🇨🇷 # ARCONS CONTAINERS · Clean Industry # ARCONS CONTAINERS **Country:** Costa Rica · Alajuela **Category:** Clean Industry **Impact Areas:** Adaptation, Circular Economy **Stage:** Ideation **Team Size:** 5 **Website:** https://arconscontainers.com/ --- ## Elevator Pitch We create modular architecture that adapts to its surroundings rather than imposing itself on them. We repurpose shipping containers to develop sustainable, efficient spaces that are prepared for the climate challenges of the future. ## Climate Problem The construction sector has a significant environmental impact, and many buildings are not designed to withstand tropical climates. This leads to increased energy consumption, waste, and vulnerability to extreme heat and heavy rainfall. ## Solution We design modular spaces using repurposed shipping containers and bioclimatic strategies such as natural ventilation, shading, and efficient use of materials, thereby reducing waste, energy consumption, and environmental impact. ## Revenue Model We generate revenue through the design, construction, and sale of sustainable modular spaces, architectural consulting, and the development of rental projects in the commercial, tourism, hospitality, and office sectors, all tailored to the tropical climate. ## Target Market Individuals and businesses seeking sustainable, modular solutions tailored to the tropical climate for housing, tourist accommodations, offices, retail spaces, and real estate development in Costa Rica. ## Social Impact Migrants ## Demand Evidence Our track record is evidenced by completed projects, active clients, operational rental properties, and sustained growth in interest in sustainable, efficient solutions that are well-suited to the tropical climate. ## Competitors There are modular container construction companies in Costa Rica that emerged years after we started. What sets us apart is our integration of architecture, construction, climate adaptation, and sustainability into a comprehensive, functional system. ## Founder Expertise As an architect, I bring expertise in architecture, modular construction, and sustainable project development, combining bioclimatic design, construction management, and the day-to-day operation of commercial, tourism, and office spaces. ## External Support We have secured bank financing and are recognized as an SME, hold CFIA registration, and have received consecutive environmental certifications for our sustainable practices and responsible resource management. --- *Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 9058* *Ingested: 2026-05-25* # Abonos GuanaVerde · Food & Agriculture # Abonos GuanaVerde **Country:** Costa Rica · Bagaces **Category:** Food & Agriculture **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy, Nature-Based **Stage:** Launched **Team Size:** 2 **Website:** https://abonosguanaverde.com/ --- ## Elevator Pitch GuanaVerde Fertilizers produces organic bio-inputs from organic waste that previously could have caused pollution. We transform these materials into living fertilizers that improve soil quality, strengthen crops, and reduce the use of agrochemicals. ## Climate Problem Improper management of organic waste leads to pollution, unpleasant odors, and emissions. In addition, excessive use of agrochemicals degrades the soil. This is important because it affects productivity, water quality, biodiversity, and soil health. ## Solution GuanaVerde Fertilizers transforms organic waste into vermicompost, compost, leachate, and tea containing beneficial microorganisms, thereby reducing pollution and providing bio-inputs that regenerate soil and reduce the use of agrochemicals. ## Revenue Model We will generate revenue by selling vermicompost, compost, enriched soil, leachate, tea, and other organic inputs to farmers, nurseries, gardens, orchards, pastures, and distributors, while strengthening our scheduled deliveries and technical advisory services. ## Target Market Farmers, ranchers, nurseries, landscapers, gardeners, home gardeners, regenerative farms, and distributors looking to improve soil health and reduce the use of agrochemicals ## Social Impact Migrants, People Living in Extreme Poverty ## Demand Evidence We are already selling products, receiving repeat orders, and seeing interest from farmers, nurseries, gardens, and pastures in organic alternatives that improve soil quality and reduce the use of agrochemicals ## Competitors We compete with chemical fertilizers, commercial compost, local organic fertilizers, and nurseries that sell growing media. In Guanacaste, there are small-scale producers of compost, bio-inputs, enriched soil, growing media, and other products. ## Founder Expertise We offer expertise in vermiculture, composting, organic waste management, the production of bio-inputs, support for growers, and practical knowledge of soils, crops, gardening, pastures, and regenerative agriculture. Based on trials with clients. ## External Support We have received support from Banca para el Desarrollo through the Activa CATIE program, in the form of non-repayable funds to strengthen the project, improve processes, and advance the growth of Abonos GuanaVerde. --- *Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 9164* *Ingested: 2026-05-25* # Agroecológica Alvarez · Food & Agriculture # Agroecológica Alvarez **Country:** Costa Rica · San Carlos **Category:** Food & Agriculture **Impact Areas:** Mitigation **Stage:** Launched **Team Size:** 4 **Website:** — --- ## Elevator Pitch Evergreen ## Climate Problem The greenhouse effect: I'm reforesting as much as I can with various native species, including the mountain almond tree, which is important for the endangered green macaw. ## Solution I want to register the entire property ## Revenue Model I have a farm, but I want to incorporate tourism into the same property ## Target Market Local and foreign businesses ## Social Impact People Living in Extreme Poverty ## Demand Evidence I have experience in the areas I am currently working on or developing, and I am aware of the area's potential. ## Competitors The closest option would be Fortuna, but rather than being a competitor, it would be a partner in attracting many people interested in green practices. ## Founder Expertise All of this is based on my career, the courses I've taken, and the knowledge I've acquired. ## External Support None --- *Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 8906* *Ingested: 2026-05-25* # Agrosenser, Sistema de precisión Agrícola e inteligencia Satelital · Food & Agriculture # Agrosenser, Sistema de precisión Agrícola e inteligencia Satelital **Country:** Costa Rica · Cartago **Category:** Food & Agriculture **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy **Stage:** Private Beta **Team Size:** 3 **Website:** https://rossmon.co.cr/ --- ## Elevator Pitch La integración de datos de sensores en campo (IoT) con imágenes satelitales para obtener una visión completa del estado de los cultivos. Los datos satelitales permiten identificar patrones como estrés hídrico ect, para la toma de decisiones en cultivos. ## Climate Problem Nuestra startup aborda el estrés hídrico y la variabilidad climática que afectan la agricultura, provocando menor productividad y riesgo alimentario. Es clave porque optimizar el uso del agua mejora la resiliencia y sostenibilidad de los cultivos. ## Solution Ofrecemos AgroSenser, una solución que integra sensores IoT y datos satelitales para monitorear cultivos en tiempo real, detectar estrés hídrico y apoyar decisiones precisas, optimizando el uso de agua y aumentando la resiliencia climática. ## Revenue Model Modelo de negocio SaaS para AgroSenser Plan básico: acceso a plataforma y monitoreo satelital Plan avanzado: incluye sensores IoT, alertas y analítica predictiva Plan premium: integración completa, reportes avanzados y soporte especializado ## Target Market El mercado objetivo de AgroSenser son productores agrícolas, pequeña medianas y grandes fincas, así como cooperativas y agroindustrias que buscan optimizar el uso de agua, mejorar la productividad y adaptarse al cambio climático. ## Social Impact People Living in Extreme Poverty, Women ## Demand Evidence Hemos validado la demanda mediante entrevistas con productores y cooperativas, identificando necesidades claras en gestión de agua y monitoreo de cultivos. validado en programas del IICA. Procomer, Catie e Icafé. en la región. ## Competitors John Deere integra maquinaria + datos + analítica y Climate FieldView plataforma de datos agrícolas y Trimble / AGCO / Raven → soluciones de agricultura de precisión con IoT y datos. Agosenser integra IOT, Inteligencia satelital y Analítica IA Analít ## Founder Expertise Experienciaen desarrollo de tecnología, integración de IoT y analítica avanzada, combinada con proyectos reales en agricultura sostenible. Esto permite transformar datos satelitales y de campo en soluciones prácticas para mejorar productivi ## External Support AgroSenser ha recibido apoyo técnico y validación en proyectos, con ICAFE Y PROCOMER acompañamiento en innovación AgroTech. --- *Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 10061* *Ingested: 2026-05-25* # AmbiciOsas · Air & Environment # AmbiciOsas **Country:** Costa Rica · Bahia Ballena, Osa **Category:** Air & Environment **Impact Areas:** Adaptation, Circular Economy **Stage:** Ideation **Team Size:** 12 **Website:** https://recycleosa.com/ --- ## Elevator Pitch AmbiciOsas is a circular economy startup that combines recycling, innovation, and green jobs with education and the processing of post-consumer materials, blending community engagement, music, and art with environmental awareness. ## Climate Problem "AmbiciOsas" addresses air and marine pollution caused by urban growth and poor waste management along Costa Rica's South Pacific coast, particularly recyclable materials that end up in rivers, beaches, and oceans. ## Solution We focus on three main areas: individual responsibility through recycling collection, advocacy by working with governments and businesses to transform the waste management system, and environmental education through clean-up campaigns ## Revenue Model We generate revenue through recycling collection memberships for homes and businesses, fees for accepting recyclable materials, the sale of recovered materials, and our Recycle Shop, where we sell reused items. ## Target Market Households, businesses, hotels, tour operators, and coastal communities in the South Pacific region of Costa Rica seeking sustainable solutions for waste management. We also work with local governments, companies, and organizations interested in eco- ## Social Impact Refugees - Asylum-seekers and Internally Displaced People, People Living in Extreme Poverty, Women ## Demand Evidence AmbiciOsas was born out of a social need for recycling services. We operate in Costa Rica, a country internationally recognized for its focus on environmental conservation, and on the Osa Peninsula, one of the most biodiverse regions in the world. ## Competitors Our main competitors are other recycling centers and waste management companies in southern Costa Rica. In recent years, these facilities have closed due to financial difficulties; the one closest to us closed a month ago. ## Founder Expertise I am a political scientist and social entrepreneur with experience in sustainability, community leadership, and environmental projects in Latin America. I have worked with international organizations, local governments, and businesses on issues related to social innovation. ## External Support So far, the project has been sustained mainly through the support of individuals, volunteers, and community members committed to environmental conservation, who have paid membership fees and made donations. --- *Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 9190* *Ingested: 2026-05-25* # Arusha Ungalishe · Food & Agriculture # Arusha Ungalishe **Country:** Costa Rica · Limon **Category:** Food & Agriculture **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy **Stage:** Prototype **Team Size:** -4 **Website:** — --- ## Elevator Pitch Rich Pure Nutrition ## Climate Problem Unreliable rainfall from climate change affect food security. We use resilient crops like sorghum and millet in Ungalishe to ensure stable nutrition in all seasons. This matters as it secures child health against climate-induced food shortage ## Solution We offer Ungalishe, a nutritive flour from millet, sorghum, and cassava. We buy these climate-resilient crops from local farmers, process them into affordable, nutrient-rich packs, and distribute them to families to combat malnutrition in all markets ## Revenue Model Revenue comes from selling Ungalishe in 500g, 1kg, and 2kg packs. By getting raw materials from local farmers at affordable prices, we lower costs. Sales will be made through local and regional markets to reach families of all income levels in Arusha. ## Target Market The children who are have finished breast feeding from age of 6 months. ## Social Impact People of African Descent, Indigenous Peoples, People Living in Extreme Poverty, Women ## Demand Evidence In Arusha, children face malnutrition due to poor diets and parents are actively seeking affordable, mineral-rich flour, which is the gap Ungalishe fills. Our priority is social impact that is securing the health of future generations through better food ## Competitors My competitors include local small-scale grinding mills in Arusha and major national companies like Azam and Monaban. ## Founder Expertise As the food production manager and marketing manager hence i ensure the correct formulars and proportions needed to used for the manufacturing of the flour and searching for the demand, local farmers and setting of the price ## External Support None --- *Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 8978* *Ingested: 2026-05-25* # Association for the Recycling of Plastic and Palm (ARPP) · Air & Environment # Association for the Recycling of Plastic and Palm (ARPP) **Country:** Costa Rica · Matapalo, Puntarenas **Category:** Air & Environment **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy **Stage:** Prototype **Team Size:** 10 **Website:** — --- ## Elevator Pitch ARPP is a non-profit creative waste economy organization developing ongoing and profitable markets for waste plastic and oil palm, fostering micro-businesses, resulting in measurable reductions in waste. Future expansion is planned globally with partners. ## Climate Problem Plastic waste is a global problem. Only 10% of plastic waste globally is recycled, despite hundreds of millions invested into recycling facilities. Oil palm trunk waste is a lesser problem globally, however significant in the countries that grow palms. ## Solution Our decentralized model reduces collection costs by 80%. Machinery is low cost, made from as much recycled materials as possible. Collectors operate their own micro-business, buying the machinery from ARPP, paying for machinery in collected materials. ## Revenue Model ARPP will make products (lumber, furniture and home furnishings) from the collected materials. These products will be sold through building materials suppliers, farmers markets and directly to contractors. The profits will be used to make more machinery. ## Target Market Building Materials Suppliers, Building Contractors, Homeowners ## Social Impact People of African Descent, Indigenous Peoples, People Living in Extreme Poverty, Women ## Demand Evidence I interviewed a variety of different types of potential customers; architects, contractors, building materials suppliers, homeowners. The responses were 100% positive. Some respond to the 'green' aspect, some respond to the durability aspect. ## Competitors There are 3 companies in Costa Rica who make products similar to those we will manufacture. I have visited with 2 of these companies. They all operate on a small scale, serving their local areas. ## Founder Expertise I founded ARPP. 50 years experience in founding and building several small businesses in the USA. I was a broker of recycled telecommunications equipment, built a 2000km fiber optic network and 4 data centers, have a US patent in the consumer media space ## External Support I have spent 1.5 years studying all aspects of plastic and palm waste. I have travelled to several countries to meet with equipment manufacturers and finished goods manufacturers. --- *Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 10076* *Ingested: 2026-05-25* # BioPack · Clean Industry # BioPack **Country:** Costa Rica · Tres Ríos, Cartago **Category:** Clean Industry **Impact Areas:** Mitigation, Circular Economy **Stage:** Prototype **Team Size:** 2 **Website:** — --- ## Elevator Pitch BioPackturns coffee pulp and banana leaf waste into compostable food containers via hot-press molding. We replace single-use plastic packaging with a locally sourced biocomposite that closes two agricultural waste loops in Costa Rica. ## Climate Problem Costa Rica imports 70,000+ tons/year of single-use plastic packaging, discarded within hours. Meanwhile, coffee processing and banana farming generate massive lignocellulosic waste — polluting waterways (BOD up to 20,000 mg/L) and emitting methane in land ## Solution BioPack CR: a compostable clamshell food container made from coffee pulp (structural core) and banana leaf (natural grease barrier via cuticular waxes), bound with cassava starch and formed by hot-press molding. Fully biocompostable under EN 13432 in 3-6 ## Revenue Model B2B sales of compostable containers to restaurants, sodas, and delivery platforms. Target unit cost under ₡350 at scale with aluminum molds and solar-assisted drying. Premium positioning supported by Law 9786 mandating single-use plastic replacement in CR ## Target Market B2B: restaurants, “sodas” (local eateries), and food delivery platforms in Costa Rica’s Greater Metropolitan Area. Over 70,000 tons of single-use food packaging are imported annually. Law 9786 mandates progressive replacement of single-use plastics. ## Social Impact People Living in Extreme Poverty ## Demand Evidence Field research: surveys with end consumers, soda owners, and delivery operators. 85% report spills as top complaint, 70% prefer compostable options if performance matches conventional packaging. ## Competitors Imported EPS/PP clamshells dominate on price (₡50-150/unit). Local molded fiber alternatives are minimal. No competitor in Costa Rica combines coffee pulp + banana leaf in a single biocomposite. Our intrinsic wax barrier differentiates us from generic fib ## Founder Expertise Product design and biocomposite R&D (Fabrizio): formulation, hot-press molding, 3D printing, CAD, user research. Production and visual communication (Keilyn): hands-on prototype finishing, mold work, graphic deliverables, and field material collection. ## External Support Academic mentorship from Prof. Osvaldo Ruiz (LCI Véritas, Product Design). Mechanical testing specimens submitted to Instituto Tecnológico de Costa Rica (TEC) for tensile, compression, and flexion characterization. No financial support received. --- *Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 7284* *Ingested: 2026-05-25* # BioResin · Clean Industry # BioResin **Country:** Costa Rica · San José **Category:** Clean Industry **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy **Stage:** Sketches **Team Size:** 2 **Website:** https://bioresincr.com --- ## Elevator Pitch We are a startup that develops biodegradable bioplastics made from cassava starch for agricultural and export applications. Our goal is to minimize the use of conventional plastics, reduce waste, and improve post-consumer waste management. ## Climate Problem The issue at hand is reducing the use of conventional plastic in agricultural and export applications that generate large amounts of waste and incur high post-consumer waste management costs ## Solution Our solution involves developing bioplastics derived from natural sources such as cassava, thereby minimizing the excessive use of conventional plastic in high-volume agricultural supply chains by offering functional bioplastics with a lower environmental impact ## Revenue Model Our revenue model will be B2B, selling bioplastics directly to agricultural exporters and input suppliers seeking new sustainable alternatives to incorporate into their product lines and value chains ## Target Market Our product is designed for the agricultural market and other sectors such as fruit and vegetable exports. Its various agricultural applications include transportation, protection, and use during planting, growth, and harvesting. ## Social Impact People of African Descent, People Living in Extreme Poverty, Women, LGBTQI+ People ## Demand Evidence The global market is being impacted by the excessive management of post-consumer plastic waste, prompting companies and consumers to become more environmentally conscious and seek new solutions to this problem ## Competitors Our direct competitors are any conventional plastic manufacturers, as they offer a product with a well-established and stable market; in our country, there are several conventional plastic manufacturers and one bioplastic company ## Founder Expertise We are a team with expertise in the fields of chemistry, engineering, the medical industry, the plastics industry, and agrochemicals; as a result, our team brings extensive experience in various areas related to the industrial and agricultural sectors. ## External Support We have received a grant from Impact Hub through the Constelar initiative --- *Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 9557* *Ingested: 2026-05-25* # Biogrow CR · Water # Biogrow CR **Country:** Costa Rica · Guanacaste **Category:** Water **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy **Stage:** Launched **Team Size:** 3 **Website:** — --- ## Elevator Pitch We turn biosolids into organic fertilizer. We promote the circular economy. We improve soil fertility. ## Climate Problem Bio Grow CR reduces emissions and pollution by converting biosolids into organic fertilizer, replacing chemical fertilizers and promoting the circular economy. ## Solution Bio Grow CR transforms biosolids into organic fertilizer through controlled treatment and composting. In doing so, it reduces waste and emissions and replaces chemical fertilizers, promoting a circular economy. ## Revenue Model We generate revenue by charging for biosolids management and selling the resulting organic fertilizer, through recurring contracts with agricultural customers. ## Target Market Hospitality, agriculture, and livestock farming ## Social Impact People Living in Extreme Poverty, Women, LGBTQI+ People ## Demand Evidence We already have contracts in place, but the biosolids are not being processed; they are simply sent to a final disposal site, and the resulting fertilizer or compost is flooding the market. ## Competitors Industrial-scale compost producers ## Founder Expertise I bring experience in waste management, logistics, and environmental services, along with an entrepreneurial approach to developing sustainable solutions. ## External Support None --- *Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 8840* *Ingested: 2026-05-25* # Bioware Costa Rica · Clean Industry # Bioware Costa Rica **Country:** Costa Rica · San José **Category:** Clean Industry **Impact Areas:** Mitigation, Adaptation, Circular Economy, Nature-Based **Stage:** Pre-orders **Team Size:** 10 **Website:** https://biowarecr.com --- ## Elevator Pitch Bioware develops compostable materials and products from natural waste, replacing single-use plastics. We turn innovation into market-ready sustainable solutions, backed by real-world validation and growing demand. ## Climate Problem Bioware addresses greenhouse gas emissions and pollution caused by agricultural waste and single-use plastics by transforming agricultural biomass into compostable materials for industries such as packaging, textiles, and construction. ## Solution Bioware transforms agricultural waste into compostable biomaterials and sustainable raw materials to replace plastics and polluting materials in industries such as packaging, textiles, and construction, thereby reducing emissions, waste, and dependence on ## Revenue Model Currently, through the manufacture and sale of compostable tableware as an alternative to single-use plastics ## Target Market European countries with a mature environmental consciousness ## Social Impact People Living in Extreme Poverty, Women ## Demand Evidence Bioware has identified Europe as a target market because European countries are accelerating regulations against single-use plastics, promoting compostable materials, and demanding circular economy and decarbonization solutions. This is driving high demand ## Competitors Our competitors include manufacturers of bioplastics and compostable packaging in Europe and Latin America. In Costa Rica, there are alternatives focused on recycling or bagasse, but Bioware stands out for transforming agricultural biomass into a wide range of applications ## Founder Expertise We have experience in biomaterials development, the circular economy, and the recovery of agricultural waste. We have validated processes for converting biomass into functional materials for use in packaging, textiles, and construction. ## External Support We have participated in scaling programs --- *Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 9107* *Ingested: 2026-05-25* # Clean Speed · Transportation # Clean Speed **Country:** Costa Rica · Curridabat **Category:** Transportation **Impact Areas:** Mitigation, Circular Economy **Stage:** Sketches **Team Size:** 5 **Website:** https://luemba.me/projectos --- ## Elevator Pitch It's a ground-effect aircraft that uses a hybrid electric propulsion system to reduce pollution by more than 50%. It also lowers operating costs. ## Climate Problem Air transport is one of the most polluting industries; solutions are now available, but more political will is needed. ## Solution The solution is to build aircraft that use more environmentally friendly and economical technology. ## Revenue Model We plan to sell tours and transport of people and goods. ## Target Market Tourism and cargo transport ## Social Impact Migrants ## Demand Evidence Jet fuel has risen sharply and is in short supply. ## Competitors There are none. ## Founder Expertise We specialize in electric transport and solar panel system installations ## External Support We currently have the advice of engineers from NASA and Boeing, experts in 3D design. --- *Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 8971* *Ingested: 2026-05-25* # Cursos de Huertas Urbanas Orgánicas · Food & Agriculture # Cursos de Huertas Urbanas Orgánicas **Country:** Costa Rica · San Ramón Alajuela **Category:** Food & Agriculture **Impact Areas:** Nature-Based **Stage:** Launched **Team Size:** 3 **Website:** — --- ## Elevator Pitch I teach people how to grow their own chemical-free organic food because the body doesn't need chemicals—it needs health! ## Climate Problem Rain and heat lead to pest infestations and stunted crop growth. ## Solution Biological control. Soils rich in microorganisms. Insecticides made from fruits and vegetables—nature itself teaches us how to mitigate damage. ## Revenue Model Offering courses in organic farming and selling chemical-free vegetables. ## Target Market People who take care of their health and improve their lifestyle without chemicals. ## Social Impact People of African Descent, Migrants, People Living in Extreme Poverty, Women ## Demand Evidence Because people are already signing up and paying for the courses I teach. And they buy organic vegetables from me. ## Competitors People who are also trying to teach courses. ## Founder Expertise I have 14 years of experience in crop cultivation. I have degrees in hydroponics, protected-environment crop production, and organic farming. ## External Support I haven't received any financial aid. Only from the institution where I studied. --- *Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 8946* *Ingested: 2026-05-25* # Destino Crucero Carbono · Air & Environment # Destino Crucero Carbono **Country:** Costa Rica · Puntarenas **Category:** Air & Environment **Impact Areas:** Adaptation, Circular Economy, Nature-Based **Stage:** Private Beta **Team Size:** 75 **Website:** — --- ## Elevator Pitch 4-in-1 ## Climate Problem sets emission limits for luxury cruise ships and complies with the MARPOL Convention; we will restore and repopulate the ## Solution An innovative way to reduce air pollution through a tourism package that will provide jobs for vulnerable people and restore a Ramsar mangrove wetland ## Revenue Model through the sale of a tour package that will be purchased by international tourists through promotions by cruise lines ## Target Market Luxury Cruises for International Tourists ## Social Impact People Living in Extreme Poverty, Women, LGBTQI+ People ## Demand Evidence No one is doing anything to protect the Puntarenas mangrove forest, and no one has any innovative ideas for reducing cruise ship emissions ## Competitors no one ## Founder Expertise value proposition, addresses cruise industry greenhouse gas emissions through offsetting, creates jobs in underserved communities, city carbon footprint, ## External Support none --- *Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 8798* *Ingested: 2026-05-25* # Diana López-ecojoyas · Air & Environment # Diana López-ecojoyas **Country:** Costa Rica · San Rafael de Heredia **Category:** Air & Environment **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy, Nature-Based **Stage:** Launched **Team Size:** 1 **Website:** — --- ## Elevator Pitch Diana López transforms natural palm waste into eco-friendly jewelry and sustainable design solutions, combining craftsmanship, innovation, and the circular economy. We turn discarded biomaterials into products with aesthetic, cultural, environmental, and commercial value. ## Climate Problem "My startup addresses the issue of plant biomass waste and linear production models that generate waste and emissions. We transform palm waste into valuable products, promoting the circular economy, efficient use of resources, and environmental awareness." ## Solution "We collect natural palm waste from fallen palms and transform it using traditional methods into biomaterials and designer products with commercial value. In this way, we reduce waste, extend the useful life of resources, and promote a circular economy." ## Revenue Model I will generate revenue through the sale of eco-jewelry and sustainably designed products, custom orders, trade shows, and digital channels, as well as partnerships with stores, hotels, and the tourism industry, and future workshops or licensing of biomaterials. ## Target Market My target market consists of conscious consumers, businesses, hotels, design stores, and sustainable tourism operators who value artisanal products, innovation, creativity, cultural identity, and solutions focused on sustainability and the circular economy. ## Social Impact People Living in Extreme Poverty, Women ## Demand Evidence I have validated this through sales at trade shows, social media contacts, customer recommendations, and direct feedback. These real-world interactions demonstrate the market’s interest in sustainable, artisanal products with a distinct identity. ## Competitors My competitors include local artisanal brands such as TAABIT and other designers in Costa Rica. What sets me apart is my focus on transforming palm waste into biomaterials and eco-jewelry, with an emphasis on the circular economy, cultural identity, and innovation. ## Founder Expertise I bring experience in design, craftsmanship, product development, and the processing of biomaterials. I have researched, collected, and validated manual processes using palm waste, integrating creativity, sustainability, identity, and business acumen. ## External Support I have received training and support from the MEIC, INA, ICT, and the municipalities of Heredia. I have also received logistical and marketing support at national trade shows. My business was featured on Channel 7 and on "Historias" on Channel 11, which has boosted its visibility and credibility. --- *Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 9311* *Ingested: 2026-05-25* # ECONEXUS · Food & Agriculture # ECONEXUS **Country:** Costa Rica · San Jise **Category:** Food & Agriculture **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy **Stage:** Ideation **Team Size:** 7 **Website:** — --- ## Elevator Pitch Territorial regeneration model, circular economy, and community development ## Climate Problem EcoNexus addresses deforestation, soil degradation, and water loss driven by unsustainable agriculture. This matters because it reduces biodiversity, weakens food security, and accelerates climate change, impacting both ecosystems and communities. ## Solution EcoNexus restores ecosystems though reforestation, regenerative agriculture, and circular waste systems. It integrates eco-villages, training, and sustainable production to recover soils, protect water, and create resilient, community-driven economies. ## Revenue Model EcoNexus generates revenue through regenerative agriculture products, eco tourism, training programs, carbon credits, and circular waste services. Multiple income streams ensure sustainability while restoring ecosystems and supporting local communities. ## Target Market Our target market includes municipalities, rural communities, landowners, and organizations seeking sustainable land use, waste management, and regeneration solutions, as well as eco-concius travelers a d participants in training programs. ## Social Impact Migrants, Women ## Demand Evidence Demand is evident from raising deforestation, waste challenges, and climate impacts, along with growing interest from communities, municipalities, and organizations seeking sustainable land use, regeneration, and circular economy solutions. ## Competitors Includes local environmental NGOs, regenerative agriculture projects, and waste management firms. In Costa Rica, iniciatives and similar programs operate in overlapping areas, though EcoNexus integrates restoration, production, and community development. ## Founder Expertise We bring experience in regenerative land design, eco-community planning, environmental education, and field implementation. Our team integrates practical training, project development, and local knowledge to execute sustainable, community-based solutions. ## External Support We have not yet received external support. The project has been developed independently through internal planning, strategic design, and groundwork, and we are now seeking partnerships and seed funding to begin implementation. --- *Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 9036* *Ingested: 2026-05-25* # EcoGranja Lodge · Food & Agriculture # EcoGranja Lodge **Country:** Costa Rica · San Carlos **Category:** Food & Agriculture **Impact Areas:** Mitigation, Adaptation, Circular Economy, Nature-Based **Stage:** Unknown **Team Size:** 5 **Website:** — --- ## Elevator Pitch EcoGranja Lodge develops regenerative farm systems that improve cattle water access, restore biodiversity through living fences and rotational grazing, and capture rainwater for circular food production and climate resilience. ## Climate Problem Climate change is increasing drought risk, water stress, and biodiversity loss in livestock systems. Farms need resilient solutions that improve water access, restore ecosystems, and sustain food production. ## Solution We build regenerative farm systems using rainwater harvesting, distributed cattle water access, living fences, rotational grazing, and circular food production to improve resilience, biodiversity, and sustainable farming. ## Revenue Model We will generate revenue through regenerative farm design, installation of water and biodiversity systems, training programs, demonstration experiences, and future consulting services. ## Target Market Regenerative livestock farms, cattle producers, rural landowners, and agricultural communities seeking climate-resilient infrastructure, biodiversity restoration, and sustainable food production systems. ## Social Impact Migrants, People Living in Extreme Poverty, Women ## Demand Evidence Our family has over 60 years of farming experience and we have directly experienced water stress, cattle walking long distances for water, and land degradation. We have already tested living fences, rainwater harvesting, and rotational grazing. ## Competitors Traditional cattle farms, tilapia producers, and conventional agricultural systems. Our advantage is combining regenerative livestock, biodiversity restoration, water resilience, and circular food production in one integrated model. ## Founder Expertise We are a third-generation farming family with over 60 years of experience in livestock, dairy production, agriculture, and land management, supported by training in Nature-based Solutions and regenerative practices. ## External Support We received support from CATIE through the ACTIVA program, including training in Ecosystem-based Adaptation and Nature-based Solutions with seed funding support. We also received technical guidance from MAG --- *Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 10057* *Ingested: 2026-05-25* # Ecoaldeas frutales · Efficiency # Ecoaldeas frutales **Country:** Costa Rica · Alajuela **Category:** Efficiency **Impact Areas:** Mitigation, Circular Economy **Stage:** Ideation **Team Size:** 1 **Website:** — --- ## Elevator Pitch Eco-friendly design Homegrown fruits and vegetables Generates electricity, water, gas, and compost, and supports recycling ## Climate Problem Concrete homes account for 40% of global CO2 emissions and cost families 60% of their income. 100 million people in Latin America cannot afford affordable housing. Earth, bamboo, and recycled waste reduce emissions by 90%, but cities lack the models and funding to scale this approach. ## Solution Create eco-villages with 2 hectares per family or 1 hectare for growing food, building homes out of mud, recycled materials, or bamboo, with free electricity and water, and biogas And in cities, plant fruit trees along sidewalks so we don’t have to rely on supermarkets ## Revenue Model Three sources of revenue: 1) Developers pay for design and construction. 2) Municipalities pay to reduce carbon emissions and waste. 3) Residents pay a low fee for electricity and water, which is 70% cheaper. Tokens fund maintenance. ## Target Market Low-income families looking to buy their first home at an affordable price in ecovillages, wealthy individuals interested in establishing ecovillages, and middle-class workers willing to help create them ## Social Impact Indigenous Peoples, People Living in Extreme Poverty, Women ## Demand Evidence Costa Rica faces a housing shortage of 150,000 units, and energy costs rose by 30% in 2025. Municipalities have set zero-emissions goals but lack an affordable model. Families want affordable housing. Developers are pursuing green construction to access climate funds. ## Competitors Traditional concrete developers are the main competition, but their homes are expensive and polluting. No local developer builds entire eco-villages using adobe, bamboo, and recycled materials on a large scale. Earthships do exist, but they are not urban. ## Founder Expertise I am an entrepreneur with expertise in earthen construction, bamboo construction, and sustainable building. I understand the housing shortage in Costa Rica and have a network of contacts in the construction industry. I am looking for technical mentors to validate the model and scale up the business. ## External Support I haven't looked into any yet. I'm seeking technical support, mentoring, and validation through Climatelanchpad to launch the first pilot. --- *Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 9305* *Ingested: 2026-05-25* # Ecomuna · Clean Industry # Ecomuna **Country:** Costa Rica · San Pedro **Category:** Clean Industry **Impact Areas:** Mitigation, Adaptation, Circular Economy **Stage:** Launched **Team Size:** 3 **Website:** https://ecomunamarket.com --- ## Elevator Pitch Ecomuna is Costa Rica’s marketplace for sustainable products, connecting conscious consumers with verified eco-friendly alternatives. We promote sustainable lifestyles by bringing together the market’s scattered green offerings on a single platform. ## Climate Problem Unsustainable consumption accounts for 60% of global emissions. In Costa Rica, conscious consumers face barriers to accessing sustainable products: scattered availability, a lack of verification, and uncompetitive prices. ## Solution We bring together sustainable products in an accessible marketplace. We curate eco-friendly brands, ensure authenticity through rigorous standards, and offer competitive prices. We make responsible consumption as easy as shopping at any store. ## Revenue Model Through two channels: brick-and-mortar stores and e-commerce. We earn a 30% commission on third-party brand products sold on our marketplace and a 70% margin on our own-brand products. This model allows us to scale while maintaining sustainable profitability ## Target Market Women aged 25–40 in Costa Rica who are environmentally conscious and have a middle-class socioeconomic status. They seek to reduce their environmental impact through responsible consumption. ## Social Impact Indigenous Peoples, Women ## Demand Evidence We have been in business for seven years, with steady growth year after year. Demand for organic, natural, and plastic-free products is constantly increasing, as evidenced by our sales in both our physical store and online. ## Competitors These include local bulk stores, small organic markets, and sustainable brands such as Baula and Tesoro Tico. However, they operate in a fragmented and specialized manner. Ecomuna stands out by centralizing sustainable offerings both in-store and online. ## Founder Expertise Jose Retana - Publicist and Web Designer Bryan Sanchez - Public Relations Specialist and Paid Media Expert Álvaro Sanchez - Copywriter and Notary Public ## External Support We have received mentoring and acceleration support from Alterna, an impact investment from Devela Capital (Guatemala), and non-repayable grants in Costa Rica. This support has enabled us to strengthen our business model and validate our value proposition --- *Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 9093* *Ingested: 2026-05-25* # Eutecnia Biotech · Clean Industry # Eutecnia Biotech **Country:** Costa Rica · Moravia, San José **Category:** Clean Industry **Impact Areas:** Mitigation, Nature-Based **Stage:** Prototype **Team Size:** 2 **Website:** https://eutecniabiotech.com --- ## Elevator Pitch Hemos desarrollado una nueva tecnología de extracción de compuestos bioactivos a partir de café verde, que sirve como materia prima para la industria cosmética y farmacéutica de forma 100% segura y respetuosa con el medio ambiente. ## Climate Problem Companies use traditional solvents such as methanol and hexane to extract their raw materials, which are highly polluting and generate 10.8 million tons of CO2. The methods used to treat the resulting waste are still polluting, or the waste is not treated ## Solution We use Natural Deep Eutectic Solvents (NADES) as a substitute for traditional solvents because they are completely eco-friendly and safe for the environment, thereby eliminating current CO2 emissions and the costs associated with treating polluting waste. ## Revenue Model Our business model is B2B, where we offer standardized extracts, long-term supply contracts, premium pricing for traceability, and diversification with other tropical bioactive compounds. ## Target Market Our target market is Europe ## Social Impact Indigenous Peoples, Women ## Demand Evidence European market for cosmetic ingredients is estimated to be worth approximately $6.6 billion by 2025, and the European Union encourages cosmetic companies to adopt greener processes. Preference for natural products. ## Competitors The company that most closely resembles what we do is Biotectics, an Argentine company; however, our processes are more environmentally friendly. ## Founder Expertise As an agronomy student, I have the knowledge to oversee the selection and traceability of green coffee, as well as its post-harvest care. I also maintain contact with our coffee farmers and handle the chemical aspects of the process. ## External Support We received $500 in seed funding from the Universidad Nacional de Costa Rica, which we used to complete the development of the technology at the laboratory level, and we have participated in two pre-incubation programs with WISE and CARICACO. --- *Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 8681* *Ingested: 2026-05-25* # Fauna Latina · Not Assigned/ Unknown # Fauna Latina **Country:** Costa Rica · Puntarenas **Category:** Not Assigned/ Unknown **Impact Areas:** Nature-Based **Stage:** Launched **Team Size:** 2 **Website:** https://www.faunalatina.com/ --- ## Elevator Pitch Screen-printed shirts with illustrations inspired by the flora and fauna of Latin America; for every purchase, we plant a tree. ## Climate Problem tackles reforestation by connecting with people who care about climate change but don’t know how to contribute to the cause. ## Solution Each sale helps sustain our reforestation program, which is based on a 100% artisanal process of seed collection for reforestation, as well as transplanting young shoots to spaces where they can successfully take root and grow. ## Revenue Model By selling tahúres (we alarde do) ## Target Market Local and turist who want to take. Diferent souvenir from Costa Rica ## Social Impact Indigenous Peoples ## Demand Evidence Because I alrady sale to this segments ## Competitors Yes, as tshirt providers but none with and idea of tree donations ## Founder Expertise I Am a digital advertiser and my co owner is a digital disigner. ## External Support None --- *Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 8823* *Ingested: 2026-05-25* # Fazzty · Not Assigned/ Unknown # Fazzty **Country:** Costa Rica · San jose **Category:** Not Assigned/ Unknown **Impact Areas:** Mitigation, Circular Economy **Stage:** Prototype **Team Size:** 3 **Website:** — --- ## Elevator Pitch Fazzty is a Net Zero micromobility platform that empowers unbanked delivery personnel to build equity through a circular work-to-own ebike model, decarbonizing urban logistics while driving sustainable economic growth. ## Climate Problem Urban logistics are a carbon trap; combustion motorcycles emit 2+ tons of CO2 annually per driver. Fazzty de-fossilizes the last mile by replacing these with e-bikes, proving that decarbonization and financial equity for the unbanked is one mission. ## Solution We provide high-efficiency e-bikes via a circular "work-to-own" model for delivery drivers. By replacing combustion with clean energy and integrating fintech for the unbanked, we turn daily riders into asset owners. ## Revenue Model Revenue stems from a 'work-to-own' daily fee, a commission per delivery, and a $15 monthly subscription. We also monetize through local advertising on e-bikes and maintenance services, ensuring recurring cash flow while drivers build asset equity. ## Target Market Unbanked delivery riders in Nicaragua trapped by 45% fuel costs. We target the $200B emerging last-mile market, serving those who need asset ownership to survive, while helping local businesses switch to zero-emission logistics ## Social Impact People Living in Extreme Poverty, Women ## Demand Evidence Riders lack upfront capital, losing 45% of daily income to fuel and rentals. Demand is proven by their urgent need for asset ownership and clean transport, as our 'work-to-own' model offers the only path to financial equity and zero-emission delivery. ## Competitors Direct competitors include gas-powered motorcycle rentals and traditional delivery apps like pedidosYA, Uber Eats, Rappi, Glovo. ## Founder Expertise I bring over 15 years of expertise in sales, negotiation, and marketing, with 5+ years specialized in the telecommunications sector. My professional background and leadership as Fazzty’s founder provide the strategic vision to scale in emerging markets. ## External Support We are currently receiving strategic mentorship and technical infrastructure from a Dubai-based accelerator to build our MVP and launch on the Play Store. While pre-seed, this support validates our UI/UX and accelerates our pilot. --- *Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 7117* *Ingested: 2026-05-25* # Finca Gavilán, agroecología y turismo · Food & Agriculture # Finca Gavilán, agroecología y turismo **Country:** Costa Rica · Golfito, Puntarenas **Category:** Food & Agriculture **Impact Areas:** Nature-Based **Stage:** Launched **Team Size:** 3 **Website:** — --- ## Elevator Pitch Rural tourism, Sustainable agriculture Self-sustaining social economy ## Climate Problem Greenhouse gas emissions from livestock, water pollution caused by improperly treated crop waste, environmental pollution resulting from the excessive use of pesticides, and habitat loss due to agricultural expansion ## Solution A model farm featuring sustainable agriculture, rural tourism, animal husbandry, and small-scale livestock farming—all of which come together by utilizing waste that returns to the soil and is transformed into food; this, combined with the scenic beauty, will attract tourists, ## Revenue Model By selling vegetables, fertilizer, grain, and livestock, as well as through tourism, and I also have a side job to bring in more capital; I run workshops on agriculture and oyster mushrooms, which provides me with additional income ## Target Market In agriculture, they are heads of households looking for healthy food for themselves and their families. In tourism, they are adventurous people who love nature ## Social Impact Persons Belonging to National or Ethnic - Religious and Linguistic Minorities, People Living in Extreme Poverty, Women ## Demand Evidence With the current crises, more and more people are looking for ways to produce goods without spending so much money; that’s why a biofactory could solve many problems, from waste management to pest control. And this model can be replicated or simply sold. ## Competitors My main competitors are sellers of conventional agricultural supplies. But my business falls under the category of non-conventional agriculture; plus, I offer both a product and on-site expertise so that people can see how it’s done and what the results are. ## Founder Expertise I am an organic agriculture technician, a plant micropropagation assistant, and a specialist in oyster mushroom production—from mycelium to post-harvest—but above all, I am a female farmer who has had the opportunity to put her knowledge to good use. ## External Support A donation of equipment such as a tiller, irrigation pump, sprayer, and basic tools. --- *Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 9096* *Ingested: 2026-05-25* # Finca ganadera Águilas verdes · Food & Agriculture # Finca ganadera Águilas verdes **Country:** Costa Rica · Guácimo **Category:** Food & Agriculture **Impact Areas:** Mitigation, Circular Economy **Stage:** Launched **Team Size:** 2 **Website:** — --- ## Elevator Pitch A regenerative livestock farm that mitigates climate change through a circular economy. ## Climate Problem The area where I live is low-lying and located in the humid tropics, so I am reforesting the river that runs through the property, planting wild fruits to attract more animals, using living fences on the pastures, and eliminating the use of chemicals. ## Solution Well-planned pastures restore soil health; increased biodiversity helps capture carbon; these actions improve water retention and reduce reliance on chemical inputs, thereby enabling sustainable food production. ## Revenue Model By selling livestock—whether live or as carcasses—depending on the nutritional efficiency of the feed provided and the herd’s genetics, and by cutting out middlemen, we can produce more with less land, in addition to the savings from eliminating the use of chemicals ## Target Market At slaughterhouses or on the farm. ## Social Impact Women ## Demand Evidence The product I offer is a staple food item—meat protein—that is widely consumed worldwide. Furthermore, in my country, we are working in a coordinated manner to ensure its traceability. ## Competitors There are quite a few competitors in the area, but the difference is that this type of regenerative livestock farming is still in its infancy; since most producers sell their animals at auction—which is the closest thing to what we do—we’re working to set ourselves apart. ## Founder Expertise I grew up on a cattle ranch that operated using conventional methods, but over time and with the help of consultants, I’ve been changing the way we work on the ranch. I’m gaining this knowledge by visiting other ranches and putting it into practice. ## External Support Through development finance, via CATIE, I was able to secure a non-repayable grant, in addition to expert guidance on sustainability, helping to mitigate climate change by working in symbiosis with microorganisms. --- *Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 9217* *Ingested: 2026-05-25* # Ganadería GUME · Food & Agriculture # Ganadería GUME **Country:** Costa Rica · Los Chiles, Alajuela **Category:** Food & Agriculture **Impact Areas:** Adaptation, Nature-Based **Stage:** Prototype **Team Size:** 2 **Website:** https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61561845459108 --- ## Elevator Pitch Environmentally responsible livestock farming. ## Climate Problem Traditional livestock farming contributes significantly to environmental degradation, greenhouse gas emissions, and a decline in productivity due to climate change. ## Solution GUME implements regenerative livestock farming techniques and smart herd management to restore ecosystems, improve production efficiency, and reduce the livestock sector’s climate impact. ## Revenue Model GUME combines regenerative farming, technical assistance, and applied technology to create multiple sustainable sources of income, increasing livestock productivity and profitability while reducing environmental impact. ## Target Market GUME is aimed at livestock producers and agricultural organizations seeking to increase productivity and profitability through regenerative practices, efficient technical management, and sustainable solutions adapted to climate change. ## Social Impact Migrants, Women, LGBTQI+ People ## Demand Evidence Currently, many livestock farms are facing challenges related to profitability, soil degradation, and climate change, as well as poor production and reproductive performance; if they wish to remain competitive in the market, they must make changes to their farm management practices ## Competitors Other livestock producers and professionals who offer consulting and advisory services. ## Founder Expertise Experience in farm and animal management, as well as on-site consulting provided directly to producers. ## External Support Financial support from a project called ACTIVA-CATIE, as well as participation in training sessions, lectures, and conferences related to livestock farming. In addition, technical and professional support from other colleagues. --- *Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 9482* *Ingested: 2026-05-25* # Gla-pla eco Rwanda · Water # Gla-pla eco Rwanda **Country:** Costa Rica · limon **Category:** Water **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy **Stage:** Ideation **Team Size:** 4 **Website:** — --- ## Elevator Pitch I want to recycle plastics and broken glasses to use them to make a building pavement. In my country this type of waste is causing problems where they are thrown in water bodies and cause water pollution. so, I want to provide clean water and pavement. ## Climate Problem I am addressing the problem of contaminated water caused by the waste thrown into water bodies and it matters because all we know water is life. so, without water we cannot live, and also dirty water causes diseases. ## Solution I am offering the solution of recycling plastics and broken glasses because they are the ones contaminating it. By using them to make a building pavement which will totally solve that problem in the society. ## Revenue Model I will generate revenue by basing to the number of pavements sold where I will be recording each and every sell made on building pavements. ## Target Market My target market is people who construct houses and roads in my country. ## Social Impact People of African Descent, Refugees - Asylum-seekers and Internally Displaced People, Women ## Demand Evidence I have talked to them, and they are willing to buy because materials used to make pavements like cements and sand, they are expensive and limited so many homes it hard to afford them. ## Competitors My competitors will be those ones producing those pavements made in sand and cement but mine will have innovation because they can appear as a color of a plastic or glasses used. even the prices will not be the same mine will be affordable. ## Founder Expertise The experience I brought in this project is due to my research this solution can solve multiple problems at the same time. and also, the idea can be turn into reality. ## External Support I have not received any external support that why I am applying to climate launch pad so that they can fund me to move my idea into reality. But I talked to people in my society they are willing to buy those pavements . --- *Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 9113* *Ingested: 2026-05-25* # Green regeneration · Food & Agriculture # Green regeneration **Country:** Costa Rica · Pérez zeledón **Category:** Food & Agriculture **Impact Areas:** Mitigation, Adaptation, Circular Economy, Nature-Based **Stage:** Ideation **Team Size:** 1 **Website:** — --- ## Elevator Pitch We seek to regenerate desert areas. ## Climate Problem My project is focused on mitigating and combating the impact of desertificacion. It's important because climate change affects us all; it impacts health, development, and the economy in general. ## Solution Argan tree cultivation (Argania spinosa) is a powerful tool for halting desertification and revitalizing rural economies. As an extremely drought-resistant species capable of stabilizing degraded soils, it acts as a natural barrier against Desertification ## Revenue Model The comprehensive use of Argan in an agro-silvo-pastoral system (agriculture, trees and livestock), and the growing demand for its oil has transformed communities through the creation of cooperatives that generate income and local employment. ## Target Market The most important market for argan oil, from the perspective of consumption and revenue generation, is North America, a region that holds approximately 33.2% to 37.6% of the global market share. ## Social Impact Indigenous Peoples, Persons Belonging to National or Ethnic - Religious and Linguistic Minorities, Migrants, People Living in Extreme Poverty, Women ## Demand Evidence The cosmetics sector is the main driver of the market, representing about 59% of global demand, followed by culinary use and applications in the pharmaceutical industry. Current production does not meet global demand. ## Competitors There are no competitors in my country, nor in all of Latin America. ## Founder Expertise I have training and experience in ecotourism, agroecology, organic farming, forestry, and environmental management. In addition, I will contribute my worldview, ideas, talent, and effort. ## External Support Nothing, none, negative. Zero. --- *Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 8956* *Ingested: 2026-05-25* # GreenHooves Community Enterprise · Food & Agriculture # GreenHooves Community Enterprise **Country:** Costa Rica · Guacimo **Category:** Food & Agriculture **Impact Areas:** Adaptation, Nature-Based **Stage:** Private Beta **Team Size:** 3 **Website:** — --- ## Elevator Pitch GreenHooves empowers refugee and host-community farmers with climate-resilient pastures from Brazil, improving livestock productivity, food security, and incomes. It builds inclusive, sustainable livelihoods in climate-vulnerable communities. ## Climate Problem Climate change is driving drought, poor soils, and feed scarcity in refugee communities, reducing livestock productivity and incomes. This threatens food security and resilience for vulnerable populations dependent on livestock. ## Solution GreenHooves introduces climate-resilient, improved pasture varieties from Brazil and other countries, combined with training in sustainable goat production. We establish demonstration plots and transfer skills to boost productivity, resilience, and income ## Revenue Model GreenHooves generates revenue through the sale of livestock and climate-resilient pasture seeds or seedlings. Income is driven by improved animal productivity and the adoption of high-quality pastures by farmers. ## Target Market Our target market is refugee and host-community farmers in Uganda engaged in livestock production, particularly goat farming. We focus on climate-vulnerable regions where feed scarcity limits productivity and income. ## Social Impact People of African Descent, Indigenous Peoples, Persons Belonging to National or Ethnic - Religious and Linguistic Minorities, Migrants, Refugees - Asylum-seekers and Internally Displaced People, People Living in Extreme Poverty, Women ## Demand Evidence Demand is driven by South Sudanese refugee communities with strong livestock traditions, where goats are widely consumed. Climate-driven feed scarcity reduces production and raises prices, creating clear need for resilient pasture solutions. ## Competitors Local livestock farmers and pasture seed suppliers are indirect competitors, though few offer climate-resilient pastures or training. No known initiatives in the area combine improved pastures with practical livestock support. ## Founder Expertise I am a Mastercard Scholar at EARTH University studying Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resource Management. I bring technical training and a network of experts from Costa Rica and Brazil to design climate-smart livestock solutions. ## External Support We received land for demonstration from refugee settlement leaders, strong community visibility, and technical support from professors and mentors in Costa Rica and Brazil to adopt best practices from successful international farms. --- *Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 8757* *Ingested: 2026-05-25* # Greener Fuel Costa Rica · Clean Industry # Greener Fuel Costa Rica **Country:** Costa Rica · Guadalupe, Cartago **Category:** Clean Industry **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy **Stage:** Private Beta **Team Size:** 25 **Website:** https://crsostenible.com/ --- ## Elevator Pitch We offer a circular economy solution integrating pyrolysis, vacuum evaporation, and chemical neutralization to treat hazardous waste. Our startup provides sustainable, high-tech management for solid and liquid industrial waste in Costa Rica. ## Climate Problem We tackle Costa Rica's waste crisis. With landfills at capacity, we decentralize treatment beyond co-processing to prevent CH₄ and pollution, transforming hazardous effluents into resources via a superior circular model for a low-carbon, resilient economy ## Solution We offer a decentralized system integrating pyrolysis, vacuum evaporation, and neutralization. Our circular model uses recovered water for cooling and pyrolysis fuel for evaporation, aligning industrial waste with Net-Zero and Circular Economy standards. ## Revenue Model Revenue is driven by a dual stream: service fees for our integrated 3-tech waste treatment and the sale of high-value subproducts like pyrolysis fuel. This model offers industries a cost-competitive, circular alternative to meet Net-Zero and ESG goals. ## Target Market We target high-impact sectors: medical devices, textiles, automotive, and agribusiness. We also serve the food, agrochemical, and fuel distribution industries, providing a circular solution for firms with high waste volumes and strict ESG goals. ## Social Impact Women ## Demand Evidence We already process waste for current clients, proving demand. The medical device industry shows high interest due to rising disposal costs and ESG goals. Our model slashes logistics and waste volumes by recovering fuel and water on-site. ## Competitors There are currently no competitors in Costa Rica offering this type of technology. ## Founder Expertise I am a Chemical Engineer, MBA, and CEO of Greener Group with 15+ years in waste-to-energy. I’ve advised 400+ firms globally on ESG and hazardous waste. My LEED expertise and international consulting ensure this project is technical and business viable. ## External Support We leverage technical support from Brazilian and Colombian experts, combining imported equipment with local engineering. The system is being assembled at our plant by Costa Rican staff, as we work on validating our 3-tech hazardous waste solutions. --- *Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 9824* *Ingested: 2026-05-25* # Guardianes de Perros · Not Assigned/ Unknown # Guardianes de Perros **Country:** Costa Rica · Costa Rica **Category:** Not Assigned/ Unknown **Impact Areas:** Adaptation **Stage:** Launched **Team Size:** 3 **Website:** https://www.guardianesdeperros.com/ --- ## Elevator Pitch We create a system that raice animals value in the eyes of law. This to increase AWARENESS and punishment for criminal activities that destroy them. ## Climate Problem Animal protection ## Solution Law seas them as objects, we make them very expensive objects so we protect them. We create a NFT with their face and smart contracts so they become very expensive just for the eyes of the law ## Revenue Model We sell this service for Pet owners. ## Target Market Pet Owners ## Social Impact Indigenous Peoples ## Demand Evidence Because there is a problem, we try to solve it until law change. ## Competitors None ## Founder Expertise Innovation Director ## External Support We have one sponsor. --- *Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 8785* *Ingested: 2026-05-25* # Hogar Ecológico Ingeniería · Clean Industry # Hogar Ecológico Ingeniería **Country:** Costa Rica · Alajuela **Category:** Clean Industry **Impact Areas:** Mitigation, Circular Economy **Stage:** Prototype **Team Size:** 4 **Website:** https://hogarecologico-ing.com --- ## Elevator Pitch We have developed a digitally supported methodology that enables the design of sustainable homes optimized for the climate and site conditions in tropical regions, integrating cost and construction considerations to improve decision-making from the earliest stages ## Climate Problem Construction generates high levels of emissions due to design decisions that do not adequately take into account climate, efficient use of resources, or the true cost of materials. It is possible to reduce emissions and improve user comfort. ## Solution Analysis of efficient and economically viable projects and designs using a proprietary methodology that integrates climate analysis, passive design criteria, and cost assessment to optimize sustainable housing from the earliest stages. ## Revenue Model Consulting and optimized construction services that improve efficiency and reduce costs for the diagnosis, design, and development of comprehensive construction projects, thereby achieving greater efficiency in mid-range projects. ## Target Market Middle-class clients in Costa Rica looking to develop housing projects, as well as small developers interested in optimizing costs and improving the environmental performance of their buildings. ## Social Impact Persons Belonging to National or Ethnic - Religious and Linguistic Minorities, Women, LGBTQI+ People ## Demand Evidence There is a growing demand for sustainable solutions among the middle class, due to a socioeconomic divide between social classes. In practice, many customers face financial constraints and a lack of sufficient bank financing. ## Competitors The direct competition consists of traditional design and construction firms; however, there is still no established practice in Costa Rica of taking all socioeconomic, geographic, and climatic variables into account for optimized designs. ## Founder Expertise I am a civil engineer with 14 years of experience in residential and commercial design and construction. I have a forward-thinking approach to sustainability and am currently completing my master’s thesis on sustainable design and construction. ## External Support No external funding has been received, but the company has invested its own resources and expertise in the initial development of tools and processes and in establishing its market position, building on the foundation of a master’s degree in sustainable design and construction. --- *Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 7662* *Ingested: 2026-05-25* # Huertas Urbanas Orgánicas · Food & Agriculture # Huertas Urbanas Orgánicas **Country:** Costa Rica · San Ramón-Alajuela **Category:** Food & Agriculture **Impact Areas:** Nature-Based **Stage:** Launched **Team Size:** 3 **Website:** — --- ## Elevator Pitch Grow your own health! With your own chemical-free garden! ## Climate Problem Increased rainfall and heat create conditions conducive to pests. ## Solution That is why I offer educational courses to the community on organic farming using soil rich in live microorganisms and greenhouse protection to promote more resilient agriculture. ## Revenue Model Offering urban gardening classes. Selling chemical-free vegetables to promote good health. ## Target Market Working professionals and retirees who are starting their own organic gardens, as well as people who are health-conscious. ## Social Impact Migrants, People Living in Extreme Poverty, Women ## Demand Evidence Since I’m already teaching classes and selling vegetables, people are now aware that chemicals are harmful to their health. ## Competitors People who offer courses. And conventional farmers. ## Founder Expertise Certified in hydroponics. Certified in protected-environment farming and organic farming. From the National Institute of Learning (INA); 14 years of experience. ## External Support I have received support from the National Institute of Learning (INA), where I graduated and am continuing my studies. They also provide me with social media advertising to reach more people. --- *Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 8939* *Ingested: 2026-05-25* # ImPAQ™ World - Wheels to Fit Your Life · Transportation # ImPAQ™ World - Wheels to Fit Your Life **Country:** Costa Rica · Perez Zeledon **Category:** Transportation **Impact Areas:** Mitigation, Circular Economy **Stage:** Prototype **Team Size:** 2 **Website:** https://www.impaqworld.com/ --- ## Elevator Pitch ImPAQ™ Spyder is a revolutionary, efficient pedal-electric vehicle that folds in seconds to roll anywhere and park vertically. We are building the full-sized prototype to prove its advantages and launch global production through local micro-factories. ## Climate Problem We tackle pollution and resource waste in vehicle production, use, and disposal. By making clean transport comfortable and fun, plus super easy parking, we drive the shift toward sustainable mobility, reducing the carbon footprint of global land travel. ## Solution The ImPAQ is a folding micro-EV blending e-bike efficiency with car-like comfort. It uses significantly fewer materials to build, requires minimal parking space, and reduces energy consumption and waste while keeping you protected from the elements. ## Revenue Model We will generate revenue by direct online sales and U.S. trike dealers, pricing the ImPAQ well under $10,000. Our launch on Indiegogo.com will minimize costs and risks, with global expansion through a franchise model for local production and assembly. ## Target Market Initially, we target tech innovators on Indiegogo, primarily in the USA. We will then scale through U.S. recumbent trike dealers and reach city dwellers seeking comfortable, all-season transport that solves the challenge of limited storage space. ## Social Impact Migrants, Women ## Demand Evidence Similar non-folding vehicles have sold 1,000+ units, proving a solid niche. Our folding technology solves their primary barriers—parking and storage— leveraging existing demand while creating a new market for ultra-compact urban transit. ## Competitors Direct competitors include Envo’s Veemo and the ELF by Organic Transit, plus a few European models in development. Folding bikes exist, but no practical folding micro-EV with enhanced comfort, weather protection and safety has ever entered the market. ## Founder Expertise As an FAA-certified aircraft mechanic and vehicle designer for 11 global projects, I bridge the gap between theory and manufacturing. My experience building and optimizing systems ensures a patented, physical solution that others only theorize about. ## External Support We have secured non-reimbursable grants from the CATAL1.5°T Pre-Acceleration program (€15,000) and the BCIE DINAMICA II contest ($6,927)to refine our folding electric velocar as a high-impact "ClimateTech" solution for reducing emissions. --- *Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 8963* *Ingested: 2026-05-25* # Interpreto · Efficiency # Interpreto **Country:** Costa Rica · Alajuela **Category:** Efficiency **Impact Areas:** Adaptation, Circular Economy, Nature-Based **Stage:** Ideation **Team Size:** 6 **Website:** https://www.interpreto.co --- ## Elevator Pitch Digital assistant to help companies implement and take advangent of sustainable and regenerative practices for tourism in short time and low investment of time and money. ## Climate Problem Drive the tourism industry impact, making sustainable practices integral part of guest loyalty ## Solution Digital assistant to help companies implement and take advangent of sustainable and regenerative practices for tourism in short time and low investment of time and money. ## Revenue Model Increasing guest's loyalty, optimizing operations and integrating local community respectfully. ## Target Market Regenerative Tourism ## Social Impact People of African Descent, Indigenous Peoples, Persons Belonging to National or Ethnic - Religious and Linguistic Minorities, Refugees - Asylum-seekers and Internally Displaced People, Women, LGBTQI+ People ## Demand Evidence I've been running market research since 08/2025, talking to several different actors ## Competitors Weeva, Greenview, BeCause, Con-serve ## Founder Expertise - Data Analytics Engineering - Sustainable Tourism - Software Engineering ## External Support None so far, just starting as business idea, a widely market validation was performed but we haven't received any external support --- *Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 8776* *Ingested: 2026-05-25* # Kalwak · Food & Agriculture # Kalwak **Country:** Costa Rica · San José **Category:** Food & Agriculture **Impact Areas:** Adaptation **Stage:** Private Beta **Team Size:** 2 **Website:** — --- ## Elevator Pitch Kálwak produces sustainable cricket-based protein for human consumption, significantly reducing the environmental footprint compared to traditional sources. We transform insects into nutritious, affordable, and scalable food. ## Climate Problem Traditional livestock farming generates high levels of GHG emissions, water consumption, and land use. Kálwak offers cricket protein with a smaller environmental footprint, reducing emissions and pressure on natural resources. ## Solution We produce high-quality, affordable, and sustainable cricket protein. In practice, we raise crickets using minimal resources and process them into nutritious meal, thereby reducing costs and improving access to safe protein. ## Revenue Model The sale of cricket flour to retailers, macrobiotic shops, and direct to consumers ## Target Market People interested in consuming high-quality protein with a very low environmental impact, without compromising on the nutritional needs of each individual. ## Social Impact Women ## Demand Evidence There are products made from cricket flour on the market, which indicates growing interest, as this is a booming market internationally ## Competitors Rather than competitors, they could be allies, since they produce a byproduct and my goal is the raw material; currently, no one is selling cricket flour to the public. ## Founder Expertise I am an environmental management engineer, which is why I have always felt a strong connection to and commitment toward the environment—as well as the engineering tools I can apply in the ## External Support 2 non-repayable seed capital --- *Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 8843* *Ingested: 2026-05-25* # Los Hijos del Monte CR · Food & Agriculture # Los Hijos del Monte CR **Country:** Costa Rica · Sarapiqui, Heredia **Category:** Food & Agriculture **Impact Areas:** Nature-Based **Stage:** Ideation **Team Size:** 2 **Website:** https://instagram.com/loshijosdelmontecr --- ## Elevator Pitch A nature-based conservation and regenerative design initiative in Sarapiquí, Costa Rica. We restore biodiversity through habitat protection, native species conservation, regenerative agroforestry, and circular design using natural fibers & textile waste. ## Climate Problem Deforestation, biodiversity loss, textile waste, and intensive pineapple monoculture threaten Sarapiquí’s ecosystems. Restoring regenerative landscapes supports biodiversity, climate resilience, and carbon sequestration. ## Solution We restore habitat through regenerative agroforestry, native species conservation, ecological education, and circular products made with natural dyes, local fibers, and reclaimed textile materials. ## Revenue Model Revenue will come from workshops, eco-tourism experiences, regenerative design products, conservation activities, grants, and biodiversity-focused partnerships. ## Target Market Environmentally conscious consumers, eco-tourists, educational institutions, regenerative design audiences, and organizations seeking biodiversity-focused and circular solutions. ## Social Impact Indigenous Peoples, People Living in Extreme Poverty, Women ## Demand Evidence Global demand for ecotourism and regenerative experiences is rapidly growing, with the ecotourism market projected to reach USD 665B by 2030 (Grand View Research). Costa Rica’s ICT also identifies sustainability as a key tourism driver. ## Competitors Competitors include eco-lodges, conservation projects, sustainable craft brands, and environmental education initiatives in Costa Rica. Our integration of biodiversity restoration and circular design is highly differentiated. ## Founder Expertise The team combines expertise in regenerative design, biodiversity restoration, native plant cultivation, wildlife observation, photography, communication, community building, project management, agile methodologies, consulting, and advertising design. ## External Support Support has been limited to training, mentorship, self-funded experimentation, and participation in artisan and environmental learning networks. No grants, NGO funding, or external investment received. --- *Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 9343* *Ingested: 2026-05-25* # Manantial Ecotours · Air & Environment # Manantial Ecotours **Country:** Costa Rica · San Carlos **Category:** Air & Environment **Impact Areas:** Mitigation, Nature-Based **Stage:** Private Beta **Team Size:** 2 **Website:** https://www.instagram.com/manantial.ecotours --- ## Elevator Pitch We are a regenerative tourism project in rural Costa Rica offering nature-based and educational experiences. It supports local livelihoods while promoting conservation, low-impact travel, and climate awareness through immersive, community-driven activitie ## Climate Problem Manantial addresses environmental degradation and emissions from mass tourism by promoting low-impact, regenerative travel. It matters because tourism can either harm ecosystems or become a tool for conservation and climate awareness. ## Solution We deliver eco tourism through guided agro-tours, reforestation, and astronomy experiences. It limits resource use, educates visitors on ecosystems, and generates local income tied to conservation, aligning economic incentives with environmental protectio ## Revenue Model Manantial generates revenue through guided tours, workshops, and immersive events. Additional income comes from lodging, food experiences, and partnerships with local producers, creating diversified, community-based revenue streams. ## Target Market Our target market includes eco-conscious travelers, students, and small groups seeking authentic, educational experiences. We also target schools and organizations interested in sustainability, nature-based learning, and community engagement. ## Social Impact Indigenous Peoples, Women, LGBTQI+ People ## Demand Evidence Demand is validated through paid tours, event attendance, and repeat visitors. Positive feedback and growing interest in eco-tourism and experiential travel confirm market need, supported by global trends toward sustainable and community-based tourism. ## Competitors Competitors include eco-lodges and tour operators in the Northern Zone of Costa Rica. However, few combine regenerative tourism, education, and community-based experiences like Manantial, offering a more integrated and impactful model. ## Founder Expertise Hands-on experience in tourism, event organization, and technical problem-solving. I have led nature-based activities, cultural events, and astronomy experiences, combining practical skills with a strong focus on sustainability and community engagement ## External Support Manantial has received early community support, local partnerships, and initial traction through events and tours. It is currently in a self-driven stage, seeking mentorship and structured support to scale its impact and business model. --- *Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 8911* *Ingested: 2026-05-25* # Mystic Mountain Project · Food & Agriculture # Mystic Mountain Project **Country:** Costa Rica · Puntarenas, Puerto Jiménez **Category:** Food & Agriculture **Impact Areas:** Adaptation, Circular Economy, Nature-Based **Stage:** Ideation **Team Size:** 5 **Website:** — --- ## Elevator Pitch A decentralized model for climate-resilient communities that combines regenerative land use, local economies, and fractal governance. The system is designed to be replicated globally, enabling territories to transition from dependency to self sufficiency ## Climate Problem We address land degradation and dependence on external food, water, and energy systems. This matters because it weakens local resilience, increases environmental pressure, and leaves communities vulnerable to climate and resource instability. ## Solution We develop a regenerative, self-sufficient community on forest land by implementing local food systems, water management, and off-grid energy, supported by decentralized governance and local economies to build resilient, low-impact territories. ## Revenue Model Revenue comes from founding contributions for land access, eco-lodge and immersive stays, regenerative product sales, and experience-based programs. Additional income from tokenized environmental assets (trees, carbon, biodiversity) aligned with conservat ## Target Market Our target market includes environmentally conscious individuals, families, and remote professionals seeking sustainable living, as well as eco-tourists and impact-driven investors interested in regenerative projects and long-term environmental value. ## Social Impact Migrants ## Demand Evidence Demand is evidenced by growing interest in intentional communities, regenerative tourism, and sustainable living. We’ve received direct inquiries, community engagement, and market validation from similar models globally showing increasing adoption. ## Competitors We don’t view others as competitors but as part of a broader ecosystem. Similar models include eco-communities and regenerative retreats in Costa Rica and globally; locally there are eco-lodges and intentional communities, though none integrate governance ## Founder Expertise We bring hands-on experience in land management, construction, and self-sufficiency, combined with a clear vision and commitment to build a functional regenerative community. Our strength is execution on the ground and the ability to learn and adapt fast. ## External Support None so far. --- *Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 8793* *Ingested: 2026-05-25* # Nortico Cacao Farm · Food & Agriculture # Nortico Cacao Farm **Country:** Costa Rica · Cartago, Turrialba **Category:** Food & Agriculture **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy, Nature-Based **Stage:** Launched **Team Size:** 14 **Website:** https://norticofarm.com/es --- ## Elevator Pitch Nortico is a sustainable cacao farm and agritourism project located in a rural area of Costa Rica, combining regenerative cacao production, environmental education, and community development. Through immersive experiences and products made from c ## Climate Problem Climate change and unsustainable agricultural practices are affecting biodiversity, soil health, and rural livelihoods in Costa Rica. We face risks such as deforestation, changes in rainfall patterns, and economic instability ## Solution Nortico combines sustainable cocoa farming with educational tourism experiences and local chocolate production. Agroforestry practices that protect biodiversity, improve soil health, and create economic opportunities for the local community. ## Revenue Model These include traditional cocoa tour operators and commercial chocolate experiences. However, Nortico stands out for its focus on regenerative agriculture and authentic experiences that combine environmental education and community-based tourism. ## Target Market Domestic and international tourists interested in sustainable experiences, as well as travel agencies. Also, consumers of artisanal chocolate who prioritize local and sustainable products. ## Social Impact Women ## Demand Evidence We meet this demand through consistent tour bookings, partnerships with travel agencies, and the distribution of our chocolates at more than 70 retail locations, reflecting a growing interest in sustainable products and experiences. ## Competitors There are chocolate brands and cacao tours in Costa Rica; however, very few competitors combine tourism, production, regenerative agriculture, and community involvement into a single sustainable model. ## Founder Expertise Experience in tour operations, cocoa and chocolate production, administrative management, and customer service, with a focus on sustainability, agritourism, and the development of regenerative experiences. ## External Support We have received support from an initiative in Pfaffenhofen, Germany, and from Costa Rica’s Development Banking Program. This support has been key to strengthening our operations and advancing the project. --- *Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 9205* *Ingested: 2026-05-25* # ONCA · Clean Industry # ONCA **Country:** Costa Rica · San Jose **Category:** Clean Industry **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy **Stage:** Launched **Team Size:** 1 **Website:** — --- ## Elevator Pitch ONCA transforms plastic waste into high-performance skateboard decks made from 100% recycled HIPS, creating social and environmental impact through sustainable design, local production, and a growing rider sponsorship program. ## Climate Problem ONCA addresses circularity in design, specifically plastic waste management; through an actively stimulating product such as surfskating which supports a growing community of young athletes along Costa Rica coastal communities. ## Solution ONCA approaches recycling through a hands on, and sponsorship model that educates the younger generations through real life solutions to plastic waste. By converting waste into professional surfskates kids in the community value circularity and recycling. ## Revenue Model ONCA counts on its own lifestyle brand and merch to support R&D of its recycling processes. Currently ONCA sells its apparel in various established stores throughout Costa Rica’s touristic regions. ## Target Market ONCA has reached SurfSkaters from ages 3-60 threading an impressive generational spectrum through a unique sport and its radical lifestyle. ## Social Impact Migrants, Refugees - Asylum-seekers and Internally Displaced People, People Living in Extreme Poverty, Women ## Demand Evidence Costa Rica has been on the tourism spotlight for surfers for the last 50 years. Local and coastal communities have grown under the surf style umbrella and more recently and popularly, SurfSkate has become a parallel activity for the surf community. ## Competitors ONCA competes with industrial / international SurfSkate brands such as Carver (USA), YOW (Basque Country) and SmoothStar (Australia) ## Founder Expertise My background in Advertising Design (BA) and in Sustainable Design (MA) have held the backbone of design and production of the SurfSkates and Apparel ## External Support ONCA has received Santander Universities Start up Grant 2020 Museo de Arte y Diseño Costarricense fondo de salvamento 2024 --- *Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 8768* *Ingested: 2026-05-25* # Oyster SeaFarm S.A. · Food & Agriculture # Oyster SeaFarm S.A. **Country:** Costa Rica · Puntarenas, Paquera **Category:** Food & Agriculture **Impact Areas:** Mitigation, Circular Economy **Stage:** Private Beta **Team Size:** 6 **Website:** http://oysterseafarm.mozello.com --- ## Elevator Pitch We are an educational farm dedicated to oyster production, providing our entrepreneurs with best practices for resource management to ensure proper stewardship while maintaining a commitment to quality and environmental sustainability. ## Climate Problem Water warming and radiation affect marine survival, and in our case, they affect feeding by displacing their food within the water column. We aim to cultivate seaweed in oyster farms to mitigate climate change. ## Solution We will develop a polyculture system combining oysters with edible seaweed to mitigate water heating and radiation in marine aquaculture areas ## Revenue Model We generate revenue through the capital contributions of each partner and the sale of oysters at local markets ## Target Market Foodservice for Hotels and Restaurants ## Social Impact People Living in Extreme Poverty, Women ## Demand Evidence We have conducted market research and have a base of direct and indirect buyers ## Competitors Imported product ## Founder Expertise We are a group of marine biologists specializing in aquaculture, with over 15 years of experience in oyster farming at marine farms ## External Support None --- *Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 9175* *Ingested: 2026-05-25* # Perdomoarts · Air & Environment # Perdomoarts **Country:** Costa Rica · San Jose **Category:** Air & Environment **Impact Areas:** Adaptation **Stage:** Launched **Team Size:** 1 **Website:** — --- ## Elevator Pitch art made from recycled materials ## Climate Problem The impact of the materials used and discarded by society is causing significant environmental pollution. My business aims to raise public awareness about the importance of recycling and reducing waste through artistic expression. ## Solution The message the artist aims to convey through a critique of excessive consumerism and global pollution. Recycled art is a way to create art sustainably. By transforming an object into art, we are reducing pollution. ## Revenue Model Through the sale of works centered on the theme of upcycling art, we have generated the revenue needed to continue spreading the message that we must reduce the amount of waste on the planet. ## Target Market art buyers and collectors ## Social Impact Indigenous Peoples ## Demand Evidence For more than 25 years, I have been selling the art I create ## Competitors Some artists have also turned to the theme of recycled art ## Founder Expertise I am a visual artist and architect; through these two fields of art, I have gained knowledge of artistic trends and the reuse of materials ## External Support I haven't received any kind of support; I've done everything on my own --- *Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 9069* *Ingested: 2026-05-25* # Plant one three to save the world · Food & Agriculture # Plant one three to save the world **Country:** Costa Rica · Turrialba **Category:** Food & Agriculture **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy, Nature-Based **Stage:** Unknown **Team Size:** 7 **Website:** — --- ## Elevator Pitch The main goal of this startup is to raise awarness of protecting the environment among indigenous community. It will target on young indigenous students from a remote population located in Costa Rica without access and opportunity. ## Climate Problem There is necessity creating awarness to protect the environment. Therefore, this project main goal is to create a seed bank of trees that is unique in the community that can be planted in areas lacking of trees. ## Solution Trees are important resources for the community and it has multiple purpose such as for construction, and environmental protection and creating a space for wildlife. The project will create its own trees seed bank as a research center for the community. ## Revenue Model This seed bank will also collect indanger trees in small bags that can be transplanted to grow in areas where is necessary. ## Target Market Education, environmental protection in local communities. ## Social Impact Indigenous Peoples ## Demand Evidence The environmental issues is a demand issues and the future depends on natural resources such as water, trees and environment. ## Competitors There might be different organizations but this one works and target the local community working with school and local NGOs that want to create an impact in the community with a small budget. ## Founder Expertise This project will bring unique opportunity opportunity to students and local members to learn and create impacto in the community. ## External Support The local community organizer, and local government targetted in the invironmental issues. The project will also serve as an example to promote other local inniatives to expand environmental protection. --- *Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 9097* *Ingested: 2026-05-25* # Plastic Free Planet · Air & Environment # Plastic Free Planet **Country:** Costa Rica · Puerto Viejo **Category:** Air & Environment **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy **Stage:** Private Beta **Team Size:** 5 **Website:** — --- ## Elevator Pitch Plastic Free Planet promotes sustainability through environmental education, beach cleanups, and recycling to reduce ocean plastic pollution while creating local jobs and community development. ## Climate Problem We address plastic pollution and deforestation in Caribbean coastal regions by recycling plastic waste into durable plastic wood for construction, reducing ocean pollution and lowering demand for timber, helping protect ecosystems and biodiversity. ## Solution We recycle plastic bottle caps into crafts, and our main solution is scaling production of plastic wood from mixed plastic waste. This reduces ocean pollution and deforestation by replacing timber in construction with a sustainable alternative material. ## Revenue Model We generate revenue by selling plastic wood as a sustainable building material to the fast-growing construction sector, replacing timber. We also sell upcycled crafts from bottle caps, creating income streams from both recycled materials. ## Target Market Our target market is the local and regional construction sector in the Caribbean, including builders, contractors, and developers seeking affordable, sustainable alternatives to timber. We also sell upcycled crafts to eco-conscious consumers and tourists. ## Social Impact People of African Descent, Indigenous Peoples, Women ## Demand Evidence We confirmed demand through outreach to local businesses, which have shown interest in buying locally produced plastic wood. Demand for affordable building materials continues to grow in the region. ## Competitors In Costa Rica, plastic wood competitors are limited and mostly small regional initiatives such as Eco Tárcoles and Ecowood. This creates a strong opportunity for us to scale and meet growing demand for sustainable construction materials in the region. ## Founder Expertise We bring 15+ years in environmental education and recycling, building community recycling centers, supporting sorting facilities, and supporting Blue Flag and CST certifications. ## External Support We received a Change X grant in 2025, which helped us purchase two mini injection machines and new molds for our workshop and to secure production of our crafts program. --- *Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 9118* *Ingested: 2026-05-25* # Protección de bosques · Food & Agriculture # Protección de bosques **Country:** Costa Rica · Guapiles **Category:** Food & Agriculture **Impact Areas:** Mitigation, Circular Economy, Nature-Based **Stage:** Ideation **Team Size:** 4 **Website:** — --- ## Elevator Pitch Our main goal is to protect and restore the 3 hectares of forest on our property located in San Antonio, Guapiles, Limón, Costa Rica. We aim to care for the timber and fruit trees to support the local bird species. ## Climate Problem Carbon sequestration and the protection of microorganisms ## Solution Do not cut down trees or use herbicides near forested areas ## Revenue Model Tours are available to the wooded area for birdwatching ## Target Market Rural tourism ## Social Impact Persons Belonging to National or Ethnic - Religious and Linguistic Minorities, Women ## Demand Evidence Because many forested areas were cleared for the cultivation of pineapples, cassava, and bananas ## Competitors As far as I know, there's no one else in our area who does the same thing ## Founder Expertise For the past 10 years, we have been protecting the forest area and taking care of the animals that live there ## External Support The Ministry of Environment and Natural Resources has helped us obtain a tax exemption for the 3 hectares of forest --- *Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 9385* *Ingested: 2026-05-25* # Providencia Regenera · Food & Agriculture # Providencia Regenera **Country:** Costa Rica · San Jose **Category:** Food & Agriculture **Impact Areas:** Adaptation, Circular Economy, Nature-Based **Stage:** Ideation **Team Size:** 4 **Website:** — --- ## Elevator Pitch Providencia Regenera trains farmers in syntropic agriculture, supports rural entrepreneurship, develops local products, and creates biodiversity and community projects that strengthen regenerative and resilient rural communities in Costa Rica ## Climate Problem Rural communities are facing soil degradation, biodiversity loss, economic vulnerability, and the loss of local agricultural knowledge caused by extractive systems. This weakens climate resilience and threatens both ecosystems and community wellbeing. ## Solution Providencia Regenera builds community-led educational ecosystems inspired by syntropic agriculture and ecoversity principles, combining farmer education, entrepreneurship, biodiversity projects, youth engagement, and regenerative local development. ## Revenue Model Revenue will come from workshops, regenerative education programs, local branded products, partnerships, eco-cultural experiences, sponsorships, and community events that reinvest into restoration and local development projects. ## Target Market Our target market includes environmentally conscious consumers, regenerative tourism visitors, organizations supporting climate resilience ## Social Impact People Living in Extreme Poverty, Women ## Demand Evidence We have already seen strong participation in community festivals, regenerative education activities, and biodiversity initiatives. Farmers, residents, and visitors are actively seeking more connected, ecological, and locally rooted alternatives. ## Competitors While there are regenerative farms and sustainability projects in Costa Rica, few integrate education, entrepreneurship, biodiversity conservation, and community development into one collaborative territorial model. ## Founder Expertise Our team combines local farming knowledge, regenerative agriculture training, conservation experience, medicine, branding, fundraising, and community organizing. We have organized festivals with 250+ attendees, educational programs, and local development ## External Support We have received support through partnerships with UACO, which opened scholarships for local residents to study regenerative agronomy, as well as sponsors and allies who have helped fund access to educational and regenerative agriculture programs. --- *Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 9032* *Ingested: 2026-05-25* # Puentes aéreos para paso seguro de animales sobre carretera · Air & Environment # Puentes aéreos para paso seguro de animales sobre carretera **Country:** Costa Rica · Heredia **Category:** Air & Environment **Impact Areas:** Nature-Based **Stage:** Launched **Team Size:** 2 **Website:** — --- ## Elevator Pitch Innovative, durable, and functional ## Climate Problem If we lose many animals to power lines, we are losing the forest’s gene pool; consequently, the genetic diversity of both the animals and the forest will decline, as will that of predators, since their food supply is reduced—so they will either change their diet or die as well ## Solution I offer aerial bridges for animals made from recycled fiber-optic cables, which promotes a circular economy ## Revenue Model Selling my bridges to municipalities and environmental organizations ## Target Market Electric utilities ## Social Impact Women ## Demand Evidence In recent years, there has been an increase in the number of animals killed by power lines, so the government issued a decree requiring electric utility companies and municipalities to install overhead animal crossings. ## Competitors I don't have one right now because potential competitors are putting up roadblocks, and it's not a very practical system ## Founder Expertise An innovative project featuring a new design to improve the transport of animals between forests while ensuring their safety when crossing roads ## External Support None of them has managed to sell six bridges to an electricity provider in Costa Rica --- *Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 9342* *Ingested: 2026-05-25* # Red Colaborativa Ubuntu · Food & Agriculture # Red Colaborativa Ubuntu **Country:** Costa Rica · San Mateo **Category:** Food & Agriculture **Impact Areas:** Adaptation, Circular Economy, Nature-Based **Stage:** Ideation **Team Size:** 5 **Website:** https://colectivavallemachuca.org/ --- ## Elevator Pitch Ubuntu collaborative network connects people and resources for the common good. It uses surplus from sustainable farms, transforming it into longer-lasting products. It generates income through collaboration, sales, and barter. ## Climate Problem We address food waste and related emissions in local agricultural systems. Surplus from sustainable farms is lost due to lack of processing and market access. Reducing this is key to lowering emissions and strengthening resilience and local economies. ## Solution We offer a collaborative network that rescues agricultural surplus and turns it into higher-value, longer-lasting products. We connect producers, processors, and markets, reducing waste and emissions while generating local income through sales and barter. ## Revenue Model It generates income through sales of value-added products made from surplus, partnerships with local shops and markets, and barter systems. It also includes memberships, processing services, and alliances with regenerative initiatives. ## Target Market Our target market is Valle Machuca, a growing region with increasing population driven by people arriving from around the world and the development of ecovillages, creating demand for local and sustainable products. ## Social Impact Indigenous Peoples, Migrants, Women ## Demand Evidence We are a nonprofit association operating a community market for 3 years, with steady growth in attendance. Additionally, other bioregions in Costa Rica have shown interest in replicating and participating in the project. ## Competitors As a collective project, there is nothing at this moment. ## Founder Expertise I bring experience in community building, regenerative project development, and local network management. We are also supported by 10 founding women with diverse, multicultural profiles, strengthening collaboration and on-the-ground implementation. ## External Support Nothing --- *Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 8830* *Ingested: 2026-05-25* # SABÓ by vanessa · Food & Agriculture # SABÓ by vanessa **Country:** Costa Rica · San José **Category:** Food & Agriculture **Impact Areas:** Nature-Based **Stage:** Private Beta **Team Size:** 8 **Website:** — --- ## Elevator Pitch Healthy Foods Gravy but made with fresh vegetables, healthy and delicious, cultivate and then eat ## Climate Problem El problema es que el suelo donde se cultiva está enfermo , y nosotros nos alimentamos de él necesitamos tener alimentos sanos libres de agroquímicos y ayudar a que nuestros suelos dejen de tener polución ## Solution La solución es primeramente tomar conciencia de la importancia de nuestros suelos , que se mantengan sanos , y de igual manera los ríos etc , por lo tanto es bueno la hidroponías y la acuicultura, producir nuestros alimentos de forma artesanal natural ## Revenue Model Sales , working , making other see the important to helps one and other , ## Target Market For all the ones what cooks sales and has to see with nutrition ## Social Impact People of African Descent, Indigenous Peoples, Women ## Demand Evidence Because is a need it’s not an option ## Competitors Five ## Founder Expertise I made it , i always wanted to help other does some thing for generation help ## External Support Yo no he recibido ayuda externa , por ese mismo motivo es importante para mí que ustedes sepan de este proyecto y aporten para su crecimiento --- *Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 9227* *Ingested: 2026-05-25* # Sandra's Craft · Clean Industry # Sandra's Craft **Country:** Costa Rica · Santa Cruz, Guanacaste **Category:** Clean Industry **Impact Areas:** Mitigation, Circular Economy **Stage:** Prototype **Team Size:** 3 **Website:** https://sites.google.com/view/sandrascraft?fbclid=iwdGRjcARmBftqvaDJu3LJqR6e7G6aH3rB-zF-KG23r71p97mOZqv-zb7ODLCmKxpui_Gerg&pli=1 --- ## Elevator Pitch Sandra’s Craft creates reusable jicaro tableware rooted in Chorotega culture. Our eco-tableware replaces single-use plastics, reducing waste and pollution while promoting sustainable consumption and cultural preservation. ## Climate Problem Single-use plastic waste from food service drives pollution, emissions, and ecosystem damage. In tourist regions like Costa Rica, it threatens biodiversity, oceans, and local livelihoods, making urgent alternatives essential. ## Solution We produce reusable, biodegradable jicaro tableware that replaces single-use plastics. We work with artisans, supply hotels and restaurants, and promote circular use through durable products that reduce waste at the source. ## Revenue Model We sell eco-tableware to hotels, restaurants, and conscious consumers, offer customized products, and run cultural workshops. Our B2B model ensures recurring orders, while storytelling adds value and market differentiation. ## Target Market Our target market includes hotels, restaurants, and eco-lodges in tourist regions, especially those committed to sustainability. We also target conscious consumers seeking reusable, culturally rooted alternatives to single-use plastics. ## Social Impact Indigenous Peoples, Women ## Demand Evidence We have active sales with hotels and restaurants, repeat orders, and growing interest in sustainable alternatives. Global trends and plastic bans also validate strong and increasing market demand. ## Competitors Competitors include disposable plastic suppliers and alternatives like bamboo or bioplastics. In our area, few offer reusable, culturally rooted products like ours, giving us a strong differentiation. ## Founder Expertise Over 30 years in cultural entrepreneurship and artisan production, continuing a family legacy started by my mother 3 years ago. Expertise in jicaro craftsmanship, sustainable design, and community-based training with women and youth artisans. ## External Support We have received support through national entrepreneurship programs, mentorship in sustainable business development, and recognition as a finalist in international competitions. We also collaborate with local artisan communities. --- *Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 8802* *Ingested: 2026-05-25* # Secret EcoBliss - Cicular Coconut Platform · Clean Energy # Secret EcoBliss - Cicular Coconut Platform **Country:** Costa Rica · Cartago **Category:** Clean Energy **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy **Stage:** Prototype **Team Size:** 6 **Website:** http://www.secretocaribe.com --- ## Elevator Pitch Secret EcoBliss is a circular platform transforming coconut waste into valuable resources at national scale. We connect the value chain to collect and valorize residues, reducing emissions and building a regenerative coconut industry in Costa Rica. ## Climate Problem Tons of unmanaged coconut waste releases methane and CO₂ through decomposition and burning. This overlooked issue drives emissions, pollution, and resource loss, making circular, scalable solutions urgently needed. ## Solution We build a circular platform that collects coconut waste, processes it in hubs, and transforms it into substrates, bio-inputs, and biomass. By connecting the value chain, we reduce emissions and turn waste into scalable economic value. ## Revenue Model We generate value by converting coconut waste into high-value products like substrates, bio-inputs, and biomass, while offering waste collection services. By scaling this circular model, we create new revenue streams and reduce environmental costs. ## Target Market We serve coconut producers and agro-industrial companies in Costa Rica, while targeting export markets with high demand for substrates and fiber for nurseries and industrial use. Few competitors offer a circular, scalable supply system. ## Social Impact People of African Descent, People Living in Extreme Poverty, Women ## Demand Evidence Global demand for sustainable substrates and bio-based materials is rising. Coconut fiber is widely used in nurseries and industry, while unmanaged local waste creates a clear opportunity to meet both supply and demand needs. ## Competitors Some small-scale processors exist, but in Limón (we are located in Matina) there are no large-scale coconut waste management systems. Current solutions are fragmented, leaving a clear gap for an integrated circular platform. ## Founder Expertise We combine agro-industrial, operational, and value chain development experience, supported by strategic partners in sustainability and production. Our work in the coconut sector positions us to execute a scalable circular platform. ## External Support We have received early-stage support through grants, training programs, and internal investment, focused on building our agro-industrial base and circular model. We are also supported by advisors and strategic partners in sustainability and operations. --- *Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 8354* *Ingested: 2026-05-25* # Sempiternal Honey · Food & Agriculture # Sempiternal Honey **Country:** Costa Rica · Alajuela **Category:** Food & Agriculture **Impact Areas:** Nature-Based **Stage:** Launched **Team Size:** 10 **Website:** — --- ## Elevator Pitch We are an organization focus in the conservation, education & investigation of the really endangered native bees, for achieve our goal we sell products and services, like coffee, honey and tours, with that income we develop our conservation proyects ## Climate Problem I take care of the bees that just pollinates the 75% of all the existing plants, and from the 111 crops more consume by humans 75% are also pollinate by bees, so no bees no ecosystem no food no nothing ## Solution We are opening sanctuarys where we don't apply quemicals, full of flowers and resources that provides of resources and shelter to countless species, we obtain bee products and crops from these lands that help us fund the project ## Revenue Model I am already selling honey and other products in more than 10 stores, we have land for grow cacao and coffee for sell final product cause actually we resell, we offer guided tours in our fields the visitors pays and the students enter for free ## Target Market Almost everyone can be our market anyone with 5$ for a bottle of honey can be our customers, but the ones that are going to help us to achieve a bigger impact would be bigger sales, like online and also big distributors ## Social Impact Indigenous Peoples ## Demand Evidence Productive land have better revenue than the SP500, and you don't produce anything without pollinators, we can look also at the graphics coffee, chocolate and honey production doesn't stop to decrease and demand don't stop to increase easy math ## Competitors There are also other coffee producers, there are also other chocolate producers in the area I receive at my location around 40 k persons during the year so if I place there only my products no competition, no many bee keepers in the area so no competition ## Founder Expertise More than 5 years working with previous products mentioned and a team of diferent experts who guide me in each specific area ## External Support None, everything have been done by ourselves, and what makes me more happy is that is working already so with some support I know we are going far --- *Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 8988* *Ingested: 2026-05-25* # Siloe Garden · Eco Sanctuary · Food & Agriculture # Siloe Garden · Eco Sanctuary **Country:** Costa Rica · Cartago **Category:** Food & Agriculture **Impact Areas:** Mitigation, Adaptation, Circular Economy, Nature-Based **Stage:** Launched **Team Size:** 3 **Website:** — --- ## Elevator Pitch An organic nursery in La Cangreja (1,600 meters above sea level), run by a female head of household. We grow medicinal, ornamental, and fruit plants without agrochemicals and protect 1 hectare of cloud forest. We combine sustainable production with rural ecotourism. ## Climate Problem Deforestation of cloud forests in Costa Rica due to a lack of economic value. Without incentives, landowners destroy the forest. Siloe Garden demonstrates that conserving 1 hectare generates more income than clearing the forest. ## Solution Ecotourism center + organic nursery on 1 hectare of cloud forest in El Guarco, Cartago. Interpretive trails, pesticide-free plants grown in our own handmade potting mix, and home delivery. Conservation becomes a profitable business. ## Revenue Model Ecotourism tickets (₡2,500 for adults / ₡1,500 for seniors), sale of medicinal and ornamental plants, gazebo rentals, and home delivery in Cartago and the Greater Antioquia Metropolitan Area (GAM). Year 1 goal: ₡7,696,00 ## Target Market Costa Rican families with gardens (income: ₡350,000–₡2.5 million/month) in Cartago and the Greater Antigua Metropolitan Area (GAM). 605,000 residents in the catchment area. Interested in affordable family ecotourism and organic medicinal plants. ## Social Impact Women ## Demand Evidence Actual sales via Facebook and WhatsApp before the official opening. In-house survey (n=10): 100% interest, 80% have a garden, 9 out of 10 use Facebook to shop. Tourism in Cartago grew by 8% per year (2020–2024). ## Competitors No direct competitors offering an ecotourism + organic nursery model in El Guarco. Indirect competitors: Jardín Lankester (orchids, ₡3,500, no nursery), Irazú Volcano (₡1,000, no picnic area). Siloe is the only hybrid model. ## Founder Expertise Certified in Naturopathy, Hotel Management (Penn Foster, USA), TSU Data Center, and INA training in Agricultural Project Development and Rural Entrepreneurship. Active digital channel with actual plant sales. ## External Support I have received training from INA Costa Rica in the evaluation and development of agricultural projects and rural entrepreneurship, including both theoretical instruction and hands-on fieldwork, during which I visited established ecological models. --- *Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 8896* *Ingested: 2026-05-25* # Solano Forest Reserve · Food & Agriculture # Solano Forest Reserve **Country:** Costa Rica · San Jose **Category:** Food & Agriculture **Impact Areas:** Adaptation, Nature-Based **Stage:** Prototype **Team Size:** 1 **Website:** — --- ## Elevator Pitch Solano Regenerative Forest Experiences is a Costa Rica-based conservation and regenerative tourism initiative protecting biodiversity through low-impact ecotourism. It promotes climate resilience and sustainable development through forest stewardship. ## Climate Problem Solano Forest Reserve addresses biodiversity loss, forest degradation, and climate vulnerability by protecting ecosystems through regenerative tourism and forest stewardship. This matters because healthy forests are essential for climate resilience, water ## Solution Solano Forest Reserve combines forest conservation, regenerative tourism, and sustainable land stewardship to protect biodiversity and critical ecosystems. The project creates sustainable economic opportunities while strengthening climate resilience, wate ## Revenue Model Solano Forest Reserve will generate revenue through regenerative tourism experiences, eco-lodging, conservation partnerships, and sustainable nature-based activities that support biodiversity protection and long-term forest stewardship. ## Target Market Solano Forest Reserve targets environmentally conscious travelers, eco-tourists, and strategic partners seeking nature-based experiences that support biodiversity conservation, climate resilience, and sustainable tourism. ## Social Impact Indigenous Peoples ## Demand Evidence Growing global demand for sustainable tourism, biodiversity conservation, and nature-based experiences supports our model. Costa Rica’s international leadership in ecotourism creates strong opportunities for regenerative tourism initiatives. ## Competitors In our area, we do not identify direct competitors, as the region is mainly focused on cattle farming. Solano Forest Reserve is one of the few local initiatives dedicated to biodiversity conservation and regenerative tourism. ## Founder Expertise I bring experience in sustainability, strategic partnerships, forest stewardship, and international business development. My background includes conservation initiatives, stakeholder engagement, and sustainable tourism projects in Costa Rica. ## External Support Solano Forest Reserve has received limited support through Costa Rica’s FONAFIFO forest conservation program. The reserve protects water sources, endemic species, and critical ecosystems through long-term forest stewardship and conservation efforts. --- *Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 9100* *Ingested: 2026-05-25* # Soluciones Ecológicas Mundo Verde · Transportation # Soluciones Ecológicas Mundo Verde **Country:** Costa Rica · Pérez Zeledón **Category:** Transportation **Impact Areas:** Mitigation, Adaptation, Circular Economy, Nature-Based **Stage:** Launched **Team Size:** 6 **Website:** — --- ## Elevator Pitch Environmental sustainability and compostability ## Climate Problem Replacing plastic with biodegradable cleaning products and providing environmental consulting services for mangroves and wetlands, while encouraging companies to join in by launching a plastic-free campaign across the country ## Solution This would involve replacing plastics in packaging and providing awareness-raising consultations ## Revenue Model Through consulting services and the sale of supplies ## Target Market Tourism and commerce ## Social Impact Indigenous Peoples, People Living in Extreme Poverty, Women ## Demand Evidence We are already replacing products such as plastics ## Competitors Manufacturers of conventional plastics and chemicals ## Founder Expertise I am an environmental consultant and auditor ## External Support None --- *Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 9105* *Ingested: 2026-05-25* # Targua Naturals · Food & Agriculture # Targua Naturals **Country:** Costa Rica · San José **Category:** Food & Agriculture **Impact Areas:** Adaptation, Nature-Based **Stage:** Launched **Team Size:** 2 **Website:** https://linktr.ee/targuaCR --- ## Elevator Pitch We create hair care products (shampoo and tonic) made from the sap of the "Croton Draco" tree (without harming the tree), using a collaborative and regenerative agriculture model, and reviving traditional medicine. ## Climate Problem We address the issue that environmental conservation costs money and that it is necessary to generate passive income from the forest to help communities earn a living while protecting the forests. Additionally, we aim to promote traditional medicine. ## Solution This harvesting method is environmentally friendly, as it does not damage the tree like traditional methods do. We use leaf pruning, and this method is compatible with environmental service payment programs. ## Revenue Model We extract the latex from the tree and use it to make shampoo and hair tonic, which are sold in some macrobiotic stores in Costa Rica. We have been in business for two years and currently have 15 retail locations. ## Target Market People interested in natural hair care who enjoy using natural products. ## Social Impact People Living in Extreme Poverty, Women ## Demand Evidence There is demand, as we currently produce about 150 bottles a month. ## Competitors There are several domestic and international hair care brands and treatments, some of which use natural ingredients. However, I haven't seen any other cosmetic products made from Croton Draco in Costa Rica. ## Founder Expertise I am an agricultural engineer specializing in process innovation. I have over 15 years of experience in commercial sales. I am passionate about regenerative agriculture and rural entrepreneurship. ## External Support We were selected for the ACTIVA-CATIE program two years ago, receiving non-repayable grants that helped us develop the prototype and fund the scientific analyses that formed the basis of the extraction process. --- *Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 9163* *Ingested: 2026-05-25* # Tengo la idea de crear una guía a nivel nacional para la correcta gestión de residuos aprovechables, junto con estrategias de apoyo al artesano creando productos desde los desechos creando un # Tengo la idea de crear una guía a nivel nacional para la correcta gestión de residuos aprovechables, junto con estrategias de apoyo al artesano creando productos desde los desechos creando una economía circular **Country:** Costa Rica · Grecia, Alajuela **Category:** Clean Industry **Impact Areas:** Mitigation, Adaptation, Circular Economy **Stage:** Launched **Team Size:** 2 **Website:** https://www.instagram.com/wisteria.cr?igsh=dzB3MXVoM2hqd3U0 --- ## Elevator Pitch Innovation Education Recycling Strategies ## Climate Problem Properly managing waste ## Solution Raising awareness through practical recycling strategies ## Revenue Model Selling handmade products that we make ourselves ## Target Market Jewelry ## Social Impact People of African Descent, Indigenous Peoples, Roma - Sinti and Travelers, Persons Belonging to National or Ethnic - Religious and Linguistic Minorities, Migrants, People Living in Extreme Poverty, Women, LGBTQI+ People ## Demand Evidence There's too much demand because we see trash every day ## Competitors There isn't any ## Founder Expertise Manage each of the areas ## External Support None --- *Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 9289* *Ingested: 2026-05-25* # The Living Garden at El Escobón · Air & Environment # The Living Garden at El Escobón **Country:** Costa Rica · Chires, Puriscal, San Jose **Category:** Air & Environment **Impact Areas:** Nature-Based **Stage:** Ideation **Team Size:** 5 **Website:** — --- ## Elevator Pitch Is a pollinator-friendly native garden beside a cattle corral that blends biodiversity, education, and tourism. Differentiator: women-led model turning livestock spaces into living classrooms and sustainable income sources. ## Climate Problem Our startup addresses biodiversity loss and land degradation from conventional cattle farming. It matters because restoring habitats improves climate resilience, captures carbon, and sustains ecosystem services vital for rural livelihoods. ## Solution We create pollinator gardens with native plants beside cattle corrals, integrating conservation into farming. Through women-led nurseries, training, and services, we restore habitats, boost biodiversity, and create sustainable income. ## Revenue Model We generate revenue by selling native plants, providing garden design and installation services, offering training workshops, producing stingless bee honey, and developing eco-tourism experiences on the farm. ## Target Market Our target market includes cattle farmers, rural landowners, eco-tourism operators, NGOs, and public programs seeking nature-based solutions, biodiversity restoration, and sustainable, women-led climate initiatives. ## Social Impact People Living in Extreme Poverty, Women, LGBTQI+ People ## Demand Evidence We have validated demand through farmer interest, pilot results, and growing demand for sustainable practices, eco-tourism, and biodiversity solutions, supported by national incentives and increasing climate awareness. ## Competitors Competitors include nurseries, eco-tourism farms, and sustainability consultants. Few integrate livestock, biodiversity, and women-led models, giving us a differentiated, locally grounded solution. ## Founder Expertise We bring experience in sustainable livestock management, rural project design, biodiversity conservation, and community work, with a strong focus on women-led initiatives, environmental education, and nature-based solutions ## External Support We have received local technical guidance, community support, and early validation through pilot actions on the farm. We are building alliances with environmental organizations and exploring partnerships for scaling and impact. --- *Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 8968* *Ingested: 2026-05-25* # ToyCycles · Air & Environment # ToyCycles **Country:** Costa Rica · San josé **Category:** Air & Environment **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy **Stage:** Prototype **Team Size:** 2 **Website:** https://thetoycyclelab.com/ --- ## Elevator Pitch From waste to play This project investigates how recycled plastic bottles can be transformed into early-stimulation toys designed to support children’s development, particularly within vulnerable communities. ## Climate Problem The project addresses two areas: environmentally, high levels of plastic (PET) pollution; socially, vulnerability in communities near landfills, as well as play and early childhood development. ## Solution In order to mitigate the effects of pollution, the project aims to repurpose waste, turning it into a primary development tool for children aged 3 to 12 in vulnerable communities, enabling children to foster their cognitive, and emotional development. ## Revenue Model We will establish various communities to collect materials. We hope to attract the attention of various foundations and NGOs that share our vision and wish to join the initiative. In addition, we aim to develop a bigger business model. ## Target Market Children aged 0 to 6, vulnerable families, foundations, NGOs, environmental organizations, preschools, stores specializing in toys and others. ## Social Impact People Living in Extreme Poverty ## Demand Evidence Play is an inherent part of being human and should be encouraged as a key component of development. Furthermore, plastic pollution must be addressed from every possible angle, and it would be even better if this effort benefited the most vulnerable. ## Competitors Despite numerous initiatives to address plastic pollution, there is a gap in this specific market. Furthermore, our project goes beyond the material aspect and also aims to benefit early childhood by using play as a catalyst for development. ## Founder Expertise We are Sofia Gutierrez and Susana Colorado, senior industrial design students. We are united by our passion for design. Our experiences complement each other perfectly; we blend functionality, sustainability, and aesthetics. ## External Support During the product development phase, the LCI Veritas community participated in the material recollection process. The project also received the award for best project from the School of Product Design 2026-1. --- *Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 9791* *Ingested: 2026-05-25* # VIBRA+ · Clean Industry # VIBRA+ **Country:** Costa Rica · San Ramón Alajuela **Category:** Clean Industry **Impact Areas:** Nature-Based **Stage:** Launched **Team Size:** 1 **Website:** — --- ## Elevator Pitch Natural cosmetics for humans and pets, crafted with essential oils and natural ingredients only. Chemical-free, artisanal, and designed with reusable or refillable packaging for a more sustainable lifestyle. ## Climate Problem We reduce plastic waste, water contamination, and chemical pollution by creating natural cosmetics for humans and pets with reusable or refillable packaging. This matters because healthier products and less waste protect people, animals, and the planet. ## Solution We create natural, chemical-free cosmetics for humans and pets using biodegradable ingredients and reusable packaging. Through refill systems and eco-conscious production, we reduce plastic waste, water contamination, and toxic chemicals in daily life. ## Revenue Model We generate revenue through direct sales of natural cosmetics for humans and pets, refill programs, workshops, online sales, artisan fairs, and partnerships with eco-conscious stores and wellness businesses. ## Target Market Eco-conscious consumers, families, pet owners, and wellness-focused customers seeking natural, chemical-free products with sustainable packaging and refill options for a healthier lifestyle. ## Social Impact Women ## Demand Evidence We have validated demand through repeat customers, growing sales at artisan fairs, social media engagement, workshops, and increasing consumer interest in sustainable, chemical-free products for humans and pets. ## Competitors Our competitors include traditional cosmetic brands and some natural product businesses. However, we differentiate ourselves through chemical-free formulations for humans and pets, reusable packaging, and a strong sustainability mission. ## Founder Expertise I bring expertise in aromatherapy, training in natural cosmetics, and ongoing specialization studies in natural formulation. I also hold an MBA and have years of professional experience managing operations, people, and business processes. ## External Support We have received support through artisan fairs, community programs, training in natural cosmetics, social media promotion, and collaboration opportunities with local cultural and entrepreneurial organizations. The San Ramon Municipality and Banco Popular. --- *Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 9090* *Ingested: 2026-05-25* # ViaPsico · Not Assigned/ Unknown # ViaPsico **Country:** Costa Rica · Heredia **Category:** Not Assigned/ Unknown **Impact Areas:** Adaptation **Stage:** Launched **Team Size:** 2 **Website:** https://viapsico.com --- ## Elevator Pitch We help reduce the emotional burden on people ranging from those experiencing eco-anxiety and illnesses associated with climate change to cancer patients and their caregivers, as well as climate migrants, among others. ## Climate Problem Migration and diseases associated with climate change. Its primary significance lies in the fact that it directly affects human beings. ## Solution To provide therapy and training to help lower patients' cortisol levels, offer solutions, encourage open-mindedness, and provide support during this time of uncertainty. ## Revenue Model Through psychological therapy Training sessions ## Target Market Employees of multinational companies and the general public who are concerned about climate change ## Social Impact Women ## Demand Evidence We are all concerned about climate change, which has been recognized by the WHO as a disease; it is an issue that receives little attention, yet there are many people who are unaware of this solution. ## Competitors From ## Founder Expertise Experience as a Climate Reality Leader I work for a human resources firm where we track health statistics for employees aged 18 to 55. ## External Support Business plan development by INCAE Business School --- *Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 8831* *Ingested: 2026-05-25* # Zero Waste Technology · Air & Environment # Zero Waste Technology **Country:** Costa Rica · San José **Category:** Air & Environment **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy **Stage:** Launched **Team Size:** 4 **Website:** https://zerowastetechnology.kinsta.cloud/ --- ## Elevator Pitch An innovative company committed to providing sustainable solutions that create synergy between profitability, the circular economy, and environmental responsibility ## Climate Problem Our startup addresses the problem of improper organic waste management, which generates methane emissions as the waste decomposes in landfills. We do this through composting and waste treatment technologies. ## Solution We offer technological solutions for the treatment of organic waste using specialized composting equipment. Our startup efficiently and sustainably transforms waste into usable compost. ## Revenue Model We will generate revenue by marketing and installing composting equipment, providing organic waste management services, and offering sustainable solutions to businesses, industries, and communities. ## Target Market Businesses, industries, municipalities, and communities that need sustainable solutions for the management and utilization of organic waste. ## Social Impact People Living in Extreme Poverty ## Demand Evidence We have identified a growing demand among businesses, industries, and communities seeking to reduce organic waste, lower disposal costs, and meet sustainability and circular economy goals. ## Competitors There are companies and suppliers involved in composting and organic waste management; however, many solutions are still limited in terms of technology, automation, and scalability. ## Founder Expertise Our team combines expertise in sustainability, environmental management, and the development of technological solutions for the treatment of organic waste. ## External Support To date, the project has been carried out using the team’s own resources and internal efforts, without having received any external support or additional funding. --- *Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 9656* *Ingested: 2026-05-25* # auto-sustainable farming school · Clean Energy # auto-sustainable farming school **Country:** Costa Rica · Perez Zeledón **Category:** Clean Energy **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy, Nature-Based **Stage:** Ideation **Team Size:** 1 **Website:** — --- ## Elevator Pitch This project establishes a specialized educational center dedicated to teaching circular agricultural systems and a local recreational business ## Climate Problem strial farming depletes soil and wastes 70% of freshwater. We teach closed-loop systems to restore land fertility and secure food water-efficiently, ensuring communities thrive despite climate volatility and resource scarcity ## Solution We provide a hands-on training model focused on closed-loop agroecology. Students implement resource-recovery systems, renewable energy, and water recycling to transform depleted land into high-yield, self-sufficient food ecosystems ## Revenue Model Revenue flows through tuition for hands on certification programs, the sale of high-yield organic produce, and professional consulting services for landowners seeking to implement self-sufficient, closed-loop infrastructure. ## Target Market Families, farmers and students. ## Social Impact Indigenous Peoples, Refugees - Asylum-seekers and Internally Displaced People, People Living in Extreme Poverty, Women ## Demand Evidence Rising global food costs and climate instability have spiked interest in self-sufficiency. We see this through growing waitlists for regenerative workshops, increasing demand for eco-tourism, and local markets seeking reliable, organic food sources. ## Competitors Primary competitors include EARTH University, which offers formal degrees in sustainable agriculture, and Rancho Mastatal, known for intensive permaculture workshops. Locally, eco-communities like RISE Costa Rica also integrate organic farming ## Founder Expertise Economist developer ## External Support None --- *Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 8976* *Ingested: 2026-05-25* # “GypsySoul transforms discarded materials into intentional pieces and ritual objects. Through our Spotify transmissions, we expand this world into sound—creating a sensory universe that recon # “GypsySoul transforms discarded materials into intentional pieces and ritual objects. Through our Spotify transmissions, we expand this world into sound—creating a sensory universe that reconnects women with their identity and nature.” **Country:** Costa Rica · Guanacaste **Category:** Clean Industry **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy, Nature-Based **Stage:** Pre-orders **Team Size:** 1 **Website:** — --- ## Elevator Pitch GypsySoul is a conscious design brand that transforms reclaimed materials into wearable pieces and ritual objects, rooted in circular design. Through our Spotify podcast, we expand this into a sonic universe that connects sustainability and identity. ## Climate Problem GypsySoul addresses textile waste by transforming discarded materials into new products through circular design. This matters because fashion is one of the most polluting industries, and reducing waste is key to a more sustainable system. ## Solution GypsySoul upcycles discarded materials into wearable pieces and ritual objects using small-batch production. Combined with our Spotify platform, we create a circular system that connects sustainability, identity, and conscious consumption. ## Revenue Model GypsySoul generates revenue through direct sales of wearable pieces, retail partnerships, and limited drops. We will expand into workshops and digital experiences through our Spotify platform, creating both physical and sonic value. ## Target Market GypsySoul targets conscious women aged 25–45 with medium to high income who value sustainability, identity, and intentional living. They seek unique, design-led products and meaningful alternatives to fast fashion. ## Social Impact Women ## Demand Evidence We have validated demand through early sales, customer feedback, and strong audience engagement. Our community actively seeks sustainable, small-batch products, confirming a growing market for circular and design-driven alternatives. ## Competitors Competitors include local and global sustainable fashion and upcycling brands. GypsySoul stands out by integrating circular design with a unique narrative and sonic platform, creating a deeper emotional and cultural connection. ## Founder Expertise I bring experience in design, storytelling, and brand building, developing GypsySoul as a cohesive universe across products and digital platforms. My work combines upcycling, identity-driven design, and audience connection. ## External Support GypsySoul is currently self-funded, with early validation through product sales and audience growth across social media and Spotify. We have built a strong brand identity and engaged community without external funding. --- *Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 8764* *Ingested: 2026-05-25* # 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 Related to the production of chemical fertilizers and animal feed: water pollution, soil degradation, greenhouse gases, loss of biodiversity, deforestation, resource use (land, forests, water), and antibiotic use. ## 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* # CLP26 — Guatemala (32 ideas) ClimateLaunchpad 2026 — Guatemala 🇬🇹 # Abrobots · Food & Agriculture # Abrobots **Country:** Guatemala · Antigua **Category:** Food & Agriculture **Impact Areas:** Mitigation, Nature-Based **Stage:** Private Beta **Team Size:** 4 **Website:** https://agrobots.ai/ --- ## Elevator Pitch Agrobots transforms degraded land into productive, climate-positive ecosystems through AI and robotics. We deliver Terrain Management as a Service, enabling scalable, sustainable agriculture worldwide. ## Climate Problem We address soil degradation and inefficient agriculture, major drivers of emissions and biodiversity loss. It matters because restoring soil health is critical to climate mitigation, food security, and resilient ecosystems. ## Solution Agrobots deploys AI, robotics, and ecological design to restore degraded land. Through our platform, we optimize soil health, reduce resource use, and deliver scalable terrain management in real-world agricultural settings. ## Revenue Model We generate revenue through Terrain Management as a Service, charging per hectare managed, plus subscriptions to our AI platform (LandOS). Additional income comes from implementation, data services, and future carbon credits. ## Target Market Our target market includes agricultural producers, landowners, and organizations managing degraded land. We also target governments, climate projects, and agribusinesses seeking scalable, regenerative and climate-positive solutions. ## Social Impact Indigenous Peoples, Migrants, Women ## Demand Evidence Growing demand for regenerative agriculture and climate solutions validates our approach. Our pilot in Guatemala and engagement with stakeholders confirm the need for scalable, data-driven land management solutions. ## Competitors We compete with precision agriculture tools and restoration projects. Unlike them, we combine AI, robotics, and ecological design into one scalable system for regenerative, climate-positive land management. ## Founder Expertise Our team combines expertise in AI, robotics, sustainability, and land management. We have experience in international tech projects, climate innovation, and real-world pilots, enabling us to design and scale regenerative solutions. ## External Support We have received recognition through the European AI Awards and were selected for Prototypes for Humanity 2025. We’ve also developed pilots, including 163 hectares in Guatemala, validating our technology in real-world conditions. --- *Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 8724* *Ingested: 2026-05-25* # Aura cell · Air & Environment # Aura cell **Country:** Guatemala · Santa Rosa,Barberena **Category:** Air & Environment **Impact Areas:** Mitigation, Nature-Based **Stage:** Ideation **Team Size:** 1 **Website:** — --- ## Elevator Pitch Aura-Cell combina biorreactores de microalgas, micelio y nanofibras para capturar el 90% de CO2 y PM2.5. Integrando sensores NDIR y una App con IA para monitorear la calidad del aire en tiempo real, certificando el impacto y ahorro de carbono. ## Climate Problem El calentamiento avanza y cada cierto tiempo las ciudades sufren olas de calor y picos de CO2 insoportables en interiores. Aura-Cell nace para frenar este ciclo, atrapando el exceso de CO2 donde vivimos para ayudar a reducir este contaminante clave. ## Solution Ofrecemos tecnología inspirada en la naturaleza que absorbe el CO2 y refresca espacios de forma limpia. En la práctica, Aura-Cell purifica el ambiente y te permite ver desde una App cómo tu hogar contribuye a bajar los niveles de este gas. ## Revenue Model Generaremos ingresos mediante la venta directa de dispositivos Aura-Cell y un modelo de suscripción para el reemplazo de cartuchos de microalgas y micelio. También ofreceremos una versión Premium de la App para reportes de ahorro de carbono a empresas. ## Target Market Nuestro mercado son instituciones de gobierno, oficinas corporativas, espacios de coworking y hogares urbanos. ## Social Impact Indigenous Peoples, People Living in Extreme Poverty ## Demand Evidence El Estado de Guatemala invierte en capturar carbono con bambú. Aura-Cell complementa esto en interiores como una opción más práctica, fácil y de mayor desempeño para que edificios públicos, oficinas y hogares logren reducir su huella de CO2. ## Competitors En mi zona no hay competidores. A nivel global, existen proyectos con algas en países desarrollados, pero ninguno integra los 3 indicadores de captura que usa Aura-Cell. Esto nos da un mayor desempeño y una ventaja tecnológica única en el mercado. ## Founder Expertise Aporto la dirección estratégica y la visión del negocio. Utilizo mis conocimientos del cierre de Ingeniería Agronómica para liderar el concepto del proyecto, enfocado en coordinar el camino comercial y formar el equipo técnico experto ## External Support Aura-Cell está en etapa de idea y desarrollo propio, por lo que no he recibido ningún apoyo externo aún. --- *Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 10077* *Ingested: 2026-05-25* # Autogenerado · Clean Industry # Autogenerado **Country:** Guatemala · Guatemala **Category:** Clean Industry **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy **Stage:** Private Beta **Team Size:** 1 **Website:** — --- ## Elevator Pitch Development of flexible and rigid material from cells of corn husk and cob, using a byproduct as a base material for industry, with primary applications in furniture. ## Climate Problem This idea tackles climate change by using agricultural byproducts as raw materials instead of letting them go to waste. Reduces the use of wood, plastics by introducing new opoortunities with local materials. ## Solution Debeloping a cellulose-based material derived from corn cobs and husks, transforming agricultural byproducts into both rigid and flexible components. This is done by extracting and processing cellulose fibers from these resources. ## Revenue Model selling high-quality furniture made from its cellulose-based material, and supplying the material itself as a sustainable raw input for other industrial applications. ## Target Market High-end enviromental conscious costumers. It also targets manufacturers and companies looking for eco-friendly raw materials to replace plastics or wood. ## Social Impact Indigenous Peoples, LGBTQI+ People ## Demand Evidence There is clear demand in Guatemala. Agriculture accounts for about 24% of GDP, generating large amounts of corn residues that are currently underutilized. At the same time, national policies are promoting a circular economy and waste valorization. ## Competitors Wood based furniture stores such as Piegatto. Wood industry supply such as Lignum High end furniture stores such as Kare Plastic material suppliers such as Novocolor ## Founder Expertise Experience in innovation and product development, with a strong focus on data-driven research and the application of scientific methods to product design. This background supports a structured, evidence-based approach to developing and validating designs ## External Support The development has been carried out individually. The project is now actively seeking partnerships, mentorship, and strategic alliances to scale and accelerate its impact. --- *Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 9094* *Ingested: 2026-05-25* # Azahara usamos economía circular energía eólica solar ganamos el premio a la sostenibilidad envase de pulpa de maíz ya estamos en mercado ahora este años queremos guías para crecimiento nesec # Azahara usamos economía circular energía eólica solar ganamos el premio a la sostenibilidad envase de pulpa de maíz ya estamos en mercado ahora este años queremos guías para crecimiento nesecitamos mucho para esto. **Country:** Guatemala · Guatemala **Category:** Not Assigned/ Unknown **Impact Areas:** Adaptation, Circular Economy, Nature-Based **Stage:** Launched **Team Size:** 6 **Website:** — --- ## Elevator Pitch Sustainable natural nanotechnology ## Climate Problem Clean water, circular economy, we use 7 liters of water for removal, cornstarch packaging. Wind energy in some processes. ## Solution Azahara offers sustainable skincare solutions for women going through menopause. It addresses the issue with personalized treatments, natural products, and protocols that hydrate, regenerate, and improve firmness, promoting skin health and reducing the impact ## Revenue Model Azahara generates revenue through specialized beauty services and the sale of natural hair and skin care products tailored to women going through menopause. It also offers packages and memberships that ensure recurring revenue. ## Target Market Azahara's target market consists of women aged 25 to 60 who are going through perimenopause or menopause and are interested in skincare using natural and effective solutions. It also includes customers seeking ethical and sustainable beauty treatments ## Social Impact Indigenous Peoples, Women ## Demand Evidence Azahara's target market consists of women aged 25 to 60 who are going through perimenopause or menopause and are interested in skincare using natural and effective solutions. It also includes customers seeking ethical and sustainable beauty treatments ## Competitors Only the most well-known brands on the market, but they aren't entirely organic. Azahara is organic and uses nanotechnology. ## Founder Expertise I am a founder, stylist, and trichologist with 30 years of experience. I offer expertise in skin and scalp care, the design of personalized treatments, and the use of natural products, with a focus on women going through menopause and delivering real results. ## External Support At this time, the Chamber of Commerce has not yet awarded the sustainability prize in Guatemala. --- *Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 8838* *Ingested: 2026-05-25* # BioHogar · Clean Energy # BioHogar **Country:** Guatemala · Guatemala city **Category:** Clean Energy **Impact Areas:** Mitigation, Circular Economy **Stage:** Sketches **Team Size:** 1 **Website:** — --- ## Elevator Pitch BioHogar is a compact system that converts organic waste into biogas for cooking, providing clean, low-cost energy without electricity. It reduces firewood use, improves health, and brings sustainable energy to Guatemalan rural families. ## Climate Problem BioHogar addresses deforestation and greenhouse gas emissions caused by firewood use and poor organic waste management. It is crucial because millions of rural families rely on these practices, harming health and accelerating climate change. ## Solution BioHogar offers a compact household reactor that converts organic waste into biogas for cooking. In practice, it enables families to generate clean energy at home, reducing firewood use, emissions, and improving waste management. ## Revenue Model We will generate revenue through the sale of household reactors, ensuring that when families buy them, they value and maintain them. We will also offer kits, maintenance, and partnerships with NGOs and governments to scale implementation. ## Target Market Our target market is rural families in Guatemala who rely on firewood for cooking, as well as communities with limited access to energy. We also consider NGOs, governments, and development programs as key partners. ## Social Impact Indigenous Peoples, Persons Belonging to National or Ethnic - Religious and Linguistic Minorities, People Living in Extreme Poverty, Women ## Demand Evidence We know there is demand because millions of families in Guatemala rely on firewood and face high costs, health issues, and limited energy access. In addition, NGOs and programs are actively seeking clean and sustainable solutions. ## Competitors Our competitors include improved cookstoves and traditional biodigesters. In Guatemala, some projects and NGOs exist, but they are often costly or hard to use. We stand out with a compact, affordable design tailored for households. ## Founder Expertise We bring expertise in chemical engineering to design and optimize the biogas process, along with marketing skills to create an attractive, accessible, and scalable solution tailored to the Guatemalan context. ## External Support We are currently in the conceptual development, sketching, and early validation stage. We have received academic feedback and basic technical support, and we are seeking mentorship and partnerships to move toward pilot testing. --- *Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 7550* *Ingested: 2026-05-25* # CASA RAÍZ In contexts where housing often develops informally, we propose a return to essentials: a home rooted in place, connected to its environment, its people, and their real possibilitie # CASA RAÍZ In contexts where housing often develops informally, we propose a return to essentials: a home rooted in place, connected to its environment, its people, and their real possibilities. **Country:** Guatemala · Ciudad de Guatemala **Category:** Clean Industry **Impact Areas:** Adaptation **Stage:** Sketches **Team Size:** 4 **Website:** — --- ## Elevator Pitch To scale a modular, sustainable housing solution that improves quality of life while reducing environmental impact. We seek mentorship, validation, and networks to bring dignified housing to growing communities. ## Climate Problem Around 40% percent of global co2 emissions comes from construction It increases climate vulnerability and limits access to safe, dignified living conditions. ## Solution We design modular, climate-responsive housing using local materials and passive strategies. Our system reduces waste, improves thermal comfort, and allows incremental, affordable construction ## Revenue Model Revenue comes from direct sales, customization services, and partnerships with developers, NGOs, and community housing programs ## Target Market Low- to middle-income families, Mayan and indigenous communities with low income backgrounds. ## Social Impact Indigenous Peoples, Refugees - Asylum-seekers and Internally Displaced People, People Living in Extreme Poverty ## Demand Evidence 20 percent of Guatemalan people come from extreme poverty while 60 percent are from a mid to low class. Field insights show housing is often built progressively without technical guidance. There is strong demand for affordable and flexible housing ## Competitors Traditional construction and informal self-built housing ## Founder Expertise Architecture student with experience in design, modular thinking, and construction processes. Background in real projects, technical drawings, and user spatial design ## External Support No --- *Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 7943* *Ingested: 2026-05-25* # Canek.live · Not Assigned/ Unknown # Canek.live **Country:** Guatemala · Guatrmala **Category:** Not Assigned/ Unknown **Impact Areas:** Mitigation, Adaptation, Nature-Based **Stage:** Pre-orders **Team Size:** 10 **Website:** https://Canek.live --- ## Elevator Pitch We promote environmental awareness and provide assistance to indigenous children with disabilities. ## Climate Problem We are supporting Flaar, a foundation that is helping to raise awareness about the conservation of macaws in Petén, Guatemala. ## Solution Making donations to watch a documentary about macaws. ## Revenue Model Through donations on canek.live ## Target Market People in Quexse who care about the environment and animals. ## Social Impact Indigenous Peoples, Persons Belonging to National or Ethnic - Religious and Linguistic Minorities, Women ## Demand Evidence Because efforts are currently being made to raise awareness among communities that live alongside animals, and we need to teach others to protect them. ## Competitors Guatemala.Com and national news outlets with reports and articles. ## Founder Expertise 10 years of productions. ## External Support None. --- *Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 8842* *Ingested: 2026-05-25* # Creación de un sistema de prevención Salud y Seguridad Ocupacional y Cambio Climático en especial en procesos que afecten la productividad por olas de Calor en los trabajadores · Efficiency # Creación de un sistema de prevención Salud y Seguridad Ocupacional y Cambio Climático en especial en procesos que afecten la productividad por olas de Calor en los trabajadores **Country:** Guatemala · Guatemala **Category:** Efficiency **Impact Areas:** Adaptation, Circular Economy **Stage:** Ideation **Team Size:** 1 **Website:** — --- ## Elevator Pitch Climate Change, Prevention, Heat Waves ## Climate Problem It focuses on people who are directly affected by heat waves caused by rising temperatures due to climate change, which not only impacts their productivity but can even lead to death. ## Solution A tool or process that improves operational efficiency and helps minimize the effects on workers exposed to extreme temperatures. ## Revenue Model Through consulting and university teaching. ## Target Market Workers who are exposed to high heat. ## Social Impact People Living in Extreme Poverty ## Demand Evidence From ## Competitors I'm not aware of that. ## Founder Expertise I am aware of the issue, ## External Support None. --- *Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 7880* *Ingested: 2026-05-25* # Cristal Coffee Guatemala · Food & Agriculture # Cristal Coffee Guatemala **Country:** Guatemala · Jalapa **Category:** Food & Agriculture **Impact Areas:** Mitigation, Adaptation, Circular Economy **Stage:** Prototype **Team Size:** 6 **Website:** — --- ## Elevator Pitch An eco-friendly and effective way to produce coffee ## Climate Problem Despite low rainfall and poor distribution, the use of fertigation technology ensured a good harvest ## Solution I make efficient use of water and apply it through drip irrigation systems ## Revenue Model Sustainable coffee production, consistent yields in less time ## Target Market Domestic and export. ## 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 It is necessary; coffee is the most widely consumed beverage in the world and must continue to be produced ## Competitors From ## Founder Expertise 15 years of developing irrigation technologies in Central America ## External Support None --- *Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 7536* *Ingested: 2026-05-25* # Crysalia Studio · Clean Industry # Crysalia Studio **Country:** Guatemala · Guatemala **Category:** Clean Industry **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy **Stage:** Public Beta **Team Size:** 3 **Website:** — --- ## Elevator Pitch We create high-end home decor by giving underutilized materials a second life through thoughtful design engineering. Crysalia reduces demand for virgin resources and waste, proving circular economy principles can coexist with luxury aesthetics. ## Climate Problem The startup addresses the inderutilization of Wood resources in Guatemala, where discarded timber is often burned or landfilled despite retaining material value. This leads to unnecesary emissions and resource loss instead of extending material lifecycle ## Solution We source discarded materials and transform them through refined design and engineering into high-end decor. By partnering with local suppliers and applying circular processes, we extend material life, reduce waste, and deliver sustainable luxury at scale ## Revenue Model The revenue will come through direct sales of high-end decor within limited collections and custom commissions, streamlined by partnership with conscious retailers and interior designers positioning the products as a premium, scalable offering. ## Target Market Our target market is design-conscious consumers seeking high-quality, distinctive home objects, primarily in urban markets. We focus on customers who value aesthetics, craftsmanship and uniqueness with sustainability acting as an added value rather than t ## Social Impact Migrants, Refugees - Asylum-seekers and Internally Displaced People, People Living in Extreme Poverty, Women, LGBTQI+ People ## Demand Evidence Demand is validated by the growth of high end real state and boutique hospitality, our research shows increasing demand for conscious production and statement pieces while global luxury trends show rising preference for story-driven products ## Competitors Our competitor include local artisans and design studios offering handcrafted home objects and furniture. High-end decor brands usually come as a 2nd level competitor and in the Guatemalan market few players try con combine design, material transformation ## Founder Expertise My experience with scrapwood as well as epoxy resin, alongside working within immigration law and vulnerable communities give me great perspective of how waste management should be handled in the country and pollution reduced bringing beauty to every day ## External Support The support we have already received is mainly through advice from friends that are business owners from the area, support from different local retailers to do some A-B testing and some seminars in business development --- *Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 8846* *Ingested: 2026-05-25* # Easy house · Clean Industry # Easy house **Country:** Guatemala · Guatemala **Category:** Clean Industry **Impact Areas:** Mitigation, Circular Economy **Stage:** Ideation **Team Size:** 1 **Website:** — --- ## Elevator Pitch I want to implement easy materials and different methods of construction in Guatemala like easy bricks and Mörtelpad that improves construction and reduces rubble ## Climate Problem Reduces rubble in the long run find materials to reuse in construction ## Solution The use of materials that doesn’t become trash at the end of the day I can make a great impact in the amount of rubble and in economy ## Revenue Model Selling and implementing this construction methods ## Target Market Construction ## Social Impact Women ## Demand Evidence Construction in Guatemala is in a very high demand and it’s always in constant change ## Competitors No ## Founder Expertise I’m a architect ## External Support Nothing it’s still an idea --- *Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 8126* *Ingested: 2026-05-25* # Ebisa Soluciones Ecológicas · Clean Industry # Ebisa Soluciones Ecológicas **Country:** Guatemala · Quetzaltenango **Category:** Clean Industry **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy **Stage:** Launched **Team Size:** 5 **Website:** — --- ## Elevator Pitch Eco-friendly beauty within reach ## Climate Problem Ebisa uses natural ingredients (plants, oils, roots), which reduces water pollution and protects aquatic ecosystems 2. Soil pollution Synthetic chemicals and industrial waste damage soil fertility. ## Solution Artisanal/local production Use of natural ingredients Reduced reliance on heavy industrial processes This reduces your carbon footprint. You promote the use of natural ingredients and can help foster: The cultivation of medicinal plants ## Revenue Model From the sale of the natural cosmetics we produce ## Target Market I'm looking to export, and I'm working on getting everything I need to bring my product to the international market ## Social Impact Indigenous Peoples, Migrants, Women ## Demand Evidence Yes, because some European countries already have regulations on the use of products that harm the environment, and there is a growing trend toward natural products ## Competitors If Yves Rocher ## Founder Expertise I have expertise in transforming natural plants into personal care products ## External Support I have received support from BCIE as one of the companies leading the green transition. And a sustainability award --- *Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 7280* *Ingested: 2026-05-25* # Ecomaquila · Clean Industry # Ecomaquila **Country:** Guatemala · Guatemala **Category:** Clean Industry **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy **Stage:** Launched **Team Size:** 10 **Website:** https://ecomaquila.com --- ## Elevator Pitch EcoMaquila is a sustainable manufacturing company that transforms recycled materials—like plastic bottles and reclaimed cotton—into high-quality fabrics and garments. We partner with conscious brands to bring their designs to life. ## Climate Problem EcoMaquila tackles textile waste and fossil-based fabrics by turning recycled plastic bottles and cotton into new textiles. This reduces emissions and pollution, advancing circular fashion and helping protect the planet for future generations. ## Solution EcoMaquila offers circular, low-impact manufacturing by transforming recycled plastic bottles and reclaimed cotton into premium fabrics and garments. We partner with brands to design, produce, and scale collections using ethical processes and fair labor. ## Revenue Model EcoMaquila generates revenue through B2B manufacturing services—producing garments and footwear for brands using sustainable materials. We charge per unit, offer product development and sourcing services, and build long-term partnerships. ## Target Market EcoMaquila targets sustainable fashion brands—startups and established labels—seeking ethical, low-impact manufacturing. Our focus is on markets like the U.S., Canada, and Europe, especially brands prioritizing circularity, quality, and transparent supply ## Social Impact People Living in Extreme Poverty, Women ## Demand Evidence We’ve validated demand through 12+ years of operations, serving international clients in the U.S., Canada, and Hawaii. Repeat orders, long-term partnerships, and growing interest from European brands confirm strong demand for sustainable manufacturing. ## Competitors Companies like Portugal-based Portugal Textile, ASBX, or Zeria Textile offer eco-friendly production using organic or recycled materials and serve similar B2B fashion brands. ## Founder Expertise I bring over 12 years of hands-on experience in sustainable manufacturing, developing recycled fabrics and producing garments and footwear for international brands. ## External Support EcoMaquila has gained recognition through media features such as Forbes and multiple sustainability awards in Latin America. We’ve also built international partnerships with clients in the U.S., Canada, and Hawaii, validating our model and market demand. --- *Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 8958* *Ingested: 2026-05-25* # FUDESOL · Food & Agriculture # FUDESOL **Country:** Guatemala · Guatemala **Category:** Food & Agriculture **Impact Areas:** Mitigation, Adaptation, Circular Economy, Nature-Based **Stage:** Public Beta **Team Size:** 8 **Website:** https://www.instagram.com/fudesol?igsh=MTI5MTNxZGZsd3l1ZA== --- ## Elevator Pitch We promote local economic development (through organic farming, which regenerates the soil) ## Climate Problem We are developing organic farming practices to regenerate degraded soils in Guatemala's dry corridor ## Solution The solution is to create a market so that communities, through their own development, are motivated to further grow this economy, thereby regenerating their soils and achieving comprehensive economic development. ## Revenue Model Through the sale of agricultural products, and soon carbon credits ## Target Market Exports to Central America and the United States ## Social Impact People Living in Extreme Poverty, Women ## Demand Evidence Yes, we've been studying the model for over eight years, and we have data to support the demand for the product ## Competitors Yes, I'm familiar with similar project models ## Founder Expertise I founded the company, first created the pilot version, and then developed the project's scale model ## External Support We have received funding from the government and partners such as the U.S. Department of State and the POMONA Foundation, among others. --- *Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 8775* *Ingested: 2026-05-25* # GMOVES · Food & Agriculture # GMOVES **Country:** Guatemala · Guatemala **Category:** Food & Agriculture **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy **Stage:** Prototype **Team Size:** 2 **Website:** — --- ## Elevator Pitch We will convert renewable coffee wood into biodegradable stirrers to replace single-use plastics, enabling circular economy. We will create skilled rural jobs, reduce migration pressures, and support scalable income diversification for coffee producers ## Climate Problem Plastic pollution from single-use stirrers drives waste and emissions, persisting for decades. We aim to replace them with biodegradable stirrers made from renewable coffee wood, reducing plastic use and enabling a more circular, low-carbon system ## Solution We will produce biodegradable stirrers from renewable coffee wood to replace single-use plastics. In practice, we will supply cafés and distributors, creating a circular, low-carbon value chain both at the local level, with the potential to scale globally ## Revenue Model We will generate revenue by producing and selling biodegradable coffee wood stirrers to cafés, distributors, and retailers through bulk orders and branded supply agreements, ensuring steady demand and scalable growth ## Target Market We will start with local cafés and distributors, then scale to new markets. In each coffee producing country, we aim to replicate the model through small local production units, reducing transport and generating local economic and environmental impact ## Social Impact Indigenous Peoples, People Living in Extreme Poverty, Women ## Demand Evidence Over 2.25 billion cups of coffee are consumed daily, many on the go, driving demand for single use items. Billions of plastic stirrers are used briefly but persist for years, showing clear demand for sustainable alternatives like biodegradable options ## Competitors Competitors include plastic and wooden stirrer producers, mostly imported. We are not aware of local producers using coffee wood, creating an opportunity to offer a more sustainable, locally sourced alternative with lower environmental impact ## Founder Expertise I bring expertise in sustainable agriculture and coffee systems, with experience training professionals and promoting responsible practices I understand value chains and rural contexts, helping align this solution with sustainability and local development ## External Support We have not received external support yet. --- *Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 7334* *Ingested: 2026-05-25* # Green Mama Compost · Food & Agriculture # Green Mama Compost **Country:** Guatemala · Antigua Guatemala **Category:** Food & Agriculture **Impact Areas:** Mitigation, Circular Economy, Nature-Based **Stage:** Launched **Team Size:** 3 **Website:** https://www.greenmamacompost.com --- ## Elevator Pitch We pick up food and yard waste from homes and businesses that would otherwise go to a poorly managed overflowing trash dump and turn it into compost that nourishes the soil. We do environmental education and so far in only 2 years have reduced 17T of CH4. ## Climate Problem We reduce methane emissions and groundwater contamination by diverting organic waste from landfills and trash dumps, behavior change through environmental education and better waste practices, and improving soil health and quality by creating compost. ## Solution We are the only organic waste collection service in Antigua and are doing so directly because the municipality wont. 52% of the waste in Antigua is organic and in just 2.5 years we have diverted over 350 tons of waste from reaching the trash dump. ## Revenue Model We charge a fee for the pick up service and are now working on commercializing and selling the compost. The pick up service part of our operation is self sustaining, but the compost processing is not yet. We are reliant on donations, prizes, and grants. ## Target Market We look for clients who already know what composting is. Since composting is new here (there aren't that many of us), environmental education is key. Our target is people who already are looking for us and are not needing as much of that education. ## Social Impact Indigenous Peoples, People Living in Extreme Poverty, Women ## Demand Evidence The pick up service is popular. We don't advertise and already need a second truck. We have 5 routes a week and our truck is almost full. We can currently only take on 1 more commercial client and about 20 more residential clients. ## Competitors Reciclemos GT and Agrocompost are a pickup service and compost producer, respectively. They are located in Guatemala City and we collaborate with both. There is enough organic waste to go around, but I can anticipate that we might overlap in the future. ## Founder Expertise I have a master's in public health and a passion for caring for people and caring for the planet. A former women's health professional, there is a direct connection with how we treat the women on this planet and how we treat the planet itself. ## External Support Locally we won 1st place for Ciudadano Ambiental category of the Ultracem Gemas Prize and internationally were the 1st place winners of the Compost Council's Emerging Composter Challenge. We have received the Earth Rising Grant and a ChangeX grant. --- *Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 7281* *Ingested: 2026-05-25* # Guatepalm · Clean Industry # Guatepalm **Country:** Guatemala · GUATEMALA **Category:** Clean Industry **Impact Areas:** Mitigation, Circular Economy, Nature-Based **Stage:** Ideation **Team Size:** 2 **Website:** — --- ## Elevator Pitch Proposal for a process to convert African palm bunches into cardboard to reduce waste that pollutes water, soil, and the environment. The process begins with the collection of raw materials from production sites that would otherwise discard them. ## Climate Problem Grape clusters are often discarded in water sources, leading to an increase in BOD levels in the water. If they are left to pile up, they produce methane and leachates as they decompose, affecting Guatemalan soil. ## Solution Convert African palm bunches into cardboard through chemical and industrial processing, taking advantage of their high cellulose content, so that they can be used by other companies and re-enter the value chain. ## Revenue Model It will generate revenue through B2B sales of cardboard to the packaging and logistics industries. It offers an environmentally friendly alternative that reduces the carbon footprint, competing with virgin cardboard on the basis of cost and sustainability. ## Target Market Packaging and logistics companies. ## Social Impact Indigenous Peoples ## Demand Evidence There is demand because companies today are seeking a competitive advantage through sustainability. The market demands packaging with a low environmental impact, and our project offers a circular material that reduces that footprint. ## Competitors The competition consists of traditional paper manufacturers that use pine or recycled cardboard. The main producers include Empresas Galindo, Papelera Internacional (PAPELCO), Cartones de Guatemala (Cartogua), Papelera del Pacífico, and Distragsa. ## Founder Expertise As a chemical engineering student, my role in this project is to directly assess the environmental impacts of the cluster and propose processes through which it could be transformed into a marketable product. ## External Support No support has been received yet. --- *Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 9830* *Ingested: 2026-05-25* # Ingenicrop · Food & Agriculture # Ingenicrop **Country:** Guatemala · Guatemala **Category:** Food & Agriculture **Impact Areas:** Adaptation **Stage:** Public Beta **Team Size:** 5 **Website:** https://ingenicrop.ai --- ## Elevator Pitch Ingenicrop is a digital platform that transforms agricultural production systems into smart systems through traceability, weather alerts, and AI-powered assistance. It helps reduce climate-related risks, improve productivity, and operate more efficiently. ## Climate Problem Farmers make decisions based on fragmented or non-existent information, increasing their vulnerability to climate change. This leads to losses, inefficiency, and food insecurity. Climate change exacerbates this problem. ## Solution We offer a digital platform featuring traceability, weather alerts, and AI-powered recommendations. Producers log their activities and receive recommendations, while institutions monitor and manage operations at scale. ## Revenue Model We are currently in the pre-revenue phase, validating our business model through pilot projects. We plan to monetize through a freemium model for producers ($20/month for the Pro plan) and B2B licenses, converting pilot projects into recurring contracts. ## Target Market Our target market includes small and medium-sized producers in emerging markets, as well as agricultural organizations, cooperatives, and governments that manage and support producers at scale. ## Social Impact Indigenous Peoples, Persons Belonging to National or Ethnic - Religious and Linguistic Minorities, People Living in Extreme Poverty, Women ## Demand Evidence We are validating the demand through active pilot projects with agricultural institutions and more than 100 users who are using the platform in the field. The feedback indicates a high level of interest in weather alerts, traceability, and AI-powered support. ## Competitors Our competitors include traditional tools such as Excel and manual record-keeping, as well as platforms like AgritecGeo, Climatica, and Geobristol. Most focus on data or monitoring, while Ingenicrop integrates traceability and weather alerts. ## Founder Expertise I am a software engineer and the CEO of Ingenicrop, where I oversee product development, technology, and strategy. I have experience developing digital platforms and validating them through pilot projects with agricultural institutions in Central America. ## External Support We are currently conducting pilot projects with agricultural institutions and academic partners to validate the solution in the field. We have also received support from grants and programs such as BCIE, Google for Startups, and the ElevenLabs Grants Program. --- *Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 7675* *Ingested: 2026-05-25* # La Glorietta · Efficiency # La Glorietta **Country:** Guatemala · Totonicapan **Category:** Efficiency **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy **Stage:** Launched **Team Size:** 3 **Website:** — --- ## Elevator Pitch Eco-friendly retreat A place to stay overnight in an eco-friendly setting. You'll find 100% organic products such as coffee, molasses, and related products. ## Climate Problem An opportunity to enjoy nature through a stroll, taking in the garden views and the surrounding scenery. ## Solution It offers the opportunity to connect with nature and enjoy organic products that are good for the environment and your health. ## Revenue Model Facilities with a garden: Accommodation for two people. Space for social or family gatherings for 35 people. Coworking space. For sale: Coffee and 100% organic honey products. ## Target Market Domestic and foreign men and women with an annual income of Q8,000 or more who are environmentally conscious ## Social Impact Indigenous Peoples, Migrants, People Living in Extreme Poverty, Women ## Demand Evidence Coffee and honey products are already being sold, and there are a few people interested in staying overnight, among other things. ## Competitors Tourist attractions such as Chajil Siguan and El Aprisco, as well as restaurants with gardens in the Totonicapan area. ## Founder Expertise We supply organic products and provide consulting services to organizations that produce and market raw materials and organic products. ## External Support Development of the garden venue's brand. Business training Networking --- *Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 9077* *Ingested: 2026-05-25* # Multiagro Solar · Energy Storage # Multiagro Solar **Country:** Guatemala · Huehuetenango **Category:** Energy Storage **Impact Areas:** Mitigation, Adaptation, Nature-Based **Stage:** Sketches **Team Size:** 10 **Website:** — --- ## Elevator Pitch 1. Solar energy for the countryside and your home. 2. A solar solution for every need. 3. Clean and efficient energy in the countryside and at home. 4. We support the development of agriculture and your home with renewable energy. ## Climate Problem We ensure sustainable access to water for agricultural production. We provide families and farmers with clean energy through solar photovoltaic systems that allow them to store their own energy. ## Solution Solar pumping systems for deep wells, as surface water is becoming increasingly scarce. Installation of photovoltaic systems for homes and electrification of rural areas without access to the grid. ## Revenue Model Sales and installation of complete solar systems. ## Target Market Homes without access to electricity. Families with high energy consumption and high energy costs. Homes in areas prone to power outages. Farmers without access to surface irrigation water, farms, and agricultural cooperatives. ## Social Impact Indigenous Peoples, People Living in Extreme Poverty, Women ## Demand Evidence Energy costs are currently high, which allows us to offer a low-cost solar solution. Surface water is becoming increasingly scarce, yet agricultural production must continue. ## Competitors From ## Founder Expertise We have been training at events in Miami and Panama for two years in order to enter this market. ## External Support None --- *Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 7465* *Ingested: 2026-05-25* # Mythika · Air & Environment # Mythika **Country:** Guatemala · Guatemala **Category:** Air & Environment **Impact Areas:** Mitigation, Circular Economy **Stage:** Launched **Team Size:** 50 **Website:** — --- ## Elevator Pitch 1. We recycle PET bottles that we collect from rivers, oceans, and lakes, involving primarily low-income individuals to turn them into yarn 2. We design fabrics that tell stories about our countries and incorporate advanced technology 3. We produce clothing ## Climate Problem The pollution of rivers, lakes, and oceans, and its consequences, including the deterioration of air quality, the death of marine species, and more ## Solution 1. Watershed collection and cleanup systems 2. Job creation 3. Waste management education programs ## Revenue Model Sale of the clothing we produce ## Target Market People of both genders who enjoy tech-driven designer clothing, particularly those who want to support social causes and help improve the environment; primarily aged 20 and older; from middle- and upper-middle-income backgrounds ## Social Impact Indigenous Peoples, 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 Global trends over the past 15 to 20 years have shown steady and rapid growth in ethnic fashion and fashion with a social and environmental focus; our project has been well received ## Competitors No one else does what we do—or anything with such an impact ## Founder Expertise A team with over 100 years of combined knowledge and experience in environmental issues, production, design, management, strategy development, recycling, human development, and much more ## External Support 1. BI Challenge Scalability Award 2. Angel Award from the Taiwanese Embassy / Ministry of Economic Affairs --- *Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 7613* *Ingested: 2026-05-25* # NRK · Clean Industry # NRK **Country:** Guatemala · Ciudad de Guatemala **Category:** Clean Industry **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy **Stage:** Launched **Team Size:** 3 **Website:** — --- ## Elevator Pitch A conscious design brand that redefines fashion by creating unique and groundbreaking pieces in harmony with the environment, while honoring the hands that craft them. We create pieces with a strong commitment to personal expression and the environment. ## Climate Problem Selecting the right raw materials, the production process, and waste management are key factors that we at NRK take very seriously—factors that the fashion industry generally overlooks and that contribute to major environmental problems. ## Solution We carefully select the raw materials we use, reuse and properly dispose of production waste, every detail of the packaging is designed to be biodegradable, and the final product is well-finished to ensure it lasts. ## Revenue Model Through online sales and in-person pop-up events. New capsule collections will be launched every three months to promote the clothing and keep inventory levels low, as the concept is based on slow fashion. ## Target Market People who seek to express themselves through clothing, who shop mindfully, and who dare to dress differently. They are from a high socioeconomic background and invest in fashion that reflects their personal style and values. ## Social Impact Women ## Demand Evidence Because people want to buy better products that contribute to their well-being—both physical and emotional. There is a demand for products that have a deeper meaning and make them feel like they are part of something important, part of the change. ## Competitors Currently, I have one competitor in the same industry, targeting the same market, but they do not produce or design in the same way. There are three others that focus on sustainable fashion but use different techniques and design approaches, targeting a different market and operating in a different industry. ## Founder Expertise My experience is valuable because there is no other conscious design initiative like NRK in my country. I built the project from the ground up in a country with little knowledge of sustainability, and I have managed to raise awareness of the issues through creative solutions. ## External Support I received support from Guatemala Fashion Week in 2023 after winning the award for best proposal at my university, which gave me the opportunity to showcase my work on their platform. I also participated in an entrepreneurship program through Bridge For Billions. (No financial support) --- *Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 8847* *Ingested: 2026-05-25* # Nodus · Efficiency # Nodus **Country:** Guatemala · Guatemala City **Category:** Efficiency **Impact Areas:** Mitigation, Circular Economy **Stage:** Public Beta **Team Size:** 2 **Website:** — --- ## Elevator Pitch Nodus is a digital platform that curates and distributes minimalist, energy-efficient smart rings without managing inventory. Our products replace multiple devices, reducing electronic waste, overproduction, and ## Climate Problem The rapid growth of electronic waste and the overproduction of devices lead to unnecessary emissions and a waste of resources. This is a critical issue, as technology consumption continues to rise and significantly exacerbates the environmental impact. ## Solution We offer a digital platform that distributes smart rings designed to replace multiple devices. We operate without inventory, reducing overproduction and waste, while promoting the use of efficient, functional, and minimalist technology. ## Revenue Model We generate revenue through direct online sales of products with a profit margin, using a inventory-free model. We also explore additional revenue streams through digital services, subscriptions, and premium features on our platform. ## Target Market Young professionals, students, and tech users looking for practical, minimalist, and efficient solutions. Also, consumers interested in reducing their environmental impact by using more sustainable smart devices. ## Social Impact People Living in Extreme Poverty ## Demand Evidence This demand is evident in the growth of wearable devices and the trend toward simpler, more efficient technology. In addition, interest in sustainable and multifunctional products continues to grow among digital consumers. ## Competitors There are global competitors in the wearable market, such as smartwatches and health rings. However, few combine minimalism, multifunctionality, and sustainability. There are no direct competitors in my area with this approach. ## Founder Expertise I bring expertise in e-commerce, marketing, and technology trend analysis. I have developed this expertise through self-study and market validation, focusing on opportunities in the field of energy-efficient technology. ## External Support "I have gained insights through online resources, independent research, and self-study in e-commerce, marketing, and technology trends. I have also validated the idea through market analysis and consumer behavior research." --- *Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 7329* *Ingested: 2026-05-25* # Pina&Kakaw · Clean Industry # Pina&Kakaw **Country:** Guatemala · Guatemala **Category:** Clean Industry **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy, Nature-Based **Stage:** Pre-orders **Team Size:** 7 **Website:** — --- ## Elevator Pitch Pina&Kakaw transforms pineapple leaf waste into sustainable textile fiber, yarn, and fabric, preventing agricultural burning that harms soil and the environment. We employ women in rural communities of Guatemala, our goal is to sell eco-friendly materials ## Climate Problem Pineapple leaf burning releases emissions, damages soil health, and involves harmful chemicals. This matters for climate and communities. We transform this waste into natural fiber, yarn, and fabric, replacing plastic-based textiles. ## Solution We convert pineapple leaves into sustainable fiber, yarn, and fabric, and transform the remaining biomass into compost that restores soil health—creating a circular solution that eliminates burning and reduces waste. ## Revenue Model We generate revenue by selling pineapple fiber–cotton blended yarn and fabric to textile manufacturers and brands. We are actively securing B2B clients through partnerships, sampling, and pilot orders. ## Target Market Designers, brands, companies for their uniforms. ## Social Impact People Living in Extreme Poverty, Women ## Demand Evidence There is an increase demand for natural fibers in clothing. ## Competitors Not in our area, there are in Asia and they are full in demand selling everything they produce. ## Founder Expertise We hire experts to teach us and also traveled ro Philippines for this purpose. ## External Support We received a donation from a Fundation and we hired and engineer for technical advisory to enhance our production process. --- *Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 8026* *Ingested: 2026-05-25* # Puro Sebo GT · Clean Industry # Puro Sebo GT **Country:** Guatemala · Guatemala **Category:** Clean Industry **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy **Stage:** Prototype **Team Size:** 0 **Website:** — --- ## Elevator Pitch A sustainable, artisanal luxury project that transforms tallow from grass-fed cattle into a comprehensive line of skincare and wellness products. We craft soaps, creams, balms, deodorants, candles, and biodegradable bath salts using artisanal, botanical, and ma ## Climate Problem Reduce the use of synthetic cosmetic products and polluting waste by using biodegradable alternatives made from natural ingredients and responsibly utilizing sebum, thereby promoting mindful consumption and a lower environmental impact. ## Solution Developing biodegradable skincare and wellness products that are handcrafted using recycled tallow, botanicals, and reusable packaging, replacing conventional products with high chemical content and single-use plastics ## Revenue Model Through direct sales, online (including a website and catalog), social media, craft markets and fairs, sales of individual products and sensory kits, special editions, and promotions ## Target Market People of all ages, both men and women, who are looking for natural, biodegradable products, self-care rituals, and conscious luxury—as well as premium, sustainable, and functional alternatives for personal care and well-being ## Social Impact Women ## Demand Evidence The global growth of natural and sustainable skincare reflects a rising demand for clean, effective alternatives. In Guatemala, there is still a limited selection of premium, biodegradable products made from grass-fed tallow and sensory rituals. ## Competitors In Guatemala, there are few businesses that use tallow in creams or basic handmade soaps. At present, we are not aware of any local brand that offers a comprehensive line of skincare and wellness products featuring a variety of scents and a focus on pr ## Founder Expertise I bring self-taught expertise in artisanal formulation, natural skincare, branding, and sustainable product development. I have developed concepts, prototypes, and comprehensive product lines focused on functionality, artisanal luxury, and minimal environmental impact. ## External Support The project is currently in the development and validation phase, involving independent research and AI-driven analysis, small-scale testing, and self-directed training in formulation, sustainability, branding, and product and packaging development. --- *Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 9306* *Ingested: 2026-05-25* # RESI DUO · Air & Environment # RESI DUO **Country:** Guatemala · Antigua Guatemala **Category:** Air & Environment **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy **Stage:** Prototype **Team Size:** 3 **Website:** — --- ## Elevator Pitch We transform non-recyclable materials into public art, murals, and handcrafted pieces that give waste a second life ## Climate Problem We address non-recyclable waste that ends up in landfills. By transforming discarded materials into murals and art, we reduce waste, promote circular economy practices, and inspire communities to rethink sustainability. ## Solution We collect non-recyclable materials like ceramic waste and transform them into murals and art pieces. Funds also support environmental education workshops in schools, helping raise awareness about recycling, reuse, compost, and sustainability. ## Revenue Model We generate revenue by colaborating in murals, selling handmade jewelry, and unique art pieces created from non-recyclable materials. Each product promotes sustainability while helping fund environmental education and awareness programs in schools. ## Target Market Our target market includes eco-conscious consumers, hotels, tourists, schools, and organizations seeking sustainable products, environmental education, and community-based art initiatives. ## Social Impact Indigenous Peoples, People Living in Extreme Poverty, Women ## Demand Evidence Growing interest in sustainable products, eco-tourism, and community art in Guatemala’s tourist destinations shows strong demand. Hotels, coffee shops, schools, and visitors increasingly seek environmentally responsible products with social impact. ## Competitors Handmade jewelry brands, recycling initiatives, and local artisan businesses in Guatemala. However, few combine non-recyclable waste reuse, community art, and environmental education focused on tourist destinations like Antigua Guatemala (my city) ## Founder Expertise As an engineer with experience in environmental education, sustainability, and community projects, I combine technical knowledge with creativity to transform non-recyclable waste into art, while promoting environmental awareness through education. ## External Support none, yet --- *Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 9855* *Ingested: 2026-05-25* # Regeneración de suelos agrícolas en el municipio de chimaltenango · Food & Agriculture # Regeneración de suelos agrícolas en el municipio de chimaltenango **Country:** Guatemala · Chimaltenango **Category:** Food & Agriculture **Impact Areas:** Nature-Based **Stage:** Launched **Team Size:** 3 **Website:** — --- ## Elevator Pitch Treatment of Desertified Farmland Using Beneficial Bacteria ## Climate Problem Desertified soils no longer support the production of cleaner food and help capture and sequester more carbon from the atmosphere ## Solution Restoring soil fertility so that it can be cultivated again with fewer pathogen outbreaks and reduced use of agrochemicals helps farmers' livelihoods ## Revenue Model Higher-quality products at lower production costs ## Target Market Agriculture production ## Social Impact Indigenous Peoples, People Living in Extreme Poverty, Women, LGBTQI+ People ## Demand Evidence Due to the disease and production problems currently affecting the agricultural sector ## Competitors Sussesos, Agricultural Sun, Disagro, ## Founder Expertise The proper use of bacteria in contaminated or desertified soils to produce chemical-free produce ## External Support None --- *Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 8944* *Ingested: 2026-05-25* # Regenerative livestock farming · Food & Agriculture # Regenerative livestock farming **Country:** Guatemala · Guatemala **Category:** Food & Agriculture **Impact Areas:** Mitigation, Adaptation, Circular Economy, Nature-Based **Stage:** Ideation **Team Size:** 5 **Website:** — --- ## Elevator Pitch A sustainable agri-tech startup developing silvopastoral systems that integrate beef cattle with forest trees to restore soils, boost biodiversity, and capture carbon, while generating profitable and climate-resilient livestock production. ## Climate Problem Our startup addresses climate variability in Génova, Guatemala, where intense rainy seasons and prolonged dry periods degrade soils, reduce pasture productivity, and increase vulnerability to floods and droughts.This matters because threatens foodsecurity ## Solution We implement silvopastoral systems that integrate trees with grazing to restore soils, improve water retention, and reduce heat stress. This stabilizes pasture productivity, enhances resilience to droughts and floods, and supports sustainable beef product ## Revenue Model Through sustainable beef production, improved pasture yields and premium markets for eco-friendly products. Additional income comes from timber, carbon credits, and potential agroforestry byproducts, diversifying and strengthening long-term profitability. ## Target Market Our target market includes environmentally conscious consumers and premium buyers seeking sustainable beef, as well as timber and carbon credit markets. We also target partners and institutions interested in scalable, climate-smart livestock systems. ## Social Impact Indigenous Peoples ## Demand Evidence Demand is evidenced by rising consumer preference for sustainable beef, growing corporate and institutional commitments to low-carbon supply chains, and increasing demand for carbon credits and regenerative agriculture models globally. ## Competitors Competitors include conventional cattle ranchers and emerging regenerative livestock projects. In my region, most producers use traditional systems, with few adopting silvopastoral practices, making competition limited but highlighting strong opportunity. ## Founder Expertise I have 15 years of experience in cattle ranching on my family farm, where I have led reforestation efforts integrated with livestock. I apply sustainable practices that respect nature, restore soils, and improve long-term farm productivity. ## External Support We are currently applying to register our plantation with Guatemala’s National Forest Institute (INAB) under the PROBOSQUE program to access incentives that support and scale our silvopastoral project. --- *Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 8986* *Ingested: 2026-05-25* # Save Motagua River · Air & Environment # Save Motagua River **Country:** Guatemala · Zacaps **Category:** Air & Environment **Impact Areas:** Adaptation, Circular Economy **Stage:** Ideation **Team Size:** 02 **Website:** — --- ## Elevator Pitch Collecting plastic and turning it into blocks for building houses and planters to save the Motagua River basin ## Climate Problem The Motagua River basin is polluted by the Guatemala City landfill; currently, the pollution is not being treated and is being ignored, flowing all the way to the Caribbean Sea and polluting the entire river along its course. That is why it is important to save it ## Solution Collecting plastics and turning them into blocks, creating protective barriers, reforesting, and protecting biodiversity ## Revenue Model Selling the collected plastic blocks and creating nurseries for plants that can be used for crafts, such as bamboo and other varieties suitable for reconstruction ## Target Market Construction companies, landscaping companies ## Social Impact Indigenous Peoples, People Living in Extreme Poverty ## Demand Evidence Construction activity is on the rise, and it is necessary to use recycled materials in building ## Competitors No one is doing what we're planning to do ## Founder Expertise We have worked on entrepreneurial and social impact projects, developing ideas that transform communities and create a positive impact. ## External Support No external support has been received yet. --- *Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 8845* *Ingested: 2026-05-25* # Sinsal · Water # Sinsal **Country:** Guatemala · Guatemala **Category:** Water **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy, Nature-Based **Stage:** Ideation **Team Size:** 2 **Website:** https://mercadeocomunitario.com/ --- ## Elevator Pitch Water desalination is a largely unexplored and difficult-to-access field in Guatemala. Exploring a model for nationwide implementation would be of great help to those who lack access to drinking water. ## Climate Problem The scarcity and contamination of drinking water. I believe this is a very important issue, given the negative effects of a lack of access to this resource, such as disease, malnutrition, and death. ## Solution Reverse osmosis desalination plant(s). ## Revenue Model The idea is for the project to be funded by international donations. To make it self-sustaining, a percentage of the purified water must be sold. ## Target Market Condominiums or residential developments in coastal areas, the hotel industry, agribusiness, and sugar mills. ## Social Impact Indigenous Peoples, Persons Belonging to National or Ethnic - Religious and Linguistic Minorities, People Living in Extreme Poverty, Women ## Demand Evidence The deep-seated crisis in access to drinking water. According to studies, 90% of water sources are contaminated, 7 million Guatemalans lack access to a drinking water distribution network, and less than 60% have access to sanitation. ## Competitors There are engineering firms and equipment suppliers that offer plant design, sales, and installation services. Few of them offer the "Water as a Service" model. ## Founder Expertise I hold a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration and a master’s degree in Marketing Management. I also have a master’s degree in Project Design, Evaluation, and Management, as well as more than 25 years of professional experience across various industries. ## External Support None. --- *Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 7900* *Ingested: 2026-05-25* # UR Sustainability · Air & Environment # UR Sustainability **Country:** Guatemala · Guatemala Ciudad **Category:** Air & Environment **Impact Areas:** Mitigation, Adaptation **Stage:** Ideation **Team Size:** 1 **Website:** https://www.ursustainability.com/ --- ## Elevator Pitch UR Sustainability is a startup that helps companies in Latin America measure their carbon footprint. With UR Emissions, it enables companies to calculate emissions using recognized methodologies and generate clear reports to support sustainable decision-making. ## Climate Problem UR Sustainability addresses the lack of data and the high costs of measuring emissions in small and medium-sized enterprises. These barriers hinder climate action. Without accessible and standardized measurement, there can be no reduction in emissions, nor access to value chains or climate finance. ## Solution UR Sustainability offers UR Emissions, a digital tool for measuring emissions in a simple and cost-effective way. It includes fleet modules, standardized country-specific reports, and a PCAF module for measuring emissions financed through microfinance. ## Revenue Model We will generate revenue through a SaaS model: subscriptions to UR Emissions with advanced features (reports, fleet modules, and PCAF), premium services, and solutions for financial institutions that need to measure financed emissions ## Target Market Our target market consists of SMEs in Latin America, logistics and supply chains that need to measure emissions, and financial institutions that need to quantify financed emissions in accordance with standards such as PCAF. ## Social Impact Indigenous Peoples, Women ## Demand Evidence We have identified a demand driven by increasing pressure from customers, regulations, and financing to measure emissions, as well as by the lack of affordable solutions for SMEs. Furthermore, the growing interest in value chains and climate finance underscores the need for tools ## Competitors We compete with carbon footprint and ESG software such as Dcycle, Manglai, and SAP. However, these solutions are expensive or complex. Basic calculators and consulting services dominate the market in the region, with few affordable options available to SMEs. ## Founder Expertise I have a master’s degree in environmental economics and experience in emissions measurement, sustainability, and data analysis. I am familiar with standards such as the GHG Protocol and develop practical tools to support climate management in companies. ## External Support from --- *Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 8779* *Ingested: 2026-05-25* # ZUMA · Food & Agriculture # ZUMA **Country:** Guatemala · Ciudad de Guatemala **Category:** Food & Agriculture **Impact Areas:** Mitigation, Circular Economy, Nature-Based **Stage:** Ideation **Team Size:** 1 **Website:** — --- ## Elevator Pitch It is primarily based on completely eliminating the burning of sugarcane by creating a comprehensive cycle in which the harvest is used to produce biomass. As a result, it includes a sustainability certification for sugarcane growers. ## Climate Problem The issue of large-scale emissions is addressed in its entirety; in this case, the excessively high emissions of various gases resulting from the burning of sugarcane during harvest ## Solution An agreement is reached with the sugar mills to remove all organic waste at no cost, on the condition that I take possession of it to later convert it into biomass, which can then be used to generate energy, produce fertilizer, or serve as biomass for export. ## Revenue Model Revenue will be generated through the direct distribution of biomass for electricity generation and by creating byproducts from the collected and processed raw material, thereby establishing a comprehensive cycle. ## Target Market All sugar mills and bioelectricity-generating companies to complete the cycle. ## Social Impact Indigenous Peoples, People Living in Extreme Poverty ## Demand Evidence Because there is still no solution to this problem other than this one. ## Competitors I don't have any ## Founder Expertise I am someone who loves to learn, and I have been doing a lot of research to help develop a sustainable and cost-effective solution for this project. ## External Support None --- *Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 7967* *Ingested: 2026-05-25* # CLP26 — Peru (94 ideas) ClimateLaunchpad 2026 — Peru 🇵🇪 # AGROPESCADORES · Food & Agriculture # AGROPESCADORES **Country:** Peru · CARABAYLLO **Category:** Food & Agriculture **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy, Nature-Based **Stage:** Public Beta **Team Size:** 2 **Website:** — --- ## Elevator Pitch We promote food sovereignty, climate resilience, and scalable production models that have a positive environmental and social impact. We develop agrochemical-free aquaponics and agroecology systems that produce healthy and sustainable food. ## Climate Problem We address food insecurity and agrochemical pollution in traditional agriculture, which degrade soil, water, and human health. Our solution reduces environmental impact and improves food security in the face of climate change. ## Solution We offer agrochemical-free aquaponics and agroecology systems that integrate fish and plant production in a closed-loop cycle. In practice, we reduce water usage, eliminate chemicals, produce healthy food, and promote sustainable models ## Revenue Model We generate revenue by selling sustainable food products, aquaponics systems, organic inputs, and implementation consulting services, as well as workshops and training programs for families, businesses, institutions, and entrepreneurs. ## Target Market Our target market includes middle- and upper-income urban families interested in healthy food, entrepreneurs seeking sustainable farming systems, and businesses and institutions (restaurants, schools, hotels) that require solutions ## 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 This demand is evident in the growing interest in healthy and sustainable foods, as well as in the need among families, businesses, and institutions for agrochemical-free solutions in the face of food insecurity and climate change. ## Competitors There are hydroponics, urban agriculture, and organic farming initiatives in the country, but we have not identified any competitors that integrate aquaponics, agroecology, education, and community impact into a single scalable and sustainable model. ## Founder Expertise I have over five years of experience in environmental education, social and environmental activism, and the development of socio-environmental projects. I write children’s stories and am studying law, with an interest in specializing in environmental law and sustainability. ## External Support Yes. I have received support from TikTok’s Creators of Tomorrow, UNEP, and Makesense Americas to develop workshops for a specific socio-environmental project focused on sustainability and community impact through a community kitchen. --- *Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 9327* *Ingested: 2026-05-25* # AMARUM LABS SAC BIC · Clean Industry # AMARUM LABS SAC BIC **Country:** Peru · Juanjui, Moyobamba **Category:** Clean Industry **Impact Areas:** Mitigation, Circular Economy **Stage:** Prototype **Team Size:** 2 **Website:** https://www.linkedin.com/in/erickrivasmori/ --- ## Elevator Pitch We upcycle cacao waste into standardized B2B cosmetic ingredients using green tech. We provide verified carbon abatement (LCA) and traceability, offering global labs a sustainable alternative to synthetics. ## Climate Problem Cacao husks are burned or wasted, emitting GHG. Simultaneously, the beauty industry relies on synthetics. We tackle agricultural waste and the lack of traceable Amazonian oils like Sacha Inchi to decarbonize the cosmetic supply chain. ## Solution We operate an Amazonian B2B biorefinery pilot. We upcycle cacao using green solvents and cold-press Sacha Inchi. We deliver standardized bio-actives alongside a full technical dossier and CO2 abatement data to global labs ## Revenue Model Through B2B wholesale of two lines: hydro-glycolic cacao extracts and lipidic Sacha Inchi oils. We use distribution partners for logistics, selling to Clean Beauty labs seeking high-performance, sustainable, and traceable active ingredients. ## Target Market Global Clean Beauty B2B formulators and specialty chemical distributors seeking traceable, GMP-compliant, and carbon-negative Amazonian active ingredients (Sacha Inchi lipidic oils and Cacao hydro-glycolic extracts) ## Social Impact Indigenous Peoples, Persons Belonging to National or Ethnic - Religious and Linguistic Minorities, People Living in Extreme Poverty ## Demand Evidence Through technical B2B sampling validating our physicochemical specs, resulting in formal Letters of Intent (LOIs) from labs urgently replacing synthetic lipids and antioxidants with our standardized Amazonian actives. ## Competitors Synthetic ingredient manufacturers and traditional Amazonian aggregators. Aggregators lack GMP/industrial standardization, while synthetics lack the traceable ESG narrative that modern Clean Beauty brands strictly demand. ## Founder Expertise CEO brings Industrial Engineering & agro-governance expertise. Supported by a Fractional Pharmaceutical Chemist ensuring GMP compliance and direct supply contracts with Sacha Inchi and Cacao cooperatives in San Martin ## External Support We secured S/ 67,000 from ProInnóvate Peru strictly for pilot machinery CAPEX and incubation. We also leveraged private seed capital for operations and obtained formal Letters of Intent (LOIs) from labs validating our technical sampling. --- *Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 8683* *Ingested: 2026-05-25* # AQUAHUERTO · Food & Agriculture # AQUAHUERTO **Country:** Peru · LIMA **Category:** Food & Agriculture **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy **Stage:** Prototype **Team Size:** 3 **Website:** — --- ## Elevator Pitch PRODUCCIÓN DE HORTALIZAS ACUAPÓNICAS Y SISTEMAS ACUAPONICOS PARA EL USO EN CASA DE LAS FAMILIAS DE LIMA Y PERÚ ## Climate Problem La producción y consumo de alimentos ecológicos y sustentables, la escases de la tierra cultivable, la disponibilidad de agua y la reutilización de desechos. ## Solution En las urbes humanas en la actualidad no existen áreas de producción de cultivos autosustentables, la empresa AQUAHUERTO sustentará la producción de hortalizas de alto grado alimentario y la producción de sistemas acuapónicos para el uso en viviendas ## Revenue Model Con la venta de hortalizas de un alto valor nutricional, mejor que las cultivadas en tierra y las de hidroponía; así mismo con la vente de módulos acuapónicos de uso familiar, para personas que quieran producir sus alimentos en casa usando peces y plantas ## Target Market Personas que opten por productos vegetales ecológicos, libre de pesticidas o insecticidas y familais que quieran su independencia alimentaria produciendo parte de sus alimentos ## Social Impact Indigenous Peoples, People Living in Extreme Poverty, Women ## Demand Evidence Por las tendencias del mercado a lo saludable, al uso de nuevas tecnologías ecológicas y sustentables y por que la población quiere una forma de vida mas sana y acorde a la naturaleza ## Competitors los productores de hortalizas hidropónicas ## Founder Expertise Soy Ingeniero Pesquero Acuicultor con una tesis laureada y calificada con excelencia en Acuaponía, he llevado cursos internacionales en acuaponía y soy especialista en acuicultura. ## External Support ninguno --- *Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 8299* *Ingested: 2026-05-25* # Agrilux · Food & Agriculture # Agrilux **Country:** Peru · Lima **Category:** Food & Agriculture **Impact Areas:** Adaptation **Stage:** Launched **Team Size:** 5 **Website:** https://www.vitalfarmbright.store/ --- ## Elevator Pitch Agrilux es el "agrónomo de bolsillo" que utiliza IA para diagnosticar plagas al instante mediante una simple fotografía. Conectamos ese diagnóstico con un marketplace de insumos y una red de delivery motorizado que entrega la solución directamente en la p ## Climate Problem Abordamos la vulnerabilidad agrícola ante plagas intensificadas por el cambio climático. Es vital porque la falta de diagnóstico rápido causa la pérdida del 40% de cosechas en zonas rurales, amenazando la seguridad alimentaria y económica del productor ## Solution Ofrecemos un "agrónomo de bolsillo" con IA que identifica plagas por foto y entrega el remedio exacto vía delivery motorizado. En la práctica, reducimos el tiempo de respuesta de días a horas, salvando cosechas en Cutervo y el Valle del Tambo. ## Revenue Model Generamos ingresos mediante: 1. Comisiones por venta de insumos en nuestro marketplace; 2. Suscripciones SaaS para productores que requieren analítica avanzada; y 3. Tarifas de logística por el servicio de delivery motorizado a la parcela. ## Target Market 2.2 millones de pequeños y medianos productores en Perú sin asistencia técnica. Iniciamos con agricultores de papa, ajo y café en Cutervo y el Valle del Tambo, escalando a la región andina donde la logística rural es la principal barrera. ## Social Impact Indigenous Peoples, Persons Belonging to National or Ethnic - Religious and Linguistic Minorities, Migrants, People Living in Extreme Poverty ## Demand Evidence Lo sabemos por tracción real: ejecutamos pruebas piloto con 15 agricultores y 3 empresas en campo. Validamos que el agricultor está dispuesto a pagar por rapidez y precisión para salvar su cosecha, eliminando la incertidumbre del diagnóstico manual. ## Competitors Competimos con apps globales (Plantix, PictureThis) y la asistencia estatal (MIDAGRI), pero carecen de ejecución logística. En zona, no hay competidores digitales; solo agroveterinarias locales que venden sin diagnóstico técnico ni delivery. ## Founder Expertise Soy estudiante de Ingeniería Mecatrónica (UNI) con experiencia en Gestión de Proyectos. Nací en Cutervo y fui agricultor hasta los 16 años; entiendo el campo por herencia y vivencia, uniendo tecnología de élite con la realidad del productor rural. ## External Support Formamos parte del programa de Carlos Añaños, recibimos un reconocimiento en el Congreso Programático de Ideas de la UNI y actualmente participamos en Santander X Explorer. Estos respaldos validan nuestra solvencia técnica y potencial de negocio. --- *Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 7168* *Ingested: 2026-05-25* # Agro Pacífic Global Services SAC · Food & Agriculture # Agro Pacífic Global Services SAC **Country:** Peru · Lima **Category:** Food & Agriculture **Impact Areas:** Adaptation, Circular Economy, Nature-Based **Stage:** Prototype **Team Size:** 4 **Website:** https://erikadelima.wixsite.com/my-site-1 --- ## Elevator Pitch Development Cabines for transformación of Healthy Food with the fruits and vegetables not exportable. This cabines recovers the Reefer container obsolet, and work only with green energy, with freeze-dried equipments and create more work for farmers. ## Climate Problem First, because dissapear the Food waste. Second, dissapear the cross-contamination from food spoilage. Third, create new works position for the rural women. Fourth, create a new line of Healthy Food affordable for everyone. Fifth, positions us better. ## Solution Implementing our Lio-Tech, we can recover the rural waste, recover the Reefer containers obsolets, increase the shelf life of foods, eliminate dependence on fosil energy, create more work for the little farmers, and our carbon footprint is zero. ## Revenue Model We can create a new line of Peruvian Products, Healthy Food, Cruelty Free and a Fair Price. Sancks, Flours, Sweets, Oils, Cookies and with our international logístic experience, we can export directly to the distribuidors, and with the Franchise. ## Target Market We have 3 targets markets, one is the end consumer for our products, the second is the little farmers that we going to advise, and the third is the carbon bonds market. ## Social Impact Indigenous Peoples, People Living in Extreme Poverty, Women ## Demand Evidence The problem of the rural waste is around all the world and our solution can be a revolution because is compatible with all kind of fruits and vegetables, and, is compatible with all kind of climates. With the Franchise we offer our solution to Best Price ## Competitors Nowadays we don't have competence because nobody give this kind of Service at the little farmers, and in the markets the Healthy Food is too much expencive, and with the exclusive used of clean energy we can optomize the costs and offer an Fair Price. ## Founder Expertise We create our company in 2019 as international broker of fresh Food and commodities, in 2022 we start to export since our own lands of Hass avocado and dragón fruit, and Discovery all the problems the the little farmers have from personal experience. ## External Support At the moment we come working with our own capital, but If we want to generarte a real impacto we need a capital injection, and the the moment nobody in our country want to make a contribution on this. Include we was scammed for Panamá people with a loan. --- *Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 9333* *Ingested: 2026-05-25* # AgroLens · Food & Agriculture # AgroLens **Country:** Peru · Lima **Category:** Food & Agriculture **Impact Areas:** Adaptation, Circular Economy **Stage:** Private Beta **Team Size:** 5 **Website:** https://agrolens.pages.dev/ --- ## Elevator Pitch AgroLens uses drone imagery and AI to help farms detect crop stress and pest-risk signals earlier. We turn field images into actionable alerts so growers can reduce losses and avoid unnecessary pesticide use. ## Climate Problem Climate change is increasing pest pressure and crop stress, causing farmers to react late with more pesticide use and higher losses. This threatens yields, incomes, and food security in vulnerable farming regions. ## Solution AgroLens uses drone imagery and AI to detect early crop stress and pest-risk signals. In practice, we generate field insights and hotspot alerts so farmers can inspect targeted areas and act before losses spread. ## Revenue Model We will start with paid pilots for agroexporters, vineyards, and commercial farms, charged per hectare or scouting cycle. As we scale, AgroLens will offer recurring monitoring subscriptions. ## Target Market Our B2B TAM is LatAm’s export-oriented farms. Our SAM starts with Peru’s 2,742 agroexporters, prioritizing 641 medium/large firms in avocado, grape, blueberry, citrus and mango. We will enter through pilots and scale into recurring services. ## Social Impact Indigenous Peoples ## Demand Evidence Agroexporters already pay for manual scouting, satellite tools, or ERPs, but these often miss early pest signals. Feedback from growers and experts, plus the data from our pilot access, shows demand for faster, crop-specific insights. ## Competitors Alternatives include SpaceAG, Agricolus, AgroScout, EOSDA and Fermata, but LatAm’s export-farm market remains large and underpenetrated. AgroLens enters with affordable, crop-specific pest-risk insights for growers. ## Founder Expertise Our team combines business development, finance, sales, machine learning, software, and mechatronics/hardware. We bring experience in AI model development, drone-based field testing, farm validation, and go-to-market planning. ## External Support We won the START Hackathon in Lima, received formal mentoring from START and external advisors, secured pilot farm access, and obtained a Aspire Leaders grant to buy our first testing drone. --- *Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 10216* *Ingested: 2026-05-25* # BIO ACUANDES · Water # BIO ACUANDES **Country:** Peru · TARMA **Category:** Water **Impact Areas:** Mitigation, Adaptation, Circular Economy, Nature-Based **Stage:** Ideation **Team Size:** 2 **Website:** — --- ## Elevator Pitch El agua agrícola y doméstica esta contaminada por pesticidas agrícolas lo que buscamos es crear pequeños sistemas de biofiltración acompañado de una app/web simple educativa para monitoreo mediante sensores simples que midan y generen alertas. ## Climate Problem El problema de la contaminación por el abuso de pesticidas y escasez de agua en zonas agrícolas de Junín donde hay lluvias irregulares esta situación esta produciendo cáncer y otras enfermedades en la población. ## Solution Se puede enseñar con herramientas pedagógicas a los estudiantes y otras personas a construir sensores simples a traves de programas accesibles que midan la calidad del agua, generen alertas. ## Revenue Model Venta de Kits basicos de biofiltros y accesorios, sensores, manuales, app de monitoreos. ## Target Market Los agricultores, población aledaña, instituciones educativas y municipalidades. ## Social Impact Indigenous Peoples, Persons Belonging to National or Ethnic - Religious and Linguistic Minorities, People Living in Extreme Poverty ## Demand Evidence la contaminación por pesticidas es un concepto conocido ademas de que existe el aumento de cáncer y otras enfermedades la necesidad de agricultura sostenible y falta de monitoreo. ## Competitors empresas que venden filtros genéricos, empresas que venden agua enbotellada. ## Founder Expertise Soy docente de computación con conocimientos en mecánica y electrónica conozco estrategias pedagógicas para trabajar con la comunidad y vivo en la zona. ## External Support ninguno --- *Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 10069* *Ingested: 2026-05-25* # BIOMATERIALS HOPE · Clean Industry # BIOMATERIALS HOPE **Country:** Peru · Huánuco **Category:** Clean Industry **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy **Stage:** Public Beta **Team Size:** 3 **Website:** — --- ## Elevator Pitch B HOPE is a sustainable fashion startup that transforms organic waste from the Amazon into high-quality bio-leather using ultrasound technology. It develops innovative biomaterials that reduce environmental impact and promote the circular economy. ## Climate Problem We are addressing deforestation, CO₂ emissions, and pollution from tanneries in the Peruvian Amazon. This is critical because it accelerates climate change and biodiversity loss, affecting ecosystems and communities. ## Solution HOPE develops sustainable bio-leather from aguaymanto waste using ultrasound technology. In practice, this reduces emissions, eliminates the use of toxic chemicals, and replaces conventional leather, transforming waste into high-value materials. ## Revenue Model We generate revenue through a B2B and B2C model: selling bio-leather and finished products to brands, hotels, and consumers, as well as sheets of material to artisans and manufacturers, and, in the future, licensing our technology. ## Target Market Our target market includes sustainable brands, the fashion industry, hotels, and restaurants (B2B), as well as eco-conscious consumers (B2C). We also serve artisans and textile institutes that seek bio-leather as an alternative to traditional leather ## Social Impact Indigenous Peoples, People Living in Extreme Poverty, Women ## Demand Evidence We have validated the demand with over 400 interested parties and 22 companies on the waiting list, as well as clients in Peru and international markets. We are currently working with two fashion brands, demonstrating commercial traction and genuine interest in our solution. ## Competitors Our competitors include Caxacori, Fiquetex, and Qaya. There are similar initiatives in Peru, but HOPE stands out by using chemical-free agro-industrial waste, ultrasound technology, and a textile-free bio-leather that is more sustainable and innovative. ## Founder Expertise I bring experience in agroindustrial engineering and biotechnology, having led the development and validation of bio-leather. I have experience in applied research, prototyping, and the optimization of sustainable biomaterials ## External Support We have received support from Incuba UNAS, Emprende Mujer UNMSM, and Conservation X Labs. In addition, we are recipients of the ProInnóvate 11G grant, which provides funding and guidance to help us scale our sustainable innovation. --- *Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 8348* *Ingested: 2026-05-25* # BRIXSAN LIMPIEZA Y SEGURIDAD · Water # BRIXSAN LIMPIEZA Y SEGURIDAD **Country:** Peru · CAJAMARCA **Category:** Water **Impact Areas:** Mitigation, Adaptation, Circular Economy, Nature-Based **Stage:** Launched **Team Size:** 6 **Website:** https://brixsan.com/ --- ## Elevator Pitch We manufacture products and implement processes for the treatment of domestic wastewater, thereby reducing environmental pollution. ## Climate Problem I’m signing up for ClimateLaunchpad because I’m looking for the tools to turn our technical solution into a scalable and sustainable business model. My goal is to validate the potential of my idea in front of global experts. ## Solution We offer products called BIOLAC C3, BIOLAC PTAR, and BRIXCRETA, which are biological catalysts that help break down organic matter. We have already validated this solution in practice with more than 10,000 families in rural areas of Cajamarca. ## Revenue Model Revenue is generated through the sale of products and services, as there is a large market interested in wastewater treatment, but a lack of technical support and access to appropriate products limits this potential. ## Target Market Households in rural areas, small towns, and small wastewater treatment plants. ## Social Impact Indigenous Peoples, People Living in Extreme Poverty, Women ## Demand Evidence Because we have been growing steadily, and this has allowed us to add four new members to our team ## Competitors There are products available, but they are imported, and the instructions for use are unclear. Furthermore, since they are imported, they are not always suited to our climate. ## Founder Expertise At first, it was just West and me, but we later added four more people to the team. We have over seven years of experience working on sanitation issues, and the people who have joined us since then have remained with us. ## External Support PROINNOVATE ONG YOUNG WATER SOLUTIONS, ASOCIACIÓN SUIZA DEL AGUA (SWP) YOUTH, TOILET BOARD COALITION, BID FEMSA y SIRWASH --- *Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 9203* *Ingested: 2026-05-25* # Bio abono y escarabajos sostenibles · Air & Environment # Bio abono y escarabajos sostenibles **Country:** Peru · Puerto Maldonado **Category:** Air & Environment **Impact Areas:** Mitigation, Circular Economy, Nature-Based **Stage:** Prototype **Team Size:** 1 **Website:** — --- ## Elevator Pitch We raise beetles using sawdust, preventing it from being burned and turning waste into sustainable production. We produce for export, generating income and reducing poaching. A scalable model that promotes the circular economy and Amazonian conservation. ## Climate Problem Burning wood chips generates CO₂ emissions and air pollution. In addition, poaching reduces beetle populations. The project transforms waste into sustainable production, reducing emissions and protecting Amazonian biodiversity. ## Solution We transform sawdust into substrate for raising beetles in controlled systems, preventing it from being burned and reducing emissions. We produce for legal markets and export, thereby reducing poaching. In this way, we turn waste into a sustainable source of income. ## Revenue Model We generate revenue by selling live and preserved beetles for export and to collectors. In addition, we sell the organic fertilizer produced by the larvae to farmers, creating multiple sustainable and scalable sources of income. ## Target Market Our target market includes collectors and international markets specializing in insects, as well as companies and distributors interested in natural and educational products. We also serve local farmers who are looking for sustainable organic fertilizer. ## Social Impact People Living in Extreme Poverty, Women ## Demand Evidence We assess demand through consultations and contacts with customers interested in beetles. In addition, there is an active international market of collectors and exporters, which confirms the demand for these products. ## Competitors Organic fertilizer is available in other parts of Peru. There are no legal beetle farms in Peru. ## Founder Expertise I have experience in raising beetles and managing larvae, as well as knowledge of using sawdust as a substrate. I have developed a practical system for sustainable production and understand the insect market, which enables me to implement it. ## External Support None --- *Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 7167* *Ingested: 2026-05-25* # Bio huertos agro ecológicos con intervención de suelos nutriéndolos con composición de residuos de nuestra propia alimentación, una línea circular sin desperdicio y al alcance. · Food & Agric # Bio huertos agro ecológicos con intervención de suelos nutriéndolos con composición de residuos de nuestra propia alimentación, una línea circular sin desperdicio y al alcance. **Country:** Peru · Chiclayo **Category:** Food & Agriculture **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy **Stage:** Ideation **Team Size:** 2 **Website:** — --- ## Elevator Pitch Have your own organic garden and enjoy access to a variety of foods and medicinal plants for your self-care, without incurring unnecessary expenses. Ensure a clean diet and live in harmony and balance with the ecosystem. ## Climate Problem Climate change is evident in my town through a lack of rainfall and water shortages for irrigation; there are no regulations in place to help small-scale and local businesses develop systems for collecting (recycling) water for irrigation. ## Solution A good practice in a family project would be to collect water used in the kitchen—such as for washing food—so that it can be stored and later used for safe irrigation. This is a responsible use of water. ## Revenue Model Have a well-structured and dynamic program that includes mentoring and follow-up for each family. An starter kit could be sold that includes seeds and everything needed for successful planting, with designated spaces for each component: compost, water tanks, and a greenhouse. ## Target Market The community, starting locally and then expanding to more underserved areas using an accessible format. ## Social Impact Indigenous Peoples, People Living in Extreme Poverty ## Demand Evidence I've seen a huge surge in interest in this alternative around the world, and I've been doing it for quite some time now. ## Competitors Some residents are taking it one step at a time, while in other cities I've noticed they're already promoting and encouraging initiatives like green roofs, planters, and hydroponics ## Founder Expertise My expertise in preparing all-natural growing media and foliar fertilizers, as well as my experience working with herbs as a herbalist—that’s who I am ## External Support Take a course on agroecological farming and germination techniques that are suitable for smaller spaces --- *Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 8450* *Ingested: 2026-05-25* # BioPectinGrow · Food & Agriculture # BioPectinGrow **Country:** Peru · Cusco - Unión Ashaninka **Category:** Food & Agriculture **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy, Nature-Based **Stage:** Prototype **Team Size:** 3 **Website:** https://www.tiktok.com/@jeanpierevraem?_r=1&_t=ZS-95l6egob9LW --- ## Elevator Pitch BioPectiGrow develops agricultural bio-inputs from cocoa pectin and beneficial microorganisms. We enhance crop productivity sustainably, reducing agrochemical use and valorizing agro-industrial residues. ## Climate Problem Agriculture relies on agrochemicals that pollute soil and water and increase emissions. At the same time, agro-industrial residues like cocoa husk are underutilized, contributing to waste and environmental impact. ## Solution We develop bio-inputs from cocoa pectin and beneficial microorganisms to enhance crop growth and reduce agrochemicals. Our approach valorizes agricultural waste and promotes sustainable, low-impact farming. ## Revenue Model We sell bio-inputs to farmers and cooperatives, supported by local distribution partnerships. We scale through licensing and decentralized production using locally available agricultural residues. ## Target Market Our target market includes small and medium-scale farmers, agricultural cooperatives, and sustainable agriculture projects seeking eco-friendly alternatives to agrochemicals, especially in regions with strong cacao production. ## Social Impact Indigenous Peoples, Persons Belonging to National or Ethnic - Religious and Linguistic Minorities, People Living in Extreme Poverty, Women, LGBTQI+ People ## Demand Evidence Demand is driven by the growing need to reduce agrochemical use and adopt sustainable practices. Initial interactions with farmers and trends in organic agriculture confirm strong interest in bio-based inputs. ## Competitors Competitors include chemical agro-input companies and emerging biofertilizer producers. However, few focus on cocoa-based pectin and integrated microbial solutions, giving us a unique value proposition. ## Founder Expertise Our team combines biotechnology, sustainable agriculture, and community-based experience. We integrate scientific research, field validation, and local knowledge to develop scalable bio-input solutions with real environmental impact. ## External Support We have academic and technical support, with access to laboratories for experimental validation. We also collaborate with farming communities for early-stage testing and development of sustainable bio-input solutions. --- *Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 8294* *Ingested: 2026-05-25* # Biolab- Entusiastas de la Bioconstrucción · Air & Environment # Biolab- Entusiastas de la Bioconstrucción **Country:** Peru · Lima **Category:** Air & Environment **Impact Areas:** Mitigation, Adaptation, Nature-Based **Stage:** Prototype **Team Size:** 80 **Website:** https://www.instagram.com/laboratoriodebioconstruccion --- ## Elevator Pitch Carry out public space projects using eco-construction methods with natural, recycled materials such as soil, grass, and leaf litter, and create functional objects for the benefit of the community. ## Climate Problem Creating and recycling materials for use in green building to reduce the carbon footprint generated by the construction sector and the damage it causes to the environment ## Solution The use of sustainable building techniques drawn from traditional knowledge, such as adobe, quincha, and rammed earth, as well as sustainable foundations made from local fibers and soil. The lowest possible cost ## Revenue Model Through projects in green building and bioclimatic architecture. With support from UPN, my workplace. ## Target Market Individuals and organizations interested in environmental protection and urban forest restoration ## Social Impact Indigenous Peoples, People Living in Extreme Poverty, Women, LGBTQI+ People ## Demand Evidence Because sustainability is no longer a choice but a necessity in project design. And this is our second project that has been well received by the community. ## Competitors Architects specializing in sustainability and bioclimatic architecture. There are very few of them in Lima—no more than 20 professionals. ## Founder Expertise My team consists of my students from the UPN’s Environmental Construction 2 workshop. Each semester, a group of 26 students works with me on social responsibility projects. This semester, I am in charge of three classes, totaling 80 architecture students. ## External Support Donation of 40 bamboo poles to carry out social responsibility projects and support the beneficiary community. --- *Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 9392* *Ingested: 2026-05-25* # Biosumaq · Air & Environment # Biosumaq **Country:** Peru · Chiclayo **Category:** Air & Environment **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy **Stage:** Ideation **Team Size:** 2 **Website:** — --- ## Elevator Pitch A company that will provide services related to the circular economy. ## Climate Problem Organic and inorganic solid waste ## Solution Regarding organic waste, provide businesses and households with a collection service for commercial and organic waste; use the organic waste to undergo a pyrolysis process and produce charcoal briquettes. ## Revenue Model With the pickup service for homes and businesses, charge a monthly subscription fee. Once the charcoal briquettes have been manufactured, sell them to businesses such as restaurants, households, etc. ## Target Market Socioeconomic levels A, B, and C (B2C), businesses (B2B) ## Social Impact People Living in Extreme Poverty, Women ## Demand Evidence In the north, traditional fuels such as coal and firewood are widely used, and these resources are often obtained through destructive methods. This can be used as an alternative to those resources. ## Competitors Street vendors, farmers' markets ## Founder Expertise My teammate is an industrial engineering student. ## External Support None --- *Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 8599* *Ingested: 2026-05-25* # Build your House · Clean Industry # Build your House **Country:** Peru · Lima **Category:** Clean Industry **Impact Areas:** Nature-Based **Stage:** Prototype **Team Size:** 3 **Website:** — --- ## Elevator Pitch Build a cheap house with the organic grass, gynerium sagitattum, that grows on the coast, to protect poor people against earthquakes. ## Climate Problem The coast valley in the coast, they grew the ginerium sagitattum grass, they use only for agricultural structures for wine grapes. If we can use for housing they can grow in more area in the valleys and absorb more CO2. ## Solution The grass, it's like a bamboo and strong, with a diameter between 3 and 4 cm and 6 meter approx of large, can be dry and then cut into pieces, then glue together with a resin to make beams and columns, it's an existing technique called scrimber board. ## Revenue Model Actually there is a huge housing deficit for poor pleople in Peru, and also for a regular market in prefabricated housing, they are companies of housing but all the material and cost are high so just a few can afford it. ## Target Market 2 million houses in deficit in 2025 ## Social Impact Indigenous Peoples, People Living in Extreme Poverty ## Demand Evidence Because the self construction technique , with poor materials is a reality in Peru, mostly surrounding the cities, but also in rural areas, the government already studied that and calculated a deficit of nearly 2 million houses for poor people in Peru. ## Competitors The prefabricated housing companies, the poor cement and steel small business in the coast, the first ones are expensive, because they use imported materials, and the second are informal and totally insecure against earthquakes ## Founder Expertise Right now we have experience in working in wood, and also in drying the grass in a solar kil dryer that we build, we are right now in the first step, to cutting the material and made a beam. ## External Support I already use my own money and also the support of a local --- *Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 8092* *Ingested: 2026-05-25* # CIBS Pucallpa · Clean Industry # CIBS Pucallpa **Country:** Peru · Peru **Category:** Clean Industry **Impact Areas:** Adaptation, Circular Economy, Nature-Based **Stage:** Launched **Team Size:** 5 **Website:** https://www.encsust4in4ble.earth/ --- ## Elevator Pitch CIB Pucallpa is a bio-industrial hub transforming Amazonian waste into high-value assets. Using our TRL-funnel and Law 30309, we de-risk private investment by 70%, making the standing forest financially superior to deforestation via tech-circularity ## Climate Problem Amazonian deforestation is a "profitability failure." We tackle the 90% agri-waste loss by converting biomass into high-value assets. This matters because it makes standing forests 35% more profitable than clearing land, fixing carbon via Biochar ## Solution We offer a Bio-Innovation Hub using SFE and Pyrolysis to turn agri-waste into bio-actives and Biochar. Practically, we deploy modular nodes that increase producer income by 35%, creating a TRL-validated, zero-deforestation circular circuit ## Revenue Model Revenue comes from: 1) B2B sales of bio-actives/Biochar. 2) Success fees via Law 30309 R&D tax optimization. 3) Tech-licensing of modular units. This diversified model ensures cash flow while de-risking high-tech Amazonian assets for global partners. ## Target Market Global Beauty and Pharma corporations seeking high-purity, zero-deforestation bio-actives. We also target large-scale agri-industries in Peru needing to optimize R&D taxes via Law 30309 by converting their environmental liabilities into new assets. ## Social Impact Indigenous Peoples, Migrants, People Living in Extreme Poverty, Women ## Demand Evidence Validated through LOIs from Global Beauty off-takers and pilot tests with local exporters. We’ve identified a supply gap for traceable, high-purity bio-actives. Industrial partners confirm high interest in Law 30309 to de-risk their R&D investment. ## Competitors Competitors include traditional commodity exporters and synthetic bio-active labs. Locally, informal biomass collectors exist. We differ by integrating Law 30309 tax-benefits with TRL-7 tech, offering a de-risked, traceable, and circular ecosystem ## Founder Expertise Led by Ing. Eduardo Noriega, we combine 20+ years in Amazonian bio-industry with experts in Financial Engineering (Law 30309). Our team bridges the gap between field-level biomass sourcing, TRL-certified lab R&D, and global corporate ESG compliance. ## External Support Validated by ENC Sustainable through technical R&D cooperation. We’ve secured $50k in founder/private equity and local gov technical support. Our model is legally backed by Peru’s Law 30309, ensuring 70% risk reduction for upcoming industrial scale-up --- *Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 8430* *Ingested: 2026-05-25* # Café Circular · Food & Agriculture # Café Circular **Country:** Peru · Cusco **Category:** Food & Agriculture **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy **Stage:** Public Beta **Team Size:** 2 **Website:** https://cafe-circular.lovable.app/ --- ## Elevator Pitch Café Circular is a regenerative economy startup that transforms specialty coffee grounds from Cusco into Koricha, functional gummies that provide clean, prebiotic energy. Through this circular model, we offer young people and athletes a natural energy. ## Climate Problem We reduce methane emissions caused by the decomposition of coffee grounds in landfills. This is vital because methane is a potent greenhouse gas, and the industry currently wastes thousands of tons of valuable biomass. ## Solution We produce Koricha, natural energy gummies. We operate a circular logistics system: we collect fresh coffee grounds from partner coffee shops in Cusco and process them through micronization into prebiotic fiber for our snacks. ## Revenue Model We generate revenue by selling Koricha gummies in Doypack packaging. We sell through physical locations at partner coffee shops (B2B2C) and digital channels for repeat purchases (B2C). We maximize our profit margin by sourcing the biomass at no cost. ## Target Market Urban youth and working professionals (ages 16–35) in the wellness segment. They seek clean, portable energy for on-the-go use, free of chemicals. Initially focused on Cusco, we target conscious consumers who demand true sustainability. ## Social Impact Persons Belonging to National or Ethnic - Religious and Linguistic Minorities, People Living in Extreme Poverty, Women ## Demand Evidence We interviewed more than 100 potential customers. 78% experience adverse effects (tachycardia, fatigue) from current energy drinks. 85% confirmed their intention to purchase our gummies, seeking a natural, portable, and clean-label energy source. ## Competitors We compete with liquid energy drinks (Volt, Red Bull) and local health bars from Cusco. What sets us apart is that no other brand in the region offers a gummy format, clean label, and circular upcycling of coffee grounds all in the same product. ## Founder Expertise As an industrial engineer, I bring expertise in designing scalable processes and optimizing reverse logistics. My proficiency in data analysis and the principles of the circular economy ensures that the project is executed in a technical, efficient, and m ## External Support We have validated the prototype (TRL 4) with the operational support of specialty coffee shops in Cusco, which provide us with biomass at no cost. We are currently participating in selection processes for incubators and global environmental grants. --- *Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 7960* *Ingested: 2026-05-25* # CertMatch · Efficiency # CertMatch **Country:** Peru · Lima **Category:** Efficiency **Impact Areas:** Mitigation **Stage:** Ideation **Team Size:** 1 **Website:** — --- ## Elevator Pitch A platform that optimizes business and project decisions by aligning goals with sustainable certifications, maximizing resource efficiency and ESG incentives. It transforms reactive decisions into strategic ones: turning obligations into competitive advantages. ## Climate Problem More than 60% of companies fail to obtain sustainability certifications for their projects in a timely manner, thereby losing efficiency and opportunities to reduce CO2 emissions. This hinders the construction sector’s potential to mitigate climate change on a global scale. ## Solution A data-driven platform that recommends sustainable certifications based on project objectives and context, optimizing decisions and incentives. It improves efficiency, reduces emissions, and connects stakeholders to accelerate sustainable solutions and create value. ## Revenue Model A subscription-based SaaS model for businesses and consulting firms, supplemented by project-based payments and premium services. In the future, it will include success fees based on incentives earned and partnerships with banks and developers. ## Target Market Real estate developers, architecture firms, and consulting firms looking to optimize sustainability decisions. In the future, scalable to banks, investment funds, suppliers, and companies with ESG goals. ## Social Impact People Living in Extreme Poverty ## Demand Evidence More than 60% of projects fail to obtain certifications on time, resulting in lost efficiency and value. This gap, confirmed by my own experience and that of colleagues at various consulting firms, highlights a clear need for solutions that optimize decision-making. ## Competitors The main options are certification consulting firms and ESG tools that operate manually or in a fragmented manner. There are several consulting firms in my area, but there is no digital solution that comprehensively optimizes these decisions. ## Founder Expertise Architect and sustainability director, consulting firm manager, with 7 years of experience. Certified as a LEED Green Associate, EDGE Expert, and Auditor. I have advised on national and international projects, identifying gaps that support this solution. ## External Support I have received market validation based on my experience with sustainable certifications, feedback from colleagues at various consulting firms, and comments from clients and suppliers interested in a platform that optimizes these decisions. --- *Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 10067* *Ingested: 2026-05-25* # Chacras integrales · Food & Agriculture # Chacras integrales **Country:** Peru · Lima **Category:** Food & Agriculture **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy **Stage:** Prototype **Team Size:** 3 **Website:** — --- ## Elevator Pitch Establishment of integrated farms that promote the exchange of native seeds in indigenous communities ## Climate Problem Loss of agricultural biodiversity, soil and water degradation, food insecurity, and dependence on commercial seeds. ## Solution Crop diversification, the recovery and cultivation of native seeds, agroforestry and integrated management, a resilient community network, and reduced dependence on external sources. ## Revenue Model Experiential tourism and agroecology, Sale of agricultural surplus, processed products, seed exchanges and fairs, partnerships with eco-friendly restaurants and hotels, and cooperation funds and projects. ## Target Market Conscious urban consumers, the education and tourism markets ## Social Impact Indigenous Peoples ## Demand Evidence There are more environmentally conscious consumers and businesses ## Competitors Organizations with similar activities ## Founder Expertise Technical expertise in project management and the preservation of ancestral knowledge ## External Support Financial support for a pilot --- *Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 9207* *Ingested: 2026-05-25* # Circular Amazon · Clean Industry # Circular Amazon **Country:** Peru · San Miguel, Lima **Category:** Clean Industry **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy **Stage:** Ideation **Team Size:** 5 **Website:** — --- ## Elevator Pitch Circular Amazon is a circular economy startup that transforms paiche fish skin waste into sustainable leather for innovative fashion accessories, integrating traditional Kené designs of Indigenous communities in Peru’s Protected Natural Areas. ## Climate Problem We address waste pollution by transforming fish waste into sustainable materials and promoting circular economy practices. We also promote and preserve Amazonian culture by integrating traditional Shipibo-Conibo Kené designs into each fashion accessory. ## Solution Circular Amazon transforms Paiche fish waste into sustainable leather fashion. Besides that, we also want to commercialize Amazonian Sustainable Art & Decor to market sustainably sourced, handcrafted Amazonian products. ## Revenue Model Circular Amazon will generate revenue through the sale of sustainable fashion accessories made from paiche fish leather, including bags, wallets, and handmade products featuring traditional Kené designs and Amazonian Sustainable Art & Décor. ## Target Market Circular Amazon’s target market includes consumers seeking sustainable fashion, ethical lifestyle products, and eco-friendly home décor in national and international markets. ## Social Impact Indigenous Peoples, Persons Belonging to National or Ethnic - Religious and Linguistic Minorities, People Living in Extreme Poverty, Women ## Demand Evidence Sustainable fashion hit $8.1B in 2024 and grows 22.9% yearly to $33.1B by 2033. Shipibo-Conibo artist Sara Flores redesigned Dior's Lady Dior bags using Kené patterns on vegan leather—hailed worldwide. ## Competitors Nova Kaeru in Brazil and Qaya in Peru. However, Circular Amazon differentiates itself by integrating traditional Shipibo-Conibo Kené designs into each product and offering Amazonian sustainable art and décor products. ## Founder Expertise I bring international experience in sustainability, leadership, and social impact initiatives gained through programs in Peru, Taiwan, Germany, and South Korea. My background has given me a global perspective. ## External Support We collaborate with PescArte, a sustainable small business based in the Ucayali region that produces fish waste and works with Shipibo-Conibo communities. This collaboration supports access to sustainable raw materials and a community-based network. --- *Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 9657* *Ingested: 2026-05-25* # Cocina Biótica · Food & Agriculture # Cocina Biótica **Country:** Peru · Lima - Perú **Category:** Food & Agriculture **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy, Nature-Based **Stage:** Pre-orders **Team Size:** 3 **Website:** — --- ## Elevator Pitch Cocina Biótica produce alimentos probióticos con hortalizas y setas agroecológicas cultivadas con economía circular. Con etnobotánica y alimentación integrativa, mejoramos la salud digestiva y generamos ingresos para madres de jóvenes con discapacidad. ## Climate Problem La generación de CO2 por desperdicios alimenticios. La alta huella de carbono e hídrica de consumir alimentos procesados producidos en zonas lejanas. La falta de alimentos locales saludables y accesibles. ## Solution Cultivamos hortalizas y setas con técnicas agroecológicas y residuos reutilizados. Elaboramos alimentos probióticos fermentados y capacitamos a madres con hijos con discapacidad para producir en casa con enfoque circular. Producción local resilente. ## Revenue Model Vendemos alimentos probióticos, mezclas fermentadas para pan y talleres de alimentación integrativa. También generamos ingresos mediante pedidos personalizados y ferias saludables. ## Target Market Familias interesadas en alimentación saludable, familiares cuidadores de personas con autismo o inflamaciones crónicas, consumidores de productos naturales, tiendas saludables y comunidades que buscan alimentos funcionales sostenibles. ## Social Impact Persons Belonging to National or Ethnic - Religious and Linguistic Minorities, Migrants, Women ## Demand Evidence Tenemos clientes recurrentes, pedidos personalizados y recomendaciones de familias que buscan mejorar su salud digestiva. Crece el interés por alimentos probióticos y funcionales en Perú, validado por estudios de tendencias. ## Competitors Competimos con marcas de alimentos saludables y fermentados artesanales en Lima. En nuestra zona hay dos marcas. Nuestra diferencia es integrar economía circular, producción agroecológica e inclusión social. ## Founder Expertise Tengo más de 10 años de experiencia en cocina probiótica, fermentación, nutrición integrativa y alimentación para personas con autismo e inflamaciones digestivas. Empecé este proyecto para mejorar la alimentación de mi hijo tea. ## External Support Hemos validado nuestros productos con clientes y familias locales. Participamos en redes de alimentación saludable y economía sostenible en Lima. --- *Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 9882* *Ingested: 2026-05-25* # DRAGOSENSE · Clean Industry # DRAGOSENSE **Country:** Peru · Lima **Category:** Clean Industry **Impact Areas:** Adaptation, Circular Economy, Nature-Based **Stage:** Prototype **Team Size:** 2 **Website:** https://www.instagram.com/dragosenseproyect/ --- ## Elevator Pitch DRAGO-SENSE desarrolla un apósito bioactivo y biodegradable para la curación de heridas leves, basado en biomateriales y compuestos de origen amazónico como el Croton lechleri (sangre de grado). ## Climate Problem DRAGO-SENSE reduce residuos biomédicos plásticos generados por apósitos sintéticos desechables, promoviendo alternativas biodegradables y sostenibles para el sector salud. ## Solution Desarrollamos un apósito bioactivo biodegradable a base de biomateriales y Croton lechleri, diseñado para curar heridas leves y disminuir residuos médicos contaminantes. ## Revenue Model Mediante la venta B2B de apósitos biodegradables a farmacias, clínicas y centros de salud, además de futuras alianzas estratégicas con distribuidores médicos. ## Target Market Farmacias, centros de salud, clínicas y consumidores que buscan soluciones sostenibles para el cuidado de heridas leves. ## Social Impact Indigenous Peoples, Persons Belonging to National or Ethnic - Religious and Linguistic Minorities ## Demand Evidence Realizamos validaciones iniciales con usuarios y profesionales de salud que mostraron interés por alternativas biodegradables y funcionales para curación. ## Competitors Competimos con marcas tradicionales de apósitos sintéticos y productos importados; actualmente existen pocas alternativas biodegradables en Perú. ## Founder Expertise Contamos con formación en salud, investigación aplicada y bioemprendimiento, además de experiencia en validación de soluciones con enfoque sostenible. ## External Support Participamos en el bootcamp “Salvando la Amazonía” de Biohubventure, con mentoría en innovación, validación y modelo de negocio. --- *Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 9109* *Ingested: 2026-05-25* # Desafío Ambiente · Air & Environment # Desafío Ambiente **Country:** Peru · Lima **Category:** Air & Environment **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy, Nature-Based **Stage:** Launched **Team Size:** 4 **Website:** https://desafioambiente.com/ --- ## Elevator Pitch Desafío Ambiente is a circular economy company that transforms plastic waste into plastic wood, manufacturing durable, low-maintenance furniture for businesses and public spaces in Chile for the past 10 years and in Peru for the past two years. ## Climate Problem We tackle plastic waste pollution and its associated emissions by transforming plastic waste into durable plastic lumber. This is crucial because it reduces waste, prevents emissions, and replaces high-impact materials such as wood and concrete. ## Solution We transform plastic waste into plastic wood to manufacture durable furniture and equipment. In practice, we collect, process, and produce low-maintenance solutions that replace traditional materials and repurpose waste. ## Revenue Model Through the sale of timber, consulting services, recyclability studies, and investors ## Target Market Businesses, real estate, construction, mining, and the public sector in Peru ## Social Impact People Living in Extreme Poverty ## Demand Evidence We have been researching the market for two years from our headquarters in Peru. ## Competitors We understand that there are two other brands of composite wood. ## Founder Expertise Experience in the circular economy and B2B/B2G business development; management of sustainable projects, partnerships with companies and the public sector, and validation of wood-plastic composite solutions in Chile and Peru. ## External Support We came to Peru through a consortium that has since dissolved. --- *Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 8572* *Ingested: 2026-05-25* # Duna Verde Piura · Food & Agriculture # Duna Verde Piura **Country:** Peru · Piura **Category:** Food & Agriculture **Impact Areas:** Adaptation, Circular Economy **Stage:** Prototype **Team Size:** 3 **Website:** — --- ## Elevator Pitch AgTech startup producing nutritious hydroponic food in the desert, using a Piura-optimized formula, saving 95% water. We improve animal nutrition, protect the environment, and empower farmers with year-round climate resilience beyond extreme droughts. ## Climate Problem Extreme droughts in arid regions like Piura cause 40% livestock mortality and food insecurity. Conventional agriculture wastes too much water, making traditional forage production unsustainable under current climate change patterns. ## Solution We provide AgTech hydroponic modules using a Piura-optimized nutrient formula. We produce high-quality green forage year-round using 95% less water, allowing farmers to maintain production regardless of rainfall or soil quality. ## Revenue Model Direct sales of modular hydroponic systems, monthly subscriptions for our specialized nutrient formula (SaaS model for nutrients), and technical consulting for large-scale livestock operations. ## Target Market Small and medium-scale livestock farmers in arid and semi-arid regions of Peru (starting in Piura), and dairy industrial complexes facing water scarcity and high forage transportation costs. ## Social Impact Indigenous Peoples, People Living in Extreme Poverty, Women ## Demand Evidence Traditional forage is nutritionally incomplete, forcing farmers to buy expensive supplements. Our pilots and market research show high demand because our solution provides superior nutrition all the year, eliminating the need for extra dietary additives. ## Competitors Traditional forage wholesalers and a few generic hydroponic suppliers. However, no one in the region offers a specific formula optimized for Piura's extreme heat and high salinity water. ## Founder Expertise We combine business strategy (Moisés), AgTech engineering (Teddy), and International Business expertise (Daniela). Daniela is currently finalizing her thesis on this project, providing rigorous data-driven validation for our regional operations. ## External Support We have received technical validation from local farming communities in Piura and are currently finalizing our legal and administrative structure to scale our pilot operations. --- *Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 9587* *Ingested: 2026-05-25* # ECOOL · Clean Industry # ECOOL **Country:** Peru · Lima **Category:** Clean Industry **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy **Stage:** Ideation **Team Size:** 1 **Website:** — --- ## Elevator Pitch "Somos el FUTURO somos la moda circular, facilitando la compra y venta de ropa usada para reducir el impacto textil. Impulsamos la economía sostenible haciendo que la moda de segunda mano sea la primera opción". ## Climate Problem Este modelo de negocio combate la crisis climática mediante la economía circular , extendiendo la vida útil de las prendas y reduciendo la necesidad de fabricar ropa nueva. ## Solution Usar la tecnologia de una tienda virtual para poder rapidamente transaccionar la venta de una prenda que quieres vender y por otro lado la transaccion de quere comprar. ## Revenue Model Atravez de publicidad y comisiones por venta efectuada. ## Target Market Personas con gran sentido de la moda y sustentabilidad. Personas que quieren comprar calidad a buen precio. ## Social Impact Women ## Demand Evidence Por las redes sociales. ## Competitors Conozco tiendas fisicas. ## Founder Expertise Ya cuento con un emprendimiento textil. ## External Support Asesoria por parte de profesores. --- *Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 9595* *Ingested: 2026-05-25* # ECOWAVE SRL · Air & Environment # ECOWAVE SRL **Country:** Peru · Arequipa **Category:** Air & Environment **Impact Areas:** Mitigation, Circular Economy **Stage:** Private Beta **Team Size:** 4 **Website:** https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1vo_XWf4N-SfQlT0B2YhBWCAriM5FUVvB?usp=sharing --- ## Elevator Pitch Ecowave is a sustainability consultancy that helps organizations drive measurable impact through carbon footprint measurement, ESG strategies, international sustainability standards, and sustainable project execution. ## Climate Problem Ecowave addresses ineffective sustainability implementation in organizations, which leads to high emissions and weak climate action. We help companies measure carbon footprints and implement ESG strategies to create measurable impact. ## Solution Ecowave helps organizations reduce environmental impact through carbon footprint measurement, ESG strategies, sustainability standards, sustainable project implementation, and sustainability education, turning climate commitments into measurable action. ## Revenue Model Ecowave generates revenue through sustainability consulting services, including carbon footprint measurement, ESG strategies, sustainability standards implementation, project execution, and educational programs for organizations. ## Target Market Ecowave starts with small and medium enterprises to gain experience and capital. Once established, it scales to large companies in energy, mining, agribusiness, and manufacturing, as well as governments and impact organizations that need to measure and re ## Social Impact Indigenous Peoples, People Living in Extreme Poverty, Women, LGBTQI+ People ## Demand Evidence Demand is driven by ESG regulations (GRI, IFRS), export requirements, and investor pressure. Many companies in Latin America lack carbon tracking tools, creating a clear gap that Ecowave addresses across energy, mining, agribusiness, and manufacturing. ## Competitors Competitors include ESG and carbon accounting platforms like Sustainalytics, the Big Four, ISO firms, and local consultancies in Latin America. In Peru, competition is fragmented and mostly traditional, with limited digital tools. ## Founder Expertise Project designer with 7+ years in electrical projects and 3 years as sustainability consultant. PMI-certified (Green Project Management), with environmental and sustainability accreditations. Master’s in Sustainability and Circular Bioeconomy. ## External Support We are in the early stage and have not yet received formal external funding. However, we have gained academic support, mentorship from industry professionals, and validation through early conversations with organizations in Peru. --- *Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 9668* *Ingested: 2026-05-25* # ENCO · Clean Energy # ENCO **Country:** Peru · Callao **Category:** Clean Energy **Impact Areas:** Mitigation **Stage:** Prototype **Team Size:** 4 **Website:** https://www.instagram.com/enco_solar/ --- ## Elevator Pitch ENCO is a social energy startup that implements community-based solar systems in vulnerable urban spaces. We combine decentralized solar technology with local leadership to expand energy access, reduce costs, and enable education and community development ## Climate Problem ENCO addresses unequal access to clean energy in vulnerable urban communities, reducing dependence on fossil-based electricity while strengthening local resilience through decentralized solar energy systems. ## Solution ENCO deploys portable, self-installable solar modules in libraries, community kitchens, and grassroots spaces, combining decentralized clean energy with local training to reduce energy costs and expand community activities. ## Revenue Model Revenue will come from direct sales of portable solar modules, installation services, partnerships with NGOs and companies, and sponsored community energy projects. ## Target Market Community organizations, NGOs, schools, libraries, grassroots spaces, and vulnerable urban communities needing affordable and decentralized energy access. ## Social Impact Migrants, People Living in Extreme Poverty, Women ## Demand Evidence Demand has been validated through pilot projects, partnerships with NGOs and community groups, and increasing interest in affordable solar solutions due to rising energy costs and energy insecurity. ## Competitors Competitors include traditional solar providers focused on residential or commercial markets. Few offer portable, community-centered solar solutions combined with local participation and social impact. ## Founder Expertise Experience coordinating energy access projects in the Amazon, renewable energy and community innovation initiatives, and winner of the UN IFAD Rural Innovation Award for renewable energy solutions. ## External Support Received support through the Kunan Prize 2025, NESsT mentorship, grant opportunities, community partnerships, and recognition as finalists in innovation and social impact competitions in Peru. --- *Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 9461* *Ingested: 2026-05-25* # EcoLact · Water # EcoLact **Country:** Peru · Lima **Category:** Water **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy **Stage:** Public Beta **Team Size:** 2 **Website:** https://www.linkedin.com/company/ecolact-jabones/about/?viewAsMember=true --- ## Elevator Pitch We are a sustainable startup that develops handmade soaps made from reused whey. Our model transforms a potentially polluting byproduct into value-added personal care products, promoting a circular economy. ## Climate Problem We reduce water pollution caused by the disposal of whey by transforming it into sustainable soaps through the circular economy and the recovery of agro-industrial waste. ## Solution We transform waste whey into sustainable handmade soaps using natural ingredients such as turmeric and activated charcoal, thereby reducing agricultural waste and promoting a circular economy. ## Revenue Model We will generate revenue through direct-to-consumer (B2C) sales of sustainable handmade soaps, personalized gift sets, and future B2B partnerships with eco-friendly stores, trade shows, and wellness businesses. ## Target Market Our target market consists of consumers who are conscious of personal and environmental care, particularly young people and adults interested in natural, sustainable, and artisanal products, as well as eco-friendly and wellness stores. ## Social Impact Indigenous Peoples, Persons Belonging to National or Ethnic - Religious and Linguistic Minorities, People Living in Extreme Poverty ## Demand Evidence We gauge interest through pilot tests, positive feedback, purchase intent, and the growth of the market for natural and sustainable personal care and wellness products. ## Competitors Our competitors are artisanal soap and natural cosmetics brands that are present at trade shows, on social media, and in local organic stores. However, we stand out by reusing whey as part of our circular economy approach. ## Founder Expertise We bring expertise in sustainability, environmental innovation, and the development of artisanal products, as well as knowledge of the circular economy, soap formulation, and the validation of sustainable prototypes. ## External Support From --- *Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 10039* *Ingested: 2026-05-25* # EcoMango Stabilized Paste · Food & Agriculture # EcoMango Stabilized Paste **Country:** Peru · Chiclayo **Category:** Food & Agriculture **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy **Stage:** Ideation **Team Size:** 3 **Website:** — --- ## Elevator Pitch We transform mango waste into a stabilized paste to replace molasses in animal feed. We reduce greenhouse gas emissions from decomposition in the field and eliminate breeding grounds for fruit flies, creating a circular value chain. ## Climate Problem We address the methane and CO2 emissions caused by the decomposition of tons of mangoes left to rot in the fields. This is a critical issue because this waste attracts fruit flies, exacerbating agricultural losses and increasing the sector’s carbon footprint. ## Solution We process waste mangoes to create a stabilized paste that replaces molasses in animal feed. In practice, we collect discarded fruit before it spoils, breaking the pest cycle and preventing organic decay. ## Revenue Model Through the B2B sale of stabilized pulp to animal feed mills as an energy source. In addition, we anticipate revenue from waste management services provided to agricultural exporters and the potential to sell carbon reduction credits. ## Target Market Our primary market consists of livestock feed manufacturing plants in northern Peru. We also serve livestock associations seeking low-cost energy inputs and mango export companies. ## Social Impact Migrants, People Living in Extreme Poverty, Women ## Demand Evidence There is high demand due to the rising cost of sugarcane molasses. We have confirmed this interest through trials with local producers who are seeking sustainable alternatives, as well as the critical need for producers to sell the fruit that is otherwise lost in the field. ## Competitors We compete with traditional suppliers of sugarcane molasses and manufacturers of corn byproducts. There are no direct competitors in the region that stabilize mango waste for this purpose; we are pioneers in turning this liability into an asset. ## Founder Expertise I bring experience as an engineer and IT consultant in infrastructure management and process optimization. I have a proven track record in designing projects in accordance with international standards (ISO/HACCP) and developing technological solutions for the agricultural sector. ## External Support We have not received any external support. --- *Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 9546* *Ingested: 2026-05-25* # EcoPeque · Transportation # EcoPeque **Country:** Peru · Ica **Category:** Transportation **Impact Areas:** Mitigation, Adaptation **Stage:** Ideation **Team Size:** 2 **Website:** — --- ## Elevator Pitch EcoPeque offers electric conversion kits for traditional riverboat engines. We eliminate noise pollution that causes hearing loss and reduce oil spills and CO2 emissions in our Amazonian rivers to zero. ## Climate Problem GHG emissions, oil spills from traditional riverboats, and the displacement of aquatic species. This is a critical issue because this reliance on fossil fuels accelerates climate change, pollutes the water, and the extreme noise it generates causes hearing loss in local communities. ## Solution We offer electric conversion kits (retrofits) for boats. In practice, we remove the combustion engine and install an electric system powered by batteries. This completely eliminates emissions, noise, and spills into the river. ## Revenue Model Hybrid model: 1) Direct sales and installation of electric conversion kits for boats, and 2) A subscription or rental system for swappable batteries (Battery-as-a-Service), ensuring recurring revenue. ## Target Market Our initial target market consists of ecotourism companies and river transport operators in the Amazon. As we scale up, we will target riverside communities, NGOs, and local governments focused on sustainable mobility and community health. ## Social Impact Indigenous Peoples, Roma - Sinti and Travelers, Persons Belonging to National or Ethnic - Religious and Linguistic Minorities, People Living in Extreme Poverty, Women, LGBTQI+ People ## Demand Evidence Based on our experience living in the Amazon, we know that the river is a major thoroughfare. Ecotourism operators are already calling for quiet transportation so as not to disturb the wildlife, and local communities need to reduce the high daily costs of fossil fuels. ## Competitors We are competing against traditional internal combustion engines and foreign electric options (such as Torqeedo) that are prohibitively expensive. Locally in Iquitos, there are no competitors offering electric retrofits for river vessels; we will be pioneers in the area. ## Founder Expertise We are environmental engineers based in the Amazon. I bring years of experience leading quality control and compliance efforts in the local electricity distribution sector, ensuring technical and regulatory rigor; my partner brings expertise in impact management and field operations. ## External Support None --- *Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 10043* *Ingested: 2026-05-25* # Ecoaldea Eutopía – Planta Regenerativa de Bioinsumos · Food & Agriculture # Ecoaldea Eutopía – Planta Regenerativa de Bioinsumos **Country:** Peru · La Victoria **Category:** Food & Agriculture **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy, Nature-Based **Stage:** Prototype **Team Size:** 4 **Website:** — --- ## Elevator Pitch A community-based facility that produces fertilizers and microorganisms using local waste and regenerative processes. We implement protocols for biofertilizers and compost, creating a circular and educational system for urban agriculture. ## Climate Problem We address soil degradation, water pollution, and the loss of microbial diversity caused by agrochemicals, compounded by the massive disposal of organic waste. This leads to a loss of fertility, polluting emissions, and a heavy reliance on industrial inputs ## Solution We have implemented a regenerative system to produce bio-inputs and live microorganisms through replicable processes. We transform local waste into low-impact fertilizers using educational protocols for farmers. ## Revenue Model Sale of liquid biofertilizers and live microorganisms; distribution of humus and compost; regenerative agriculture kits; workshops and hands-on training; technical consulting; programs with municipalities and schools; and community production networks ## Target Market Urban gardens, organic farmers, and families involved in food production. Ecovillages and sustainable communities, nurseries, agroecological producers, educational institutions, and municipalities interested in waste management ## Social Impact Migrants, Women ## Demand Evidence There is growing interest in regenerative agriculture, reducing chemical use, and soil restoration. The community is already actively engaged in initiatives related to composting, microorganisms, and living fertility, demonstrating a genuine need and practical validation. ## Competitors There are independent producers of compost and natural fertilizers. However, our approach integrates live microorganisms, community education, organic waste, local production, and replicable protocols within an accessible regenerative ecosystem. ## Founder Expertise Experience in composting, vermicomposting, microorganism cultivation, bio-fertilizers, urban gardens, and regenerative protocols. Development of household and community systems focused on sustainability, food sovereignty, and the circular economy ## External Support We have an active community interested in composting, microbiology, urban gardening, and regenerative agriculture. There are already practical applications in home settings and experiments with vermicomposting, bio-fertilizers, and biological fertility systems. --- *Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 9938* *Ingested: 2026-05-25* # Ecoladrillos · Efficiency # Ecoladrillos **Country:** Peru · Cajamarca **Category:** Efficiency **Impact Areas:** Mitigation, Adaptation, Circular Economy **Stage:** Prototype **Team Size:** 3 **Website:** https://www.facebook.com/share/18UBJ2rvBB/ --- ## Elevator Pitch Producción de Ladrillos Ecológicos, Para una construcción limpia y sostenible. ## Climate Problem Mitigacion de gases tóxicos. Que se genera al momento de producir los ladrillos tradicionales. ## Solution Producción de ladrillos ecológicos, en la práctica construcciones más sostenibles. ## Revenue Model Implementación de Ecoladrillos en proyectos de vivienda para entidades públicas y privadas, y demás constructoras e inmobiliarias. ## Target Market Proyectos de viviendas sostenibles, para el sector público y privado. ## 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 Por un estudio de mercado. ## Competitors Draco's Sur América. ## Founder Expertise Conocimientos y experiencia generada atravez de los años. ## External Support Ninguno. --- *Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 9047* *Ingested: 2026-05-25* # Ecosonus · Food & Agriculture # Ecosonus **Country:** Peru · Lima **Category:** Food & Agriculture **Impact Areas:** Nature-Based **Stage:** Private Beta **Team Size:** 2 **Website:** https://www.ecosonus.org/ --- ## Elevator Pitch We build low-cost bioacoustic monitoring and local AI models for tropical forests where global species-recognition tools underperform. With Indigenous partners, we generate auditable biodiversity indicators for conservation finance. ## Climate Problem Tropical forests store carbon and protect biodiversity, but conservation finance lacks reliable local biodiversity MRV. Global AI tools underperform for endemic species, limiting finance for Indigenous forest stewards. ## Solution We deploy acoustic sensors in remote forests, build local species libraries with Indigenous partners, and train adapted AI models. This generates auditable biodiversity indicators for conservation reporting and finance. ## Revenue Model We sell biodiversity monitoring packages including sensor deployment, baseline biodiversity reports, AI monitoring, and MRV support to conservation NGOs, carbon project developers, and nature-reporting teams. ## Target Market Conservation NGOs, carbon and biodiversity project developers, governments, and companies seeking biodiversity MRV, ecological monitoring, and nature-related reporting solutions. ## Social Impact Indigenous Peoples, People Living in Extreme Poverty, Women ## Demand Evidence CSRD and frameworks like TNFD are pushing companies and investors to measure nature-related impacts and risks. Conservation and carbon projects need credible, low-cost biodiversity MRV to validate outcomes and attract finance. ## Competitors Competitors include Rainforest Connection and Wildlife Acoustics. We differentiate through locally adapted endemic-species models, Indigenous partnerships, and community-led biodiversity governance. ## Founder Expertise Jaqueline Garcia-Yi is an environmental economist and data scientist with 20 years of experience in biodiversity, AI, geospatial analysis, and climate policy at UNEP and UNODC. Hendrik Walcher specializes in bioacoustics, ecology, and field operations. ## External Support We received a letter of interest from the Kowen Antami Consortium, representing Asháninka and Yánesha communities in Peru’s Yanachaga-Chemillén National Park, supporting our pilot and Indigenous partnership model. --- *Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 9777* *Ingested: 2026-05-25* # EsBueno · Air & Environment # EsBueno **Country:** Peru · Lima **Category:** Air & Environment **Impact Areas:** Mitigation, Adaptation, Circular Economy **Stage:** Public Beta **Team Size:** 2 **Website:** https://recicla.esbueno.io/ --- ## Elevator Pitch Peru recycles less than 1% of its waste. EsBueno is a cleantech platform that uses artificial intelligence and WhatsApp to turn households into active recyclers, reward them, and provide brands with the ESG traceability required by the new LeyREP. ## Climate Problem Peru sends more than 21,000 tons of household waste to landfills every day, and less than 2% is recycled. The rest releases methane; EsBueno addresses this problem by turning households into the missing link in urban recycling. ## Solution EsBueno is a "Recycling-as-a-Service" platform that uses AI and WhatsApp to help households sort their waste easily, connects urban recyclers with clean materials, and provides brands with certified ESG traceability. We reward every sustainable action. ## Revenue Model Three-pronged "Recycling as a Service" model: brands pay an ESG traceability license fee (US$2,500/month + US$30/ton) to comply with the EPR law; households upgrade from freemium to Premium (US$3/month); and we round out the model by selling recovered materials and earning a 10% commission. ## Target Market Initial focus: 3.3 million households in Lima-Callao (USD 20 million/year) and 15 brands subject to the REP requirement in Peru. SAM: 11 million Peruvian households (USD 900 million/year). TAM: 15 major cities in Latin America (USD 4 billion/year). Beachhead: 60,000 households and 1,000 recyclers in Lima. ## Social Impact People Living in Extreme Poverty, Women ## Demand Evidence We validated demand in a pilot with 30 households: 95% onboarding rate, 58% retention rate by week 4, and confirmed willingness to pay S/18–20 per month. We’ve added over 300 people to the waiting list in three months and are in advanced discussions with brands facing Peru’s new EPR law. ## Competitors In Peru: Sinba (B2B logistics for businesses; does not work directly with households) and Recíclame (trade association). In Latin America: Ecolana (Mexico), Ecoins, MUTA (Colombia). We stand out with a 100% conversational workflow via WhatsApp + visual recognition AI. ## Founder Expertise My name is Carlos Farromeque, Founder & CEO. I hold an MBA from Centrum PUCP and a Master’s degree in Innovation and Sustainability from EADA. I have 10 years of experience in strategic marketing, growth, and community management. I have been leading EsBueno’s strategy, go-to-market approach, and impact vision since 2024. ## External Support EsBueno was selected for CATAL1.5°T LATAM, the region’s leading impact pre-accelerator, and received a €15,000 grant. We also received support from PUCP (CAP Innovación + Nexum). Total non-dilutive funding: USD 35,000. No private investment. --- *Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 9573* *Ingested: 2026-05-25* # FIVRA · Clean Industry # FIVRA **Country:** Peru · Lima **Category:** Clean Industry **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy **Stage:** Public Beta **Team Size:** 1 **Website:** — --- ## Elevator Pitch FIVRA uses AI to generate technical spec sheets from sketches, structuring design before production to reduce failed samples, fabric waste, and rework. It also suggests sustainable material alternatives and optimizes fabric usage per garment. ## Climate Problem The fashion industry generates massive textile waste, much of it from failed samples and miscommunication between designers and workshops. This rework cycle wastes fabric, energy, and materials before a single garment reaches the market. ## Solution FIVRA generates complete technical spec sheets from sketches using AI, structuring design before production. This reduces failed samples, minimizes fabric waste, and suggests sustainable material alternatives, all before the first cut. ## Revenue Model SaaS packs sold directly to emerging fashion brands, offering tiered access to AI-generated spec sheets with revisions, sustainable material suggestions, and fabric waste optimization. Future revenue includes commissions from partner workshops. ## Target Market Emerging fashion brands in Peru (0–2 years) lacking technical production knowledge. ~46,693 formal textile companies nationally, ~95% microenterprises. Initial focus: Lima, where ~66% of the sector is concentrated. ## Social Impact Women ## Demand Evidence Validated with Mora Club (1–3 failed samples per garment, ~5 days per iteration) and Alba Confecciones (confirmed FIVRA's spec sheet is sufficient to begin production). Both represent real willingness to adopt. ## Competitors Global: Techpacker, TAILR, Uphance — all require technical fashion knowledge. FIVRA's moat is abstracting that complexity for non-technical emerging designers. No direct local competitor identified in Peru. ## Founder Expertise Founder background in business engineering, UX/UI, graphic and web design. Built the MVP, brand identity, pitch strategy, and validation process as sole founder. Currently studying at Universidad del Pacífico. ## External Support Supported by Emprende UP (Universidad del Pacífico's entrepreneurship center, personalized advisory), Santander X Explorer (international training program), and currently a finalist at ITESO Alto Impacto 2026 competition. --- *Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 9215* *Ingested: 2026-05-25* # Freeze drying of local fruits, leaves and herbs for nutricional use · Food & Agriculture # Freeze drying of local fruits, leaves and herbs for nutricional use **Country:** Peru · Lima **Category:** Food & Agriculture **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy, Nature-Based **Stage:** Sketches **Team Size:** 3 **Website:** — --- ## Elevator Pitch Use the yield loss of fruits as avocado, lucuma, chirimoya for a freeze dried business. Use the leaves and the seeds ## Climate Problem When your crops are exploited to serve exports growing double digits, you have to comply with certain weight, size and other requirements. At least 15 % of the fruit is rejected and thrown to the rivers or the ravines. Compost is not enough ## Solution Offer the communities to start freeze drying their product to cover the windows were there is no production. Also create circular economy by using the freeze dried eaves and seeds for medicinal purpose ## Revenue Model If we rent the ## Target Market International market looking for tropical fruits all year ## Social Impact Indigenous Peoples, Women ## Demand Evidence We have customers from Asia asking for freeze dried fruits but we do not have local capacity. This requires many machines because the logistics in Perú provinces are not so Developed. Especially on the Andes and Amazon rainforest ## Competitors We have local producers that freeze dry strawberries Pineapple and banana but not tropical fruits as avocados Lucuma or chirimoya ## Founder Expertise We work with a community in Apurimac and we have worked in circular economy with avocados, creating oil, compost and using the seeds as coal ## External Support If we teach the communities to freeze drying their fruits they can rent the equipment and sell or export the fruits leaves and seed in the windows where there is no production --- *Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 9472* *Ingested: 2026-05-25* # Fungiboro Peru · Clean Industry # Fungiboro Peru **Country:** Peru · Lima **Category:** Clean Industry **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy, Nature-Based **Stage:** Launched **Team Size:** 3 **Website:** https://www.fungiboroperu.com/ --- ## Elevator Pitch we are biotechnology studio that revalues the Peru living culture of mushroom. Through applied education, home growing experiences, and sustainable biotechnological products. We transform organic waste into regenerative solutions. ## Climate Problem We reduce agricultural waste and polluting materials by transforming crop residues into mushroom growing kits and mycelium biomaterials, helping people grow food and create sustainable products at home. ## Solution We create home mushroom cultivation and biomaterial kits that transform organic waste into food and regenerative products, allowing people to experience mushroom growing and biomaterial development through circular economy practices. ## Revenue Model We generate revenue through mushroom cultivation and biomaterial kits, workshops, and educational experiences for students, makers, and people interested in urban cultivation and sustainable circular design. ## Target Market Our target market includes students, architects, designers, makers, and people interested in urban cultivation, sustainable materials, biotechnology, and circular economy experiences at home. ## Social Impact Indigenous Peoples, Persons Belonging to National or Ethnic - Religious and Linguistic Minorities, Women ## Demand Evidence We validated demand through increasing sales, social media engagement, and interest from professionals worldwide. We were invited to Milan Design Week and are currently exhibiting biomaterial furniture at CASACOR Peru. ## Competitors Globally, several companies develop mycelium biomaterials, each with different approaches. In Peru, we currently have no direct competitors combining biotechnology, mushroom cultivation, biomaterials, and Peruvian cultural identity. ## Founder Expertise We combine the experience of two architects and one biomedical engineer. Our knowledge is applied to experience design, biomaterial experimentation, aesthetics, materiality, and sustainable cultivation processes. ## External Support So far, our project has been developed through private investment and our own work, combining research, experimentation, and community-based development in mushroom cultivation and biomaterials. --- *Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 9684* *Ingested: 2026-05-25* # GREEN CORE · Clean Industry # GREEN CORE **Country:** Peru · HUANUCO **Category:** Clean Industry **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy **Stage:** Private Beta **Team Size:** 3 **Website:** — --- ## Elevator Pitch GREEN develops active, compostable packaging made from banana pseudostem waste, combining scientific research with antimicrobial technology. Our solution reduces food waste and replaces plastics. ## Climate Problem GREEN CORE tackles plastic pollution and emissions from food waste. This is crucial because both contribute to climate change; our solution reduces waste and CO₂ emissions and promotes the circular economy. ## Solution GREEN CORE produces active, compostable packaging made from banana pseudostems, which releases ClO₂ to reduce microorganisms and extend the shelf life of food. In this way, we replace plastics and reduce waste and emissions. ## Revenue Model We generate revenue through B2B sales of custom bio-packaging to agricultural exporters and logistics operators, a premium line featuring antimicrobial technology, and the licensing of our technology in international markets ## Target Market Our target market includes agricultural exporters, agricultural cooperatives, and logistics operators that require sustainable packaging for export, as well as companies and brands looking to replace plastic with compostable solutions. ## Social Impact Indigenous Peoples, People Living in Extreme Poverty ## Demand Evidence We validated market demand through field testing of our MVP, with more than six agricultural exporters on the waiting list and pilot projects underway with companies in Tingo María, in addition to global trends calling for the replacement of plastics with sustainable solutions. ## Competitors Our competitors include Lifepack, Eco-Coco Perú, Fibrese, and Loliware. According to our analysis, there are no solutions using active technology in our region; GREEN CORE stands out for its integration of ClO₂ release and enhanced sustainable functionality. ## Founder Expertise I bring experience in applied research on biomaterials, technical product validation, and knowledge of regulations for scaling up and compliance in domestic and international markets. ## External Support We have received support from Incuba UNAS, Incuval Ventures UNHEVAL, and ProInnóvate, as well as backing from UNHEVAL, the Huánuco Regional Government (GORE Huánuco), and the SCALE accelerator, in the form of funding, mentoring, and technical validation. --- *Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 8358* *Ingested: 2026-05-25* # GridSense · Efficiency # GridSense **Country:** Peru · Pucallpa **Category:** Efficiency **Impact Areas:** Mitigation, Circular Economy **Stage:** Ideation **Team Size:** 2 **Website:** — --- ## Elevator Pitch IoT modules that transform traditional electric meters into smart meters simply by replacing the terminal block cover. This optimizes energy consumption, reduces energy losses, and makes energy efficiency accessible to everyone in the Amazon region. ## Climate Problem Energy inefficiency and power losses are its primary focus, as it optimizes energy consumption and makes technological efficiency accessible to all in the Amazon region through a solution that can be implemented immediately. ## Solution GridSense replaces terminal blocks with IoT modules, turning traditional meters into smart meters to optimize energy consumption and reduce losses. ## Revenue Model B2B model targeting electric utility companies. We will generate revenue through: 1) Direct sales of hardware (SmartTapa IoT module) and 2) Monthly subscriptions (SaaS) for use of the data analytics and monitoring platform. ## Target Market Electric utility companies and large customers looking to improve the efficiency of their electricity management. ## 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 This is because there are projects in Peru that aim to transition to smart metering, but by replacing all conventional meters, which increases the cost of these projects, causes disruptions, and generates waste from electrical and electronic equipment. ## Competitors They do not currently exist. ## Founder Expertise We are environmental engineers with experience in the electricity sector, specifically at electric utilities. ## External Support None --- *Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 9840* *Ingested: 2026-05-25* # Huerta cagr · Food & Agriculture # Huerta cagr **Country:** Peru · Villa Rica **Category:** Food & Agriculture **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy **Stage:** Launched **Team Size:** 3 **Website:** — --- ## Elevator Pitch Agroecological coffee production: we protect the environment and practice the circular economy ## Climate Problem Environmental and water pollution caused by coffee pulp ## Solution Production of byproducts made from coffee waste, such as coffee pulp snacks, flours, candies, and mucilage honey. And in the process, coffee pulp leather ## Revenue Model By selling products and offering workshops to business owners and tourists on how to care for the ecosystem using the circular economy ## Target Market People between the ages of 25 and 60 who own a business and wish to improve agroecology ## Social Impact Indigenous Peoples, People Living in Extreme Poverty, Women ## Demand Evidence Why is there a growing trend among consumers toward healthy, chemical-free products? ## Competitors No, there aren't any competitors in my area yet. ## Founder Expertise Contribute to the development of new, innovative products and ideas ## External Support I haven't received any support yet. --- *Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 9303* *Ingested: 2026-05-25* # Huerto Urbano Perú – Hogares Urbanos Productivos · Air & Environment # Huerto Urbano Perú – Hogares Urbanos Productivos **Country:** Peru · Chiclayo **Category:** Air & Environment **Impact Areas:** Mitigation, Adaptation, Circular Economy, Nature-Based **Stage:** Prototype **Team Size:** 4 **Website:** https://www.facebook.com/groups/proyelecmiahup --- ## Elevator Pitch We transform urban homes into self-sustaining systems that reduce waste and produce food. We implement simple practices such as vegetable gardens, composting, and eco-bricks. It is a replicable, low-cost model that has a positive impact on the community. ## Climate Problem Urban households generate large amounts of waste and rely on external systems for food. This leads to increased pollution, CO2 emissions, and vulnerability to climate and economic crises. ## Solution We implement household systems that turn waste into resources through urban gardens, composting, and eco-bricks. We use simple, low-cost, and scalable methods that reduce waste and promote self-sufficiency. ## Revenue Model We will generate revenue through the sale of kits (for vegetable gardens and composting), hands-on workshops, consulting services, and community programs. We will also generate revenue through partnerships with educational institutions and local governments. ## Target Market Urban households, families, and communities looking to reduce expenses, manage their waste, and grow their own food. Also, educational institutions and municipalities interested in sustainability and environmental education. ## Social Impact Indigenous Peoples, Persons Belonging to National or Ethnic - Religious and Linguistic Minorities, Migrants, People Living in Extreme Poverty, Women ## Demand Evidence There is growing interest in urban gardens and recycling. We already have an active community that is implementing the protocols, conducting practical trials in homes, and participating in activities, which demonstrates a real need and widespread adoption. ## Competitors There are separate initiatives for urban gardens and recycling. However, our proposal integrates waste, food, and education into a practical, accessible, and replicable system, supported by the community. ## Founder Expertise Practical experience in establishing urban gardens, waste management, and community education. Development of practical protocols and building an active community focused on sustainability and self-sufficiency. ## External Support A community actively involved in implementing protocols, conducting practical trials in households, and collaborating with individuals interested in sustainability and food sovereignty. --- *Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 8423* *Ingested: 2026-05-25* # HydroSmart Climate Solutions · Water # HydroSmart Climate Solutions **Country:** Peru · Lima **Category:** Water **Impact Areas:** Mitigation, Adaptation, Circular Economy **Stage:** Ideation **Team Size:** 1 **Website:** — --- ## Elevator Pitch HydroSmart Climate Solutions is a SaaS platform that integrates hydrogeological modeling and climate data to help mining operations predict groundwater behavior, optimize water use, and reduce environmental risks. ## Climate Problem Our startup addresses water scarcity and groundwater contamination intensified by climate change, especially in mining regions. Changing precipitation patterns, droughts, and extreme events are reducing water availability. ## Solution Our solution is a SaaS platform that combines hydrogeological modeling and climate data to predict groundwater behavior and water-related risks. It enables mining companies to anticipate water scarcity, optimize water use, and prevent contamination. ## Revenue Model We generate revenue through a subscription-based SaaS model with tiered pricing, complemented by premium technical support, customized modeling, and advanced analytics services. ## Target Market Our target market includes mining companies, environmental consulting firms, and government agencies managing water resources, particularly in regions facing water scarcity and climate-related risks, such as Latin America. ## Social Impact Indigenous Peoples, Migrants, People Living in Extreme Poverty, Women, LGBTQI+ People ## Demand Evidence There is a strong market pull driven by increasing water scarcity, tighter environmental regulations, and rising ESG pressures in the mining industry. Based on direct industry experience, companies are actively seeking predictive, data-driven tools. ## Competitors Our main competitors are traditional hydrogeological consulting firms. In our region, most solutions are still based on project-based consulting rather than scalable digital platforms, which creates an opportunity for a more advanced, data-driven approach ## Founder Expertise Hydrogeologist with 5+ years in mining, specializing in groundwater modeling, focused on building a scalable climate-tech solution for data-driven water risk management. ## External Support The project has been independently developed based on my professional experience in hydrogeology and mining. I am now seeking strategic support—mentorship, partnerships, and validation—to accelerate its scaling and market entry. --- *Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 7599* *Ingested: 2026-05-25* # Inka Green SAC · Food & Agriculture # Inka Green SAC **Country:** Peru · Lima **Category:** Food & Agriculture **Impact Areas:** Mitigation, Adaptation, Circular Economy, Nature-Based **Stage:** Public Beta **Team Size:** 3 **Website:** http://www.inkagreensac.com --- ## Elevator Pitch We have development a natural, mineral-based fertilizer made from Leonardite stone. When it is pulverized, awake its high levels of silicon, humic and fulvic acids, and macro and micro nutrients. Work as an organic soil revitalizer and it keeps the health ## Climate Problem We have obtained a natural, mineral-based fertilizer directly, which produces non environmental pollution and, on the contrary, improves soils Quality, thus strengthening plant roots and increase productivity. This has improved production cycles by 30% ## Solution We are offering a natural product that can dissapear the use of the chemical fertilizers and pesticides in the Agriculture. A product cheap in comparison with the others organic productos, and with a potencial use for any kind of soils and product. ## Revenue Model We have two segment to create revenues, one is with the directly sells at the little or medium farmer, and the other is selling our producto at the goverment. Nowadays the state give to the little farmers guano from the island but only reaches of the 10% ## Target Market All the little and medium farmers in all the world. ## Social Impact Indigenous Peoples, People Living in Extreme Poverty, Women ## Demand Evidence Because the problem with the chemical fertilizer is real, their Price is each time less affordable and any group that want to Certificate their land need to show what they are using, and with our product they can dissapear all the problems of their lands ## Competitors Tha organic fertilizer are very expensive, and more If need to apply more than once, and our product fulfills with the function of fertilizer, nutrients and more for the lands. Is like a 3 in 1 for a little Price. ## Founder Expertise We start in this business like Freight Forwarder, exporting all kind of perishables products, in 2022 we start with our own fields and since the beggining we knows that don't want to use any chemical in our lands and in that search we found the Leonardite ## External Support We have participated iN a competition with the state and won USD40,000 to demonstrate its effectiveness. And after testing with cow manure, chicken manure and seaweed, we were able to see that it's functionality is enhances with cow manure, and heals soil --- *Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 9340* *Ingested: 2026-05-25* # Jardín Botánico: Naturaleza que educa, florece y asombra. · Air & Environment # Jardín Botánico: Naturaleza que educa, florece y asombra. **Country:** Peru · Lima **Category:** Air & Environment **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy **Stage:** Public Beta **Team Size:** 14 **Website:** — --- ## Elevator Pitch The Botanical Garden at Parque de Las Leyendas is a space where activities are organized with a focus on the circular economy, conservation, sustainability, learning, and continuous improvement, aimed at both domestic and international visitors. ## Climate Problem Lack of public awareness, knowledge, and involvement regarding the importance of conserving exotic and native flora. ## Solution Conservation through a sustainability-focused approach that seeks to engage the public. The issue is addressed by creating meaningful experiences for visitors through educational activities. ## Revenue Model Through workshops, guided tours, and/or specialized events that provide the public with an experience focused on awareness and sustainability ## Target Market General public, young adults ## Social Impact Women ## Demand Evidence This is evident from the fact that we regularly welcome visitors for educational and research purposes, as well as from the interest shown by students in conducting theses or specialized studies. ## Competitors University botanical gardens. ## Founder Expertise I am currently overseeing the efforts and activities aimed at preserving and showcasing the Botanical Garden. ## External Support We have only received public recognition, but no external support as such. --- *Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 9581* *Ingested: 2026-05-25* # KAYNA · Food & Agriculture # KAYNA **Country:** Peru · Lima **Category:** Food & Agriculture **Impact Areas:** Adaptation **Stage:** Ideation **Team Size:** 1 **Website:** — --- ## Elevator Pitch Mi startup desarrolla soluciones accesibles para proteger los cultivos frente a las heladas en zonas altoandinas. Mi objetivo es reducir las pérdidas agrícolas de forma rápida, económica y sin necesidad de recursos adicionales. ## Climate Problem Mi startup aborda las heladas en zonas altoandinas de Perú, agravadas por el cambio climático y responsables de grandes pérdidas agrícolas anualmente. Esto afecta el sustento de los agricultores y la seguridad alimentaria de muchas comunidades. ## Solution Ofrecemos un sistema de estacas con mantas térmicas desplegables que se instalan entre los cultivos para reducir la pérdida de calor y protegerlos de las heladas. Nuestra solución es práctica, accesible y puede ser instalada por una sola persona. ## Revenue Model Será mediante la venta de kits de estacas térmicas para agricultores, comunidades y organizaciones del sector agrícola. Más a futuro, buscamos ampliar la distribución a municipios, programas agrícolas y regiones vulnerables al cambio climático. ## Target Market Los agricultores de zonas altoandinas en Ayacucho, Puno, Cusco y Huancavelica. También nos dirigimos a municipios y organizaciones vinculadas a agricultura y cambio climático. ## Social Impact Indigenous Peoples, People Living in Extreme Poverty ## Demand Evidence Existe demanda porque las heladas afectan más de 1.6 millones de hectáreas agrícolas en Perú y generan pérdidas de forma seguida en cultivos de zonas altoandinas. Tan solo en el 2025, el Estado destinó más de S/49 millones para indemnizar daños agrícolas. ## Competitors No existen startups especializadas en mi zona, no existen competidores con esta propuesta. Allá solo existen soluciones tradicionales muy caras y tan complicadas de instalar que pocos son los que lo tienen. ## Founder Expertise Aporto conocimiento y contacto directo de la realidad agrícola en comunidades altoandinas, ya que soy de una comunidad quechua en Ayacucho. Además, estudio Ingeniería Empresarial, lo que me permite desarrollar soluciones con enfoque e impacto social. ## External Support Por el momento aún no he recibido apoyo externo. --- *Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 9345* *Ingested: 2026-05-25* # KEKIN ENERGY · Clean Energy # KEKIN ENERGY **Country:** Peru · LIMA CERCADO **Category:** Clean Energy **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy **Stage:** Prototype **Team Size:** 0 **Website:** — --- ## Elevator Pitch Kekin Energy is a startup focused on developing sustainable solutions by using organic waste to generate biogas and value-added products. Our project promotes the circular economy by reducing the impa ## Climate Problem Kekin Energy converts organic waste into biogas and clean electricity, reducing harmful emissions, minimizing waste, and promoting sustainable energy through a circular economy model. ## Solution Kekin Energy uses biogas digesters to convert organic waste and prickly pear into biogas and clean electricity, reducing pollution, repurposing waste, and generating sustainable energy for communities and industries. ## Revenue Model Kekin Energy will generate revenue by producing and selling clean gas and electricity to rural communities, installing sustainable biodigesters, and marketing organic fertilizers derived from the process. ## Target Market Kekin Energy's target market consists of rural communities, agricultural areas, and industries seeking access to clean energy, a reduction in organic waste, and sustainable solutions through biogas and electricity generation. ## Social Impact Indigenous Peoples, People Living in Extreme Poverty, Women ## Demand Evidence There is a demand for this solution because many rural communities and industries face high energy costs and problems related to organic waste. Kekin Energy offers a sustainable, affordable alternative that has a positive environmental impact. ## Competitors Our main competitors are solar panels and natural gas; however, many rural areas in Peru still do not have full access to these solutions. Kekin Energy aims to bring sustainable energy to remote communities. ## Founder Expertise I bring expertise in agroindustrial engineering, sustainability, biogas digesters, process analysis, innovation, and the circular economy. I also have experience in environmental projects, continuous improvement, and digital tools for data analysis. ## External Support Kekin Energy has received a non-monetary award for innovation and sustainability from the Peruvian Association of Engineers, which has helped strengthen and improve the development of our clean energy and circular economy solutions. --- *Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 10065* *Ingested: 2026-05-25* # Kallpa Greenz Leaders · Food & Agriculture # Kallpa Greenz Leaders **Country:** Peru · LIMA **Category:** Food & Agriculture **Impact Areas:** Adaptation, Circular Economy **Stage:** Launched **Team Size:** 24 **Website:** https://web-kallpa.vercel.app/ --- ## Elevator Pitch Kallpa Greenz is a Peruvian climate-focused agricultural franchise platform that transforms farmland into resilient businesses by deploying sustainable technology that reduces water use, pesticide use, and soil degradation while increasing farmers' profits. ## Climate Problem Traditional Latin American agriculture is facing droughts, degraded soils, and increasing losses due to climate change. Without access to adaptive technologies, millions of smallholder farmers are losing productivity, income, and food security. ## Solution We operate an agricultural hardware franchise that assesses each farm and implements the appropriate technology—efficient irrigation, smart fertilization, protected agriculture—supporting farmers from installation through to sustainable profitability. ## Revenue Model We generate revenue through the design and installation of agricultural technology systems, ongoing software monitoring, business support, and royalties or dividends from the agricultural franchise model. ## Target Market Peruvian farmers whose land has become less productive due to climate change, water scarcity, or soil degradation. Also, local governments and agricultural cooperatives seeking to modernize their production using sustainable, accessible, and cost-effective technology. ## Social Impact Indigenous Peoples, Persons Belonging to National or Ethnic - Religious and Linguistic Minorities, People Living in Extreme Poverty, Women ## Demand Evidence More than 4 construction projects completed with actual revenue, an expanding active portfolio, and a base of 1,200 farmers from 12 regions of Peru—potential clients with more than 4 hectares of land. We accept applications from farmers, cooperatives, and government agencies. ## Competitors In Peru: Hidroponika (hydroponic solutions, no franchise model). Latin America: Novagric, Inverfarm (hardware without comprehensive support). Global: Bustanica. None of them manage the farmer’s complete technological transition or operate under the same model. ## Founder Expertise I combine agro-industrial engineering, Six Sigma Black Belt certification, and management training with four years of experience implementing real-world agricultural projects in Peru. I have led teams of up to 120 people. My work has been recognized internationally by UNDP Youth4Climate, MIT iGEM, and ESD Okayama. ## External Support Recognized by UNDP Youth4Climate 2025 with $30,000 in funding; ranked in the global Top 10 of the ESD Okayama Awards (81 countries); in 2024, the U.S. Embassy served as our sponsor for educational projects. We have received international recognition for sustainable agriculture and are a member of IICA. --- *Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 9691* *Ingested: 2026-05-25* # Kôm · Food & Agriculture # Kôm **Country:** Peru · Lima **Category:** Food & Agriculture **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy, Nature-Based **Stage:** Ideation **Team Size:** 2 **Website:** — --- ## Elevator Pitch Restaurants and cafes generate tons of organic waste that ends up in the trash. We collect it, process it in our lab, and turn it into bioplastics for cups, plates, and packaging. ## Climate Problem Organic waste from the food industry—coffee grounds, peels, and bagasse—ends up in landfills, where it generates methane. In Latin America, there is no infrastructure in place to recycle it. It is a massive and overlooked problem. ## Solution We collect organic waste from coffee shops and businesses, process it in our lab, and turn it into bioplastics to make tableware and packaging. We close the loop where today there is only waste. ## Revenue Model We sell bioplastic pellets to manufacturers and finished products (cups, plates, packaging) to sustainable brands. In the future, we plan to license our formulas and charge businesses for collection services. ## Target Market Manufacturers of sustainable packaging, coffee shops and restaurants with zero-waste goals, and consumer brands looking to replace virgin plastic. ## Social Impact Indigenous Peoples, Persons Belonging to National or Ethnic - Religious and Linguistic Minorities ## Demand Evidence The global bioplastics market is growing by 15% annually. In Lima, specialty coffee shops are already seeking zero-waste solutions but have nowhere to turn. Peruvian regulations against single-use plastics are driving demand. ## Competitors Globally: Kaffeeform (Germany) and Huskee (Australia) manufacture coffee tableware. In Peru, there is no direct competition. We compete indirectly with suppliers of conventional plastic and imported bioplastic. ## Founder Expertise I have a degree in business administration with experience in strategy and operations. I have managed processes, costs, and logistics. I understand how to build a viable business—not just an idea. That’s exactly what this project needs to scale. ## External Support We haven't received any external funding yet; we're still in the early stages of brainstorming. --- *Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 8274* *Ingested: 2026-05-25* # K’OSÑIMANU, es una palabra en quechua que significa el humo del Manu por sus montañas nuvosas · Food & Agriculture # K’OSÑIMANU, es una palabra en quechua que significa el humo del Manu por sus montañas nuvosas **Country:** Peru · Cusco **Category:** Food & Agriculture **Impact Areas:** Adaptation, Circular Economy **Stage:** Sketches **Team Size:** 7 **Website:** — --- ## Elevator Pitch Kosñimanu is an initiative focused on ecological restoration, cultural conservation, and community development located in San Fernando, within the buffer zone of the Manu Biosphere Reserve in Peru. ## Climate Problem Kosñimanu addresses the degradation of Amazonian ecosystems caused by deforestation, unsustainable extractive activities, and the progressive loss of vegetation cover in indigenous territories ## Solution Kosñimanu offers a solution based on ecological restoration, sustainable tourism, experiential education, and the revival of traditional Amazonian practices as tools for conserving the forest and strengthening local communities. ## Revenue Model Kosñimanu will generate revenue through sustainable and experiential tourism, including rustic lodging, nature-based activities, cultural tours, workshops, adventure sports, and Amazonian survival experiences. ## Target Market The project targets both the domestic and international markets, particularly people who value ecotourism, regenerative tourism, and experiences that have a positive environmental and social impact. ## Social Impact Indigenous Peoples, Migrants, People Living in Extreme Poverty, Women ## Demand Evidence because more and more people are seeking authentic, sustainable experiences that are a departure from conventional tourism, especially those related to nature, wellness, local culture, and environmental conservation. ## Competitors Kosñimanu stands out for integrating ecological restoration, environmental art, cultural revitalization, the circular economy, and experiential activities with Amazonian identity and community-led conservation, making it an innovative project in the region ## Founder Expertise I bring experience in environmental conservation, community work, and the development of cultural and educational initiatives related to nature and Amazonian identity, approached from a more artistic and territorial perspective. ## External Support None --- *Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 9457* *Ingested: 2026-05-25* # LECOQ · Food & Agriculture # LECOQ **Country:** Peru · Lima **Category:** Food & Agriculture **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy, Nature-Based **Stage:** Launched **Team Size:** 3 **Website:** https://lecoqpe.framer.website/ --- ## Elevator Pitch LECOQ is a natural coca leaf energy drink that creates circular value: sourcing from Andean smallholder farmers, dignifying ancestral crops, and offering a clean alternative to conventional synthetic energy drinks. ## Climate Problem The energy drink industry relies on synthetic ingredients, intensive agriculture, and non-recyclable packaging, driving high carbon emissions. Meanwhile, Andean coca leaf — a resilient, low-input crop — remains undervalued and stigmatized ## Solution LECOQ transforms coca leaf into a natural, functional energy drink through a circular supply chain: sourcing directly from Andean smallholder farmers, using clean ingredients, and replacing synthetic stimulants with a sustainable, culturally rooted altern ## Revenue Model LECOQ generates revenue through direct sales of canned natural coca leaf energy drinks, distributed through retail chains, health-focused stores, and e-commerce channels in Peru, with plans to expand to international markets. ## Target Market Health-conscious consumers seeking natural energy alternatives free from synthetic stimulants like taurine. Also targets coca leaf advocates and superfood enthusiasts in Peru and abroad who value conscious, culturally rooted nutrition. ## Social Impact Indigenous Peoples, People Living in Extreme Poverty, Women ## Demand Evidence The global natural energy drink market is growing rapidly. In Peru, demand for clean-label, functional beverages is rising. LECOQ has validated early interest through direct sales and retail partnerships with health-focused stores. ## Competitors No direct competitors exist in Peru for natural coca leaf energy drinks. Indirect competitors are conventional energy drinks (Red Bull, Monster, Volt) which rely on synthetic stimulants. LECOQ is a first-mover in this category. ## Founder Expertise Founder with a background in International Business and 4 years of experience in the food and beverage industry, covering product development, retail distribution, commercial strategy, and financial management. ## External Support LECOQ has been self-funded and developed independently, without external investment or institutional support to date. --- *Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 9479* *Ingested: 2026-05-25* # La reutilización de los desechos orgánicos generados en el mercado de frutas y verduras · Clean Industry # La reutilización de los desechos orgánicos generados en el mercado de frutas y verduras **Country:** Peru · Piura **Category:** Clean Industry **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy **Stage:** Ideation **Team Size:** 5 **Website:** — --- ## Elevator Pitch - Reuse organic waste from markets in Piura - Create a range of affordable products such as biofuel, organic compost, and seeds for planting - This reduces the amount of waste in the city and generates income ## Climate Problem Pollution, the spread of disease, and the waste of resources in Piura: due to poor organization in the public sector, market waste is often not collected. This poses a danger due to decomposition and the emergence of pathogens. ## Solution Using this organic material in high-demand products improves efficiency and productivity in this market sector, while also creating jobs for vulnerable individuals, helping merchants manage waste, and keeping Piura clean. ## Revenue Model First, we will focus on selling seeds to generate short-term profits, given the time it takes for the other products to come to market. After that, we will move forward with the development of compost and biofuel. ## Target Market Reusing organic waste ## Social Impact People Living in Extreme Poverty ## Demand Evidence Currently, due to rising oil prices, the market needs a substitute product, which would be biofuel. This is a viable option given the abundance of raw materials available for production. Furthermore, there are markets for seeds and fertilizers in Piura ## Competitors There is no competition in the local biofuel market, but there are gas stations such as AVA, etc. In the fertilizer market, there is the company La Molina; likewise, the plant market is dominated by the informal sector. ## Founder Expertise I have experience in small business management and in producing fertilizers such as compost, and I am also familiar with agricultural practices. This will help me carry out this project. ## External Support None yet, but we hope to work with our team to form a partnership with the public sector to secure funding and coordinate our efforts, since we have a social mission that also benefits the city itself. --- *Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 10021* *Ingested: 2026-05-25* # Laboratorio Azul · Clean Industry # Laboratorio Azul **Country:** Peru · Lima **Category:** Clean Industry **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy, Nature-Based **Stage:** Sketches **Team Size:** 4 **Website:** — --- ## Elevator Pitch Laboratorio Azul develops marine bioactive ingredients from cultivated microalgae for sustainable dermocosmetics. We create lab-grown photoprotective compounds as safer alternatives for human health and marine ecosystems. ## Climate Problem Conventional UV filters can damage marine ecosystems and contribute to coral bleaching. We develop sustainable marine-derived alternatives that protect both people and ocean biodiversity. ## Solution We cultivate marine microalgae to produce natural photoprotective compounds for dermocosmetic applications, reducing dependence on harmful synthetic UV filters. ## Revenue Model B2B sales of marine bioactive ingredients to dermocosmetic laboratories and skincare companies such as natura, belcorp, nivea y bierdersorf ## Target Market Dermocosmetic laboratories, skincare brands, and clean beauty companies seeking sustainable and marine-safe UV protection ingredients. ## Social Impact People Living in Extreme Poverty, Women ## Demand Evidence Growing regulations on harmful UV filters and increasing demand for clean beauty products are driving interest in sustainable photoprotective ingredients. ## Competitors Traditional UV filter manufacturers and biotech companies developing natural cosmetic ingredients, especially within the clean beauty sector. ## Founder Expertise Our multidisciplinary team combines marine biology, medical perspective, R&D, and business strategy focused on marine biotechnology and sustainable innovation. ## External Support Participation in Hult Prize Perú, university mentoring, startup competitions, and early-stage validation support from academic networks. --- *Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 9422* *Ingested: 2026-05-25* # Laboratorio TODO MEJOR · Clean Industry # Laboratorio TODO MEJOR **Country:** Peru · Lima **Category:** Clean Industry **Impact Areas:** Adaptation, Circular Economy **Stage:** Prototype **Team Size:** 4 **Website:** — --- ## Elevator Pitch Todo Mejor Laboratory offers fast and reliable automated blood and urine tests. It serves business owners and the general public to screen for anemia, infections, and urinary disorders as a preventive measure. ## Climate Problem It addresses the inefficient use of paper, water, energy, and disposable supplies in clinical laboratories by promoting digital results, efficient processes, and responsible management of biohazardous waste. ## Solution I offer an automated laboratory with digital results, reagent management, efficient use of water and energy, and safe handling of clinical waste, thereby reducing waste and improving preventive healthcare. ## Revenue Model We will generate revenue from the sale of blood tests, urinalyses, urine cultures, preventive health packages, health campaigns, and partnerships with merchants, businesses, and institutions. ## Target Market Wholesale merchants, self-employed individuals, and the general public in Lima and Callao, aged 20 to 60, who need fast, reliable, affordable, and preventive blood and urine tests. ## Social Impact Women ## Demand Evidence This demand was confirmed through direct experience with merchants in Lima: they frequently requested blood tests, urinalyses, and urine cultures, prioritizing speed, reliability, and affordability. ## Competitors Competitors: Multilab, ROE, Suiza Lab, SYNLAB Peru, Auna Lab en Casa, and local clinical laboratories in Lima and Callao that offer complete blood counts and urinalysis. ## Founder Expertise I have a background in clinical pathology, with extensive knowledge of clinical laboratory work and preventive care, as well as direct experience in serving business owners, recruiting patients, and interpreting blood tests, urinalyses, and urine cultures. ## External Support I have received academic guidance to develop the concept, validate the market, define the value proposition and business model, and review environmental and financial aspects. --- *Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 8705* *Ingested: 2026-05-25* # Llareq Dibujos · Air & Environment # Llareq Dibujos **Country:** Peru · Lima - Perú **Category:** Air & Environment **Impact Areas:** Mitigation, Circular Economy **Stage:** Pre-orders **Team Size:** 3 **Website:** — --- ## Elevator Pitch Llareq Dibujos crea libretas y productos de escritorio ecológicos, libre de árboles, con ilustración original y materiales reciclados. Transformamos residuos en productos útiles y personalizados con impacto ambiental y social positivo. ## Climate Problem La producción de papel genera tala de árboles y residuos contaminantes. En Lima, toneladas de papel y cartón terminan en la basura mientras aumenta la necesidad de productos ecológicos y reutilizables. ## Solution Creamos libretas y productos de escritorio con papel artesanal y materiales reciclados. Reutilizamos residuos, reducimos desperdicios y promovemos empleo inclusivo mediante talleres sostenibles. ## Revenue Model Generaremos ingresos mediante la venta de libretas ecológicas, productos personalizados, talleres creativos y pedidos corporativos sostenibles en canales físicos y digitales. ## Target Market Profesionales, estudiantes, emprendedores y empresas de Lima que buscan productos de escritorio ecológicos, personalizados y sostenibles. ## Social Impact Persons Belonging to National or Ethnic - Religious and Linguistic Minorities, Refugees - Asylum-seekers and Internally Displaced People, People Living in Extreme Poverty ## Demand Evidence En Lima más de 5.5 millones de personas trabajan y usan agendas o libretas. Existe interés creciente por productos ecológicos, pero pocas opciones combinan diseño, personalización y economía circular. ## Competitors Compito con marcas de papelería tradicional y emprendimientos de scrap y encuadernación. Sin embargo, pocos integran ilustración personalizada, reciclaje artesanal e impacto social en un solo producto. ## Founder Expertise Soy ilustrador y creador de productos artesanales. Tengo experiencia en dibujo tradicional y digital, diseño de productos personalizados y reutilización creativa de materiales reciclados. ## External Support He llevado capacitaciones, herramientas digitales de diseño y visito espacios de aprendizaje para emprendimientos creativos y sostenibles. --- *Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 9907* *Ingested: 2026-05-25* # Luna y junio · Air & Environment # Luna y junio **Country:** Peru · Lima **Category:** Air & Environment **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy **Stage:** Launched **Team Size:** 6 **Website:** — --- ## Elevator Pitch A space of community and repair hub centered around fashion and self expression, focusing on keeping as much clothes as possible out of the landfill and teaching people to love and care for their closet with a new mindset. ## Climate Problem The overconsuption of fashion and discard of clothes in need of simple repair just because we are not usually thought the ways we can save garments. ## Solution We will create an open space centering fashion repair and all things style and self expression, focusing in sharing easy fix tools, ways to shop your closet and body positivity. ## Revenue Model There will be a fee to use the space and tools with the help of an expert that can teach you simple techniques, subscriptions for repair services offered, and creative and tecnical workshops around a personalized and sustainable closet. ## Target Market People ages 20-55 interested in fashion and sustainability ## Social Impact Persons Belonging to National or Ethnic - Religious and Linguistic Minorities, Migrants, People Living in Extreme Poverty, Women, LGBTQI+ People ## Demand Evidence We currently are operational in the circular fashion industry and have consistently heard from actors ans clienta the need for clases to repair their favorite garments and/or enhance them so they fit their new size/style ## Competitors There are no competitors for the current model we propose. There are centers teaching sewing techniques but the cost and projects mostly focus on production ## Founder Expertise I am an industrial designer with almost 10 years experience in design and ux, entrepreneur and sustainability focused. I have been working in circular fashion for 5 years and lead a team in the same niche ## External Support We have a community of people with a similar mindset and an online following interested in the creation of the space --- *Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 9281* *Ingested: 2026-05-25* # METAVIS · Clean Energy # METAVIS **Country:** Peru · Lima **Category:** Clean Energy **Impact Areas:** Adaptation, Circular Economy **Stage:** Ideation **Team Size:** 2 **Website:** — --- ## Elevator Pitch METAVIS aims to use AI and satellite imagery to identify and evaluate renewable energy sites in Peru, delivering land ownership, grid connection, permits and solar data from site discovery to Ready-to-Build — compressing months of prospection. ## Climate Problem Peru has world-class solar resources yet fossil fuels dominate its grid — because data gaps and bureaucracy delay renewables 3–5 years. With energy as Latin America's top CO₂ emitter, accelerating this transition isn't optional. METAVIS does it. ## Solution First, METAVIS's real-time GIS viewer tells developers if a site is viable for solar, wind or hydrogen. Then, a tailored permit roadmap shows exactly how to develop it — compressing Peru's 3–5 year process dramatically. ## Revenue Model Three streams: SaaS subscriptions and pay-per-report for developers; data licensing to different stakeholders. By becoming Peru's most complete renewable energy dataset, METAVIS will grow more valuable every year. ## Target Market Primary market: renewable energy developers prospecting sites in Peru. Secondary: engineering consultancies and green funds requiring reliable geospatial and regulatory data — across a pipeline of 103 active projects and 25 GW in development. ## Social Impact Indigenous Peoples, People Living in Extreme Poverty, Women ## Demand Evidence I know because I've lived it. As a renewable energy developer since 2020, I've spent months traveling Peru to validate sites by hand. Selecting a grid connection point and viable land alone takes 3–6 months. METAVIS cuts that to days. ## Competitors Global tools like Paces, Transect and LandGate exist — but none speak Peru's regulatory language. No local competitor does either. METAVIS is first: official MINEM, COES and SUNARP data combined with a permit roadmap only an insider could build. ## Founder Expertise Geography & environment graduate with 8 years managing projects and 6 developing renewable energy across Peru. I bring hands-on expertise in GIS, socio-environmental risk, permitting and field site validation, every problem METAVIS solves, I've faced it. ## External Support None so far — METAVIS is bootstrapped and in development. That makes ClimateLaunchpad especially meaningful: it would be our first external validation and the network we need to accelerate." --- *Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 10203* *Ingested: 2026-05-25* # MONZON GREEN GOLD · Clean Industry # MONZON GREEN GOLD **Country:** Peru · RUPA-RUPA **Category:** Clean Industry **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy **Stage:** Sketches **Team Size:** 6 **Website:** — --- ## Elevator Pitch Monzón Green Gold transforms that cocoa into high-value-added processed products—chocolate, cocoa paste, cocoa butter, and other derivatives—generating fair income for local producers and reducing its carbon footprint. ## Climate Problem Exporting unprocessed cocoa leads to deforestation and impoverishes farming families. Monzón Green Gold processes cocoa locally, reducing emissions, shortening the supply chain, and making it economically viable to conserve the Peruvian Amazon. ## Solution We transform cocoa from the Monzón Valley into high-value products: chocolate, cocoa paste, and cocoa butter. By processing locally, we reduce logistics emissions and generate fair income for farming families, proving that the rainforest is more valuable when supported by industry. ## Revenue Model We generate revenue through the direct sale of processed cocoa products—chocolate, cocoa paste, and cocoa butter—to domestic and international markets, which offer higher profit margins than raw cocoa, as well as to the local tourism market. ## Target Market Chocolate companies and premium consumers in Europe, Asia, and the U.S. who demand certified sustainable cocoa; health food stores and local gourmet markets; and tourists visiting the Monzón Valley in search of authentic experiences. ## Social Impact Indigenous Peoples ## Demand Evidence 40% of global cocoa demand is sustainable and certified. Demand for organic cocoa products grew by 33%, and sustainable supply by 35% (2024). Latin America is the region with the highest growth in fine-flavored cocoa in 2025, with Peru c ## Competitors Our main competitor is Choco Pasión (C.P. Bella, Tingo María), a regional leader with 18 flavors and a national presence. We stand out due to our larger industrial scale, climate certification, global digital channels, and focus on exports. ## Founder Expertise I have experience working in processing plants and in the sales of finished cocoa products, as well as in academic research on industrialization, building relationships with local producers, and training in business management and profitability analysis. ## External Support We conduct our own academic research and have the support of committed local producers. We are still working to establish institutional partnerships, but every step we take confirms that Monzón Green Gold has the potential to transform lives and protect the Amazon. --- *Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 10181* *Ingested: 2026-05-25* # MUCHIK · Water # MUCHIK **Country:** Peru · Trujillo **Category:** Water **Impact Areas:** Adaptation **Stage:** Prototype **Team Size:** 3 **Website:** — --- ## Elevator Pitch MUCHIK develops solutions to monitor the spread of antimicrobial resistance genes in aquatic ecosystems affected by climate change and pollution. We provide early-warning insights for governments, utilities, and environmental stakeholders. ## Climate Problem Climate change and pollution accelerate the spread of antimicrobial resistance genes in aquatic ecosystems, threatening water safety, public health, and environmental resilience in vulnerable regions as South America. ## Solution MUCHIK uses metagenomics and bioinformatics to monitor antimicrobial resistance genes in water and sediments, generating early-warning environmental intelligence for decision-makers. ## Revenue Model Trough environmental surveillance services, genomic analysis, risk reports, and subscription-based monitoring solutions for governments, utilities, and industry stakeholders. ## Target Market Governments, water utilities, environmental agencies, hospitals, aquaculture, and industries requiring environmental AMR monitoring and climate-resilient surveillance. ## Social Impact Indigenous Peoples, People Living in Extreme Poverty, Women ## Demand Evidence Growing global concern over antimicrobial resistance, wastewater surveillance, climate-related water risks, and environmental monitoring gaps demonstrates increasing demand for early-warning AMR solutions. ## Competitors International companies like Resistomap operate in this field, but few provide climate-focused environmental AMR surveillance tailored to Latin American ecosystems. ## Founder Expertise Expertise in Pharmacy (my major), environmental metagenomics and bioinformatics applied research in aquatic ecosystems. MUCHIK is part of my bachellor's thesis. ## External Support Our project received applied research funding through Peru’s ProCiencia program, supporting the development of the MUCHIK environmental metagenomic surveillance platform. --- *Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 10247* *Ingested: 2026-05-25* # Magdalenas Arcoiris · Clean Industry # Magdalenas Arcoiris **Country:** Peru · Lima - Perú **Category:** Clean Industry **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy, Nature-Based **Stage:** Public Beta **Team Size:** 3 **Website:** https://acortar.link/0SPstj --- ## Elevator Pitch Magdalenas Arcoiris creates eco-friendly ceramics and modeling clay, handmade using natural and recyclable materials. We offer custom products, creative kits, and workshops that promote sustainable art and the circular economy. ## Climate Problem The decorative and craft industry uses polluting, synthetic materials and generates plastic waste. Magdalenas Arcoiris reduces this impact through eco-friendly materials, the reuse of resources, and biodegradable, durable products. ## Solution We create ceramics and modeling clays using natural, recyclable, and non-toxic ingredients. We also teach sustainable techniques through workshops and creative kits that promote reuse, responsible art, and mindful consumption. ## Revenue Model We generate revenue by selling custom handmade products, dough kits, supplies, and both online and in-person workshops. We also take orders for events, brands, and startups. ## Target Market Mothers, creative young people, interior designers, entrepreneurs, craftspeople, and anyone interested in sustainable, personalized products and eco-friendly artistic activities in Metropolitan Lima. ## Social Impact Persons Belonging to National or Ethnic - Religious and Linguistic Minorities, Women ## Demand Evidence There is growing interest in personalized and sustainable products. We have confirmed this demand through sales at trade shows, custom orders, workshops, and ongoing feedback from buyers and digital channels. ## Competitors I compete with businesses in Lima that sell costume jewelry, handmade ceramics, and mass-produced items. They offer the same decorative products made from synthetic materials, but few combine customization, workshops, and the circular economy into a single offering. ## Founder Expertise I am a young ceramic artist. I bring experience in hand-building, working with flexible clays, creative design, and personalized service. I also have expertise in entrepreneurship, sales, educational workshops, and sustainability. ## External Support I have participated in programs for entrepreneurs and social innovation competitions. I also received training in business models, costs, sales, and sustainable economics to strengthen Magdalenas Arcoiris. --- *Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 9897* *Ingested: 2026-05-25* # Marca Zoe Grados · Efficiency # Marca Zoe Grados **Country:** Peru · Lima **Category:** Efficiency **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy, Nature-Based **Stage:** Private Beta **Team Size:** 10 **Website:** https://www.zoegrados.com --- ## Elevator Pitch Eco-friendly clothing for babies and children ## Climate Problem Our raw materials are natural; we use cotton and organic cotton blended with alpaca. Our production process is fully certified under the OEKO-TEX Standard 100. ## Solution Circular design to reduce waste. We make dolls out of the scraps. ## Revenue Model We're already selling the clothes, and we have the prototype of the dolls that will be sold with them. ## Target Market Europe and the U.S. ## Social Impact People Living in Extreme Poverty, Women ## Demand Evidence We have already conducted market research in London. We were selected by the CBI in the Netherlands. And we received training for four years. ## Competitors Burberry ## Founder Expertise I am a textile specialist with a focus on fibers, processes, and quality. I also have a background in design. Regulations and foreign trade. ## External Support Bank and household loans --- *Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 9464* *Ingested: 2026-05-25* # Moon Group · Clean Energy # Moon Group **Country:** Peru · Lima **Category:** Clean Energy **Impact Areas:** Mitigation **Stage:** Private Beta **Team Size:** 4 **Website:** https://www.moongroup.com.pe/es --- ## Elevator Pitch Moon Group develops portable clean cookstoves for rural communities that rely on firewood, reducing biomass consumption, indoor air pollution, and pressure on forests. The project integrates territorial diagnostics, user training on efficient firewood use ## Climate Problem Low adoption of efficient firewood solutions maintains high emissions and pressure on forests. There is high demand but limited supply adapted to rural contexts, due to the lack of territorial assessment and integrated solutions. ## Solution We provide portable clean cookstoves with double combustion, combined with territorial diagnostics, user training, and impact monitoring. This ensures efficient firewood use, reduces emissions, and enables sustained adoption in rural communities. ## Revenue Model We generate revenue through a B2G and B2B model, delivering integrated solutions (cookstoves, diagnostics, training, and monitoring) to governments, NGOs, and companies, including project implementation and impact measurement services. ## Target Market Governments, NGOs, and companies with sustainability and CSR programs focused on rural communities that rely on firewood for cooking. ## Social Impact Indigenous Peoples, People Living in Extreme Poverty, Women ## Demand Evidence Based on field diagnostics, community validation, and evidence of intensive firewood use, as well as institutional demand for climate and health solutions in rural areas. ## Competitors Our competitors include initiatives such as Microsol in Peru and Metalcof in Colombia, which develop improved cookstove solutions. However, most do not integrate territorial diagnostics, training, or impact monitoring. ## Founder Expertise A multidisciplinary team with expertise in social and environmental management (María Velarde), mechanical engineering for product validation (Raúl Figueroa), civil engineering (Gustavo Gamarra), and strategic leadership (Selene Gamarra, CEO). ## External Support We have not received external support yet. Over the past year, we have focused on testing and validating the technical product, as well as strengthening our digital indicators platform. Our approach is an integrated model currently being consolidated. --- *Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 8598* *Ingested: 2026-05-25* # Morpho · Clean Industry # Morpho **Country:** Peru · Lima **Category:** Clean Industry **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy **Stage:** Sketches **Team Size:** 2 **Website:** — --- ## Elevator Pitch It aims to give plastic a second life by transforming it into functional furniture using 3D printing technology ## Climate Problem The accumulation of plastic waste and the challenge of managing it responsibly while making a positive impact on the environment. -The generation and accumulation of plastic waste in homes, businesses, and cities. -The need to repurpose plastic ## Solution Transforming plastic waste into sustainable furniture through 3D printing, enabling creative waste management by turning it into useful products. ## Revenue Model Revenue will be generated through the sale of furniture to individuals and businesses seeking solutions for home offices, offices, and workspaces, starting with desk furniture and home furnishings. ## Target Market Our target market consists of people who work from home and small offices or startups that need functional and sustainable furniture, starting with desks and basic home furnishings. ## Social Impact People Living in Extreme Poverty, Women ## Demand Evidence There is a growing demand for functional, accessible, and sustainable furniture, driven by remote work and office spaces. This need has been initially validated through observation of the context and discussions with stakeholders. ## Competitors In Lima, there are circular economy startups that produce furniture using recycled materials, primarily reclaimed wood or industrial-grade plastic. However, there is almost no market for 3D-printed furniture made from recycled plastic. ## Founder Expertise I offer training in architecture and green entrepreneurship, with a focus on design and sustainable solutions. I have worked on developing ideas and projects related to sustainable urban planning and the circular economy, which gives me a deep understanding of the context ## External Support I have begun to develop the foundation of the idea and the MVP with the support of EMA Education, which has allowed me to structure the concept, validate the initial approach to the project, and take the first steps in developing the business model. --- *Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 10225* *Ingested: 2026-05-25* # NATURALEANDO · Air & Environment # NATURALEANDO **Country:** Peru · lima **Category:** Air & Environment **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy **Stage:** Launched **Team Size:** 3 **Website:** — --- ## Elevator Pitch Naturaleando is a social and environmental impact startup that promotes the circular economy and environmental education inspired by Waldorf pedagogy, through experiences in urban agriculture, sustainability, and experiential learning. ## Climate Problem Naturaleando addresses the impact of climate change by promoting the circular economy, urban agriculture, and environmental education. It aims to reduce waste generation and foster sustainable habits through education based on the Waldorf approach. ## Solution In practice, we organize workshops, educational activities, and learning spaces inspired by Waldorf pedagogy, where children, families, and communities learn to grow food, reuse materials, and compost organic waste. ## Revenue Model Naturaleando generates revenue through Waldorf-based environmental education workshops, the creation of urban gardens in homes, the sale of eco-friendly kits, and educational services for schools and communities, promoting sustainability with a social impact. ## Target Market Naturaleando's target audience includes families, educational institutions, municipalities, and organizations interested in sustainability, environmental education, and urban agriculture. Our primary focus is on children and families, communities, and the SDGs ## Social Impact Migrants, People Living in Extreme Poverty, Women ## Demand Evidence We have identified a demand based on the high turnout and positive feedback at workshops, fairs, and educational events, as well as requests for activities related to urban gardens, environmental education, and programs for children, including Waldorf education. ## Competitors Yes, there are initiatives related to urban gardens, environmental education, and sustainability workshops in our area. However, Naturaleando stands out for integrating the circular economy, urban agriculture, and environmental education inspired by the Waldorf approach. ## Founder Expertise I bring expertise and experience in environmental education with a hands-on approach inspired by Waldorf pedagogy, promoting learning through direct contact with nature, planting, and caring for the environment. I have 6 years of experience. ## External Support Naturaleando has received support primarily through networking opportunities and visibility at events focused on sustainability, education, and healthy eating. Participating in trade shows and forums has allowed us to validate our circular economy model --- *Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 10013* *Ingested: 2026-05-25* # Nano-Humi · Air & Environment # Nano-Humi **Country:** Peru · Lima **Category:** Air & Environment **Impact Areas:** Adaptation, Nature-Based **Stage:** Private Beta **Team Size:** 6 **Website:** — --- ## Elevator Pitch Nano-Humi is an organic biofertilizer designed to enhance plant growth while naturally restoring degraded or nutrient-depleted soils. By improving soil health, stimulating microbial activity, and increasing nutrient availability, it supports stronger crop ## Climate Problem Nano-Humi tackles soil degradation, chemical fertilizer dependence, and reduced agricultural resilience by restoring soil health organically—cutting environmental damage, improving carbon retention, and supporting sustainable food systems. ## Solution We offer an organic biofertilizer that regenerates damaged soils, boosts plant growth, and enhances microbial health. It replaces harmful chemical inputs with sustainable soil restoration that improves productivity and long-term ecosystem resilience ## Revenue Model Through direct sales of organic biofertilizer to farmers, agribusinesses, and restoration projects, plus B2B partnerships, distribution networks, and scalable licensing for sustainable agriculture markets ## Target Market Farmers, agribusinesses, reforestation projects, and land restoration programs seeking sustainable alternatives to chemical fertilizers, especially in regions facing soil degradation, low productivity, and climate-related agricultural challenges ## Social Impact Indigenous Peoples, People Living in Extreme Poverty ## Demand Evidence Rising demand for sustainable agriculture, soil restoration, and chemical (free productivity); driven by farmers, agribusinesses, and climate programs shows strong market need for cost-effective organic biofertilizers like Nano-Humi ## Competitors Competitors include organic fertilizer brands, compost producers, and regenerative agri-input companies. Locally, conventional fertilizer suppliers dominate, but few combine soil regeneration, organic productivity, and climate resilience ## Founder Expertise In our team, we have a biotechnologist, a biologist, economics students, an innovation and design engineer, and an accountant ## External Support No-one --- *Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 10018* *Ingested: 2026-05-25* # Nutre Sana · Food & Agriculture # Nutre Sana **Country:** Peru · Chiclayo **Category:** Food & Agriculture **Impact Areas:** Mitigation, Circular Economy, Nature-Based **Stage:** Prototype **Team Size:** 4 **Website:** — --- ## Elevator Pitch Real, organic, mindful, balanced, and anti-inflammatory food. No preservatives or chemicals. ## Climate Problem The biggest problem facing public health in general. Continuing to use commercial food products containing preservatives and chemicals that not only cause various health issues but also harm the environment ## Solution We address the issue of the consumption of processed and unhealthy foods by researching, manufacturing, and distributing natural foods and products that contribute to the physical, mental, and spiritual well-being of families ## Revenue Model Through the promotion and sale of natural, handmade or semi-handmade products, and personalized advice on improving healthy habits ## Target Market Creating a new niche for healthy homes ## Social Impact People Living in Extreme Poverty ## Demand Evidence There is a growing demand for natural and healthy products, driven by the rise in diseases linked to poor eating habits and the search for preventive, chemical-free alternatives. ## Competitors There are no registered competitors in my area ## Founder Expertise Physician specializing in natural and alternative medicine. Expertise in management and administration. Multidisciplinary team with culinary experience to enhance flavors and textures ## External Support None --- *Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 9332* *Ingested: 2026-05-25* # OLEA · Air & Environment # OLEA **Country:** Peru · Chorrillos **Category:** Air & Environment **Impact Areas:** Mitigation, Circular Economy **Stage:** Public Beta **Team Size:** 2 **Website:** https://olea-webapp.vercel.app/ --- ## Elevator Pitch OLEA transforms used cooking oil from a household waste problem into a traceable supply chain for circular fuels. ## Climate Problem Household used cooking oil is mostly unmanaged in Latin America, polluting water and wasting a low-carbon feedstock. OLEA makes collection traceable through schools, smart containers, and digital tracking. ## Solution OLEA engages households through WhatsApp, collects UCO via school hubs and smart containers with AI, verifies volume, quality, source, date and location, then aggregates it in hubs and delivers traceable feedstock to buyers. ## Revenue Model OLEA generates revenue by selling verified UCO to industrial buyers, aggregators and biofuel supply chains. As volumes grow, margins improve through smart containers, optimized logistics, premium traceability and future carbon credits. ## Target Market Our target market is the Latin American used cooking oil market, starting in Iquitos, Peru. We serve households, schools and municipalities as suppliers, and industrial buyers, aggregators and biofuel companies as customers. ## Social Impact Indigenous Peoples, People Living in Extreme Poverty, Women ## Demand Evidence The Latin America UCO market is projected to grow from USD 490M in 2024 to USD 815M by 2033. Demand is driven by biodiesel, biofuels and industrial uses, while households remain an untapped source. ## Competitors Competitors include Bioils Latam, Ecooil Perú, Sinba and informal UCO collectors. Most focus on restaurants or easy urban volumes; OLEA differentiates by unlocking household supply through schools, communities and traceability. ## Founder Expertise Our team combines technology, logistics, community access and UCO quality expertise. Miguel built the app, WhatsApp bot, PWA and smart container prototype; Zulfiia brings 13 years in supply chains, operations and finance. ## External Support We have support from NGO Arca Beta to access schools, a framework agreement with Maynas Province, 5 schools committed for the 2026 pilot, buyer interest from Bioils Latam. --- *Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 8961* *Ingested: 2026-05-25* # PIROSA · Transportation # PIROSA **Country:** Peru · Huanuco **Category:** Transportation **Impact Areas:** Mitigation, Circular Economy **Stage:** Prototype **Team Size:** 4 **Website:** — --- ## Elevator Pitch PIROSA is a pyrolysis and gasification system that converts waste into gasoline and synthesis gas (syngas). With 54% efficiency and 70% less CO2 emissions, it is a self-sustaining technology that generates clean liquid and gaseous energy. ## Climate Problem We are addressing the serious problem of pollution caused by the accumulation of plastic and organic waste, as well as our reliance on fossil fuels. This is vital because PIROSA converts this waste into energy, emitting 70% less CO2. ## Solution PIROSA develops and redesigns automated modular reactors. In practice, we use pyrolysis and gasification to convert mixed waste into gasoline and syngas, using the latter to provide thermal energy for the equipment. ## Revenue Model We will generate revenue through two business lines: the direct sale of clean fuel (gasoline and syngas) and the sale or lease of our modular technology to companies and municipalities to treat their waste on-site. ## Target Market Our B2B market includes mining, construction, and energy companies that require decentralized energy and waste management solutions. In the B2G sector, we focus on municipalities and rural communities seeking self-sustaining solutions. ## Social Impact Persons Belonging to National or Ethnic - Religious and Linguistic Minorities, People Living in Extreme Poverty, Women ## Demand Evidence We validated this through meetings with mining and energy companies. Companies such as Flesan, Promigas, and Buenaventura expressed direct interest in using our system to manage waste and generate decentralized energy. ## Competitors In Peru, our competitors are Blest and Plastifuel; internationally, they are Plastic Energy and Brightmark. There are no direct competitors in our region. We stand out for our modularity and self-sustainability. ## Founder Expertise Our team brings expertise in agro-industrial and systems engineering, with a focus on prototype design, unit operations, and automation using microcontrollers. In addition, we are backed by patents. ## External Support We have the academic support and guidance of UNHEVAL. In addition, we have gained momentum by arranging meetings with companies such as Flesan, Promigas, PetroPeru, and the mining company Buenaventura to discuss future pilot projects. --- *Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 9116* *Ingested: 2026-05-25* # Pariachi Garden · Air & Environment # Pariachi Garden **Country:** Peru · Ate **Category:** Air & Environment **Impact Areas:** Adaptation, Circular Economy **Stage:** Private Beta **Team Size:** 2 **Website:** — --- ## Elevator Pitch Alquiler de casa jardin para desarrollar eventos mas íntimo y familiar de menor aforo 35 personas. ## Climate Problem Falta de áreas verdes en áreas urbana y brinda servicios a familias pequeñas para disfrutar de su evento. ## Solution Brindarnos servicio de alquiler de área verde a las familias pequeñas en áreas urbana ya que la mayoría no tiene espacio verde en sus casas. ## Revenue Model Por la cantidad de alquileres a la semana y mes. ## Target Market Las familias cercanas a Pariachi ## Social Impact Women ## Demand Evidence Ya que las familias no tienen espacios para celebrar sus eventos. ## Competitors Las casas de eventos con mayor aforo. ## Founder Expertise Aporto para la venta del servicio y desarrollo del servicio. ## External Support No he recibido --- *Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 8359* *Ingested: 2026-05-25* # PezConfiable · Food & Agriculture # PezConfiable **Country:** Peru · Lima **Category:** Food & Agriculture **Impact Areas:** Adaptation, Nature-Based **Stage:** Private Beta **Team Size:** 4 **Website:** — --- ## Elevator Pitch PezConfiable is a social startup empowering artisanal fishers in Peru through traceability, better market access, and digital tools. Our platform connects fishers with buyers, enables direct sales, and provides ocean data for better decisions at sea. ## Climate Problem PezConfiable addresses the low climate resilience of artisanal fisheries to changes in temperature, waves, and species distribution, as well as the lack of information to negotiate better prices. This affects the safety and income of thousands of fishers ## Solution We offer a platform that records fishing trips and connects fishers with oceanographic data, price references, and traceability. In practice, it improves decision-making at sea, strengthens negotiation power, and enables direct sales. ## Revenue Model We will generate revenue by charging transaction commissions to buyers who purchase traceable products through the platform. In the future, we may also offer premium information, traceability, and analytics services for commercial partners. ## Target Market Small-scale artisanal fishers and buyers of traceable fishery products. ## Social Impact People Living in Extreme Poverty ## Demand Evidence Demand is validated through 3 years of work with fishers, field interviews, and a real need for market access, traceability, and useful information to make better decisions in fishing and sales. ## Competitors In my area, I know TrazApp by WWF and Sitrapesca. TrazApp supports traceability, but it does not provide updated oceanographic information or useful satellite layers for fishing operations. Sitrapesca focuses on reporting, not on direct value for fishers. ## Founder Expertise I bring 3 years of experience training fishers in digital tools and formalization processes. I also contribute expertise in traceability, fieldwork, and coordination with public and private stakeholders. ## External Support We have received ProInnóvate funding, early validation with artisanal fishers, mentoring, technical feedback, and support from key fisheries stakeholders. The system is now being developed for field validation. --- *Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 7198* *Ingested: 2026-05-25* # PredictaMAR · Food & Agriculture # PredictaMAR **Country:** Peru · Lima **Category:** Food & Agriculture **Impact Areas:** Adaptation, Nature-Based **Stage:** Private Beta **Team Size:** 3 **Website:** — --- ## Elevator Pitch PredictaMAR is a satellite‑based decision support platform that helps artisanal fishers identify optimal fishing zones using oceanographic data. It reduces fuel use, CO₂ emissions, and unproductive fishing trips while improving economic and environmental ## Climate Problem Small‑scale fishers face increasing climate variability and ocean uncertainty, leading to fuel waste, higher emissions, and ecosystem pressure. Lack of accessible ocean data reduces climate resilience, livelihoods, and marine sustainability. ## Solution PredictaMAR provides satellite‑based, actionable fishing recommendations using oceanographic data. By guiding fishers to optimal zones, it reduces fuel waste and emissions, improves climate resilience, and lowers pressure on marine ecosystems. ## Revenue Model PredictaMAR generates revenue through affordable subscription plans for artisanal fishers and fishing associations. Additional revenue comes from partnerships with cooperatives, NGOs, and institutions seeking scalable, data‑driven solutions for sustainabl ## Target Market Primary market: artisanal fishers and fishing associations in Peru. Secondary market: cooperatives, NGOs, and institutions supporting climate‑resilient and sustainable small‑scale fisheries across Latin America. ## Social Impact Indigenous Peoples, People Living in Extreme Poverty, Women ## Demand Evidence Demand is validated through pilot tests with artisanal vessels, recurring subscriptions, and strong interest from fishing associations. Fuel savings, reduced failed trips, and willingness to pay demonstrate clear market need. ## Competitors There are no direct competitors focused on artisanal fisheries using climate and satellite data in Peru. Existing tools target industrial fleets or provide raw data, not actionable recommendations for small‑scale fishers. ## Founder Expertise Our team combines expertise in statistics, satellite oceanography, and climate data analysis with experience in field validation, artisanal fishing contexts, and early‑stage venture development supported by academic and research institutions. ## External Support PredictaMAR has received seed funding and incubation support from Universidad Nacional de Ingeniería (Startup UNI). The project was selected to be presented as a scientific contribution at the EGU General Assembly 2026, within the Copernicus Marine. --- *Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 7818* *Ingested: 2026-05-25* # Processing of single crystal silicon carbide for semiconductor material and chips applications · Clean Industry # Processing of single crystal silicon carbide for semiconductor material and chips applications **Country:** Peru · Santa Anita, Lima **Category:** Clean Industry **Impact Areas:** Mitigation, Circular Economy **Stage:** Prototype **Team Size:** 3 **Website:** https://sites.google.com/d/1ddG2HovQkP4cHj95_9cJwH1NvZWIssZg/p/1XELD8W28bUI2Ve40kELb8aIXbrzhV4ri/edit?pli=1 --- ## Elevator Pitch Produce monocrystal silicon carbide using low-cost raw material in controlled atmosphere, as the concept has a provisional patent at USPTO (United States Patent and Trademarks Office) US 63/724,687. It is possible to compete with Chinese technology. ## Climate Problem Conventional Acheson process of silicon carbide emits large amount of carbon dioxide, and the consumption of energy is large because requires 36 hr. Our process reaches a reduction of 30% in time and costs. Moreover, our method produces no CO2. ## Solution We use induction furnace, and a chamber in vacuum so little or no CO2 is produced. Polycrystal silicon carbide is our raw material, making its transformation in single crystal with no air emissions. ## Revenue Model We will produce Silicon carbide ingots to sell to wafers manufacturer; the actual price is between 5500 to 7000 USD/ingot; the trade market of SiC is growing by the using in EVs and on the high frequency operation chips for fast data processing. ## Target Market Single crystal silicon carbide semiconductor ingots, and wafer manufactures. ## Social Impact People of African Descent, Indigenous Peoples, Migrants, People Living in Extreme Poverty, Women ## Demand Evidence Global SiC ingots market was valued at USD 2.21 billion in 2025. It is projected to grow from USD 2.52 billion in 2026 to USD 7.24 billion by 2034, exhibiting a CAGR of 14.07% during this period. Source: https://www.fortunebusinessinsight.com/sic-ingots ## Competitors In South America only Brazil shares the global market by 1%, and their products are only for basic applications, and no semiconductor quality are being produced. We expected to compete with Chinese technology and marketing. ## Founder Expertise I worked in ceramics at University of Missouri-Columbia producing P-type semiconductor diamond for sensor applications. In Puerto Rico, I worked synthesizing alloy Si-Mn thermoelectric. In fact, I'm extensively trained in Induction furnace operations. ## External Support Our concept was developed supported by own investment 25,000 USD to cover the purchasing of equipment, raw material, personnel, rent and services. Also, we are investing in paying our Patent at USPTO: US 63/724,687. --- *Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 6404* *Ingested: 2026-05-25* # Pueblos libres de contaminación ambiental · Air & Environment # Pueblos libres de contaminación ambiental **Country:** Peru · HUANCAVELICA **Category:** Air & Environment **Impact Areas:** Mitigation, Adaptation, Circular Economy, Nature-Based **Stage:** Ideation **Team Size:** 5 **Website:** — --- ## Elevator Pitch Es un proyecto pensado y creado para acabar con los residuos sólidos en las comunidades alejadas a la ciudad, basado en economia circular y aprovechamiento para generar recursos con su implementación se pretende hacer un proyecto innovador y replicanle. ## Climate Problem la gestión deficiente de residuos sólidos y el desperdicio de recursos orgánicos en comunidades rurales del PERÚ. ## Solution Implementar un modelo de Gestión Integral de Residuos con enfoque de Economía Circular, a diferencia de un servicio de limpieza convencional, mediante tecnología, logística optimizada y participación comunitaria. ## Revenue Model Se plantea generar ingresos mediante el aprovechamiento de abono orgánico, la comercialización de materiales reciclables (plástico, metal, etc) a industrias como (ACEROS AREQUIPA) ## Target Market La población de un determinado lugar ## Social Impact Indigenous Peoples, People Living in Extreme Poverty, Women ## Demand Evidence Es un idea nueva de un proyecto nunca visto, tampoco desarrollado, porque esta plasmado dentro de los objetivos de la ODS. ## Competitors No la veo hasta la fecha. Todas las municipalidades solamente se enfocan en un simple recojo de basuras para llevar al relleno sanitario, en algunos pueblos sigue abandonado los residuos sólidos. ## Founder Expertise Capacitaciones de la FAO y experiencias en el trabajo comunitario. ## External Support Ninguna --- *Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 9577* *Ingested: 2026-05-25* # PyroGreen Solutions · Air & Environment # PyroGreen Solutions **Country:** Peru · Lima **Category:** Air & Environment **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy **Stage:** Ideation **Team Size:** 0 **Website:** — --- ## Elevator Pitch Install a pyrolysis plant to process end-of-life tires (ELTs) and produce pyrolytic oil, pyrolytic carbon, and recoverable gas, with emissions control and environmental compliance. ## Climate Problem It addresses GHG and black carbon emissions from tire burning and dumping and reduces demand for fossil fuels by recovering oil and gas. It is important because it mitigates climate change, improves air quality, and promotes the circular economy. ## Solution I offer a pyrolysis plant that converts tires into oil, gas, and carbon. In practice, it prevents burning and landfilling, replaces fossil fuels, controls emissions, and generates revenue from the sale of byproducts. ## Revenue Model Revenue from the sale of pyrolytic oil and carbon, savings/sales from natural gas (energy use), tipping fees, offtake agreements, management/recycling services, and potential incentives/green financing. ## Target Market Market: refineries and chemical plants (oil), rubber/plastics manufacturers (carbon), power plants (gas), municipalities/operators (NFU). Local/regional focus ≤300 km; export depending on quality. ## Social Impact People Living in Extreme Poverty ## Demand Evidence There is demand for the REP framework, which requires the management of NFUs, imposes penalties for burning or abandonment, and provides buyers for oil, coal, and gas. ## Competitors Competitors: pyrolysis plants, mechanical recyclers (carbon black), waste management/disposal companies, exporters/traders, and municipal companies. There are no known competitors in the area, but there is a presence in the city of Arequipa. ## Founder Expertise I have experience in administrative management. ## External Support None, --- *Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 9721* *Ingested: 2026-05-25* # QAYTU · Air & Environment # QAYTU **Country:** Peru · Barranco, Lima **Category:** Air & Environment **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy **Stage:** Launched **Team Size:** 10 **Website:** — --- ## Elevator Pitch QAYTU is a state of mind, is a brand working with regenerative cotton, alpaca, recycled fabrics, is a genderless pieces fashion everywhere. ## Climate Problem We are working with leftovers from the textile industry and create a new regenerative fabric, with this fabric QAYTU produce fashion garments. What happens when your clothes have reached the end of their life cycle? QAYTU regenerate and create new fabric. ## Solution The leftovers of the textile industry goes to the garbage, we bring the new life to this leftovers ## Revenue Model To make new fashionable clothes and selling the clothes in QAYTU store generating revenue ## Target Market We are selling to tourists and final local customers ## Social Impact Women ## Demand Evidence We have clients, the store is open everyday and make sales ## Competitors With this new business model we don’t have much competitors ## Founder Expertise I am a general manager, the administration ## External Support We have a sustainable business we want scale with more capsule collections --- *Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 9233* *Ingested: 2026-05-25* # QUYA · Clean Industry # QUYA **Country:** Peru · BAGUA GRANDE **Category:** Clean Industry **Impact Areas:** Mitigation, Circular Economy, Nature-Based **Stage:** Prototype **Team Size:** 3 **Website:** — --- ## Elevator Pitch QUYA closes the cocoa loop: it transforms the husk—which accounts for 10–20% of the bean and is currently burned—into B2B extracts of antioxidants and methylxanthines for use in nutraceuticals and cosmetics, using scientifically validated green technology in Peru. ## Climate Problem The husk accounts for 10–20% of the cocoa bean—up to 960,000 tons per year globally—and is either burned or left to decompose, emitting CO₂ and methane. It represents a massive amount of waste and a loss of high-value bioactive compounds that the nutraceutical industry needs. ## Solution QUYA applies green extraction technology (ultrasound and microwaves with an ethanol-water solution) validated by PUCP to cocoa shells, transforming the waste into traceable B2B extracts of polyphenols and methylxanthines for use in nutraceuticals and cosmetics. ## Revenue Model B2B sales of standardized extracts (powder and liquid) to manufacturers of nutraceuticals, natural cosmetics, and functional foods in Latin America, Europe, and the U.S. Complementary service: outsourced extraction services for cocoa cooperatives in the region. ## Target Market B2B manufacturers of nutraceuticals, natural cosmetics, and functional foods in Europe (Germany, France, Belgium), North America, and Latin America. Global market for cocoa extracts: USD 3.2 billion (2023) → USD 5.9 billion (2032), CAGR 7.1%. Pharmaceutical applications grow by 8.1%. ## Social Impact Indigenous Peoples, Persons Belonging to National or Ethnic - Religious and Linguistic Minorities, People Living in Extreme Poverty, Women ## Demand Evidence International trade in cocoa waste reached 71,200 tons and $27.9 million in 2023 (top exporters: France, Belgium, the Netherlands). The industry prefers natural theobromine over synthetic Chinese/Indian theobromine for clean-label purposes. EUDR 2026 is accelerating demand for traceable origins ## Competitors Global: BIOINVAL (Spain), Fermtech (UK, $3.3M by 2026), Barry Callebaut. In agricultural upcycling: Hubcycle (France, $16.3M). Theobromine producers: Indian/Chinese (synthetic). In Peru: no B2B cocoa players; Amazon Andes is the analogous model for other crops. ## Founder Expertise Co-founder and manager with 10 years of experience in the Amazonian fine-aroma cocoa industry, exporting to Europe and the U.S. I have expertise across the entire supply chain, from farm to international B2B client, and maintain a well-established network of cocoa producers and cooperatives in Peru. ## External Support We are not yet a company (we are in the ideation phase). We have scientific backing from PUCP: the extraction technology was developed as part of a PhD in engineering funded by a PROCIENCIA-CONCYTEC grant and published in *Sustainable Food Technology* (RSC, 2026). --- *Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 9665* *Ingested: 2026-05-25* # Qaya Cuero De Pescado Peruano · Clean Industry # Qaya Cuero De Pescado Peruano **Country:** Peru · Lima **Category:** Clean Industry **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy **Stage:** Launched **Team Size:** 3 **Website:** — --- ## Elevator Pitch Qaya transforms discarded fish skins into high-end eco-leather. Through metal-free processes and the circular economy, we reduce marine pollution and offer an ethical and sustainable alternative for the global industry. ## Climate Problem We are tackling pollution caused by organic fishing waste and the use of toxic chemicals in the fashion industry. This is vital because traditional leather production emits high levels of CO2 and heavy metals, while Qaya transforms waste into biomaterials with a low carbon footprint. ## Solution We offer high-end fish leather created through circular economy practices and organic tanning. In practice, we collect fish skins discarded by fishermen and transform them into a durable biomaterial that eliminates the use of heavy metals. ## Revenue Model We generate revenue through direct sales (B2B) of fish leather to sustainable fashion brands and by designing our own accessories. We plan to scale our business by licensing our organic tanning technology and forming partnerships with the luxury industry. ## Target Market Our target market is the sustainable luxury fashion industry (B2B), specifically footwear and leather goods brands in Europe and the U.S. that are seeking ethical biomaterials to replace traditional leather and environmentally harmful plastics. ## Social Impact Indigenous Peoples, Persons Belonging to National or Ethnic - Religious and Linguistic Minorities, People Living in Extreme Poverty, Women ## Demand Evidence We are validating this demand through recurring sales to ethical fashion brands and the growing interest from luxury firms in Europe. Furthermore, our recognition within APEC and partnerships with design centers confirm the urgent need for sustainable biomaterials. ## Competitors Our direct competitors include companies such as Nova Kaeru (Brazil) and ICTYOS (France). While there are a few small-scale artisanal initiatives in Peru, Qaya is the local leader thanks to our proprietary organic tanning technique and export partnerships. ## Founder Expertise We have extensive experience in the circular economy and the organic tanning of Amazonian hides. As the founder, I lead the strategic and commercial vision, supported by a team of experts in the technical development of biomaterials and project management. ## External Support We have received support from Innóvate Perú and the Ministry of Production. In addition, we were recognized for our innovation in the circular economy and sustainability, and we have formed partnerships with design institutions to validate our biomaterial. --- *Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 9211* *Ingested: 2026-05-25* # Reciclap · Air & Environment # Reciclap **Country:** Peru · Lima **Category:** Air & Environment **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy **Stage:** Ideation **Team Size:** 1 **Website:** — --- ## Elevator Pitch An app that anonymously connects people who want to recycle with informal waste pickers in their area. The user reports where they left the bag and the nearest picker collects it to sell. Non-profit: environmental impact and support for low-income familie ## Climate Problem Tons of recyclable plastic end up in landfills due to the lack of local recycling systems. Meanwhile, thousands of informal waste pickers walk the streets searching for materials to survive, with no direct connection to people who want to recycle ## Solution An app that anonymously connects people who want to recycle with nearby waste pickers. The user reports where they left the bag, the closest picker collects it and sells it at scrap centers. More recycling, less waste, more income ## Revenue Model Non-profit model. Sustained by a minimal monthly donation from waste pickers to keep their account active. In the future: partnerships with municipalities, environmental NGOs, and companies with ESG goals to sponsor operations ## Target Market Citizens with environmental awareness who want to recycle but lack an adequate local system, and informal urban waste pickers who live off selling recyclable material. Initially in Latin American cities with poor recycling infrastructure. ## Social Impact People Living in Extreme Poverty ## Demand Evidence Thousands of informal waste pickers already walk the streets daily searching for materials, and many people store recyclables without knowing who to give them to. The disconnect is visible. Studies show 60% of urban recycling in LATAM is done by them ## Competitors I don’t know any direct competitors in my area ## Founder Expertise I’m a technician in administration and currently studying business and systems engineering. I bring a structured vision of processes, management skills, and the tech perspective needed to design the app. ## External Support I haven’t received external support yet --- *Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 10188* *Ingested: 2026-05-25* # Remar · Water # Remar **Country:** Peru · Lima **Category:** Water **Impact Areas:** Adaptation **Stage:** Ideation **Team Size:** 1 **Website:** — --- ## Elevator Pitch Clean up of solid residues in water bodies. ## Climate Problem The pollution on water bodies such as lakes, oceans, etc. ## Solution Picking up the solid residue on the surface of water bodies. We're evaluating the use of AI to help with the computer vision recognition of these solids. ## Revenue Model We're going to rent the device. ## Target Market Mining companies ## Social Impact Indigenous Peoples, People Living in Extreme Poverty ## Demand Evidence Because of the high number of news reporting the pollution these mining companies do. ## Competitors Not yet. ## Founder Expertise I'm a mechatronics engineering student with curiosity and eager to put into teal projects the knowledge I have been collecting throughout my years in university. ## External Support This is at the stage of ideation so none so far. --- *Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 10152* *Ingested: 2026-05-25* # SAMAY ANDINA · Clean Industry # SAMAY ANDINA **Country:** Peru · Cusco **Category:** Clean Industry **Impact Areas:** Adaptation, Circular Economy **Stage:** Ideation **Team Size:** 1 **Website:** — --- ## Elevator Pitch Revaluing ancestral textile knowledge and recognizing that sustainability is inherited through cultural transmission, we will use alpaca fiber in conscious and emotional designs as a breathable, thermoregulating, and biodegradable alternative to synthetic ## Climate Problem SAMAY Andina addresses textile pollution, microplastic waste, and overconsumption driven by synthetic fast fashion by promoting durable garments made from natural Andean fibers and regenerative design principles. ## Solution SAMAY ANDINA creates durable garments using alpaca and natural Andean fibers as biodegradable alternatives to synthetic textiles, combining regenerative design, slow fashion, and emotionally conscious consumption to reduce waste and overconsumption. ## Revenue Model SAMAY ANDINA will generate revenue through direct-to-consumer sales of regenerative garments and wellness textiles, limited capsule collections, collaborations with sustainable tourism brands, and future licensing of sustainable textile designs. ## Target Market SAMAY ANDINA targets conscious consumers seeking sustainable, durable, and wellness-oriented fashion alternatives to synthetic fast fashion, particularly people interested in slow living, natural materials, and culturally rooted design. ## Social Impact Indigenous Peoples, People Living in Extreme Poverty, Women ## Demand Evidence Recent reports indicate increasing pressure to reduce dependence on polyester and other petroleum-derived textiles due to pollution, microplastics, and textile waste. ## Competitors There are alpaca brands, but most focus on traditional fashion or luxury retail. SAMAY ANDINA distinguishes itself by combining circular fashion, thermoregulating natural fibers, cultural transmission, and sustainable lifestyle design. ## Founder Expertise I bring experience and knowledge in sustainability, forestry and environmental systems, business strategy and exports combined with a strong interest in regenerative design, Andean cultural identity and conscious consumer behavior. ## External Support Currently, SAMAY ANDINA is in the early-stage concept and validation phase. We have conducted independent research on sustainable textiles, regenerative fashion, and Andean fibers, and are now seeking mentorship, validation, and network suppot --- *Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 9320* *Ingested: 2026-05-25* # SMC · Energy Storage # SMC **Country:** Peru · Chaclacayo **Category:** Energy Storage **Impact Areas:** Mitigation, Adaptation **Stage:** Prototype **Team Size:** -3 **Website:** https://v0-smart-community-microgrids.vercel.app/ --- ## Elevator Pitch We developed a platform that allows communities and municipalities to measure their risk of power outages and plan their transition to distributed solar energy. Our tool transforms local data into an actionable energy resilience index. ## Climate Problem Centralized power grids fail during extreme weather disasters, such as landslides, leaving vulnerable communities without electricity. This disrupts medical refrigeration and communications, exacerbating the impact of extreme weather events. ## Solution A software first platform that simulates energy consumption and models local resilience. We design AI monitored, modular solar microgrids that prioritize critical loads for homes and small businesses during main grid failures. ## Revenue Model Generaremos ingresos mediante la concesión de licencias de software B2B a ONG y municipios para la planificación de infraestructuras y, eventualmente, mediante tarifas de servicio para la gestión de la implementación de microrredes y la optimización energ ## Target Market Disaster-prone communities in Latin America, small businesses in regions with unstable infrastructure, and public and private entities focused on climate change adaptation and decentralized energy systems. ## Social Impact Indigenous Peoples, Persons Belonging to National or Ethnic - Religious and Linguistic Minorities, People Living in Extreme Poverty, Women ## Demand Evidence Evidence lies in the recurring total power loss during annual flood seasons. Local businesses face heavy losses due to outages, and there is a documented lack of technical tools for community led energy resilience planning. ## Competitors Local competitors are primarily diesel generator suppliers and centralized utility companies that do not offer decentralized resilience solutions. Currently, there are no software platforms in the region that provide hyperlocal energy simulation for vulne ## Founder Expertise Founder of KRAKK (sports technology) and WYX (artificial intelligence for retail). He led teams of over 50 people at Eres Clave and influenced more than 200 students through SPIC-T. ## External Support Currently, the project is entirely self funded and developed independently. We have not yet received any external institutional support or formal mentorship, focusing instead on rapid internal prototyping and technical validation. --- *Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 9795* *Ingested: 2026-05-25* # SimRed · Air & Environment # SimRed **Country:** Peru · Lima **Category:** Air & Environment **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy **Stage:** Ideation **Team Size:** 5 **Website:** — --- ## Elevator Pitch A waste brokerage platform connecting small and medium-sized enterprises, businesses, and entrepreneurs to exchange, donate, sell, or receive non-standard waste materials such as textiles, cardboard, leather, etc. ## Climate Problem We address the inefficient management of waste in urban manufacturing clusters. This waste often ends up in landfills, emitting greenhouse gases. It is vital to optimize these resources to decarbonize the industry and reduce resource extraction ## Solution SimbRed is an industrial symbiosis network that connects manufacturers to exchange byproducts. We facilitate logistics and traceability so that one company’s waste becomes another’s raw material, closing production cycles at the local level. ## Revenue Model Revenue will come from commissions on material transactions, premium subscriptions for access to traceability/impact reports, and technical consulting services on resource efficiency for small and medium-sized manufacturing companies ## Target Market Micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the manufacturing sector (textiles, wood, metalworking, and plastics) located in urban industrial clusters. We focus on businesses seeking to reduce operating costs and improve their sustainability profile ## Social Impact Persons Belonging to National or Ethnic - Religious and Linguistic Minorities, People Living in Extreme Poverty, Women ## Demand Evidence We identified costs lost due to waste and a lack of access to affordable inputs among local SMEs. Assessments of industrial clusters confirm that business owners are interested in monetizing their surplus materials and reducing expenses through bartering. ## Competitors We compete with traditional waste management companies and the informal market, which lack traceability. In Lima, there are leaders in the organic waste sector (such as Sinba), but there are no industrial symbiosis solutions focused on urban manufacturing materials ## Founder Expertise An environmental engineer with experience in managing innovation projects and academic coordination. My technical background is complemented by in-depth, hands-on knowledge of the operational dynamics of local manufacturing workshops. ## External Support We have academic and technical expertise, as well as experience in managing environmental engineering projects. We have identified critical industrial clusters. --- *Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 8921* *Ingested: 2026-05-25* # Sr topo · Food & Agriculture # Sr topo **Country:** Peru · Lima **Category:** Food & Agriculture **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy, Nature-Based **Stage:** Launched **Team Size:** 2 **Website:** — --- ## Elevator Pitch Sr. Topo is a pet snack brand focused on natural, dehydrated treats for dogs and cats. The brand combines nutrition, storytelling, and responsible production to offer healthier alternatives for pets while promoting a more conscious approach to pet care. ## Climate Problem Sr. Topo addresses food waste by transforming animal-based ingredients with lower commercial value into natural pet snacks. This helps use resources more efficiently. ## Solution We create natural dehydrated snacks for dogs and cats using animal-based ingredients, turning them into nutritious products instead of letting valuable resources go to waste. ## Revenue Model We generate revenue by selling dehydrated pet snacks directly to customers at local fairs, through social media, and later through pet shops and partner businesses. ## Target Market Pet owners in Peru who want natural, healthier treats for their dogs and cats, especially those with sensitive pets or who prefer more conscious pet care options. ## Social Impact Women ## Demand Evidence We have already sold our products at local fairs, received repeat customers, and gained positive feedback from pet owners looking for natural alternatives. ## Competitors Our competitors are local pet snack brands, natural pet food businesses, and small fair-based brands selling dehydrated treats or homemade pet products. ## Founder Expertise I bring experience in branding, packaging, social media, sales, and direct customer validation through fairs. I have built Sr. Topo from idea to real market sales. ## External Support I have received advice from entrepreneurs, fair organizers, customers, and family members, mainly in branding, sales, product testing, and market validation. --- *Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 9419* *Ingested: 2026-05-25* # TRAZA360.COM · Air & Environment # TRAZA360.COM **Country:** Peru · San Martin **Category:** Air & Environment **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy **Stage:** Launched **Team Size:** 3 **Website:** https://traza360.com/ --- ## Elevator Pitch Traza360 connects schools, families, waste processors, and partners to turn waste into measurable educational challenges, using EcoPoints, photographic evidence, and environmental impact reports, thereby promoting inclusion and green jobs in the Amazon. ## Climate Problem Traza360 addresses the burning and improper disposal of recyclable waste and upholstery, which generate CO₂ and pollution. It is important because it transforms this problem into an opportunity for education, traceability, and measurable impact in partnership with stakeholders. ## Solution We offer Traza360: a platform that turns waste into challenges through photographic evidence, EcoPoints, and CO₂e/water reports. In practice, schools, businesses, families, processors, and partners recover, validate, and scale up the impact. ## Revenue Model We will generate revenue through licensing agreements with schools, local education authorities, and municipalities; and through plans for companies that pay to sponsor challenges, activate benefits, manage waste, and receive reports on environmental, social, and brand impact. ## Target Market Schools, local education authorities, and municipalities seeking measurable environmental education; and companies that need to manage waste, sponsor challenges, meet ESG/CSR goals, and demonstrate their climate, social, and brand impact with concrete evidence. ## 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 We know this from firsthand experience: schools and local education authorities need evidence for environmental education, municipalities are looking for recycling solutions, and companies want to manage waste and report on their ESG/CSR impact in partnership with local stakeholders. ## Competitors I don't know of any direct competitor in my area that combines recycling, education, traceability, EcoPoints, and reporting. There are recycling organizations, NGOs, and environmental campaigns, but Traza360 brings together schools, businesses, and partners using measurable data. ## Founder Expertise I bring experience as an educator and entrepreneur in the Amazon region, with nine years of experience in upholstery, waste management, and upcycling. Through EcoTapiz, we’re already transforming waste into educational products in partnership with local organizations, schools, and UGEL. ## External Support Not a single one. --- *Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 8373* *Ingested: 2026-05-25* # Toda · Food & Agriculture # Toda **Country:** Peru · Lima **Category:** Food & Agriculture **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy, Nature-Based **Stage:** Sketches **Team Size:** 3 **Website:** https://www.toda-peru.com/ --- ## Elevator Pitch A FAMILY-OWNED BUSINESS, we focus on promoting and marketing natural products that support the body’s natural balance and promote a mindful, healthy, and sustainable lifestyle. Services in integrative and functional medicine. More than just a brand, ## Climate Problem Marketing Networks ## Solution Increased sales Improved quality of life for farmers ## Revenue Model Products for Sale Ayurvedic Therapy Services ## Target Market Prevention for Youth and Adults ## Social Impact Persons Belonging to National or Ethnic - Religious and Linguistic Minorities, People Living in Extreme Poverty, Women, LGBTQI+ People ## Demand Evidence Validated through surveys Market research And interviews ## Competitors Trade Shows Stores Retail USA (for exports) ## Founder Expertise 10 years in the industry ## External Support - it's a family business --- *Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 9396* *Ingested: 2026-05-25* # Vera Ciclos · Clean Industry # Vera Ciclos **Country:** Peru · Lima **Category:** Clean Industry **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy, Nature-Based **Stage:** Launched **Team Size:** 4 **Website:** https://veraciclos.com --- ## Elevator Pitch Vera Ciclos is transforming menstrual care through sustainable alternatives and mindful education, reducing our environmental impact while promoting bodily autonomy. It empowers not only its users but also the entire local supply chain. ## Climate Problem We are tackling single-use plastic pollution: each person uses about 11,000 tampons, which take 500 years to decompose. Reducing this waste is vital to curbing pollution in ecosystems and protecting our country’s biodiversity. ## Solution We offer high-tech reusable menstrual products. We manufacture locally produced, eco-friendly products and educate people on how to reduce single-use plastic, thereby driving direct environmental change and saving users money. ## Revenue Model We generate revenue through the direct sale of reusable menstrual products. This revenue enables us to fund and scale our educational programs, creating a self-sustaining model that drives social and environmental impact. We are committed to continuous improvement. ## Target Market Adolescents, women, and menstruating individuals of all backgrounds between the ages of 14 and 65 ## Social Impact People of African Descent, Indigenous Peoples, Persons Belonging to National or Ethnic - Religious and Linguistic Minorities, Migrants, People Living in Extreme Poverty, Women, LGBTQI+ People ## Demand Evidence The demand is clear as more women turn to conscious menstrual care. The rise of women’s health communities and dissatisfaction with traditional methods confirm the existence of a massive market seeking safe and reusable alternatives. ## Competitors Although other companies sell some of these products individually, they lack the variety found in our catalog. We are pioneers in combining sales with technical advice and in-depth menstrual health education, filling an educational gap that our competitors overlook. ## Founder Expertise As a Master’s degree holder in Sustainable Design and a certified Menstrual Health Educator, I bring technical expertise in products with a low environmental impact and the pedagogical knowledge needed to lead training programs on menstrual health with professional rigor. ## External Support None; this project has developed independently. --- *Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 9393* *Ingested: 2026-05-25* # Vuelve Pet - Vida después de la vida · Not Assigned/ Unknown # Vuelve Pet - Vida después de la vida **Country:** Peru · Lima **Category:** Not Assigned/ Unknown **Impact Areas:** Mitigation, Circular Economy **Stage:** Launched **Team Size:** 8 **Website:** https://www.vuelvecompostario.com/ --- ## Elevator Pitch Vuelve is an applied biotech startup transforming pet loss into a regenerative process. We offer an eco-friendly alternative through biotransformation. It converts deceased pets into fertile soil without emissions, replacing cremation. ## Climate Problem Pet aftercare relies on cremation and burial, which generate emissions—cremating one pet can emit ~50–160kg of CO₂. These processes contribute to pollution while failing to meet the demand for sustainable, transparent options aligned with families’ values ## Solution Vuelve replaces cremation with biotransformation. Our proprietary inoculum accelerates natural decomposition without emissions, turning pets into fertile soil. We integrate tracking and a conscious grieving ritual, validated over 4 years with a 99% NPS. ## Revenue Model B2B2C via partnerships with veterinary clinics that refer clients at time of loss. In parallel, a B2C strategy using targeted digital marketing on Instagram and TikTok, focused on grief support and sustainability. ## Target Market Urban pet owners in Latin America (Peru, Chile, Colombia, Mexico), mainly middle–high income, who see pets as family and seek dignified, sustainable end-of-life solutions with higher willingness to pay. ## Social Impact People Living in Extreme Poverty ## Demand Evidence We have validated demand through 4+ years of operations, hundreds of clients, and NPS 99. Demand is driven by organic search and referrals, indicating high intent. Trends like pet humanization and sustainability reinforce a strong market need. ## Competitors Competitors include crematoriums like Ashkiwasi and Cenizas del Sol in Peru, Pleia in Colombia (composting), and informal burial. Most rely on incineration or non-standardized processes; none combine biotech, traceability, and experience like Vuelve. ## Founder Expertise Pía Pacheco (CEO): Industrial Engineer, Chevening Scholar, MSc in Climate Change, 6+ years leading projects. Gonzalo León (COO): Permaculture and bioprocess expert with 15 years’ experience and second-time founder, bringing key operational know-how. ## External Support In 2023, we won PEN 67,000 from ProInnóvate (Startup Perú) and PEN 5,000 from WISE Women in STEM (UDEP), used to expand the business. We also secured a new partner investing USD 40,000 for 12.5% equity. --- *Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 9074* *Ingested: 2026-05-25* # Wayra Watt · Clean Energy # Wayra Watt **Country:** Peru · Lima **Category:** Clean Energy **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy **Stage:** Sketches **Team Size:** 2 **Website:** — --- ## Elevator Pitch Wayra Watt develops wind turbines made from recycled materials to produce clean, affordable energy. Our solution reduces waste and promotes the circular economy in communities with limited access to electricity. ## Climate Problem Wayra Watt addresses waste pollution and carbon emissions generated by conventional energy sources. It is important because it harnesses wind power to produce clean energy and promotes the circular economy through the use of recycled materials. ## Solution Wayra Watt transforms recycled materials into low-cost wind turbines. We collect waste to create wind turbines that provide clean electricity to energy-deprived households, reducing emissions through the circular economy. ## Revenue Model We will generate revenue by selling wind turbines made from recycled materials and through partnerships with organizations focused on renewable energy and the circular economy. ## Target Market Our target market includes communities and areas with wind energy potential and limited access to electricity, as well as organizations and projects interested in renewable energy, sustainability, and the circular economy. ## Social Impact Indigenous Peoples, People Living in Extreme Poverty ## Demand Evidence Demand exists due to growing interest in renewable energy and sustainable solutions in areas with limited access to electricity. In addition, the increase in recyclable waste is driving alternatives based on the circular economy. ## Competitors At present, we do not identify any direct competitors in our region, as there are no other offerings focused on low-cost wind turbines made from recycled materials and designed for communities with limited access to energy. ## Founder Expertise I bring expertise in environmental engineering, sustainability, and renewable energy, with a focus on transforming recycled materials into innovative clean energy solutions that have a positive environmental and social impact. ## External Support Wayra Watt received support and recognition through the Impulso Joven program run by UNESCO, Nestlé, and Socialab, gaining access to mentorship and validation to strengthen the startup’s development. --- *Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 10036* *Ingested: 2026-05-25* # WindLever · Clean Energy # WindLever **Country:** Peru · Lima **Category:** Clean Energy **Impact Areas:** Mitigation **Stage:** Prototype **Team Size:** 3 **Website:** — --- ## Elevator Pitch WindLever is a bladeless micro-wind generator that converts wind-induced vibrations into electricity. Its quiet, low-cost design provides clean micro-power for sensors, LED lighting, and low-power devices in off-grid or hard-to-access areas. ## Climate Problem Wireless sensors in remote monitoring systems often rely on batteries that are costly to replace, create waste and limit long-term operation. Clean autonomous micro-power is needed to keep them running. ## Solution WindLever converts airflow-induced vibrations into electricity through a bladeless electromagnetic design. It provides clean micro-power for sensors, LEDs and low-power devices, reducing battery dependence in remote monitoring. ## Revenue Model Venderemos unidades WindLever y kits piloto a proveedores de monitoreo IoT, minería, agricultura, infraestructura y proyectos de investigación, con ingresos por instalación, mantenimiento y soporte técnico. ## Target Market Organizations that deploy remote monitoring systems: IoT providers, mining and infrastructure operators, farms, research centres and environmental agencies needing clean micro-power for sensors. ## Social Impact Indigenous Peoples, People Living in Extreme Poverty ## Demand Evidence Demand is supported by the growth of wireless sensor networks and IoT monitoring, where batteries are costly to replace and polluting. WindLever also received early validation from PUCP’s Environmental Innovation Challenge 2025. ## Competitors Indirect competitors are disposable batteries, small solar kits, micro-wind turbines and academic FIV harvesters. Locally, I have not identified a direct bladeless WindLever competitor yet. ## Founder Expertise I am an electrical engineer with knowledge in wind energy, particle image velocimetry to analyse vortex behaviour, and electrical generation using motors/generators. I also bring hands-on experience in electromagnetic prototyping. ## External Support WindLever has received academic and technical guidance for prototype development, but has not yet received commercial investment or external funding. The next step is field validation with partners. --- *Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 8087* *Ingested: 2026-05-25* # YakuSmart · Food & Agriculture # YakuSmart **Country:** Peru · Lima **Category:** Food & Agriculture **Impact Areas:** Adaptation **Stage:** Launched **Team Size:** 4 **Website:** https://yakusmart.io --- ## Elevator Pitch YakuSmart uses AI to optimize irrigation in agriculture. By integrating soil, weather, and satellite data, we help farms reduce water waste and improve yields, tackling water scarcity in climate-vulnerable regions. ## Climate Problem Climate change is driving water scarcity and unpredictable rainfall, making irrigation inefficient and unreliable. Agriculture uses ~70% of freshwater, and poor irrigation worsens water depletion, threatening food production and farmer resilience. ## Solution YakuSmart delivers AI-powered irrigation decisions through a WhatsApp assistant. By combining agronomic knowledge with real-time data from soil sensors, weather, and satellites, we guide farmers on when and how much to irrigate, improving efficiency. ## Revenue Model We generate revenue through a SaaS model, charging farms per hectare per year. This includes access to our AI irrigation recommendations, WhatsApp assistant, and sensor deployment, enabling scalable and recurring revenue as farms expand usage. ## Target Market Our target market is mid and large agro-export farms growing high-value crops (e.g. grapes, avocados, blueberries). We start in Latin America (Peru, Chile) and expand globally to regions facing water scarcity and intensive irrigated agriculture. ## Social Impact Indigenous Peoples ## Demand Evidence We have 9 paying pilot projects with agro-export farms covering over 100 hectares. Farmers actively use our recommendations, achieving up to 20% water savings, validating strong demand and clear value. ## Competitors Competitors include SupPlant, Instacrops, and Agurotech. Unlike them, we deliver more representative, soil-calibrated data and actionable irrigation decisions through a WhatsApp AI assistant embedded in farmers’ daily workflows ## Founder Expertise Our team combines AI, IoT, and commercial expertise. The founder is an AI researcher at Oxford with experience building and deploying ML systems; the team includes in-house hardware development and deep experience working with agro-export farms. ## External Support We are part of LIFT (Lucha Impact Founder Training), receiving mentorship and business support. We also raised $30K from an angel investor to develop and validate our solution through early pilots. --- *Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 7233* *Ingested: 2026-05-25* # andean biofactorie · Food & Agriculture # andean biofactorie **Country:** Peru · LIMA **Category:** Food & Agriculture **Impact Areas:** Adaptation, Circular Economy **Stage:** Sketches **Team Size:** 3 **Website:** — --- ## Elevator Pitch Andean BioFactories builds autonomous, solar-powered modules that use inka underground engineering and IoT to grow nutrient dense food in extreme climates. We eliminate fragile supply chains, providing food security with a net zero carbon footprint. ## Climate Problem We tackle food insecurity in regions where extreme frost and fragile supply chains fail. By decentralizing production, we secure nutrition for isolated areas, cutting 90% of water use and eliminating high-carbon transport emissions from the coast. ## Solution We offer autonomous hypogeum biofactories. Using underground thermal insulation and solar-powered IoT, we maintain stable crops in extreme cold, enabling local, net-zero food production in Zero Ag zones where traditional farming is impossible. ## Revenue Model B2B/B2G sales of modular units to mines (ESG) and Govs. Revenue includes hardware, SaaS monitoring fees, and a circular barter system: we exchange tech for local crops to process/resell, ensuring liquidity and market access for remote communities. ## Target Market Target: Remote mines & regional gov in Peru. TAM: $150M (Local mining). SAM: $15M (Social budgets for 15 high-altitude mines). SOM: $600k (15 pilot units in Year 1). We save $12k/year per site in food transport & waste. ## Social Impact Indigenous Peoples, Refugees - Asylum-seekers and Internally Displaced People, People Living in Extreme Poverty, Women ## Demand Evidence Mines like Antamina face 40% cost surcharges and ESG mandates to cut malnutrition. We fulfill these goals by saving 30% in frost waste and 90% water, turning social liabilities into sustainable, low-OPEX assets with high local demand. ## Competitors Key competitors include Andean Superfood and Andean Foods. In biotech, AS Laboratorios , NeoBiotec , and Agromillora are leaders. Other local actors are Biotecnova and the Camposol biofactory. ## Founder Expertise Our multidisciplinary team combines high-tech with biology: David (MSc Data Science) leads predictive modeling; Andre matos (Mechatronics) designs the autonomous IoT hardware; and Ana sandoval (Agronomics) optimizes crop protocols for extreme environments ## External Support The project is backed by academic R&D through my University Thesis (PUCP), providing a validated technical framework in Mechatronics and Data Science. This includes lab-tested prototypes and peer-reviewed thermal modeling. --- *Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 10040* *Ingested: 2026-05-25* # aulas abiertas · Food & Agriculture # aulas abiertas **Country:** Peru · Punchana **Category:** Food & Agriculture **Impact Areas:** Adaptation, Nature-Based **Stage:** Sketches **Team Size:** 5 **Website:** https://fundacionipsa.pe --- ## Elevator Pitch Uso del conocimiento local para la gestion del riesgo la inundacion ## Climate Problem Afectacion de poblacion rural por riesgo de inundaciones por desborde de los rios en la amazonia baja ## Solution Gestion del riesgo de inundacion de los rios con la puesta en valor del conocimiento ancestral en una comunidad eductiva mediante la implementacion de proyecto escolar que vincula con distintas competencias educativas, en aulas abiertas ## Revenue Model Etapa Piloto inicial finanaciada por ONGs, Etapa de validacion del Piloto Ofreciendo a la cooperacion, etapa de replicabilidad al Gobiernos (UGEL; GL, GR y GN) y proyecto acabado a empresas con resposabilidad social ## Target Market Estudiantes de 1ro secudaria ## Social Impact Indigenous Peoples, People Living in Extreme Poverty ## Demand Evidence Si, escaso proyectos de aprendizaje en las instituciones educativas ## Competitors Ninguno ## Founder Expertise Coordinador de proyectos, especialista en articular saber ancestral y conocimiento cientifico y proyectos de multiactores y multiniveles ## External Support Ninguno --- *Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 8104* *Ingested: 2026-05-25* # ecoefelita · Efficiency # ecoefelita **Country:** Peru · Piura **Category:** Efficiency **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy, Nature-Based **Stage:** Prototype **Team Size:** 5 **Website:** — --- ## Elevator Pitch Economía Ambiente Comodidad ## Climate Problem Energías limpias, es importante porque beneficia tanto económicamente, como para nuestra salud. ## Solution Energías limpias, para un ambiente saludable, evitando lo tradicional, ya que muchas veces fallan por semanas, afectando a los ciudadanos, además con este nuevo sistema, habría más demanda laboral. ## Revenue Model Mediante convenios con empresas interesadas al cambio positivo en la salud humana y ambiental. ## Target Market Profecionales, empresarios, ciudadanos de alto rango. ## Social Impact Roma - Sinti and Travelers, Persons Belonging to National or Ethnic - Religious and Linguistic Minorities, Refugees - Asylum-seekers and Internally Displaced People, People Living in Extreme Poverty, Women ## Demand Evidence Porque aquellas personas son cociente que es lo mejor tanto como para su presupuesto y colaborar con el medio ambiente. ## Competitors No. ## Founder Expertise Tenemos experiencia por las diversas carreras que estamos estudiando, además de tener conocimiento en lo más destacado para nuestro proyecto. Aún así seguimos aprendiendo. ## External Support He recibido apoyo sistemático, económico, y lo más importante lealtad,etc. --- *Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 9564* *Ingested: 2026-05-25* # more kind nature · Clean Industry # more kind nature **Country:** Peru · Lima **Category:** Clean Industry **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy **Stage:** Prototype **Team Size:** 3 **Website:** https://www.instagram.com/mkn.pe?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw== --- ## Elevator Pitch A sustainable fashion brand (slow fashion) that seeks to restore the value of clothing and promote responsible consumption through personalization and garments made from recycled materials. Inspired by the ocean and surf style. ## Climate Problem My project addresses textile waste and unsustainable fashion production by promoting more conscious manufacturing and consumption. In Peru, the textile industry has huge potential, but sustainable production systems are still underdeveloped, making clima ## Solution We are building a sustainable fashion brand that transforms discarded materials into personalized products through ethical local production in Peru, reducing textile waste and promoting responsible consumption through lasting design. ## Revenue Model We generate revenue through personalized, limited-edition fashion made from repurposed materials. By creating unique, long-lasting pieces through slow production, we increase product value, encourage conscious consumption, and support premium pricing. ## Target Market Our target audience is high-income, environmentally conscious consumers in Lima and global lifestyle destinations who value sustainability, travel, nature, and adventure sports. They seek unique, long-lasting products that reflect their identity and value ## Social Impact Indigenous Peoples, People Living in Extreme Poverty ## Demand Evidence There is a growing niche of high-income consumers linked to travel, nature, and adventure sports who already purchase high-end international lifestyle brands but no brand that produces clothes using the very equipment used in the sport recycled. ## Competitors International premium sport fashion brands targeting consumers connected to travel, outdoor culture and adventure sports. There are few local brands in this niche, but none combining sustainability, recycling, personalization, and premium design. ## Founder Expertise As a creative director I bring experience in advertising, branding, and storytelling to shape the project’s identity and positioning. I have lead brands for years but now I work with skilled local makers combining creativity with technical expertise. ## External Support Brand collaborations --- *Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 9402* *Ingested: 2026-05-25* # qumir sunqu · Food & Agriculture # qumir sunqu **Country:** Peru · Lima **Category:** Food & Agriculture **Impact Areas:** Mitigation, Adaptation, Nature-Based **Stage:** Launched **Team Size:** 2 **Website:** https://www.instagram.com/qumirsunqu/ --- ## Elevator Pitch Qumir Sunqu is a Peruvian environmental education and sustainability startup that designs hands-on experiences, botanical workshops, and eco-educational activities for children, adults, and businesses. Through creative and practical methodologies ## Climate Problem Qumir Sunqu combats environmental disengagement and the lack of climate education through sustainable workshops and eco-educational experiences that promote responsible habits, well-being, and climate action in communities and businesses. ## Solution Qumir Sunqu offers workshops, botanical experiences, and sustainable activities that provide practical and creative education on environmental stewardship, responsible consumption, and connecting with nature to drive real behavioral change. ## Revenue Model We generate revenue through environmental workshops, sustainable experiences, corporate events, educational programs, eco-educational events, and partnerships with brands and institutions committed to sustainability and social impact. ## Target Market Companies, municipalities, schools, organizations, and individuals interested in sustainability, well-being, and environmental education—particularly in Lima and urban communities seeking eco-educational experiences with social and climate impact. ## Social Impact Indigenous Peoples, Migrants, People Living in Extreme Poverty, Women ## Demand Evidence The growing demand for sustainable initiatives, environmental workshops, and ESG programs among companies and institutions, combined with our experience conducting workshops and projects with organizations and communities, underscores the market’s need for such offerings. ## Competitors There are eco-friendly workshops and sustainable ventures in Lima, but Qumir Sunqu stands out for integrating environmental education, well-being, creative experiences, and climate action with a community-focused approach and social impact. ## Founder Expertise I am an agronomist, environmental educator, and 2024 climate leader. I have experience in sustainable projects, botanical workshops, and urban agriculture, and I work with businesses, NGOs, and vulnerable communities. ## External Support Qumir Sunqu has participated in sustainability and climate leadership programs such as “Lima, Women for Climate,” and has also collaborated with organizations such as the IOM and KFHI on community environmental and educational projects. --- *Source: ClimateLaunchpad 2026 Application · App ID: 9563* *Ingested: 2026-05-25* # CLP21 — Historical (62 ideas) Historical CLP21 ClimateLaunchpad applications # Textiananas · Clean Industry # Textiananas **Country:** Colombia · Bogotá **Category:** Clean Industry **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy **Stage:** Prototype --- ## Elevator Pitch Creation of textiles from vegetable fibers which come from the leaves of pineapple and banana crops, leaves that are classified as residues at the end of the fruit harvest. In addition, the coloring of textiles with natural pigments. With these residues, not only the creation of a product (fabrics) is sought, but also the mitigation of the damage caused by the textile industry such as agriculture. ## Climate Problem global problems generated by the agricultural industry that generates CO2 emissions and the textile industry with high water consumption, high consumption of chemical reagents, CO2 emissions and the generation of waste, which are generated throughout the production process. The customer who would pay for this product are all clothing manufacturers that are committed to caring for the environment and want to provide sustainable alternatives to their customers. ## Founder Daniela Castillo # Redes Vegetales · Cleantech # Redes Vegetales **Country:** Colombia **Category:** **Stage:** Ideation --- ## Elevator Pitch Natural moss air filters made for catch particulated matter 2,5 and 10 from the polluted air, to be used in interiors, residences, offices and streets ## Founder Natalia Vélez Ardila # BeSustainable · Cleantech # BeSustainable **Country:** Colombia **Category:** **Stage:** Ideation --- ## Elevator Pitch Camisetas que con la fricción del cuerpo y la tela al hacer ejercicio cargan una bateria portátil. ## Founder Valentina Almeyda # Positive Energy SAS · Cleantech # Positive Energy SAS **Country:** Colombia **Category:** **Stage:** Ideation --- ## Elevator Pitch Our business idea is resumed in providing energy to unconnected areas, reduce costs from family owned homes to big enterprises by generating energy from the sun. ## Founder Sebastian Aparicio # TECNOLOGIA AMBIENTAL NOW SAS · Cleantech # TECNOLOGIA AMBIENTAL NOW SAS **Country:** Colombia **Category:** **Stage:** Ideation --- ## Elevator Pitch Con biomasa proteger el agua , reemplazamos la turba y atendemos derrames de petróleo con mejor eficiencia que la técnica Lineal empleada por la industria petrolera; aplicando nano tecnología y Encomia circular. ## Founder CARLOS FELIPE FORERO MONSALVE # Bio Talega · Cleantech # Bio Talega **Country:** Colombia **Category:** **Stage:** Ideation --- ## Elevator Pitch Reduce the carbon footprint and its effect on climate change by replacing plastic with biodegradable and compostable materials, which regenerate and give life in a circular economy. Our idea is summarized in products similar to plastic to the eye and to the touch. ## Founder yeffer Guzman # Ecotienda "El Trueque" · Cleantech # Ecotienda "El Trueque" **Country:** Colombia **Category:** **Stage:** Ideation --- ## Elevator Pitch Brindamos la comercialización de bienes y servicios medioambientales, ecológicos, orgánicos y artesanales a la comunidad, estableciendo caminos para nutrir el cuerpo, el alma y conservar el medio ambiente. ## Founder Ian Alexander Almario Ramírez # RC Screen · Cleantech # RC Screen **Country:** Colombia **Category:** **Stage:** Ideation --- ## Elevator Pitch Convertimos residuos en recursos. Aprovechamos desde las aguas residuales, lodos, residuos y biosólidos industriales o domésticos, orgánicos y/o inorgánicos. Los transformamos en materia prima para hacer productos industriales. ## Founder Carlos Julio García # STARD INGENIERIA Y DISEÑO · Cleantech # STARD INGENIERIA Y DISEÑO **Country:** Colombia **Category:** **Stage:** Ideation --- ## Elevator Pitch Tratamiento de aguas residuales domésticas, plantas de tratamiento de aguas residuales para descontaminar el agua fuente de vida. ## Founder Guillermo Garzón # ECONSTRUPAZ · Cleantech # ECONSTRUPAZ **Country:** Colombia **Category:** **Stage:** Ideation --- ## Elevator Pitch LA FUNDACION LIDERES EN CULTURA DE PAZ Y LA FUNDACION TECNICA CAMBRIDGE SON dos organizaciones ubicadas en la ciudad de ciénaga magdalena que buscan a través de este proyecto impactar la vida de los habitantes del municipio sevillano magdalena y pueblo viejo con sus respectivos corregimientos este es un municipio del departamento del Magdalena, Colombia. Fue erigido como municipio el 3 de mayo de 1929. Está asentado sobre la isla de Salamanca, delgada franja de tierra entre la Ciénaga Grande de ## Founder CARMEN ROVIRA BERNAL # Bio Planet Solution SAS · Cleantech # Bio Planet Solution SAS **Country:** Colombia **Category:** **Stage:** Ideation --- ## Elevator Pitch At Bio Planet, we have developed a bio-resin that, in our trials, has shown a perfect adaptation to the production process of single-use plastics. Our products are biodegradable and compostable, facilitating an industry's transition from a linear economic model to a circular model. ## Founder Luis Osorio # SIELECTRONIC · Cleantech # SIELECTRONIC **Country:** Colombia **Category:** **Stage:** Ideation --- ## Elevator Pitch Somos una empresa dedicada a la venta de productos y servicios para generación de energía solar en zonas urbanas y rurales ## Founder Nasly Marleth Guzman Beleño # Mundo Eco Soluciones · Cleantech # Mundo Eco Soluciones **Country:** Colombia **Category:** **Stage:** Ideation --- ## Elevator Pitch Somos un emprendimiento que presta servicios en asesorías ambientales y recolección de aceite de cocina usado a establecimientos comerciales, empresas y hogares, con el fin de disminuir la contaminación del agua, prevenir la contaminación atmosférica por polución y la recirculación del aceite Vehetal pirata. ## Founder Alejandra Moriones Grisales # Asociación promotora de turismo Aguas de María Tours · Cleantech # Asociación promotora de turismo Aguas de María Tours **Country:** Colombia **Category:** **Stage:** Ideation --- ## Elevator Pitch Turismo rural comunitario experiencial étnico sostenible. Uso de energías verdes y reciclaje como cadena terminada. Infraestructura y gastronomía agroecologica ## Founder SANDY PEREZ # Coreal-Q · Cleantech # Coreal-Q **Country:** Colombia **Category:** **Stage:** Ideation --- ## Elevator Pitch Recovery and treatment of PET bottles for the manufacture of filament used in 3D printing. PET recycling process to be converted into flakes, and used as raw material. manufacture of accessories and parts, useful in the areas of health, education and entertainment. ## Founder Sandra Chivara # Bioárea · Cleantech # Bioárea **Country:** Colombia **Category:** **Stage:** Ideation --- ## Elevator Pitch At Bioárea we design and carry out personalized construction projects, meeting the client's expectations, needs and budget, with architectural finishes and sustainable fixed furniture, developed from alternative materials and / or substitutes with components that allow durability and reuse. At Bioárea we promote the use of technically feasible construction methods, through PMI® Project Program standards, to assist our project managers in developing plans, assigning resources and tasks, monitorin ## Founder Edimer Velásquez # COBASEC, hechos con tus desechos para principiantes. · Cleantech # COBASEC, hechos con tus desechos para principiantes. **Country:** Colombia **Category:** **Stage:** Ideation --- ## Elevator Pitch Desaprender de lo que es realmente es aprovechamiento de los residuos que para muchos no son aprovechables , desde lo mas básico, los hogares llevado a los lugares de trabajo y migrado a los entornos de los trabajadores de la empresa COBASEC. ## Founder Ruben Dario Chipatecua # Best Planet · Cleantech # Best Planet **Country:** Colombia **Category:** **Stage:** Ideation --- ## Elevator Pitch We are a company that does science and technology. Currently through the discoveries that we obtained from our patent we are producing Ügua, a Colombian technical-scientific development that includes bioelements and trace elements within a stable substance available to everyone: water. With this initiative, and our machine Vik-Sha, we are committed to covering the objectives of the sustainable development agenda: health and well-being and clean water and sanitation. ## Founder Tatiana Leon # ISTMO Colombia Empresarial · Cleantech # ISTMO Colombia Empresarial **Country:** Colombia **Category:** **Stage:** Ideation --- ## Elevator Pitch Localized center of operations for commercial, entrepreneurial and emerging business development with endogenous potential. ## Founder Juan Carlos Ospina Hernandez # Abonos de colombia · Cleantech # Abonos de colombia **Country:** Colombia **Category:** **Stage:** Ideation --- ## Elevator Pitch aprovechamiento de residuos Solidos Orgánicos de la plantas plantas de sacrifico animal para elaborar un abono de compost de volteo ## Founder Edson Rosero Hernandez # BANCO MUNDIAL DE RECICLAJE · Cleantech # BANCO MUNDIAL DE RECICLAJE **Country:** Colombia **Category:** **Stage:** Ideation --- ## Elevator Pitch CREAMOS PROGRAMAS DE RECICICLAJE EN CUIDADES ESPECIALMENTE PLASTICO PARA CREAR PRODUCTOS CON ESTE PRODUCTO, CON EL PRODUCTO FINAL SE BUSCA REDUCIR EL USO DE MATERIAS PRIMAS VIRGENES, ADICIONAL QUEREMOS HACER FABRICAS DE OXIGENO EN ZONAS ESPECIALES ## Founder SHANTIAGO ALVARADO PADILLA # Fundacion ecoamazonico · Cleantech # Fundacion ecoamazonico **Country:** Colombia **Category:** **Stage:** Ideation --- ## Elevator Pitch Minimizar impactos ambientales a través de los residuos orgánicos y a la transformación de abono orgánico. Lombricompost. Huertas orgánicas. ## Founder Ruby Guerrero Marin # 90 · Cleantech # 90 **Country:** Colombia **Category:** **Stage:** Ideation --- # ADCEMENT · Clean Industry # ADCEMENT **Country:** México · Saltillo **Category:** Clean Industry **Impact Areas:** Adaptation **Stage:** Prototype --- ## Elevator Pitch ADCEMENT es una alternativa al cemento convencional, que tiene como objetivo cubrir las necesidades del ser humano en construcción, con la finalidad de que, a través de sus propiedades y composición química, muestre mejor resistencia a la fractura y un mayor tiempo de vida por medio de su capacidad de autoreparación de fisuras. ## Climate Problem HEVADION esta enfocado en que el proyecto "ADCEMENT" sea de gran importancia en la vida cotidiana ya que el tiempo de vida de un cemento por medio de la autoreparación del mismo es nuestro principal objetivo, evitando así daños colaterales por desgaste en el material. Este producto va dirigido a toda la población con la finalidad de que el cemento no solo tenga un mayor tiempo de vida, sino que sea capaz de autorepararse. ## Founder Lluvia Alejandra Hernandez Cardona # Alfaston · Transportation # Alfaston **Country:** México · Saltillo **Category:** Transportation **Impact Areas:** Adaptation **Stage:** Ideation --- ## Elevator Pitch Asfalto con propiedades hidrofóbicas mejoradas, mediante el uso de polímeros reciclados, para la disminución de accidentes ante condiciones climáticas extremas. ## Climate Problem La problemática que resuelve nuestro proyecto es la disminución de accidentes automovilísticos generado por condiciones climáticas extremas. Nuestros clientes serian los servicios gubernamentales y constructoras. ## Founder Andrés Leonardo Barrios Martinez # ALTERCON SOLUTIONS · Clean Industry # ALTERCON SOLUTIONS **Country:** México · SAN LUIS POTOSI **Category:** Clean Industry **Impact Areas:** Adaptation **Stage:** Launched --- ## Elevator Pitch IT CONSISTS OF CREATION OF PANELS THAT CAN REPLACE CURRENT CONSTRUCTION SYSTEMS._x000D_ SAME THAT CONTAIN A LARGE AMOUNT OF PET MATERIAL AND CONSOLIDATED IN TWO TYPES OF CONTAINERS._x000D_ ITS DIRECT APPLICATION IS THE CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY. ## Climate Problem THE CREATION OF THIS PANEL SOLVES THE PROBLEM THAT IS HAVING WORLDWIDE WITH PET WASTE AND CONTAINERS, SINCE IT IS AN INTEGRAL PART OF THE SAME WITHOUT THE NEED EVEN TO BE CRUSHED, IT IS INTENDED TO THE ENTIRE CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY AND TO BE APPLIED ON WALLS EVERYTHING THAT INVOLVES A TRADITIONAL CONSTRUCTION. WE TAKE ADVANTAGE OF PET TO CREATE RESISTANT PANELS AND, ABOVE ALL, PRACTICAL TO PLACE._x000D_ THE GLOBAL PROBLEM IS NOT RESOLVED, THIS PRODUCT WILL GIVE THE GUIDELINE FOR IT TO BE APPLIED IN OTHER COUNTRIES DEPENDING ON THE NEED._x000D_ WHO WILL PAY IT? ALL THAT DEVELOPER OF HOUSING, BUILDINGS, SHOPPING SQUARES, IN LAST, ALL THOSE WHO ARE INVOLVED IN THE CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY, FURNITURE AND WITHOUT END OF APPLICATIONS. ## Founder MIGUEL ANGEL CHAVEZ ORTEGA # A-moX · Food & Agriculture # A-moX **Country:** México · CDMX **Category:** Food & Agriculture **Impact Areas:** Adaptation **Stage:** Ideation --- ## Elevator Pitch Sistema automatizado de monitoreo y control remoto para el cuidado de árboles de código abierto, en ciudades, permitiendo el ahorro de recursos, reducción de Gases de Efecto Invernadero y el efecto "Isla de calor". ## Climate Problem El 56 % de árboles urbanos mueren por falta de cuidados, el dispositivo permite cuidar de ellos, al mismo tiempo que el ahorro de recursos, tales como agua, nutrientes, energía y tiempo._x000D_ _x000D_ Por efecto de la tecnología y diseño aplicado, se facilita la gestión de recursos, cuidado de áreas verdes y el desarrollo de investigaciones, por lo que nuestros potenciales consumidores son organizaciones de investigación, instituciones gubernamentales, fraccionamientos y constructoras. ## Founder Andrés Cueto Estrada # Arquitectura, en bambú un estilo de vida sostenible · Air & Environment # Arquitectura, en bambú un estilo de vida sostenible **Country:** México · México **Category:** Air & Environment **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy **Stage:** Launched --- ## Elevator Pitch El bambú, una alternativa para la construcción y absorción de CO2 en la arquitectura,_x000D_ Promover el cultivo de bambú, la producción, transformación, la implementación del bambú en la arquitectura, se contribuye a mitigar el cambio climático ## Climate Problem A nivel internacional se tiene un problema de escases de agua, para el cumplimiento el ODS de la ONU en México se puede aplicar el bambú en la arquitectura._x000D_ _x000D_ Un punto para que sea tomado en cuenta a nivel internacional es que al ser una de las plantas de más rápido crecimiento es a su vez una de las plantas que más bióxido de carbono captura y que al convertirse el producto de esta planta en material de construcción estamos fijando ese bióxido de carbono por más de 60 años. (International-MOSO, 2013)_x000D_ _x000D_ Los clientes serian proyectos arquitectónicos para instituciones gubernamentales, e iniciativa privada ## Founder Cesar Ulises Flores Martínez # AURA · Air & Environment # AURA **Country:** México · Saltillo **Category:** Air & Environment **Impact Areas:** Adaptation **Stage:** Prototype --- ## Elevator Pitch Mini jabones de figuras hechos con aroma de café ## Climate Problem Mi proyecto va enfocado a la higiene personal con mini jabones, nosotros tenemos la idea de que se hagan con desechos de café y va dirigido a mujeres ## Founder Gilberto Alejandro Rangel Rodriguez # Balsamo Suloxicol · Clean Industry # Balsamo Suloxicol **Country:** México · Saltillo **Category:** Clean Industry **Impact Areas:** Adaptation **Stage:** Ideation --- ## Elevator Pitch bálsamo para prevenir y tratar heridas en la piel, contando con efecto analgésico para tratar personas que hayan sufrido heridas mediante actividades al aire libre, deportes de contacto a alta intensidad o accidentes domésticos o para poder prevenir las mismas mediante su aplicación. Teniendo de base 2 componentes escenciales( oxitetraciclina y sulfacetamida) apoyados con un porcentaje de colágeno y aceite de canela ## Climate Problem prevenir y tratar heridas en la piel, contando con efecto analgésico para tratar personas que hayan sufrido heridas mediante actividades al aire libre, deportes de contacto a alta intensidad o accidentes domésticos o para poder prevenir las mismas mediante su aplicación. ## Founder Victor Castañeda # BiOH Solutions · Air & Environment # BiOH Solutions **Country:** México · Ciudad de México **Category:** Air & Environment **Impact Areas:** Adaptation **Stage:** Prototype --- ## Elevator Pitch Aprovechamos los desechos orgánicos generados por mercados de la Ciudad de México y Área Metropolitana para generar Bioetanol. De esta forma, se reducen los índices de contaminación atmosférica y edáfica mientras se obtiene un producto de alto valor comercial con el mínimo costo de materia prima. ## Climate Problem El problema principal que se resolvería es la enorme cantidad de desechos que van directamente a vertederos, donde contaminan la atmósfera y suelo, además de constituir un foco de infección y plagas; afectando la calidad de vida de los habitantes de las zonas conurbadas. Por otra parte, en México no se produce el etanol suficiente para satisfacer la demanda nacional, por lo que suele importarse. Nosotros, contribuiríamos a satisfacer la creciente demanda de este producto, de una forma limpia y sustentable. El bioetanol producido espera venderse, principalmente, como insumo industrial. ## Founder Gabriela Selene García Mendoza # BIONATU · Air & Environment # BIONATU **Country:** México · Bahia de Banderas **Category:** Air & Environment **Impact Areas:** Adaptation **Stage:** Prototype --- ## Elevator Pitch A block made of corn waste which is less expensive and with a lower weight than a normal one. ## Climate Problem This block is thinked to help the communities with less expensive and eco friendly construction materials. _x000D_ The block can save the money of our customers because can be transported easily due their low weight and the fabrication technique does not need heat to produce the final block. ## Founder Miriam Gabriela Lopez Retis # CATPACK · Clean Industry # CATPACK **Country:** México · Saltillo **Category:** Clean Industry **Impact Areas:** Adaptation **Stage:** Prototype --- ## Elevator Pitch Mochila práctica para el uso cotidiano para estudiantes y profesionistas ajustada a las necesidades actuales. ## Climate Problem Una mochila que cuente con compartimientos especiales para transportar material de higiene personal que son obligatorios debido a la pandemia actual. Clientes son estudiantes y profesionistas. ## Founder JESÚS EMMANUEL PÉREZ RUÍZ # Clair · Air & Environment # Clair **Country:** México · Atlixco **Category:** Air & Environment **Impact Areas:** Mitigation **Stage:** Ideation **Website:** https://www.linkedin.com/company/proyecto-clair/ --- ## Elevator Pitch Compact Direct Air Capture system based on microalgae designed for vehicle fleets. This system will offset transportation emissions by absorbing GHG and transforming them into pure oxygen. Our device will be installed on the roofs of trucks and busses, and will use the airflow generated during their trips to power the device, and enhance absorption. ## Climate Problem Transportation represents approximately 15% of the global total Co2 emissions, being one of the most carbon-intensive sectors and one of the fastest-growing emissions sources, according to the World Resources Institute (WRI). Besides, it is one of the most vital sectors internationally due to its role in value chains. However, in Mexico, it is one of the least relevant sectors talking about climate resilience. Current proposals focus on infrastructure, electric vehicles for specific groups, and measurements to regulate vehicle emissions, all of them without any significant result._x000D_ Many companies are currently suffering because of the bad conditions of the Mexican vehicle fleet, especially for heavy-road transportation. According to an interview we had with Marco Reyes Gutierrez, representing a leasing company in Mexico, trucks in this country pollute more than 600 times than those in the European Union. This represents a heavy financial burden for those consumer staples companie ## Founder David Corzo Sánchez # colnube · Clean Industry # colnube **Country:** México · Saltillo **Category:** Clean Industry **Impact Areas:** Adaptation **Stage:** Ideation --- ## Elevator Pitch Colchón ergonómico que cuenta con dos ranuras en la parte superior de 10cm de profundidad, con una separación de 20cm entre cada una. Este proyecto pretende mejorar la calidad de vida dando al consumidor otro tipo de colchón de buena calidad y reducir el impacto ambiental que tiene este sector. ## Climate Problem El colchón ergonómico, va dirigido principalmente a personas que sufren enfermedades que por necesidad deben permanecer en cama, mencionando también que la mala postura es considerada una enfermedad. El colchón ergonómico dará a la persona una postura correcta al dormir creando un impacto ergonómico y en el sector salud, que ayudara al paciente a mejorarse de una manera más rápida. Al sector que va dirigido es hacia camas de hospital o para personas que sufren una enfermedad y necesitan un buen colchón. ## Founder Fernando Martínez Heranandez # Conserving Water · Water # Conserving Water **Country:** México · Ciudad Guzmán **Category:** Water **Impact Areas:** Adaptation **Stage:** Prototype --- ## Elevator Pitch Estamos trabajando en un producto destinado al cuidado del agua el cuál consiste en un detector de fugas de agua inteligente para implementar en los hogares. ## Climate Problem El problema que resuelve nuestro producto es el desperdicio del agua, ya que muchas veces por un descuido o una fuga se desperdician varios litros de agua y el agua cada vez es más escaza. Para resolver el problema ofreceremos un detector de fugas creado especialmente para su uso en las viviendas y nuestros clientes serán personas personas en general que cuenten con acceso a internet y electricidad ya que el producto necesita eso para funcionar. ## Founder Daniel Sánchez Jiménez # Cosecha de agua atmosférica para producción agro-alimentaria sustentable · Food & Agriculture # Cosecha de agua atmosférica para producción agro-alimentaria sustentable **Country:** México · Ciudad de México **Category:** Food & Agriculture **Impact Areas:** Nature-Based, Mitigation **Stage:** Prototype --- ## Elevator Pitch Brindar una solución paliativa de producción agro-alimentaria a las comunidades agrícolas marginales de regiones áridas, utilizando sistemas de captación de agua del aire, acoplados a prototipos de producción agrícola sostenible, para contribuir a la seguridad alimentaria de pequeños y medianos productores. _x000D_ Diseñar y construir dos prototipos de sistema de captación de agua del aire en base a adsorbentes, capaces de capturar agua en ambientes con humedades relativas inferiores al 20%. Uno ## Climate Problem Problemática: Mediante la combinación sinérgica de sistemas de captación de agua del aire, un sistema de producción agroalimentaria y/o composta, un diplomado, cursos cortos de capacitación y un modelo de inmersión participativa con la comunidad de incidencia; es posible mejorar la seguridad alimentaria de comunidades marginales de zonas áridas, que utilizan siembra de temporal. Nuestro cliente es la gente de la comunidad, quienes serían capacitados para la asimilación e implementación de nuestra tecnología. ## Founder ROCIO GUDALUPE DE LA TORRE SANCHEZ # COVAX · Clean Industry # COVAX **Country:** México · Mexico **Category:** Clean Industry **Impact Areas:** Adaptation **Stage:** Ideation --- ## Elevator Pitch Creation of polymers made with natural elements ## Climate Problem The problem we are solving is to reduce the use of polluting plastics, our buyers are all those who get to use from a plastic cup to a bag, we try to solve the environmental pollution by these polymers, we hope to be a market with international customers from middle to high class. ## Founder Ximena Núñez # CUADRIRULE · Clean Industry # CUADRIRULE **Country:** México · Saltillo **Category:** Clean Industry **Impact Areas:** Adaptation **Stage:** Prototype --- ## Elevator Pitch La regla dura años, evitando que miles de pedazos de las reglas comunes queden en la basura ## Climate Problem Ayuda a los niños a crear sus propios márgenes en los cuadernos ## Founder Dulce Jatziri Limón Bravo # Desk to GO · Clean Industry # Desk to GO **Country:** México · Saltillo **Category:** Clean Industry **Impact Areas:** Adaptation **Stage:** Ideation --- ## Elevator Pitch Escritorio portátil hecho con material biodegradable (madera) ## Climate Problem Desk to go esta diseñado para adaptarse a cualquier espacio de estudio trabajo la innovación con la que cuenta es que es portátil, se comparta a el tamaño de un portafolio para ser fácil de transportar. Esto beneficia a trabajadores y estudiantes que imparten sus actividades de forma remota y lo podrán hacer en cualquier sitio en el que estén (aeropuerto, parque,centro comercial, casa, etc.) ## Founder Ana Victoria Romero Favela # Ec0nomy · Air & Environment # Ec0nomy **Country:** México · Mexico City **Category:** Air & Environment **Stage:** Launched **Website:** https://ec0nomy.com --- ## Elevator Pitch Ec0nomy is an online marketplace that eliminates the time, money and difficulty that previously stopped environmentally-conscious, yet busy people, from adopting a sustainable lifestyle by delivering groceries from responsible local stores and producers in reusable packaging, and we take away their recyclable waste and empty containers from last week, all in a single trip. _x000D_ _x000D_ We turn their garbage into trees by using the funds acquired through their recyclable waste to finance refor ## Climate Problem We have 6 years to revert climate change, and the market itself knows it. "Sustainability-marketed products grew 7.1x faster than products not marketed as sustainable and delivered 54.7% of CPG market growth from 2015-2019" (CSB Sustainable Market Share Index™). However, this is not enough. Given that living sustainably and in a zero-waste manner demands a significant amount of more time, effort and can be over 39.5% more expensive than conventional groceries and products, it is only accessible for a small niche of privileged market segment, which its members have even come to be known as "eco-fascists". However, from the 16.1% of market share that sustainable products have to the 77% of individuals that want to learn how to live more sustainably, but don't know how to, there exists a gap of around 60% of the market composed by those not included in that tiny privileged segment that is not yet being fulfilled. These are the individuals that want to reduce their carbon and material foot ## Founder Fernando Gutiérrez Luna # Ecoaeroestructuras · Clean Industry # Ecoaeroestructuras **Country:** México · Querétaro, México **Category:** Clean Industry **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy **Stage:** Prototype **Website:** https://ecoaeroestructurasmx.com/ --- ## Elevator Pitch We want to sell a recycled RPET Filament to scale to aeronautical and automotive industry to help the industry be cleaner ## Climate Problem We present the opportunity to develop businesses by incorporate plastic waste into the value chain, because in Mexico 340 thousand tons of plastic waste are recycled per year, representing a recycling rate of 30%, we want to improve this numbers with an innovative business model. _x000D_ The initial costumer is the Maker's segments, they will be creative while taking care of the planet. ## Founder Daniel Montes # Enerdaz · Clean Energy # Enerdaz **Country:** México · Juchitan oaxaca **Category:** Clean Energy **Impact Areas:** Mitigation **Stage:** Ideation --- ## Elevator Pitch Rural homes communities solar/wind energy systems & satellite wifi ## Climate Problem Gubernamentales goals is to all the country can get access to Internet, there are many rural places without connection, this way we can provide good quality internet connection using VPN to protect privacy across the all country with a basic hybrid renewable system at home. ## Founder Leyder Ordaz # Gel antibacterial: Kaizen · Air & Environment # Gel antibacterial: Kaizen **Country:** México · Saltillo **Category:** Air & Environment **Impact Areas:** Adaptation **Stage:** Prototype --- ## Elevator Pitch Es un gel antibacterial que además tiene un olor agradable y variedad de colores ## Climate Problem Cuando estés en un lugar donde no es posible lavar tus manos con agua y jabón, la mejor alternativa es usar gel antibacterial. Es un producto destinado a todo público. ## Founder Ramiro Gabriel Marines Hernández # Green and safe travel. · Transportation # Green and safe travel. **Country:** México · Ixtapaluca, State of Mexico **Category:** Transportation **Stage:** Ideation --- ## Elevator Pitch Remplazo de taxis que generan emisiones de carbono en la zona metropolina del valle de México, por coches eléctricos de preferencia que se manejen solos para la seguridad del usuario. ## Climate Problem Reduction of greenhouse gas emissions in the metropolitan area of ​​the Valley of Mexico caused by the daily movement of a dense population, as well as that of electric cars, the insecurity of users is fought and accidents due to human errors are avoided._x000D_ Therefore, a solution is given to improve air quality in the city and provide security, the customers would be the users who will pay for the transport service. ## Founder Norma Itzel Guzmán Damián # Green soul · Efficiency # Green soul **Country:** México · Mexico **Category:** Efficiency **Impact Areas:** Adaptation **Stage:** Ideation --- ## Elevator Pitch Private house or company sustainable plannning and execution (Green and blue infrastructure, installation of solar paneles, waste management, sustainable use of resources courses, etc) ## Climate Problem Climate mitigation and climate change adaptation ## Founder Alejandra Zelada # Huxtal hidrocultivo · Food & Agriculture # Huxtal hidrocultivo **Country:** México · Estado de México **Category:** Food & Agriculture **Impact Areas:** Nature-Based, Mitigation **Stage:** Ideation --- ## Elevator Pitch Te idea is create a system where you can cultivate vegetables using water, and at the same time you can raise fishes for consumption. The fishes help also as fertilizer the vegetables. ## Climate Problem Society in Mexico has grown rapidly, so growing spaces are running out and the demand for food continues to grow. Our clients would be those customers who like to have plants, grow their own vegetables for eat healthier and have enough space to have them. ## Founder Ximena Zuñiga Carranza # kafen · Air & Environment # kafen **Country:** México · Puebla **Category:** Air & Environment **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy **Stage:** Prototype --- ## Elevator Pitch Repelent made from extracts. Our product is eco-friendly and uses the residues as raw material ## Climate Problem Every year, livestock sector loses $172000 MXN because of insects plagues that make the cows ill affecting milk and meat production and the actions currently applied are based on products with chemicals that bring new problems such as soil infertility and water polution. In the other hand, dengue and chikungunya represent a major problem nowadays in Mexico and it is important to create solutions taking in mind the importance of preserving the environments. The product just requires little ajustments to have two final products that can be sold to breeders and also to people that wants to repel viral vectors. ## Founder Rebeca Alvarez # K-Moots (previously inventaárbol) · Food & Agriculture # K-Moots (previously inventaárbol) **Country:** México · Tehuacán **Category:** Food & Agriculture **Impact Areas:** Adaptation **Stage:** Prototype --- ## Elevator Pitch Kmoots offers service of inventory, monitoring and maintenance of the urban woodland, where the location, phytosanitary status and its problems (if any) of the trees are recorded in a digital map, in such a way that, if necessary, the removal, pruning or replacement of native trees can be carried out, improving the quality and quality of the trees within the cities. ## Climate Problem Our proposal addresses several socio-environmental problems directly and indirectly, but we highlight the solution we provide to the problem of the increase of up to 10°C in the temperature of cities, caused by the heat island effect, which in turn is a consequence of the loss of trees, reduction of green areas and change of land use. This is reflected in a decrease in the quality of life and health of people living in urban areas._x000D_ Our potential clients are both in the public and private sector, for the first case would be approaching decision makers or those in charge of environmental issues of municipalities, delegations or their equivalent, helping them to meet their environmental objectives. And for the second, offering companies with socio-environmental responsibility a way to meet their goals, without leaving aside smaller scale options that are within the aforementioned sectors. ## Founder Alejandro Cid Ortiz # La casa del migrante · Clean Industry # La casa del migrante **Country:** México · Saltillo **Category:** Clean Industry **Impact Areas:** Nature-Based, Mitigation **Stage:** Prototype --- ## Elevator Pitch Un vino de Jamaica innovador, con un sabor distinto que sea conocido ya que existen pocos o pocas formas fáciles de conseguirlo ## Climate Problem Se requiere un evento con mas de 100 personas de distintas edades mayores de edad para hacer un brindis hay que buscar una bebida alternativa a la sidra para innovar y no la champagne por su costo por lo cual se opta por una bebida rica en sabor que puede ser un 70% más agradable para la mayoría de las personas es donde entra el vino de Jamaica ## Founder Rosa Delia Gallegos # Nanogelito · Air & Environment # Nanogelito **Country:** México · Saltillo **Category:** Air & Environment **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy **Stage:** Ideation --- ## Elevator Pitch Se utiliza la quitina que se obtiene de desechos crustáceos, al momento de procesar la quitina esta se convierte en quitosano. El producto se enfoca en la regeneración epidérmica y la pronta cicatrizacion al momento de presentar alguna herida superficial. ## Climate Problem Es una película que se adhiere a la piel evitando el uso de parches para heridas y este esta dirigido para todo publico ## Founder Daniela Sarahí Atayde Aguilar # Natoure · Air & Environment # Natoure **Country:** México · Mexico City **Category:** Air & Environment **Impact Areas:** Adaptation **Stage:** Launched **Website:** https://www.natoure.org --- ## Elevator Pitch In Natoure we fight against Climate Change through conserving nature, we are a community that promotes nature conservation, social inclusion and Latin American integration, Natoure is "healing nature while traveling". ## Climate Problem Nobody knows it but about ⅓ of Climate Change results from biodiversity loss. At the same time Latin America is the most biodiverse region, the most overexploited one and the second with more poverty. This is a reality for most of the countries, including Mexico as the 4th most biodiverse country worldwide._x000D_ _x000D_ On the other hand talking about tourism, Mexico is the 7th most visited, however occupies the 108th position of sustainable tourism. But, how come? basically tourism has 3 big troubles:_x000D_ _x000D_ 1. Lots of money but in few hands: 80% of tourist expenses go to foreign enterprises (ATA), and there is a lot of informality in tourism._x000D_ _x000D_ 2. Lots of travelers but in few places: 77% of travelers concentrate in 5 destinations generating uncontrolled environmental impacts (trash, water pollution, energy, imported food)_x000D_ _x000D_ 3. Lots of tourism but little participation of local initiatives , locals only receive 7% of what travelers really pay. ## Founder Rodolfo Salinas # NcT · Clean Industry # NcT **Country:** México · Saltillo **Category:** Clean Industry **Impact Areas:** Adaptation **Stage:** Prototype --- ## Elevator Pitch Rompevientos para ciclistas ## Climate Problem La incomodidad de los ciclistas al manejar; ciclistas profesionales. ## Founder Paulina María Llorens Roque # Oxitlina · Air & Environment # Oxitlina **Country:** México · Puebla **Category:** Air & Environment **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy **Stage:** Prototype --- ## Elevator Pitch OXITLINA es una crema corporal elaborada a base orgánica y natural. Ya que está elaborado con ingredientes que provienen de la naturaleza y de cultivos orgánicos. En el caso de la verdolaga (Portulaca oleracea) y cúrcuma (Cúrcuma longa)._x000D_ La verdolaga es una planta a la que no se le ha considerado de importancia , razón por la que tiene un bajo costo. a demás de ser un elemento de la naturaleza con facilidad de producción teniendo un alto impacto por las grandes cantidades que se desperdic ## Climate Problem Actualmente nos hemos percatado que existen cambios en el planeta, a causa de factores como: la quema de combustible, deforestación y el efecto invernadero. Por lo que estamos expuestos a cambios de temperatura y el aumento de los rayos UV debido a la degradación de la capa de ozono, y el órgano que recibe todas estas afectaciones es la piel. Al exponernos a estos contaminantes debilitamos nuestra barrera protectora y alteramos la piel causándole daño oxidativo, tapando los poros, y a su vez ocasionando signos de envejecimiento prematuro, produciendo sequedades cutáneas debido al aumento de radicales libres que disminuyen la producción de colágeno, elastina, y ácido hialurónico, las defensas antioxidantes de la piel (vitaminas C y E) e incluso provocar la aparición o aceleración de diferentes patologías de esta. El clima frío provoca que no llegue suficiente oxígeno ni nutrientes a la piel, dejándola con un aspecto apagado, seco y sensible. ## Founder Viridiana Cortez Díaz # PA CREAM · Clean Industry # PA CREAM **Country:** México · Saltillo **Category:** Clean Industry **Impact Areas:** Adaptation **Stage:** Ideation --- ## Elevator Pitch Nuestro proyecto quiere garantizar la cicatrización y humectación de los pacientes diabéticos ## Climate Problem Nuestro proyecto resuelve la cicatrización en pacientes diabéticos. Nuestra prioridad son los pacientes con esta enfermedad y asociarnos con clínicas después de obtener la patente ## Founder Abigail Monserrat Soto Nuncio # PIG-CHANGE: Agrofood circular system for low ecological impact swine farming / CIIAP Agropecuaria FC · Food & Agriculture # PIG-CHANGE: Agrofood circular system for low ecological impact swine farming / CIIAP Agropecuaria FC **Country:** México · Maquixco, Teotihuacán, Edo México **Category:** Food & Agriculture **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy **Stage:** Ideation --- ## Elevator Pitch An easy-to-use, modular and scalable system for circular agri-food production applied to swine farming._x000D_ A system based on four main technologies: bio-digesting, bio-conversion, hydroponics and wastewater treatment; that produces most of the organic feed that requires the pigs. _x000D_ Reduce the land typically required for food production, the soil pollution, and the wastewater in a pig farm; by recovering the nutrients and water from feces. ## Climate Problem Swine producers typically use corn, soybean, wheat, and other crop products to feed their animals. The land requirements to produce the food are over 100: 1 the space required for the farm itself. Most of the time, crop production is far away from the farm, therefore, the ecological footprint also includes transportation, warehousing, and feed transformation process._x000D_ Feces management in swine farming is also an important pollution problem. The feces are rich in copper, nitrogen, phosphorus, and zinc, even if we use them as nutrients for crop production, the excess of those minerals will contaminate water and soil._x000D_ The prices of crop products depend on future market expectations, offer and demand push the price up or down. The crop products used to feed pigs are the same used as food for other animals, including human, therefore, the market pressure will force the price up as the human population increases. _x000D_ We propose, the development of an easy-to-use system, that ## Founder Elias Chávez Delgadillo # PocketCast · Clean Industry # PocketCast **Country:** México · SALTILLO **Category:** Clean Industry **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy **Stage:** Ideation --- ## Elevator Pitch A mini homemade foundry. ## Climate Problem A foundry kit to start any kind of minibuisiness. Like an educative kit. ## Founder Miguel Briones # Rancho Copechi · Food & Agriculture # Rancho Copechi **Country:** México · Estado de Méxicp **Category:** Food & Agriculture **Impact Areas:** Adaptation **Stage:** Prototype **Website:** https://www.facebook.com/Copechi.mx --- ## Elevator Pitch We are working now on the natural christmas tree allways cultivated in flowerpot, aproximatly we have 4 thousands of trees, on process to be used like christmas tree alive_x000D_ _x000D_ This is for reforestation purposes after its use as a Christmas ornament plant in the users house_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ As they are always grown in pots, we guarantee their survival and less stress than when extracting them from the ground, it is a tree of good size that also guarantees its survival when being ## Climate Problem We solve the problem caused by the lack of reforestation and caring for the forests in Mexico. _x000D_ It is a project that we have already had for 9 years, due to the characteristics of the tree's cultivation we are about to start with our first batch of Christmas trees. _x000D_ During this time the tree has a favorable impact on the decrease of CO2 in the atmosphere, when the tree is reforested it will have an impact on the flora, fauna and water retention._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Our users are people interested in preserving a better environment for their families, people who year after year decorate their house with a Christmas tree; that will be alive in this particular case ## Founder Andrés Antonio Torres Sánchez # The Tláloc Project · Water # The Tláloc Project **Country:** México · México **Category:** Water **Impact Areas:** Adaptation **Stage:** Ideation --- ## Elevator Pitch I want to build many small or medium size water treatment plants across CDMX and Mexico State and in the same places I want to install many different dams that recolects treats and store the rain and collected water to mitigate the water problems we have and to make a good impact creating a clean place with fresh water near the communities and that we don't depend only of one water system for all the city. ## Climate Problem I want to solve the deficiency and lack of water in my city. Sometimes we have a dry period when we don't receive water and it's horrible, we can't take a shower longer than 2 minutes, we can't wash the dishes, the car or the house. The plants start to die and there's a lot of dust because the dry soil. _x000D_ _x000D_ With my solution the costumer would be the state (CONAGUA and Aguas de Huixquilucan) for example that needs to provide water to the houses. Private sectors like office buildings or particular houses whom they want to receive clean water and be sure they will get it. The local communities to maintain the parks and the plants in general. I think everybody is a potential client because clean water is becoming a luxury and it shouldn't be and if we have more it should cost less but still makes profit and will create a lot of new jobs. ## Founder Daniel Kuperstein # Triciclo de Carga Pies Ligeros · Transportation # Triciclo de Carga Pies Ligeros **Country:** México · Ciudad de Mexico **Category:** Transportation **Impact Areas:** Mitigation **Stage:** Prototype --- ## Elevator Pitch El Triciclo de Carga Pies Ligeros es un medio de transporte sustentable el cual cuenta con un innovador sistema de tracción el cual permite el traslado de mercancías pesadas aplicando un menor esfuerzo por parte del usuario ## Climate Problem Se esta resolviendo el tema de movilidad urbana en zonas rurales y marginadas del país, lo estarían pagando empresas dedicadas a la venta y distribución del ramo de Triciclos de Carga ## Founder Ernesto Cesar Bautista # TURI (Biodigestor) · Food & Agriculture # TURI (Biodigestor) **Country:** México · Saltillo **Category:** Food & Agriculture **Impact Areas:** Mitigation **Stage:** Ideation --- ## Elevator Pitch Biodigestor de uso fácil e incluso móvil, para uso domestico, el objetivo de este proyecto es usar el desecho orgánico de animales de granja como energía para alimentar una estufa, aquí lo que nos interesa es el proceso químico para eficientizar el gas producido por los desechos. ## Climate Problem En ejidos colindantes de la ciudad de Saltillo, Coahuila no tienen acceso inmediato al gas natural, por lo cual usan leña o carbón, pero a la larga es nocivo a la salud, en nuestro caso el ejido de Jagüey de Ferniza tiene estufas, pero no el gas y estábamos pensando en que este proyecto sea financiado por gobierno. ## Founder Braulio Mendoza Lumbreras # ZUEUS · Clean Energy # ZUEUS **Country:** México · Ciudad de México **Category:** Clean Energy **Impact Areas:** Mitigation **Stage:** Prototype --- ## Elevator Pitch El sistema consiste en un paquete modular de dos subsistemas capaz de generar energía en voltajes y frecuencias estándar (115-220v AC trifásica) en cualquier situación climática y ambiental, libre o interconectado a la red eléctrica tradicional o a cualquier fuente de energía eólica o solar en periodos de baja intensidad, pero con potencial de suministrar excedentes de energía a la red o almacenarla. No requiere instalaciones especiales y su alojamiento requiere de 0.5-1 m3 con ventilación natur ## Climate Problem El sistema Zeus produce energía sin necesidad de estar conectado a una fuente alterna es auto recargable y genera desde 5 a 8 Kw, que son los requeridos desde una casa habitación a un edificio de departamentos de 10 departamentos, debido al alto costo que es el consumo de energía sobre todo en climas muy cálidos este sistema es económico y con una duración de 20 años con sus respectivos mantenimientos, lo que ofrece a los hogares un ahorro del costo de energía del 100% ## Founder Irving Roberto Trauwitz # CLP22 — Historical (71 ideas) Historical CLP22 ClimateLaunchpad applications # ECOPLAS. Material amigable con el medio ambiente · Clean Industry # ECOPLAS. Material amigable con el medio ambiente **Country:** Colombia · San Juan del Cesar La Guajira **Category:** Clean Industry **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy **Stage:** Launched --- ## Elevator Pitch Nuestro emprendimiento consiste en la elaboración de bolsas elaboradas a partir del almidón extraído de la papa que se desecha en los cultivos, lo cual se le da valor a este subproducto y se reduce la contaminación generadas por las papas. ## Founder Sergio Andrés Gamez Duarte # CactisuPost · Air & Environment # CactisuPost **Country:** Colombia · San Juan del Cesar La Guajira. **Category:** Air & Environment **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy **Stage:** Launched --- ## Elevator Pitch Se pretende aprovechar la flora diversa de especias de cactus presentes en Colombia, para sembrarlas en sencillas y decorativas materas las cuales pueden ser ubicadas en cualquier lugar de las viviendas que sirvan para absorber las radiaciones productos de los equipos electrónicos, y teniendo en cuentas los saberes ancestrales de la Regio Caribe como atracción de malas energías que llegan a los hogares, así mismo como mecanismo para su reproducción y conservación de cada una de las especies. ## Founder Kevin Andrés Castro Pimienta # Valopes · Air & Environment # Valopes **Country:** Colombia · Bogotá **Category:** Air & Environment **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy **Stage:** Launched **Website:** https://www.valopes.com/ --- ## Elevator Pitch VALOPES cloud-based platform enables enterprises and municipalities to streamline their environmental flows from any stage along within their operation at key economic sectors, by digitizing the process of documentation and consolidating key information at the generations’ points & connecting enterprises to assure accountability and transparency. ## Founder Octavio Torres # ECOINNOVA ANDINA · Food & Agriculture # ECOINNOVA ANDINA **Country:** Colombia · cr 8 4321 **Category:** Food & Agriculture **Impact Areas:** Nature-Based, Mitigation **Stage:** Prototype **Website:** Climate-KIC website --- ## Elevator Pitch el uso de tecnologias duras en la produccion de alimentos. ## Founder ALBERTO URBANO # Huizy-Ecological products · Clean Industry # Huizy-Ecological products **Country:** Colombia · Madrid, Cundinamarca **Category:** Clean Industry **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy **Stage:** Launched --- ## Elevator Pitch We use natural and no contaminant supplies to manufacture cosmetic and household products. We recover the used cooking oil to produce ecological soaps and we give a friendly option for environment and for body health. ## Founder Ana María Martínez Santacruz # KACHACHUA · Food & Agriculture # KACHACHUA **Country:** Colombia · Líbano Tolima **Category:** Food & Agriculture **Impact Areas:** Nature-Based, Mitigation **Stage:** Launched --- ## Elevator Pitch Producimos y promovemos la producción de alimentos 100% orgánicos, usando como único fertilizante, el compost proveniente de los residuos orgánicos de los hogares. Restauramos el equilibrio natural de los suelos y de los ecosistemas dañados por la agricultura convencional. Servimos de eslabón, para recuperar y transmitir esa cadena de saberes ancestrales, en la que nuestros abuelos pasaban a hijos y nietos, tanto semillas como prácticas tradicionales de cultivo. Nuestros abuelos producían la may ## Founder Freddy Augusto Peña Mendieta # simbIOT · Air & Environment # simbIOT **Country:** Colombia · Chía **Category:** Air & Environment **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy **Stage:** Launched **Website:** https://simbiot.redsimbiotic.com/en/ --- ## Elevator Pitch We make urban garbage recycling easy in Latin America by strategically connecting Real State with certified recyclers associations. Throughout a platform that features: processes optimization, materials traceability, law compliance, impact indicators, document management and more. ## Founder Jorge Sandoval # GEO grafismos. We will massify waste sorting. · Air & Environment # GEO grafismos. We will massify waste sorting. **Country:** Colombia · Medellín **Category:** Air & Environment **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy **Stage:** Prototype **Website:** https://geografismos.co/ --- ## Elevator Pitch An improved way to massify separation at the source through an easier waste management and identification system based on visual association of geometric shapes. ## Founder Juan Camilo Quiceno Aguirre # ECO-FRIENDLY FRANCHISES · Air & Environment # ECO-FRIENDLY FRANCHISES **Country:** Colombia · PASTO **Category:** Air & Environment **Impact Areas:** Mitigation **Stage:** Launched **Website:** https://www.fundaciondsvida.org --- ## Elevator Pitch FRANQUICIASECOAMIGABLES was born in a time of pandemic, in confinement understanding and knowing and becoming aware that the planet needs everyone to give it one more breath, breath that many people needed in their lungs in these hard times, that's where this venture starts where the The foundation set out to follow this path of recycling as a commitment to social, environmental and economic service in the Municipality of Pasto in the south of the Department of Nariño -Colombia. ## Founder RUBEN DARIO FUERTES BRAVO # BeFly · Food & Agriculture # BeFly **Country:** Colombia · Piendamó **Category:** Food & Agriculture **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy **Stage:** Prototype **Website:** https://www.linkedin.com/company/be-fly --- ## Elevator Pitch BeFly focuses on organic waste management through bioconversion using the insect Black Soldier Fly, in the larvae stage it feeds on organic waste to transform it into a high-quality protein ideal to feed animals. Promoting the concept of circular economy by using organic waste to produce food and support the sustainable agriculture. ## Founder Johan Sebastián Chávez Mosquera # Gramo a Gramo (Gram by Gram) · Clean Industry # Gramo a Gramo (Gram by Gram) **Country:** Colombia · Bogotá **Category:** Clean Industry **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy **Stage:** Ideation --- ## Elevator Pitch "Gramo a Gramo" is a bulk and refill store with returnable containers, where people can find personal (shampoo, conditioner, body lotion, soap, tooth paste, sun block) and household (laundry detergent, dishes detergent, etc. ) cleaning products and different dry foods (grains, cereals, nuts, oils, etc.) from local and responsible producers. The store will become a space for community's education and awareness to encourage the reduction of waste production in households. ## Founder Marcela Zambrano # Tribuu · Air & Environment # Tribuu **Country:** Colombia · Medellin **Category:** Air & Environment **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy **Stage:** Ideation **Website:** https://tribuu.co/ --- ## Elevator Pitch Through ResiWallet “cash for trash” we want to encourage the waste collectors activity by providing access to credit payable with waste materials. We shorten the relationship between the recycling industry and the waste collectors’ organizations to increase the value perceived by both actors and to boost the dynamism of the circular economy, reducing the quantity of recyclable materials going to landfills or ending up polluting lands and water bodies. ## Founder Mónica Mejía Pérez # Bikey · Transportation # Bikey **Country:** Colombia · Medellin **Category:** Transportation **Impact Areas:** Mitigation **Stage:** Launched **Website:** https://www.bikey.app/#/landing --- ## Elevator Pitch Our platform offer security for cyclist everywhere, we provide a selection of save parkin locations, a tracking system, a support center, a recommendation service based on or analytics platform and a growing community that cares about mobility, security and carbon footprint reduction. ## Founder Mateo Andres Lara Viana # EN BICI ES MEJOR · Transportation # EN BICI ES MEJOR **Country:** Colombia · BOGOTA LOCALIDAD ENGATIVA **Category:** Transportation **Impact Areas:** Mitigation **Stage:** Launched --- ## Elevator Pitch GENERACION DE EMPLEO A PARTIR DEL USO DE LA BICICLETA. APROVECHAR INFRAESTRUCTURA CICLORUTAS. PROMOVER USO BICICLETA . ## Founder FREDY ALEXANDER CONTRERAS DUARTE # CARRIEL · Food & Agriculture # CARRIEL **Country:** Colombia · Antioquia **Category:** Food & Agriculture **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy **Stage:** Prototype --- ## Elevator Pitch Fertilización a base de compostaje potenciado por hongos y cenizas para un cultivo de uva red globe en el norte del Valle del Cauca. ## Founder FABIAN ANDRES POSSO GARCIA # Carbono Local+ · Air & Environment # Carbono Local+ **Country:** Colombia · Cologne **Category:** Air & Environment **Impact Areas:** Adaptation **Stage:** Prototype **Website:** https://www.carbonolocal.com/ --- ## Elevator Pitch We are committed to bridging local climate solutions and projects with regenerative finance, technology, and business. We leverage local solutions to our global challenges. ## Founder Laura Cubillos # Recycling Bank. Your Deposit to Save the Planet! · Air & Environment # Recycling Bank. Your Deposit to Save the Planet! **Country:** Colombia · Cali, Valle del Cauca. Colombia **Category:** Air & Environment **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy **Stage:** Launched **Website:** https://www.plasticosfemia.com --- ## Elevator Pitch It is an startup to motivate people and allies to deliver materials for recycling, receiving a bonus of food, money or reforestation. People will be sensitized and motivated to participate voluntarily. People are more likely to act if they receive a benefit in return, and their action is sustainable if they are convinced and aware through information and education. ## Founder Santiago Alvarado Padilla # Ecooltiva · Food & Agriculture # Ecooltiva **Country:** Colombia · Bogota **Category:** Food & Agriculture **Impact Areas:** Nature-Based, Mitigation **Stage:** Ideation **Website:** https://tatanjimenez.com/ecooltiva/ --- ## Elevator Pitch Our idea is to implement aquaponic systems (a mixture of aquaculture and horticulture crops in closed water recirculation systems) as a sustainable method of food production, on a small and large scale, from the production of single-family adapted systems with solar energy to the production of commercial scale. ## Founder Sebastian Jimenez # GREENFACE SAS .Empresa fabricante de tapabocas y prendas quirurgicas antivirales,ecologicas y biodegradables · Clean Industry # GREENFACE SAS .Empresa fabricante de tapabocas y prendas quirurgicas antivirales,ecologicas y biodegradables **Country:** Colombia · BOGOTA COLOMBIA **Category:** Clean Industry **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy **Stage:** Launched **Website:** http://greenface.com.co/ --- ## Elevator Pitch "Tela no no tejida para tapabocas y prendas quirúrgicas antivirales, ecológicas y biodegradables " ## Founder hector mauricio paez cantor # RESERVA NATURAL EKOA MONTECILLO · Air & Environment # RESERVA NATURAL EKOA MONTECILLO **Country:** Colombia · BOGOTÁ **Category:** Air & Environment **Impact Areas:** Adaptation **Stage:** Launched **Website:** https://www.instagram.com/ekoaccion/ --- ## Elevator Pitch la iniciativa actualmente existe es un territorio de 136.000 metros cuadrados, antiguamente fue una finca de explotación agrícola, ganadera y minera. Sin embargo, desde que se adquirió tuvo un objetivo de ser re naturalizada permitiendo que la fauna proliferen de nuevo en nuestro territorio. Ahora, nos constituimos cómo reserva natural para realización del turismo natural siendo un piloto que demuestre a otros propietarios de territorios rurales a pensar en negocios verdes que sustituyan o que i ## Founder Nicolás Rico Arias # Greentex- tela no no tejida para tapabocas y prendas quirurgicas antivirales,ecologicas y biodegradables · Clean Industry # Greentex- tela no no tejida para tapabocas y prendas quirurgicas antivirales,ecologicas y biodegradables **Country:** Colombia · BOGOTA COLOMBIA **Category:** Clean Industry **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy **Stage:** Launched --- ## Elevator Pitch Tela no no tejida para tapabocas y prendas quirurgicas antivirales,ecologicas y biodegradables ## Founder HECTOR MAURICIO PAEZ CANTOR # INNOVACION VERDE · Clean Industry # INNOVACION VERDE **Country:** Colombia · BARRANCABERMEJA **Category:** Clean Industry **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy **Stage:** Ideation **Website:** Climate-KIC website --- ## Elevator Pitch Es un proyecto que tuvo origen a causa de ver el gran impacto negativo y falta de intervención y aprovechamientos de los residuos generados actualmente , el cual está enfocado en el desarrollo socio-ambiental implementando diferentes alternativas relacionadas con el aprovechamiento de los residuos y el Sistema de economía circular verde en las comunidades barranqueñas y que tiene como finalidad propiciar y dar el conocimiento adecuado sobre el aprovechamiento y la separación de residuos correcta ## Founder RICARDO ANDRES POLANCO MORALES # APROVECHAMIENTO DEL GUÁCIMO-FRUTO Y SU POSTERIOR APLICACIÓN EN LA AGROINDUSTRIA ALIMENTARIA · Food & Agriculture # APROVECHAMIENTO DEL GUÁCIMO-FRUTO Y SU POSTERIOR APLICACIÓN EN LA AGROINDUSTRIA ALIMENTARIA **Country:** Colombia · San Juan del Cesar La Guajira **Category:** Food & Agriculture **Impact Areas:** Nature-Based, Mitigation **Stage:** Prototype --- ## Elevator Pitch La investigación pretende en primer lugar identificar y cuantificar el árbol del guácimo, generar estrategias de conservación, así mismo aprovechar su fruto y su posterior aplicación en la agroindustria alimentaria. ## Founder Edgardo Munive Mendoza # COPLYSO Ltda. Cocoa's Plywood Solutions · Clean Industry # COPLYSO Ltda. Cocoa's Plywood Solutions **Country:** Colombia · Cali **Category:** Clean Industry **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy **Stage:** Prototype --- ## Elevator Pitch We offer a new way to produce plywood with zero deforestation based on a short and continuous cycle from cocoa crops, that boost the reforestation of the agroforestal systems. ## Founder Ana Milena Osorio-García # Pueblito Nature · Food & Agriculture # Pueblito Nature **Country:** Colombia · cali **Category:** Food & Agriculture **Impact Areas:** Nature-Based, Mitigation **Stage:** Ideation **Website:** Climate-KIC website --- ## Elevator Pitch Colombia is one of the best cocoa growers in the world, the cocoa variety of Tumaco and the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta, makes cocoa one of the best and finest demanded by the chocolate industry worldwide. The reason for the unique flavor profile of Colombian cocoa is that small farmers' crops grow among native species, and the fruits absorb the smells and flavors of the vast diversity of the surrounding jungle. Unfortunately, in Colombia and many other countries, the chocolate producers and ch ## Founder MARIA PAOLA AYALA # GARTEC · Air & Environment # GARTEC **Country:** Colombia · Bogotá **Category:** Air & Environment **Impact Areas:** Adaptation **Stage:** Prototype --- ## Elevator Pitch Gartec es una idea de negocio que combina conceptos de arquitectura, paisajismo, jardinería y tecnología, en donde hacemos uso de lugares no convencionales (paredes, techos, interiores, etc.) tanto en exteriores como en interiores para implementar un jardín de plantas ornamentales de diferentes colores, tamaños y aromas. , nuestro objetivo es mejorar la experiencia del consumidor en las zonas de ocio. ## Founder Daniel Alejandro Rincón Cuervo # Insects Biofactory · Food & Agriculture # Insects Biofactory **Country:** Colombia · Subachoque **Category:** Food & Agriculture **Impact Areas:** Nature-Based, Mitigation **Stage:** Launched --- ## Elevator Pitch Insect mass rearing in order to develop new sources of protein for animal feeds (poultry, aquaculture, swine, exotic pets and human consuption). Based on recycling organic waste such as cattle manure and discarded food from local groceries. ## Founder Juan Gabriel Garcia Tovar # Métele Pedal · Transportation # Métele Pedal **Country:** Colombia · Bogotá **Category:** Transportation **Impact Areas:** Mitigation **Stage:** Prototype **Website:** https://metelepedal.com/ --- ## Elevator Pitch Métele Pedal seeks to mobilize and articulate cycling groups and strengthen their capacity based on our technical expertise, giving them tools to promote the bicycle as a daily means of transportation and impact the city’s air quality. ## Founder Mariana Diaz Kraus # ECAR EFICIENTES - RESICOIN.APP · Air & Environment # ECAR EFICIENTES - RESICOIN.APP **Country:** Colombia · neiva **Category:** Air & Environment **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy **Stage:** Launched **Website:** https://www.resicoin.app/ --- ## Elevator Pitch RESICOIN.APP, is a web application that encourages people to recycle because we give RESICOINS for everyone who give the residue in the right way then those RESICOIN can be change in we ECOTIENDA o MARKETPLACE where the people can find merchants that wants to offer goods or services and the people can pay all of this with the RESICOINS and the web application will pay in money to the merchants. So we all can use de residue as a resource. ## Founder MAYRA ALEJANDRA DUSSAN # Fundación Coomeva para el desarrollo empresarial, programa MiPyme Verde · Air & Environment # Fundación Coomeva para el desarrollo empresarial, programa MiPyme Verde **Country:** Colombia · Cali **Category:** Air & Environment **Impact Areas:** Adaptation **Stage:** Prototype **Website:** https://fundacion.coomeva.com.co/publicaciones/169737/conoce-nuestro-programa-mipyme-verde/ --- ## Elevator Pitch El el grupo Coomeva progresamos juntos con emprendimiento éticos, promoviendo una cultura sostenible en las empresas de los asociados a la Cooperativa Coomeva desde lo ambiental, económico y social a través del programa MiPyme Verde de la Fundación Coomeva. Dicho programa de acompañamiento a empresas busca que los líderes emprendedores y empresarios adopten un modelo sostenible, iniciando su proceso con la realización de un diagnostico empresarial orientado a detectar el nivel de madurez de las ## Founder Maria Fernanda Rojas # SiembraCo · Food & Agriculture # SiembraCo **Country:** Colombia · Bogotá D.C. **Category:** Food & Agriculture **Impact Areas:** Nature-Based, Mitigation **Stage:** Launched **Website:** https://siembraco.com --- ## Elevator Pitch SiembraCo allows you to plant virtually, yes!!! we connect customers with farmers from planting until delivery, thus we improve the productive conditions of small scale farmers, do the traceability in whole the process and bring technology to the field. ## Founder Camilo Ramos # CON BIOMASA PROTEGEMOS EL AGUA Y RESCATAMOS RECURSOS · Clean Industry # CON BIOMASA PROTEGEMOS EL AGUA Y RESCATAMOS RECURSOS **Country:** Colombia · Bucaramanga **Category:** Clean Industry **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy **Stage:** Launched **Website:** https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mT4zI7qVF-E&t=35s --- ## Elevator Pitch Estamos convencidos que con biomasa y aplicando nanotecnología protegemos el agua de los derrames en vías y vertimientos; a demás manejamos los residuos oleosos generados en los incidentes haciendo parte a las comunidades cercanas aplicando el concepto de circularidad ## Founder Carlos Felipe Forero Monsalve # CULTIVO GLOBAL · Clean Industry # CULTIVO GLOBAL **Country:** Colombia · VILLAVICENCIO **Category:** Clean Industry **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy **Stage:** Launched **Website:** https://cultivoglobal.com/ --- ## Elevator Pitch UTILITARIOS, contenedores a base de Mermas o remanentes vegetales como las caña de azúcar y platos y bandeja a base de plátano y bolsas para vivero con base en el acido polilactico de maiz. CONSUMO: aceite de sacha inchi (y derivados) y pimienta negra común ## Founder FREDY ENRIQUE PEÑA BERMUDEZ # Sabonella · Air & Environment # Sabonella **Country:** Colombia · Duitama **Category:** Air & Environment **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy **Stage:** Launched --- ## Elevator Pitch Recolección y limpieza de aceite de cocina usado por generadores domésticos y comerciales para producir jabones y velas artesanales en la región del Tundama departamento de Boyacá-Colombia ## Founder Diana Vidmarella Gutiérrez Pinzón # Biojelly · Air & Environment # Biojelly **Country:** Colombia · soacha **Category:** Air & Environment **Impact Areas:** Mitigation **Stage:** Launched **Website:** https://biojelly.com.co/ --- ## Elevator Pitch Bolsas 100% biodegradable hechas a base de gelatina capas de desintegrarse al contacto con el agua reduciendo o disminuyendo el uso de plástico de un solo uso, otroa propiedad es que nuestro bioplastico se pega y sella con agua no necesita adesivos ni pegamentos, el cual nos ayuda a disminuir la contaminación de nuestro planeta. ## Founder Victor javier ladino villamil # Nanotecnología aplicada reduce emisiones y mejora la combustion en motores tradicionales · Air & Environment # Nanotecnología aplicada reduce emisiones y mejora la combustion en motores tradicionales **Country:** Colombia · Bogotá, D.C. **Category:** Air & Environment **Impact Areas:** Mitigation **Stage:** Prototype **Website:** https://isd.co.com/ --- ## Elevator Pitch Dispositivos y métodos para adicionar un aditivo (NNP+O+ H₂) para mejorar la calidad de la combustión y reducir las emisiones contaminantes en motores de combustión interna. Un aditivo ideal para mejorar la combustión de combustibles sólidos y fósiles y sus métodos para reducir las emisiones contaminantes mediante captura de gases de efecto invernadero usando nanotecnología. ## Founder David Alexander Sánchez Díaz # a3pi2sas/the miracle of the stone · Clean Industry # a3pi2sas/the miracle of the stone **Country:** Colombia · Bucaramanga **Category:** Clean Industry **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy **Stage:** Launched **Website:** https://www.instagram.com/rockbarichara/?hl=es-la --- ## Elevator Pitch We are the smart solution for sustainable construction. We exchange accessories and architectural, civil and artistic sconces in natural stone at international Macro-wheel events. Our offer is bioclimatic environments, thermal inertia, acoustic insulation, durability, reuse, strengthening of land and infrastructure, fire retardant advantages as well as aesthetics and versatility. In addition to comfort and heritage, bioconstruction. ## Founder Yobana Jaimes Meneses # UFLOU · Air & Environment # UFLOU **Country:** Colombia · Sopó **Category:** Air & Environment **Impact Areas:** Mitigation **Stage:** Launched **Website:** https://www.ecoapps.com.co/ --- ## Elevator Pitch Our first development is Uflou, an application that rewards you for using clean mobility vehicles, we give you the safest route to your destination, prioritizing the city's bike paths, and we georeference all the bike parking lots in the city of Bogotá classified as gold and silver by the secretary of mobility. We create business benefit plans where you can encourage your public or private employees, with simple challenges such as km traveled, reduced CO2, calories burned, in order to motivate t ## Founder JAIME BARON # GERENTE · Air & Environment # GERENTE **Country:** Colombia · CALI **Category:** Air & Environment **Impact Areas:** Mitigation **Stage:** Launched **Website:** https://sites.google.com/powerhhosuroccidente.com/purestfuel/home --- ## Elevator Pitch OUR SOLUTION Our SYSTEMS (PUREST FUEL) are developed for the optimization of combustion in Diesel cycle engines (internal combustion by compression) to: 1- Increase the productivity of diesel machinery by saving fuel. We make companies more competitive. 2- Significantly reduce GHG / CO2 emissions from this machinery. 3- We help improve air quality. 4- We managed to reduce the rates of respiratory diseases linked to high levels of pollutants. 5- By reducing the rates of respiratory diseases, we c ## Founder CARLOS LORA # Livré · Clean Industry # Livré **Country:** Colombia · Cartagena, Bolivar **Category:** Clean Industry **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy **Stage:** Launched **Website:** https://linktr.ee/livre_col --- ## Elevator Pitch Livré will reshape the future of packaging. Single use is broken, we all know that. The best answer? reuse. Livré is a reuse system for packaging that is eager to stablish circular systems by offering consulting, alliances and the operation of the system itself. We will support Colombian companies to follow "Resolución 1407 del 2018" ## Founder Juan Felipe Péez Jiménez # EntoLife · Food & Agriculture # EntoLife **Country:** Colombia · Cali **Category:** Food & Agriculture **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy **Stage:** Launched **Website:** https://www.entolife.co/ --- ## Elevator Pitch We recover organic solid waste using the power of the insects and obtain by one hand compost and by other hand the insects are used for human and animal feed ## Founder Manuel Barco # Independent environmentalist · Air & Environment # Independent environmentalist **Country:** Colombia · BOGOTA **Category:** Air & Environment **Impact Areas:** Mitigation **Stage:** Ideation --- ## Elevator Pitch This environmental project is for development a technology Innovation Filters System for CAPTURE and ELIMINATE the industrial fuels- coals emissions. This Filters System for install in all chimneys industries and make a world expansion principally at G-20 group countries. Eliminating the industrial emissions is the more important way and action for mitigate and REVERSE the principal origin of the global warming and climate change. ## Founder ANGEL TORRES # Aguas Claras Sustainable Foods · Food & Agriculture # Aguas Claras Sustainable Foods **Country:** Colombia · Marinilla **Category:** Food & Agriculture **Impact Areas:** Nature-Based, Mitigation **Stage:** Launched --- ## Elevator Pitch Alimentos balanceados para producción animal, elaborados a partir de materias primas de bajo y/o nulo impacto ambiental negativo, producidas de manera autónoma con espedcies vegetales perennes de alto valor nutricional y larvas de insectos. ## Founder Marcos Atencia # TerraViva Ltda · Air & Environment # TerraViva Ltda **Country:** Colombia · Bogota **Category:** Air & Environment **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy **Stage:** Launched --- ## Elevator Pitch La generación de residuos orgánicos es entre un 50 y 60%. Para el caso de Bogotá la generación de residuos diarias es de 6.000 toneladas. TerraViva tiene la experiencia en la transformación de residuos orgánicos en abonos orgánicos. El abono orgánico obtenido se requiere en el sector agrícola y ahora mas con la situación de los fertilizantes químicos por la guerra entre Rusia-Ucrania. Colombia importa de alla el 45% de las necesidades del agro Colombiano ## Founder Eduardo Díaz Cornejo # POWER HHO SUROCCIDENTE (PUREST FUEL) · Air & Environment # POWER HHO SUROCCIDENTE (PUREST FUEL) **Country:** Colombia · CALI **Category:** Air & Environment **Impact Areas:** Mitigation **Stage:** Launched **Website:** https://sites.google.com/powerhhosuroccidente.com/purestfuel/home --- ## Elevator Pitch We are a company with high environmental responsibility and we specialize in the development of clean technologies that are friendly to the environment. These technologies are designed to improve air quality, combat climate change, reduce CO2 production, optimize combustion processes and reduce the consumption of fossil fuels. ## Founder MARIA DEL SOCORRO AGUIRRE # Jaime Paredes · Clean Industry # Jaime Paredes **Country:** Colombia · BOGOTA **Category:** Clean Industry **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy **Stage:** Private Beta --- ## Elevator Pitch Sistema,Maquina- proceso- producto para lavar plástico post consumo, en una línea de producción que no genera vertimientos de aguas usadas ## Founder Jaime Paredes # Farms of Quillasinga women sowers of water in the Romerillo paramo, Encano, Nariño, Colombia · Water # Farms of Quillasinga women sowers of water in the Romerillo paramo, Encano, Nariño, Colombia **Country:** Colombia · Pasto, Nariño,Colombia **Category:** Water **Impact Areas:** Adaptation **Stage:** Launched **Website:** https://www.facebook.com/ResguardoRefugiodelSol/ --- ## Elevator Pitch It is a group of 100 Quillasingas women (original people) who have been working for the rescue of Laguna La Cocha, RAMSAR zone, which gives rise to the Guamùez river that flows into the Amazon. They work on the conservation of native species, the restricted use of land for livestock and now they want to advance in the rescue of water through the restoration of 7 hectares. Which they will buy with the sale of their beauty products, made by themselves. For which they urgently need the financial re ## Founder JOSE VITELIO PINEDA MONGE # Captura niebla · Water # Captura niebla **Country:** Colombia · Mocoa **Category:** Water **Impact Areas:** Mitigation **Stage:** Prototype --- ## Elevator Pitch Recolección de agua por medio de la niebla, un sistema ideal para zonas con poca agua ## Founder Edson Rosero Hernández # EKOBOJACA SAS ESP · Water # EKOBOJACA SAS ESP **Country:** Colombia · BOGOTA **Category:** Water **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy **Stage:** Launched --- ## Elevator Pitch Somos una empresa colombiana que aplica principios de la Economía Circular al reciclaje y transformación de residuos. Fruto de ese proceso de transformación, producimos abonos 100% orgánicos, llamado TERRA ZAN, que traduce Tierra Sana, que comercializamos y exportamos a cualquier país del mundo. Todo lo anterior, lo realizamos en dos plantas de tratamiento que tenemos en las afueras de la ciudad de Bogotá ## Founder GABRIEL RAÑA NOYA # EOLO MOTORS SAS · Transportation # EOLO MOTORS SAS **Country:** Colombia · Bogotá **Category:** Transportation **Impact Areas:** Mitigation **Stage:** Prototype **Website:** https://www.facebook.com/EoloMotors --- ## Elevator Pitch Electric vehicles: light, cheap, functional, with a low sale and maintenance price, with low environmental impact in its construction and daily work ## Founder NELSON JAVIER ROLDAN CASTRO # Zircular is like a Netflix subscription for the Energy Transition in industries companies · Efficiency # Zircular is like a Netflix subscription for the Energy Transition in industries companies **Country:** Colombia · New York **Category:** Efficiency **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy **Stage:** Launched **Website:** https://zioning.com --- ## Elevator Pitch Zircular is an annual subscription platform that helps companies make a sustainable and intelligent energy transition through real-time prediction of energy savings potential. The platform monitors energy consumption and through the reports it analyzes and creates the path of energy improvements that simplify investment decision-making, shows the potential savings and the CO2 not emitted (using AI). The platform will seek to recognize the efforts in environmental sustainability in the path of en ## Founder David Lagarejo # SCEM-ECO · Clean Industry # SCEM-ECO **Country:** Colombia · Funza **Category:** Clean Industry **Impact Areas:** Adaptation **Stage:** Prototype **Website:** https://scem-eco.com/ --- ## Elevator Pitch Biotechnology, environmental robotics, energy management system ## Founder Layn Damian Quintero Casallas # Bioárea S.A.S. · Clean Industry # Bioárea S.A.S. **Country:** Colombia · Medellín **Category:** Clean Industry **Impact Areas:** Adaptation **Stage:** Launched **Website:** https://www.bioarea.co/ --- ## Elevator Pitch Expertos en construcción sostenible, uso de materiales alternativos y procesos constructivos sustitutos. Carpintería Metálica: Diseño y construcción en estructuras metálicas: edificaciones, cubiertas, pérgolas, parasoles, cerchas, escaleras, pasamanos, puertas y portones, ventanas, refuerzos estructurales para vigas y columnas. Mobiliario Fijo: Diseño y construcción de componentes fijos en nuevos materiales, cocinas, closets, muebles para baño, gabinetes, centros de entretenimiento, organizadore ## Founder Edimer Velásquez Blandón # Compost Baladi SAS · Air & Environment # Compost Baladi SAS **Country:** Colombia · Barranquilla **Category:** Air & Environment **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy **Stage:** Prototype **Website:** https://compostbaladi.com/contact/#south-america --- ## Elevator Pitch Compost Baladi SAS is the branch of Compost Baladi SAL (Lebanon) in the Americas. Our company enables anyone, anywhere, to divert their organic waste from landfills - avoiding methane generation - and recycle them on-site using our technology into a soil amendment called compost that sequesters CO2. ## Founder Antoine Abou Moussa # Busco(Look for) · Air & Environment # Busco(Look for) **Country:** Colombia · Medellin **Category:** Air & Environment **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy **Stage:** Launched --- ## Elevator Pitch Crear una plataforma(app) donde los propietarios de partes, repuestos insumos puedan publicar sus excedentes con sus características técnicas y el precio estimado para que al ser consultada por el publico especializado pueda acceder a ellos realizando la compra o haciendo una contraoferta ## Founder Oscar Dario Tabares Elorza # ECOPRODUCTO RRR / Mundial Aceite de Colombia SAS. · Clean Industry # ECOPRODUCTO RRR / Mundial Aceite de Colombia SAS. **Country:** Colombia · CALI **Category:** Clean Industry **Impact Areas:** Mitigation **Stage:** Launched --- ## Elevator Pitch La Tecnología del Ecoproducto RRR es.R: Recolectable totalmente R: Reutilizable 100% R: Reciclable 100% - NUESTRA PROPUESTA ES: La inclusión del cáñamo Mezcla BASE: cáñamo+ Aglutinantes , carbonato de calcio + recicle y 3% agua, es una alternativa ecológica a los materiales tradicionales para la construcción moderna, porque energéticamente es más eficiente y no es tóxico. En la industria de la construcción los materiales utilizados comúnmente contienen elementos nocivos para la salud humana, com ## Founder LUIS OVIDIO DAZA # BIO360° Arte Viva · Clean Industry # BIO360° Arte Viva **Country:** Colombia · Cali **Category:** Clean Industry **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy **Stage:** Launched **Website:** https://www.instagram.com/bio_360/ --- ## Elevator Pitch BIO360° Arte Viva, is a study of design and experimentation with nature, we create spaces full of life through the development of sustainable technologies that help mitigate the impact generated by our way of life on the planet. ## Founder Carlos Andres Ramirez Lopez # Protección de bosques nativos · Air & Environment # Protección de bosques nativos **Country:** Colombia · Cartago Valle **Category:** Air & Environment **Impact Areas:** Adaptation **Stage:** Prototype --- ## Elevator Pitch Evitar la deforestación en Colombia con buenos incentivos para los propietarios de los bosques que los protejan en vez de tumbarlos. ## Founder Luis Roberto Rendon # Calypso-safety · Clean Industry # Calypso-safety **Country:** Colombia · Bogota **Category:** Clean Industry **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy **Stage:** Ideation **Website:** https://calypso-safety.com/ --- ## Elevator Pitch we want to reuse textile material through the elaboration of thermo-acoustic panel-type products for coating in construction. ## Founder David Reyes # Superplants · Efficiency # Superplants **Country:** Colombia · Bogota **Category:** Efficiency **Impact Areas:** Adaptation **Stage:** Prototype **Website:** https://superplants.io --- ## Elevator Pitch At Superplants we connect plants to computers. We are building an Alexa with a plant. ## Founder Daniel Salinas # Gescol · Clean Industry # Gescol **Country:** Colombia · Bogota **Category:** Clean Industry **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy **Stage:** Prototype **Website:** http://www.gescol.com.co --- ## Elevator Pitch Gescol es una Spin-off de Proincalza SAS que crea nuevos materiales basados en la Economía Circular. Transformamos los residuos polímeros del sector industrial, para incorporarlos como nueva materia prima con diferentes usos en el mercado. Somos pioneros en el aprovechamiento del poliuretano post-industria. ## Founder Neylla Marcela Avila Florez # Cupainatá. Labranza Sagrada · Food & Agriculture # Cupainatá. Labranza Sagrada **Country:** Colombia · Zapatoca **Category:** Food & Agriculture **Impact Areas:** Nature-Based, Mitigation **Stage:** Launched **Website:** https://www.instagram.com/cupainata_labranzasagrada/?hl=es-la --- ## Elevator Pitch Nuestros productos están elaborados a base de plantas aromáticas procedentes de cultivos 100% orgánicos de manos de 30 mujeres guardianas de la Serranía de los Yariguíes en Santander - Colombia. Producimos tisanas, ungüentos, óleos corporales, extractos herbales, cosmética natural y mieles especiales rescatando la sabiduría tradicional de la mujer campesina, promoviendo el empoderamiento, la inclusión y la producción amigable con el planeta. ## Founder Lida Rocio Rivera Celis # Apicultores y Rescatistas SAS BIC · Food & Agriculture # Apicultores y Rescatistas SAS BIC **Country:** Colombia · Cali **Category:** Food & Agriculture **Impact Areas:** Mitigation **Stage:** Launched **Website:** https://apicultoresyrescatistas.com --- ## Elevator Pitch We are rescuing bees and wasps, both species fundamental to the sustainability of our food chain. The wasps relocate naturally after relocating their saved nests. The bees are rescued and taken to apiaries to develop the second business unit and for sure a much bigger business in the short term. We are focused in the B2B segment and hopefully will be able to fund with these corporate clients many rescues in lower class neighborhoods (according to statistics from the Cali's Fire Department, in 20 ## Founder ILAN LECHTER # the game of helping to compact plastic bottles · Air & Environment # the game of helping to compact plastic bottles **Country:** Colombia · cali **Category:** Air & Environment **Impact Areas:** Adaptation **Stage:** Prototype --- ## Elevator Pitch This idea consists of adapting a manual plastic bottle compactor next to the garbage cans with the added value that can entertain users through an indicator of the pressure force exerted by the user. These compacted bottles can reduce recyclable plastic storage deposits by up to 80%. Additionally, the material of the manual compactor is 100% plastic wood, to demonstrate the resistance of the plastic. ## Founder diego restrepo # Apicultores Y Rescatistas · Cleantech # Apicultores Y Rescatistas **Country:** Colombia **Category:** **Impact Areas:** Nature-Based, Mitigation **Stage:** Prototype --- ## Founder Ilan Letcher # Bio360 Arte vivo · Cleantech # Bio360 Arte vivo **Country:** Colombia **Category:** **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy **Stage:** Prototype --- ## Founder Carlos Andres Ramírez López # Coplyso Ltda. · Cleantech # Coplyso Ltda. **Country:** Colombia **Category:** **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy **Stage:** Prototype --- ## Founder Ana Milena Osorio García # GEO Grafismos · Cleantech # GEO Grafismos **Country:** Colombia **Category:** **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy **Stage:** Prototype --- ## Founder Juan Camilo Quiceno Aguirre # Gramo A Gramo · Cleantech # Gramo A Gramo **Country:** Colombia **Category:** **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy **Stage:** Prototype --- ## Founder Marcela Zambrano # Power Hho Suroccidente · Cleantech # Power Hho Suroccidente **Country:** Colombia **Category:** **Impact Areas:** Mitigation **Stage:** Prototype --- ## Founder Maria Aguirre # Zircular · Cleantech # Zircular **Country:** Colombia **Category:** **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy **Stage:** Prototype --- ## Founder David Lagarejo # CLP23 — Historical (19 ideas) Historical CLP23 ClimateLaunchpad applications # Desarrollo de macetas (tetraPod) · Cleantech # Desarrollo de macetas (tetraPod) **Country:** Panamá **Category:** **Stage:** Ideation --- ## Elevator Pitch Macetas artificiales de tetrapods para semillas de manglares en costas de riesgo de erosión ## Founder Nibar Inawelibiler García # Eco ideas · Cleantech # Eco ideas **Country:** Panamá **Category:** **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy **Stage:** Prototype --- ## Founder Carol Simon # Sun Source · Cleantech # Sun Source **Country:** Honduras **Category:** **Stage:** Ideation --- ## Elevator Pitch Energía Fotovoltaica para desarrollo sostenible en Honduras ## Founder Marlon Alexander Medina Chavez # Azul Bio · Cleantech # Azul Bio **Country:** Panamá **Category:** **Impact Areas:** Adaptation **Stage:** Prototype --- ## Founder Gerardo IrimiaArosemena # Plastic buildings · Cleantech # Plastic buildings **Country:** Panamá **Category:** **Stage:** Ideation --- ## Elevator Pitch Edificaciones con plástico reciclado como plan piloto educativo ## Founder Oliver Alfonso # Dental instrument · Cleantech # Dental instrument **Country:** México **Category:** **Stage:** Ideation --- ## Elevator Pitch Dental instrument business ## Founder Abdulmalek AbkerHaggam # Müllblue · Cleantech # Müllblue **Country:** México **Category:** **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy **Stage:** Prototype --- ## Founder Aldair Eduardo Rivera Garcia # sinCarbono · Cleantech # sinCarbono **Country:** México **Category:** **Impact Areas:** Adaptation **Stage:** Prototype --- ## Founder Daniela Correa # Ecologito · Cleantech # Ecologito **Country:** México **Category:** **Stage:** Ideation --- ## Elevator Pitch Integración de tecnologías solares y ópticas para purificar agua ## Founder Carlos Morales # Next energy · Cleantech # Next energy **Country:** México **Category:** **Impact Areas:** Mitigation **Stage:** Prototype --- ## Founder Fernando de olazabal # Scarapp · Cleantech # Scarapp **Country:** México **Category:** **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy **Stage:** Prototype --- ## Founder Adrián Carrillo Hurtado # Carbon Power · Cleantech # Carbon Power **Country:** México **Category:** **Stage:** Ideation --- ## Elevator Pitch Transforming industrial pollution into energy with electrochemistry ## Founder Daniel Cano # PassBack · Cleantech # PassBack **Country:** Costa Rica **Category:** **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy **Stage:** Prototype --- ## Founder Magdalen PIke # Resilvertrar Cartago · Cleantech # Resilvertrar Cartago **Country:** Costa Rica **Category:** **Stage:** Ideation --- ## Elevator Pitch Urban resilient food systems through syntropic agroforestry ## Founder Bowie Yin SumKung # IA GROS · Cleantech # IA GROS **Country:** El Salvador **Category:** **Impact Areas:** Nature-Based, Mitigation **Stage:** Prototype --- ## Founder Salvador Salguero # Rivera del Campo · Cleantech # Rivera del Campo **Country:** El Salvador **Category:** **Impact Areas:** Nature-Based, Mitigation **Stage:** Prototype --- ## Founder Edwin Alexander Gomez # RI-MILK · Cleantech # RI-MILK **Country:** El Salvador **Category:** **Stage:** Ideation --- ## Elevator Pitch E-commerce con envase retornable y blockchain para trazabilidad ## Founder Katya Lissette Rivera cruz # Innova Ethic · Cleantech # Innova Ethic **Country:** Nicaragua **Category:** **Stage:** Ideation --- ## Elevator Pitch Sistema WEB3 e IA para medición de reducción de emisiones de CO2 ## Founder Martha Yadira Zeledón Hernández # Natupin · Cleantech # Natupin **Country:** Colombia **Category:** **Impact Areas:** Adaptation **Stage:** Prototype --- ## Founder Miguel Ángel Vanegas # CLP24 — Historical (55 ideas) Historical CLP24 ClimateLaunchpad applications # MINDALA, es una idea de investigación de plantas nativas y vivero forestal · Air & Environment # MINDALA, es una idea de investigación de plantas nativas y vivero forestal **Country:** Colombia · Samaniego **Category:** Air & Environment **Impact Areas:** Adaptation **Stage:** Prototype --- ## Elevator Pitch Investigar y conservar sobre los productos autóctonos de la región, rescatando los diversos productos, plantas y arboles que se están perdiendo y que tienen un valor cultural, ambiental, alimentario y económico para las comunidades ## Climate Problem Se resuelve el problema de la seguridad alimentaría ya que los productos son de producción orgánica ya que hay gran demanda de consumo y que se conserva el suelo y la biodiversidad, además rescatando e investigando sobre los arboles nativos que son aptos para la producción de agua y maderables ya que hay organizaciones que necesitan comprar material vegetal para las reforestaciones que se realizan en la zona debido a la deforestación por el uso del suelo para plantaciones ilícitas. ## Founder AYDEE ALCIRA MAYA MELO # Huizy · Clean Industry # Huizy **Country:** Colombia · Madrid **Category:** Clean Industry **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy **Stage:** Launched --- ## Elevator Pitch We collect used cooking oil, select it, filter it, and transform it into multi-purpose soaps through a chemical process called saponification. With the aim of mitigating the alarming problem of water pollution generated by this waste that comes from households and restaurants. ## Climate Problem With the aim of mitigating the alarming problem of water pollution generated by this waste that comes from households and restaurants. We recover the used cooking oil and transform it into multi-purpose ecological soap. We seek to position our proposal in agroecological markets and/or stores and sell our products to households and restaurants. ## Founder Silvy Ramos # Ghreevi · Air & Environment # Ghreevi **Country:** Colombia · Bucaramanga **Category:** Air & Environment **Impact Areas:** Adaptation **Stage:** Prototype --- ## Elevator Pitch Business model based on the relevance that global warming currently has in the world due to CO2 emissions. The solution proposed to this issue is the creation of algae photobioreactors, which are capable of counteracting the effect of CO2 20 times more effectively than a tree. They have a much faster propagation and effect time, given that while a forest reserve takes 5 years to develop, our algae project promises to achieve the same effect in just days. It is a solution that can be implemented ## Climate Problem Our solution addresses the pressing issue of global warming, offering a sustainable approach for companies to fulfill their environmental obligations while gaining social recognition. Our clients are large organizations seeking to mitigate their environmental impact, particularly regarding CO2 emissions. By implementing our algae photobioreactors, these companies can significantly reduce their carbon footprint and showcase their commitment to environmental stewardship, earning them praise and acknowledgment from society for their forward-thinking initiatives. ## Founder Cristian Fernandez # EcoEthanol Innovations (Amarúz) · Air & Environment # EcoEthanol Innovations (Amarúz) **Country:** Colombia · Bogota **Category:** Air & Environment **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy **Stage:** Launched **Website:** https://www.vinosamaruz.com/ --- ## Elevator Pitch EcoEthanol Innovations transforms non-marketable fruits and vegetables into high-quality ethanol for fuels and alcoholic products, reducing food waste and contributing to environmental sustainability. ## Climate Problem Globally, millions of tons of fruits and vegetables are wasted annually. EcoEthanol Innovations recycles these foods, which are no longer fit for human consumption, to produce ethanol, a valuable component in the manufacturing of fuels and alcoholic products. Our main customers will include biofuel companies, distilleries, and manufacturers of products that require ethanol as a solvent or preservative, providing a sustainable and profitable solution to food waste. ## Founder Anderson Stiven Florez Olarte # EVOLUTIO · Food & Agriculture # EVOLUTIO **Country:** Colombia · Bogotá **Category:** Food & Agriculture **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy **Stage:** Launched **Website:** https://www.instagram.com/evolutio_col/ --- ## Elevator Pitch Evolutio is a circular economy start-up which aims to transform organic waste into high-quality insect protein for feed. We offer an efficient waste management solution, where the Black Soldier Fly -BSF (Hermetia illucens) transforms organic waste into biomass in approximately 20 days. This biomass has a high nutritional value, with up to 40% protein content and several macro-nutrients. Thus, organic waste - which otherwise would end up in the landfill- becomes protein with the potential of repl ## Climate Problem As environmental consciousness has increased over the last decades, industries have been pushed to re-engineer all sorts of products to meet this need. Animal and vegetable protein (e.g. beef, soy, fish meal) for food and feed are essential goods related to high GHG emissions, deforestation, and over-exploitation of resources. Thus, we offer an alternative protein source whose production process emits far less GHG that could help replacing non-sustainable protein sources for livestock and pet feed. In particular, we are targeting the pet market, a niche where customers are more conscious about sustainability and are willing to pay for alternative protein products. Similarly, farmers are also looking for sustainable alternatives to fertilize their crops and yield healthier food and feed. Nevertheless, they have the added challenge of dealing with geopolitical conflicts, like the war in Ukraine, that impacted the global food system and has led to a sudden and harsh increase in fertilizer ## Founder CAMILO ANDRÉS GARZÓN MEDINA # Okáge prefabricados recirculables para construcción sostenible con residuos sólidos inorgánicos en concretos especiales · Efficiency # Okáge prefabricados recirculables para construcción sostenible con residuos sólidos inorgánicos en concretos especiales **Country:** Colombia · Mariquita - Guayabal // Bogotá **Category:** Efficiency **Impact Areas:** Adaptation **Stage:** Prototype --- ## Elevator Pitch Soluciones urbanas basadas en prefabricados recirculables para construcción sostenible empleando agregados provenientes de residuos posconsumo, posindustrial y posrecuperación como acción de cierre de ciclo de la responsabilidad extendida del productor en la economía circular, los cuales son producidos por un operador local de pequeña escala denominadas Unidades de Transformación y Producción Autónomas – UTPA, las cuales son escalables y replicables. ## Climate Problem Da respuesta a la pregunta del qué y cómo hacer con los residuos sólidos inorgánicos dispersos, fútiles y no transables. Solución, presentaciones de prefabricados en concreto celular (aircrete), concreto permeable y concreto UHPA reforzados y encapsulados en algunos residuos descritos en la resolución 1407 y 1342 de EyE, RAEE y RCD que superan con creces las cantidades emitidas con relación a la infraestructura de transformación y de aprovechamiento de plásticos de un uso, multimaterial, icopor y pet ámbar, resinas compuestas, etc. El interés de adquirir prefabricados recirculables es por parte de todos los relacionados con acabados arquitectónicos, diseñadores, arquitectos, paisajistas, urbanistas y todos los comprometidos con el ambiente y el cambio climático. Se tiene previsto que su uso sea en vivienda nueva de autoconstrucción, restauración de vivienda usada o para mejora de vivienda popular, en especial en estas últimas, donde no existe un soporte técnico para las estructuras. ## Founder José Fernando Carvajal # LIQUEN · Food & Agriculture # LIQUEN **Country:** Colombia · Bogota **Category:** Food & Agriculture **Impact Areas:** Adaptation **Stage:** Launched --- ## Elevator Pitch Experimental education in nature to foster sustainable development and encourage regenerative lifestyles in Colombia. ## Climate Problem New generations of kids and youth are growing in a complex world facing ecomic, social and environmental challenges caused by older generations in the last century. Current education system is reinforcing the same way of thinking, doing and relating that brought us all to this big crisis triggerred by a seperation from healty ways of relating to ourself, others and our ecosystems. Liquen offers regenerative experiences in nature to bring back to life this vital union between human and nature to build regenerative systems through experential labs that combine body, arts and environmental education to heal this separation. Aiming, mostly, high schools and universities in Colombia that are interested in developing mindsets, values and skills towards a more regenerative and sustainable future. ## Founder Daniel Beltran # Eko - Sustainable Style · Clean Industry # Eko - Sustainable Style **Country:** Colombia · Cali **Category:** Clean Industry **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy **Stage:** Ideation --- ## Elevator Pitch Our goal is to raise awareness about the importance of conserving the ecosystems, through environmental illustrations printed on tote bags made from 100% eco-friendly fibers. These fibers consist of 70% recycled cotton sourced from leftover textile scraps from the Colombian industry, and 30% recycled polyester fiber derived from PET plastic bottles, offering a conscious alternative to reduce the use of plastic and cotton bags. We aim to build a community committed to the cause, promoting sustain ## Climate Problem Textile production has doubled worldwide in the last decade, primarily driven by phenomena like 'fast fashion', where the lifecycle of garments is increasingly shorter. Consequently, the use of chemical and/or toxic substances, high consumption of water and energy, and the generation of large amounts of waste and discharge negatively impact the environment. For this reason, 'Eko Style' aims to implement plans to mitigate this impact, focusing on reducing textile waste through reuse or utilization as raw material in the production of new products. Consumers are increasingly committed to the environment and constantly seek ways to reduce their ecological footprint. They are concerned about the negative impact of the fashion industry on the planet and actively seek sustainable alternatives in their lifestyle and the brands they choose to support. This is how 'Eko', a sustainable fashion project, can direct its marketing efforts towards environmentally conscious individuals, highlighting i ## Founder Karolina Diez # SustainaGrow Canopy Crew · Clean Industry # SustainaGrow Canopy Crew **Country:** Colombia · Chía **Category:** Clean Industry **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy **Stage:** Prototype --- ## Elevator Pitch Our business idea is to create a sustainable children's clothing line that adjusts to the pace of children's growth while tackling climate change. Through circular economy principles, eco-design, and reforestation initiatives, our clothing line uses recycled materials, eco-friendly inks, and innovative production methods to minimize environmental impact. Additionally, we provide clothing to children from low-income families, promoting biodiversity conservation and social inclusion. ## Climate Problem Our solution addresses the environmental impact of children's clothing production and the financial burden on families who continuously need to purchase new clothes for their growing children. The fashion industry, particularly cotton production, is highly resource-intensive. Cotton cultivation alone accounts for approximately 2.4% of the world's cultivated land but uses 6% of the world's pesticides and 16% of insecticides. Globally, the annual water footprint of cotton production is around 93 billion cubic meters. By using recycled textiles and eco-friendly production methods, we save approximately 1,500 liters of water per garment produced. Additionally, for every piece of clothing made from recycled materials, around 23 PET bottles are kept out of the oceans, reducing plastic pollution. Financially, families spend a considerable amount on children's clothing annually. In Colombia, for example, the average household expenditure on clothing and footwear for children under 14 years old ## Founder Diana Marcela Abril Leal # EcoFintech · Food & Agriculture # EcoFintech **Country:** Colombia · Bogotá **Category:** Food & Agriculture **Impact Areas:** Nature-Based, Mitigation **Stage:** Ideation --- ## Elevator Pitch Our fintech startup focuses on providing innovative financial solutions tailored to the agricultural sector in Colombia, aiming to boost sustainable farming practices and combat climate change. We offer a range of products including trade finance loans for exporters, working capital, long-term loans to enhance agricultural productivity, and green bonds specifically designed to fund projects that have a positive environmental impact. By leveraging these financial tools, our service helps farmers ## Climate Problem Our fintech solution addresses two key problems facing small to medium-sized agricultural producers in Colombia: limited access to financial services tailored to sustainable practices and export activities, and a funding gap for climate change mitigation initiatives within the agriculture sector. These producers struggle to adopt greener methods and expand their market reach due to lack of appropriate financial support, hindering both profitability and sustainability. Our primary customers are these agricultural producers who need financial products that support their operational needs and transition to sustainable practices. These customers are increasingly seeking to comply with international sustainability standards and consumer demands for environmentally friendly products. We offer tailored financial solutions such as low-interest loans, trade finance for exporters, working capital and green bonds that fund sustainability operations in agribusiness. This not only helps producers i ## Founder Angela Rivera # Ceiba Agrotecnologia · Food & Agriculture # Ceiba Agrotecnologia **Country:** Colombia · Cartagena **Category:** Food & Agriculture **Impact Areas:** Nature-Based, Mitigation **Stage:** Private Beta **Website:** https://ceiba-agrotecnologia.com/ --- ## Elevator Pitch We propose developing a mobile app that farmers can use to build yield maps on a per-tree scale while harvesting manually. In turn, they could use the yield map to inform decisions like where to focus resources for next year’s harvest, or when to cut down old trees and plant new ones so that future yield is expected to grow. It is especially useful for the farmers to become more resilient to climate change. In essence, by making it easier to tell at an early stage where in their fields there are ## Climate Problem The main need our solution addresses is the optimization of resources of smallholder farmers. Farmers in Latin America and all over the world have to work with limited resources. In addition, due to the effect of global warming and climate change, there has been disruptions to previously consistent weather patterns that Colombian agriculture relied on, causing changes in crop maturity, taste, and soil degradation; increased agricultural diseases, pests, and natural disasters like landslides; and disruptions to rural livelihoods as harvests become more inconsistent. Farmers have a hard time addressing this situation without appropriate historical data. Our tool would provide farmers with the means to collect and store such data, at the scale that would be most meaningful for them, so that they can make the best decisions, even in uncertain circumstances. Due to the challenges mentioned above, farmers have to modify their practices in order to adapt to new climate requirements while rema ## Founder Roberto Buelvas # EXOS - Feed the Future · Air & Environment # EXOS - Feed the Future **Country:** Colombia · Barranquilla **Category:** Air & Environment **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy **Stage:** Prototype **Website:** https://www.linkedin.com/company/exos-feed-the-future --- ## Elevator Pitch At EXOS, we transform organic waste into valuable protein reintegrating them into the heart of the food chain. Through a bioconversion process using Black Soldier Fly larvae, we produce the raw material to manufacture products high in proteins and nutritional values. Initially, we will use part of our production initially to attack pet health issues. ## Climate Problem EXOS is a company that addresses various problems associated with the environment and health. The first and most important is that our operation is built on the value we give to organic waste, as these materials mostly end up in landfills contributing to environmental pollution. Through our operation, these waste materials are converted into protein with high nutritional value, which we will use to address the other problem we tackle, which corresponds to the health of our pets. ## Founder Juan Sebastian Garrido Mafiol # Huella Sostenible · Air & Environment # Huella Sostenible **Country:** Colombia · Bogota **Category:** Air & Environment **Impact Areas:** Adaptation **Stage:** Prototype --- ## Elevator Pitch Smart device (IoT) that allows composting at home in an easy and practical way. IA - Chat to accompany the process at home, reminders and advice Request for monitoring, recommendations and management results. ## Climate Problem Organic waste causes various environmental impacts associated with improper disposal. final. Problem 1. The generation of leachate and odors. Problem 2. Generates greenhouse gases, (mainly methane) Problem 3. The proliferation of vectors. (mosquitoes, sandflies, ticks, fleas, rats.) Clients: People committed to the environment, aged between 25 and 55 years. They are aware of the environmental impact. They reside in urban areas. They have an income in the approximate range of $20,000 to $60,000 USD annually. ## Founder Evelyn Sanchez # TOWERS CEM · Air & Environment # TOWERS CEM **Country:** Colombia · barranquilla **Category:** Air & Environment **Impact Areas:** Adaptation **Stage:** Prototype **Website:** https://towerscem.com/ --- ## Elevator Pitch TOWERS CEM es una cementera que se dedica a la producción y comercialización de nuevas tecnologías de cemento que purifican el aire urbano, eliminando hasta un 23% de las emisiones de CO2, siendo capaces de crear grandes construcciones verdes y sostenibles. Nuestro producto cuenta con una mayor vida útil, disminuyendo la tasa y costos de mantenimiento, propiedades mecánicas mejoradas y propiedades auto limpiantes, evitando la adhesión de polvos y material particulado nocivo para la salud humana. ## Climate Problem El cemento es el material de construcción más utilizado en el mundo. Uno de los grandes inconvenientes de este material es que, en climas fríos o cambios de temperaturas repentinos, el cemento puede agrietarse, lo que requiere que se reemplace toda la sección estructural. Esto aumenta los costos de la obra y aumenta el tiempo del desarrollo del proyecto. El cemento tiende a ser más frágil que otros materiales de construcción y no está diseñado para soportar condiciones climáticas extremas y presión. Por otro lado, este es un material sumamente contaminante y altamente dañino para el ambiente. Por cada kg de cemento manufacturado diariamente se reporta una emisión de 0.07 kg de CO2. A pesar de todas estas grandes desventajas, el sector constructor opta por el cemento como materia base debido a que no conoce otro material que brinde los mismos resultados finales a sus obras. ## Founder Carlos Torres # BARUK COMPANY BIO CLIMATIK SAS · Clean Industry # BARUK COMPANY BIO CLIMATIK SAS **Country:** Colombia · Colombia **Category:** Clean Industry **Impact Areas:** Nature-Based, Mitigation **Stage:** Private Beta --- ## Elevator Pitch Invernaderos bioclimaticos inteligentes para la soberania alimentaria y la protección de semillas ancestrales Llevamos infraestructura sostenible incluso en las zonas sin red eléctrica tradicional y hacemos transformación bioclimatica a infraestructuras ya construidas (bajamos la huella de carbono a su mínima expresión ) modelo de innovación en 3 patentes ## Climate Problem El problema identificado es el hambre en el mundo y cada país pagaría por una franquicia de invernaderos Bioclimaticos inteligentes, como por ejemplo la república democrática del congo y OFA ACA GLOBAL quien lidera más de 50 países africanos y a través de su fundador Maisha Vianney a expresado su intensión de compra (tenemos los documentos) y en general las agremiaciones campesinas,las comunidades indígenas en cualquier parte del mundo podrían proteger sus semillas ancestrales y tener una producción 24/7 365 días al año sin importar la estación del año ,inclusive sin tierra fértil , ahora son estructuras de baja huella de carbono , apoyamos las agendas climáticas del país , basura cero , protección del agua y su entorno,inclusión de la mujer en construcción y producción alimenticia,protegemos fauna flora,vertientes hídricas , acuíferos,no mas tala de árboles con nuestro innovador block_line®(material de construcción ignífugo, termo acústico, antifúngico y de presión ascendente) lo que ## Founder Allan Engelberth Figueredo Vargas # Gr33nerosity · Air & Environment # Gr33nerosity **Country:** Colombia · Bogotá **Category:** Air & Environment **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy **Stage:** Prototype --- ## Elevator Pitch Gr33nerosity is a digital platform that incentivizes sustainable actions through a social pay-it-forward chain , combining eco-friendly challenges with digital rewards. Users earn Eco Credits for their green deeds, documented and shared on social media, promoting sustainability while partnering with companies for enhanced visibility and support. This unique model fosters a community-driven approach to fighting climate change, making every individual and corporation a part of the solution. ## Climate Problem Our idea solves is the lack of incentive and visibility for individual and corporate sustainable actions. Despite growing awareness, many struggle to translate this into actionable, measurable efforts against climate change. Our customers are both eco-conscious individuals seeking to make a difference and companies/NGOs aiming to enhance their sustainability footprint and public image. Individuals are motivated by rewards and recognition, while organizations are willing to pay for the visibility, engagement, and positive association with sustainability efforts. Gr33nerosity bridges this gap, offering a platform for tangible eco-actions with social and financial rewards, making sustainability a collective, incentivized endeavor. ## Founder David Corredor # Z-Carbon · Efficiency # Z-Carbon **Country:** Colombia · Bucaramanga **Category:** Efficiency **Impact Areas:** Mitigation **Stage:** Prototype **Website:** https://totembear.com/home --- ## Elevator Pitch Intelligent, optimized and real-time management platform for organizational resources for carbon neutrality ## Climate Problem Micro, small and medium-sized companies currently do not have technological tools to monitor their GHG emissions associated with their organizational processes in real time. By not having this data, it is not possible to make strategic decisions in real time, therefore, the processes cannot be optimized nor the associated GHG emissions reduced. This causes higher costs due to inefficient use of resources, failure to comply with sustainability regulations, among others. The clients will be micro, small and medium-sized businesses and organizations. ## Founder Ricardo Antonio Domínguez Gómez # BIO PLANET COLOMBIA · Clean Industry # BIO PLANET COLOMBIA **Country:** Colombia · Bogotá **Category:** Clean Industry **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy **Stage:** Ideation --- ## Elevator Pitch La industria en general enfrenta desafíos significativos en cuanto a la gestión eficiente y sostenible de los residuos generados durante el proceso de producción. En lugar de ver estos residuos como un problema, este proyecto propone transformarlos en una oportunidad, utilizando técnicas innovadoras para reutilizarlos como materias primas en la misma industria o en otros sectores relacionados. Reutilización de residuos como materias primas, Reducción de la dependencia de recursos naturales, Fome ## Climate Problem La industria manufacturera genera al año alrededor de 4.2 millones de toneladas de residuos no peligrosos (IDEAM 2023), nuestra idea de negocio aborda el problema crítico de la disposición ineficiente de estos residuos en rellenos sanitarios, un problema que no solo genera impactos ambientales negativos, sino que también representa una pérdida de recursos potenciales para este sector de la industria. El contexto actual muestra que muchas industrias perciben sus residuos como un problema y no como una oportunidad para obtener materias primas valiosas que podrían reincorporarse en los ciclos productivos. El problema central radica en la falta de sistemas efectivos para gestionar estos residuos de manera sostenible y rentable. Nuestra solución se centra en transformar estos residuos en materias primas de alta calidad que puedan ser reintegradas en los procesos productivos de las mismas industrias o incluso de nuevas industrias, cerrando así el ciclo y reduciendo la dependencia de recursos ## Founder Juliana Chiriví # Madera Salada · Clean Industry # Madera Salada **Country:** Colombia · Arboletes **Category:** Clean Industry **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy **Stage:** Launched **Website:** https://maderasalada.com.co/ --- ## Elevator Pitch Madera Salada, es el primer exploratorio de madera de playa del mundo, donde estamos estudiamos su comportamiento e identidad y la transformamos en productos mobiliarios únicos con sabor a mar y playita con manos locales e inclusivas. Una marca creada por mujeres, en aras de crear tejido social, cerrar brechas de género y sobre todo dinamizar nuevos mercados ambientales. ## Climate Problem A la hora de construir nuestro modelo de negocios, tomamos las siguientes situaciones: ✅Gran parte de esa extracción forestal y aprovechamiento poco sustentable se ejectua para suplir la demanda de industrias de muebles y la construtiva-civil, y más o menos el 47% de la madera que se vende en colombia es ilegal. ✅A las lineas de costa del país están llegando toneladas de residuos de madera a través de las principales cuencas hidrográficas que desembocan en estas. Generando una modificación no solo paisajistica de estos ecosistemas, sino también ecológicas en cuanto a su capacidad de cargas y capacidad a la hora develar los servicios ecosistemicos que estos prestan, así como también las dinámicas socieconomicas que de estos dependen, sin dejar de lado todo las acciones (tala ilegal, ausencia de ordenamiento del territorio, irrespecto a la vocación del suelo) que sucede aguas arriba que dan como resultado estas problematicas. ✅Un porcentaje significativo de las playas a donde llegan anua ## Founder Isabel Vargas # WATTWISER · Efficiency # WATTWISER **Country:** Colombia · Bucaramanga **Category:** Efficiency **Impact Areas:** Mitigation **Stage:** Ideation --- ## Elevator Pitch Gestionar el consumo energético , mediante el uso de ciencia de datos y telemedia. ## Climate Problem El problema a solucionar es el alto costo energetico que tienen las compañias debido a la mala gestion energetica. los clientes son compañias que quieren tener un monitoreo de su gestion energetica, con el fin de optimizar su consumo y resolver problemas de consumo que se puedan encontrar en el monitoreo. Este seria nuestro mercado objetivo, sin embargo el modelo tambien puede tomar casas, lo que lo hace aun mas interesante. ## Founder Yeison Rincon Idarraga # Tecnologias Fibergreen / fabricante de Hilos,textiles e insumos de moda sostenibles ,que cuenta con aplicaciones AI · Clean Industry # Tecnologias Fibergreen / fabricante de Hilos,textiles e insumos de moda sostenibles ,que cuenta con aplicaciones AI **Country:** Colombia · Bogotá **Category:** Clean Industry **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy **Stage:** Launched **Website:** https://fiber-green.com --- ## Elevator Pitch Nuestros productos son hilos, textiles e insumos de moda sostenible biodegradable y antivirales fabricados con la más alta calidad, y son el resultado de alta innovación con responsabilidad social y ambiental Cada hilo y textil de FIBER GREEN es una historia tejida con fibras vegetales o fibras plásticas originales o recuperadas a partir de envases de PP, PET que cuentan con aditivos antivirales y biodegradables .Creamos productos prácticos y funcionales con conceptos en economía circular que cu ## Climate Problem La industria textil ocupa el 2 lugar como la más contaminante del planeta seguida del petróleo, un promedio de 150 mil millones de prendas son producidas cada año, un 90 %acaban en vertederos, un 5 % son incineradas y otro 5 %son recicladas. Los textiles son responsables del 10 de las emisiones de gases efecto invernadero, también son responsables del 20 % de las aguas residuales a partir de procesos de teñidos y acabados, un promedio de 380 .mil millones de litros de agua se consumen anualmente en la producción textil ,10 mil litros de agua se consumen para fabricar un solo kilo de algodón .7.500 litros para fabricar un jeans , 500 mil millones de partículas de micro plásticos van a parar a los océanos y fuentes hídricas . En la moda fast fahion el 65% de las prendas son fabricadas con fibras plásticas de PET que no son ecológicas y que tardan cientos de años en biodegradarse, un 25% de prendas son fabricadas con fibras naturales como algodón ,cáñamo, bambú , un 10 % por lana de anima ## Founder HECTOR MAURICIO PAEZ CANTOR # CalderoTaller · Clean Industry # CalderoTaller **Country:** Colombia · Bogotá **Category:** Clean Industry **Impact Areas:** Mitigation **Stage:** Launched --- ## Elevator Pitch Colectivo creativo que alberga varios proyectos que pretenden cuestionar la forma de consumo cotidiano, ofreciendo alternativas responsables ambiental y socialmente. Las diferentes lineas de productos son de origen natural, libre de sustancias abrasivas y contaminates, eliminando el uso de plástico y demás derivados del petroleo. Las colaboradoras del taller son artesanas y artistas que tienen una formación profesional en biología, botánica, diseño entre otras disciplinas que son integradas dent ## Climate Problem En consumo masivo de sustancias y productos contaminantes para los diferentes ecosistemas y la salud humana. Este taller implementa conocimientos locales y tradicionales en la elaboración y desarrollo de productos responsables social y ambientalmente, reduciendo el uso de derivados del petroleo (mayor emisor de GEI) y minerales extraidos mediante la explotación humana y ecosistémica de las diferentes industrias. Por otro lado, se quiere apoyar iniciativas semejantes fortaleciendo el tejido social y la implementación de una economía circular y sostenible. ## Founder Paula Hernández # Mister Sargassum · Water # Mister Sargassum **Country:** Colombia · Bogota **Category:** Water **Impact Areas:** Adaptation **Stage:** Ideation **Website:** http://mistersargassum.com --- ## Elevator Pitch Mr. Sargassum es una empresa dedicada a la recolección y reutilización del sargazo en el Mar Caribe. Nuestra tecnología innovadora permite recolectar eficientemente el sargazo, procesarlo y transformarlo en productos útiles, como biocombustibles, fertilizantes orgánicos y materiales de construcción sostenibles. Nuestro enfoque no solo contribuye a la limpieza de las costas caribeñas, sino que también promueve la economía circular y la conservación del medio ambiente. Al reutilizar el sargazo, re ## Climate Problem El problema del sargazo y su proliferación excesiva en el Mar Caribe, ha causado no solo impactos ambientales negativos, como la contaminación de playas y la asfixia de ecosistemas marinos, sino que además, afecta negativamente a la economía local al disuadir el turismo. Nos enfocamos en la gestión efectiva de este problema, ofreciéndole a los hoteles y resorts de las islas de la región, una solución definitiva a este problema. ## Founder Mariano Lugari # Earthwise Exchange · Clean Industry # Earthwise Exchange **Country:** Colombia · Bogotá **Category:** Clean Industry **Impact Areas:** Mitigation **Stage:** Ideation --- ## Elevator Pitch La plataforma permite conectar empresas comprometidas con prácticas verdes o que ofrezcan servicios y productos sostenibles, tanto en ámbito B2B como B2C, al igual que personas o pymes que también se identifiquen con la sostenibilidad, negocio verde. La plataforma tiene como objetivo servir como un centro de encuentro de negocios verdes en donde pueden promocionar sus productos o servicios, así como establecer colaboraciones estratégicas. ## Climate Problem Muchas personas y empresas desean adoptar prácticas más respetuosas con el medio ambiente, pero a menudo encuentran dificultades para encontrar proveedores confiables y productos de calidad en el mercado verde. Adicionalmente las empresas o personas que ofrecen soluciones sostenibles a menudo luchan por llegar a su público objetivo y expandir su base de clientes debido a la falta de visibilidad y recursos para la promoción. También existe la falta de conocimiento de todos los productos o servicios que están en nuestra disposición y a los que muchas veces se nos dificulta encontrar o conocer y que no sabíamos que estaba n ahí o si quiera que existían y respondan a neustras necesidades. Los potenciales clientes serían las empresas y personas o cualquier tipo de negocio que deseen promocionar sus productos o servicios sostenibles o verdes y las personas o empresas que quieran acceder a este tipo de producto o servicio ## Founder María Camila Cuaran Guerrero # MyPropChain · Efficiency # MyPropChain **Country:** Colombia · CAJICÁ **Category:** Efficiency **Impact Areas:** Adaptation **Stage:** Prototype **Website:** https://mypropchain.com/ --- ## Elevator Pitch MyPropChain ofrece una plataforma basada en tecnología blockchain para la gestión integral de activos empresariales. Sus servicios incluyen la tokenización de activos, automatización de mantenimientos mediante contratos inteligentes, control de emisiones conforme a normativas ambientales, configuración general, un dashboard informativo, perfiles de usuario, y un módulo OKR para medir objetivos y resultados. Esta solución integral busca abordar los desafíos en la gestión de activos, optimizando s ## Climate Problem MyPropChain resuelve desafíos en la gestión de activos empresariales al ofrecer una solución integral basada en tecnología blockchain. Facilita la eficiente administración de activos, optimiza procesos de mantenimiento, asegura la conformidad con regulaciones ambientales y promueve la sostenibilidad. Proporciona transparencia en tiempo real y trazabilidad de activos, abordando problemas comunes como pérdida de activos, mantenimiento costoso y falta de cumplimiento normativo, resultando en operaciones más eficientes y sostenibles. ## Founder Carmen Esther Ocampo Mayor # Ecoltura Barberia · Air & Environment # Ecoltura Barberia **Country:** Colombia · Pereira **Category:** Air & Environment **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy **Stage:** Launched **Website:** https://www.instagram.com/ecolturabarberia/ --- ## Elevator Pitch Ecoltura Barbería es una empresa emergente encargada del asesoramiento de imagen personal de caballeros, que se encuentra en funcionamiento desde el 20 enero de 2024 y que siendo consciente de su responsabilidad socioambiental crea una solución innovadora, al problema de la mala disposición que se le da al cabello en barberías, peluquerías y salones de belleza. ## Climate Problem En el aumento de la demanda de servicios de belleza y el cuidado masculino también se encuentra un problema ambiental que se ha incrementado con el tiempo: El cabello es uno de los principales residuos que se generan en las barberías, y su manejo inadecuado puede causar problemas de contaminación al agua y al suelo, el pelo es un material que tarda mucho tiempo en descomponerse, de acuerdo a (Clic Recycle, 2023) “se descompone lentamente y tarda de dos a tres años en desaparecer por completo ". Por tal razón Ecoltura Barbería ve una oportunidad de negocio en el mercado para lograr diferenciarse de su nicho trayendo una propuesta innovadora y atraer clientes con sentido de pertenencia hacia la protección del medio ambiente gracias a su propuesta de valor. ## Founder Faber Elvin Velasco Ladino # CARF-Cooperativa de Areneros Rio Frayle (Florida Valle) · Clean Industry # CARF-Cooperativa de Areneros Rio Frayle (Florida Valle) **Country:** Colombia · Cali **Category:** Clean Industry **Impact Areas:** Adaptation **Stage:** Ideation --- ## Elevator Pitch Socializar con la comunidad que extrae la arena artesanalmente del rio Frayle, con el fin de que se cree una coopeativa que los beneficie a ellos y a su comunidad ## Climate Problem El problema es que un grupo de personas de bajo nivel social, extraer de manera artesanal la arena del rio Fayle que se encuentra en nuestra propiedad, generando erosion al terreno, inseguridad en el sector, inestabilidad y peligro en su desempeno, mi idea consiste en formar una cooperativa que pueda organizarlos y generar mas ingresos ## Founder LILIA DEL CARMEN ARIAS MORENO # Vive tus Celebraciones · Clean Industry # Vive tus Celebraciones **Country:** Colombia · Florencia **Category:** Clean Industry **Impact Areas:** Adaptation **Stage:** Launched --- ## Elevator Pitch Cada año queremos celebrar nuestras fechas Importantes: matrimonio,grados,cumpleaños etc. Pero nuestro planeta sufre con algunas elecciones no tan amigables con el planeta globos metálicos o en plastico empaques de comida en plastico pitillos bolsas etc. Mi desarrollo de idea de negocio verde es: eventos pensados en cero contaminación por ello se creará un vivero para alquiler de plantas vivas donde los centros de mesa y decoración en general sean plantas vivas que vuelvan a retornar a su habita ## Climate Problem Mi idea soluciona el problema de plastico en celebraciones he sido testigo de en todas las celebraciones salen tulas y más tulas de basura y más de el 80% es plastico de platos, globos, manteles cortinas etc. La idea que seamos más amigables con este planeta NO podemos seguir celebrando de una manera inconsciente que la felicidad de unas horas de una celebración importante en nuestra vida se convierta en un mañana sin planeta vivo . MIS CLIENTES son todas las personas que desean hacer un homenaje a sus seres queridos por una fecha especial un Matrimonio,cumpleaños, grados, y empresas públicas y privadas que quieran hacer sus eventos más sustentables y que quieran aportar su granito en un planeta más vivo y von menos contaminación. ## Founder Yuli paola Perez cuervo # Reservar natural la guacamaya · Air & Environment # Reservar natural la guacamaya **Country:** Colombia · Puerto libertador **Category:** Air & Environment **Impact Areas:** Adaptation **Stage:** Ideation --- ## Elevator Pitch Teniendo en cuenta que en el área donde vivimos se encuentra rodeada de minas a cielo abierto de carbón, oro, níquel y cobre, los niveles de contaminación son muy altos y el cambio climático se ve y se siente a diario. La desforestación el desplazamiento de la fauna y flora natural de la región está siendo desplazada y el agua cada día es menor, los veranos más largos y los inviernos más fuertes, provocando sequías e inundaciones. Quiero iniciar un proyecto de creación de una reserva natural mun ## Climate Problem La desforestación el desplazamiento de la fauna y flora natural de la región está siendo desplazada y el agua cada día es menor, los veranos más largos y los inviernos más fuertes, provocando sequías e inundaciones. ## Founder JORGE LUIS BEDOYA ALEAN # Fuenteverde Ingenieria SAS · Clean Energy # Fuenteverde Ingenieria SAS **Country:** Colombia · Medellín, Colombia **Category:** Clean Energy **Impact Areas:** Mitigation **Stage:** Prototype --- ## Elevator Pitch La empresa nace al identificar la necesidad de generar servicios para el desarrollo de soluciones de ingeniería y de infraestructura de servicios para manejos de acueductos y alcantarillados y de generación de energías limpias para autoconsumo, de la mano con los clientes, formando alianzas estratégicas que permitan soluciones integrales, utilizando procesos enfocados en la calidad, eficiencia y eficacia. La idea es atender comunidades que no tienen satisfechas estas necesidades o pequeñas empre ## Climate Problem La idea es atender comunidades que no tienen satisfechas necesidades energéticas o de manejo de aguas tanto potable como aguas servidas o pequeñas empresas que aun utilizan carbón mineral o vegetal o energías costosas para sus actividades de producción y que mediante la utilización de energías limpias pueden contribuir a hacer frente al cambio Climático. Estas comunidades y/o empresas sobre todo con vocación agrícola y agropecuaria seria los potenciales clientes, quienes con una buena asesoría técnica y financiera puedan tener el retorno adecuado de sus inversiones y así acceder a nuevas tecnologías limpias. ## Founder Jhon Wilmar Castaño Castro # GLobal Green · Food & Agriculture # GLobal Green **Country:** Colombia · Tunja **Category:** Food & Agriculture **Impact Areas:** Nature-Based, Mitigation **Stage:** Launched --- ## Elevator Pitch Global Green se especializa en brindar acompañamiento y asesoría a lo largo del ciclo de cultivo. Creamos herramientas basadas en datos que satisfacen las necesidades del sector agropecuario, facilitando la toma de decisiones informadas en entornos inciertos y guiando a las organizaciones hacia la sostenibilidad agroecológica. Nuestras herramientas se fundamentan en la inteligencia artificial, específicamente en Deep Learning y Machine Learning, abarcan desde la planificación de la siembra , la ## Climate Problem Resolvemos la falta de información relacionada a los niveles de fertilización optimo para los cultivos, mediante una herramienta que permite la lectura del contenido de nitrógeno de las hojas de las plantas, lo cual le ayuda al agricultor a tomar decisiones en pro a la optimización del recuro fertilizante, así evitando la aplicación en exceso lo cual causa la lixiviación y por consiguiente la nitrificación de las aguas subterráneas, también buscamos proveer a los agricultores de un sistema de administración agropecuaria el cual les permite observar variables clave de su producción y tomar decisiones al respecto. El segmento de clientes al que esta dirigido nuestro servicio son todas aquellas personas que están relacionadas con la producción agropecuaria, ya sean productores a gran escala o a pequeña, llevamos un servicio que permite analizar sus cultivos para poder tomar decisiones basadas en datos. ## Founder Diego Israel Sanabria Higuera # Kualitas · Air & Environment # Kualitas **Country:** Colombia · Bogota **Category:** Air & Environment **Impact Areas:** Adaptation **Stage:** Launched --- ## Elevator Pitch Consultoría especializada para certificar laboratorios clínicos verdes, promoviendo prácticas sostenibles y cumplimiento normativo ambiental en Colombia y Latinoamérica. ## Climate Problem El problema que estamos resolviendo es la necesidad de transformar los laboratorios clínicos en espacios más seguros y sostenibles, reduciendo su impacto ambiental negativo y promoviendo prácticas más eficientes en el uso de recursos como energía, agua y productos químicos. Además, buscamos ayudar a estos laboratorios a cumplir con los estándares ambientales establecidos por la regulación nacional. El cliente que pagará por este servicio son los laboratorios clínicos en Colombia y se puede extender a Latinoamérica. Aproximadamente hay 3000 laboratorios clínicos en Colombia, esto representa una gran oportunidad para la consultoría especializada y certificación de laboratorios verdes y sostenibles. ## Founder Monica Gisell Diaz Artunduaga # Indra House Eco hotel - Aula ambiental · Food & Agriculture # Indra House Eco hotel - Aula ambiental **Country:** Colombia · Cartagena **Category:** Food & Agriculture **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy **Stage:** Launched --- ## Elevator Pitch Nuestra idea de negocio en Indra House se centra en establecer un eco-hotel y aula ambiental en Isla Fuerte, con un enfoque primordial en la conservación de la biodiversidad local. A través de proyectos educativos, de rescate y rehabilitación de flora y fauna silvestre, nuestro objetivo es ofrecer un refugio seguro y cuidados adecuados para especies en peligro de extinción, por ejemplo los osos perezosos e iguanas en colaboración con organizaciones locales. Además, buscamos convertir el aula amb ## Climate Problem Indra House Isla aborda varios problemas ambientales y comunitarios en Isla Fuerte. En primer lugar, se enfrenta al problema de la pérdida de biodiversidad y la degradación del hábitat al rescatar y rehabilitar flora y fauna silvestre en peligro de extinción. Además, proporciona un refugio seguro para animales rescatados, aliviando la presión sobre las especies locales y promoviendo su conservación. Los clientes que pagarán por estos servicios incluyen tanto a los turistas que buscan una experiencia eco-turística auténtica y consciente como a la comunidad local interesada en participar en programas educativos y actividades de concienciación ambiental. Además, el eco-hostal recibe ayuda y brinda oportunidades de voluntariado, lo que permite una participación activa de individuos y organizaciones comprometidas con la protección del medio ambiente y la promoción de prácticas sostenibles. ## Founder Simón Mejía # Bosque los coronados2024/ · Food & Agriculture # Bosque los coronados2024/ **Country:** Colombia · Guatemala **Category:** Food & Agriculture **Impact Areas:** Adaptation **Stage:** Ideation --- ## Elevator Pitch Siembra de árboles frutales y no frutales ## Climate Problem Ayudar al cambio climático ## Founder Anggy Perez # earthset · Clean Industry # earthset **Country:** Colombia · Medellín **Category:** Clean Industry **Impact Areas:** Adaptation **Stage:** Ideation **Website:** https://www.instagram.com/velasquezproducer/ --- ## Elevator Pitch "Earthset es una empresa comprometida con fomentar prácticas de sostenibilidad en la industria audiovisual. Nuestro enfoque abarca soluciones en la cadena logistica y operativa sin abandonar la parte educativa, ofreciendo servicios integrales para enfrentar el cambio climático y promover un futuro más sostenible. ## Climate Problem Earthset aborda la falta de conciencia y acción en sostenibilidad en la industria audiovisual. Nuestros clientes, como productoras de cine, estudios de grabación y agencias de eventos, reconocen la importancia de la sostenibilidad pero enfrentan desafíos para implementarla. Están dispuestos a pagar por nuestros servicios porque buscan cumplir estándares, reducir su impacto ambiental y mejorar su reputación. Además, al adoptar prácticas sostenibles, pueden generar ahorros a largo plazo al reducir costos operativos y riesgos asociados al cambio climático. ## Founder Santiago Velasquez Estrada # iColParts · Air & Environment # iColParts **Country:** Colombia · Bogotá Distrito capital **Category:** Air & Environment **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy **Stage:** Launched **Website:** https://icolpartsr.wixsite.com/icolparts --- ## Elevator Pitch Nuestra idea de Negocio es la producción y venta de azulejos, bricks, mosaicos y fachaletas para enchapar espacios interiores y exteriores, de diferentes formatos, colores y texturas, nuestros productos están hechos de mármol ecológico fibroso MEF proveniente del reciclaje de la espuma de poliestireno expandido y otros contaminantes. ## Climate Problem Estamos resolviendo la fragilidad y peso de los productos de mármol convencional, nuestro producto es 50% más liviano y 40% más resistente a la abrasión, con ello trae beneficios operacionales en cuanto a la eficiencia es el transporte y su instalación. Sumado a sus características funcionales, está el valor agregado ambiental, ya que los nuestros vienen de la contaminación urbana y no de la deforestación y la minería a cielo abierto, lo que convierte a los proyectos de interior y exterior, es espacios adaptados al cambio climático, calmando el afán de la crisis climática que afecta a los espacios habitacionales. ## Founder Santiago Fajardo Ramírez # SUMATRA - Recuperadora y Ecovariedades (SumarLab) · Air & Environment # SUMATRA - Recuperadora y Ecovariedades (SumarLab) **Country:** Colombia · Barranquilla **Category:** Air & Environment **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy **Stage:** Launched --- ## Elevator Pitch SUMATRA – Recuperadora: es un programa ecológico impulsado por emprendedores barranquilleros, decididos a generar conciencia ambiental entre los distintos actores que conforman nuestra sociedad, aportando a la consecución de los Objetivos de Desarrollo Sostenible establecidos por la ONU y la implementación de una economía circular, desarrollo de Programas de reciclaje incluidos educación ambiental. SUMATRA - Ecovariedades: Tienda de reúso y productos de segundo uso, fundamentales para reducir nu ## Climate Problem SUMATRA diariamente aporta a la resolución de la gestión de residuos en nuestra sociedad, suministramos materias primas recuperadas a empresas transformadoras dentro de una economía circular y disminuimos la huella de carbono de la industria al tener un portafolio de productos de uso cotidiano que son de segundo uso y provienen de programas de reciclaje. Los usuarios dispuestos a pagar son empresas transformadoras, comercializadoras y exportadoras de materias primas recicladas. También están dispuestas a pagar las empresas, instituciones o negocios que requieren indicadores ambientales o que por modo propio deciden aportar al planeta. De nuestro portafolio de Ecovariedades los clientes son personas naturales o jurídicas que requieren cajas de cartón para embalaje o mudanzas, negocios que requieren envases plásticos, ciudadanos con mascotas que utilizan periódicos o cualquiera que disfrute de la literatura. ## Founder MANOLO PARRA ACUÑA # (ECHMING)ESTRUCTURAS CONSTRUIDAS EN HORMIGÓN MODIFICADO EN INGENIERÍA · Air & Environment # (ECHMING)ESTRUCTURAS CONSTRUIDAS EN HORMIGÓN MODIFICADO EN INGENIERÍA **Country:** Colombia · yopal **Category:** Air & Environment **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy **Stage:** Prototype --- ## Elevator Pitch Presento mi proyecto de investigación sobre un agregado pétreo sintético para concretos sostenibles y livianos, con el objetivo de abordar el cambio climático en la construcción. Este proyecto busca transformar residuos sólidos en recursos valiosos, promoviendo la sostenibilidad y la innovación en los rellenos sanitarios. Estoy abierto a colaboraciones o empleo relacionados con esta iniciativa para contribuir a un futuro más limpio y próspero. Detalles adicionales y disponibilidad para discutir ## Climate Problem Estoy emocionado de compartir una visión innovadora que aborda la gestión de residuos sólidos mediante una simbiosis eficiente para moldear diversas materias primas. Este proyecto representa un enfoque audaz hacia la sostenibilidad y la gestión ambientalmente consciente de los desechos. La premisa central de esta iniciativa radica en la transformación de los residuos sólidos en recursos valiosos mediante procesos de simbiosis eficientes. En lugar de ver los desechos como un problema, los consideramos como una oportunidad para la creación de nuevos materiales y productos. Imaginen un escenario donde los residuos de una industria se convierten en materias primas para otra, generando así un ciclo de recursos que minimiza el desperdicio y maximiza la eficiencia. Esta es la esencia de la simbiosis industrial, donde las empresas trabajan en colaboración para optimizar el uso de los recursos y reducir su impacto ambiental. En este contexto, mi investigación se enfoca en identificar y desarrol ## Founder Elioth Stiven Vega Medina # BioHunters · Clean Industry # BioHunters **Country:** Colombia · Bogotà **Category:** Clean Industry **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy **Stage:** Prototype --- ## Elevator Pitch En BioHunters nos dedicamos a aplicar en diferentes industrias la pulpa o cascara de cafè, siendo esta un subproducto desechado en la industria cafetera, que genera contaminación a las aguas subterráneas, actualmente estamos en proceso de producción de un material similar al cuero a partir de la pulpa de café, partiendo de un programa llamado Emperatriz, donde las mujeres amas de casa caficultoras que recolectan la cascara, ademas de generar ingresos las apoyamos en capacitación, temas financier ## Climate Problem con el Material similar al cuero estamos entregándole a los empresario en general una solución sostenible para sus productos de la industria de la moda pues es un material ecológico, vegano, resistente y de buena apariencia con el componente natural de la cascara de cafè siendo esta un subproducto de la industria cafetera que esta generando contaminación pero que ademas de ayudar al planeta se està beneficiando una población vulnerable. ## Founder ANA CRISTINA SILVA ALMARIO # VERDE · Air & Environment # VERDE **Country:** Colombia · Medellín **Category:** Air & Environment **Impact Areas:** Adaptation **Stage:** Prototype --- ## Elevator Pitch Es una aplicación que proporciona el servicio de compra y venta de productos nuevos, usados, reciclables y reutilizados bajo el modelo de “oferta en tiempo real” utilizando geolocalización de proximidad entre las dos partes, comprador y vendedor. Las condiciones de compra y venta de productos reciclables se determinan en el curso de las negociaciones instantáneas entre compradores y vendedores sin usar algoritmos arbitrarios de precios. Los precios de los productos nuevos y usados los determina ## Climate Problem ¿Cómo hacer más eficiente, sustentable y rentable la separación, clasificación, recolección y disposición final de los recursos aprovechables para las entidades públicas, privadas y demás organizaciones que generar sus operaciones e ingresos a partir de productos reciclables? ## Founder Juan carlos Monsalve Arroyave # BARUK COMPANY · Efficiency # BARUK COMPANY **Country:** Colombia · Bogota **Category:** Efficiency **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy **Stage:** Prototype **Website:** https://linko.page/b4rukc0mp4ny --- ## Elevator Pitch Desarrollamos un sistema de agricultura vertical que utiliza tecnología de punta para maximizar la producción de alimentos con un menor impacto ambiental, contribuyendo así a la mitigación del cambio climático y a la seguridad alimentaria global. Nuestro enfoque innovador permite cultivar una amplia variedad de cultivos en espacios reducidos, reduciendo la necesidad de tierra y agua mientras se minimizan las emisiones de gases de efecto invernadero. ## Climate Problem El problema que abordamos es la necesidad urgente de garantizar la seguridad alimentaria en un mundo afectado por el cambio climático y el crecimiento poblacional. Con el aumento de las temperaturas y la escasez de recursos hídricos, los agricultores enfrentan desafíos cada vez mayores para producir alimentos de manera sostenible. Además, la urbanización y la expansión de las ciudades están reduciendo la cantidad de tierras cultivables disponibles, exacerbando aún más el problema. Nuestra solución es un sistema de agricultura vertical innovador que utiliza tecnología avanzada para cultivar una amplia variedad de alimentos de manera eficiente y sostenible en espacios reducidos, como edificios urbanos o áreas suburbanas. Este sistema aprovecha la verticalidad para maximizar el uso del espacio y reduce la dependencia de la tierra y el agua, al tiempo que minimiza las emisiones de gases de efecto invernadero. Nuestros clientes potenciales son diversos y van desde agricultores individuales ## Founder David Santiago Figueredo Bustos # Ynaia de Colombia SAS BIC · Clean Industry # Ynaia de Colombia SAS BIC **Country:** Colombia · Bogotá **Category:** Clean Industry **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy **Stage:** Launched **Website:** https://wa.me/c/573105545792 --- ## Elevator Pitch E-naia ofrece una solución integral para combatir el cambio climático mediante un e-commerce de productos de economía circular, dirigido tanto a empresas como a consumidores finales. Nuestra plataforma fomenta la reutilización y reciclaje de recursos, reduciendo así la huella ambiental de las operaciones comerciales. Únete a nosotros para impulsar un modelo de negocio sostenible y contribuir activamente a la preservación del medio ambiente. ## Climate Problem E-naia aborda el desafío de conectar de manera eficiente a vendedores y compradores de productos de economía circular en un mercado fragmentado. Su plataforma sirve como un canal de ventas centralizado, resolviendo la dificultad que enfrentan tanto los proveedores que buscan llegar a su público objetivo como los compradores que buscan acceder a estos productos de manera conveniente. Los compradores, conscientes de la importancia de la sostenibilidad, están dispuestos a pagar por productos que se alineen con sus valores ambientales y éticos, convirtiendo a E-naia en una solución valiosa para ambos lados del mercado. ## Founder Andrés Páez # APS PLASTICOS COLOMBIA · Clean Industry # APS PLASTICOS COLOMBIA **Country:** Colombia · Medellin **Category:** Clean Industry **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy **Stage:** Launched **Website:** https://www.estra.com/Ecobins --- ## Elevator Pitch APS PLASTICOS COLOMBIA somos una empresa que buscamos agregarle valor a la cadena de suministros del reciclaje de los residuos plásticos de Colombia a través de la innovación en la generación de materias primas de ingeniería; logrando así contribuir a la producción y consumos responsables en nuestros entornos ## Climate Problem ESTAMOS REALIZANDO EL CIERRE DE CICLO DE RESIDUOS POLIMERICOS COMPLEJOS CONVIRTIENDOLO EN MATERIAS PRIMAS PARA EMPRESAS DE LA INDUSTRIA PLASTIQUERA COMO LO ES INDUSTRIAS ESTRA, ENTRE OTRAS ## Founder marcela betancur # Granja Shalom · Food & Agriculture # Granja Shalom **Country:** Colombia · Argelia Cauca **Category:** Food & Agriculture **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy **Stage:** Launched --- ## Elevator Pitch Aquaponic farm (organic fish and plants) ## Climate Problem It solves the excessive use of water as well as its contamination in tributaries because, being a closed system, it does not generate discharges. The client is the residents of the municipality of Argelia Cauca Those who buy the product (fish and vegetables) ## Founder Faber Daniel Cerón Pareja # ALESCO SAS · Clean Energy # ALESCO SAS **Country:** Colombia · Cali **Category:** Clean Energy **Impact Areas:** Mitigation **Stage:** Launched **Website:** https://alesco.com.co/ --- ## Elevator Pitch ALESCO ha desarrollado STARFUEL Technology, una solución innovadora que mezcla hidrógeno verde al 12% con combustibles fósiles convencionales, permitiendo una reducción inmediata desde un 15% en las emisiones de gases de efecto invernadero y hasta un 25% en el consumo de combustible, sin necesidad de reconvertir los motores de combustión existentes. Esta tecnología ofrece un camino más corto y accesible hacia la descarbonización de la economía. ## Climate Problem STARFUEL TECHNOLOGY aborda el problema crítico de las emisiones de gases de efecto invernadero y el consumo excesivo de combustibles fósiles provenientes de motores de combustión utilizados en una variedad de industrias y aplicaciones. Estos incluyen transporte terrestre, marítimo y aéreo, maquinaria industrial, generación de energía, entre otros. El problema radica en que estos motores, aunque eficientes, siguen dependiendo de combustibles fósiles contaminantes y contribuyendo significativamente al cambio climático. Reemplazar o reconvertir completamente estos motores sería un proceso extremadamente costoso y prolongado para las empresas. STARFUEL TECHNOLOGY ofrece una solución innovadora que permite a estas empresas descarbonizar sus operaciones de manera inmediata, económica y sin necesidad de reemplazar sus activos existentes. Al mezclar hidrógeno verde con sus combustibles fósiles actuales, pueden reducir sus emisiones de CO2 y su consumo de combustible, abordando así el problema ## Founder Julian Tamayo # ReBio · Clean Industry # ReBio **Country:** Colombia · Chia **Category:** Clean Industry **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy **Stage:** Ideation --- ## Elevator Pitch Tejas sándwich de plástico reciclado y aislante biobasado para realizar mejoramiento cualitativo de vivienda rural en Cundinamarca. ## Climate Problem En Colombia, la industria de la construcción representa un alto consumo de recursos no renovables, energía y emisiones de CO2, siendo la segunda mayor consumidora de materias primas plásticas. Urge reconsiderar los métodos y materiales utilizados para conservar la riqueza natural y aprovechar otros recursos disponibles. Los floricultivos en la sabana de Bogotá generan un 15.000 ton/mes de biomasa residual, mientras que los envases plásticos de agroquímicos han aumentado un 460% en los últimos 5 años, con un aprovechamiento del 2.17%. Además, el 47.5% de las viviendas rurales presentan déficit cualitativo, con una tercera parte sufriendo problemas de humedad, goteras y riesgo de exposición al asbesto en tejas de fibrocemento. Es crucial rediseñar los tejados incorporando residuos plásticos reutilizables y materiales agrícolas renovables para mejorar las condiciones de vida en zonas rurales y reducir la sobreexplotación de recursos. Los principales interesados son constructoras y organiz ## Founder Laura Alejandra Lamprea Velez # Lizard Motors SAS · Transportation # Lizard Motors SAS **Country:** Colombia · Bogotá **Category:** Transportation **Impact Areas:** Mitigation **Stage:** Launched **Website:** https://www.instagram.com/lizardmotors/ --- ## Elevator Pitch Vehículo eléctrico para dos personas ultraliviano de apenas 360kg carrozado que recorre entre 120 km y 150 km a un costo por carga de 1700 cop proporcionando seguridad por su chasis tubular tipo rally en acero estructural, cajas de impacto deformables posterior y delantera, cinturones de seguridad certificados internacionalmente, frenos hidráulicos independientes con mangueras blindadas mas freno regenerativo con sistema abs electrónico, además de contar con una carcasa monocasco en fibra de vid ## Climate Problem Lizard Z1 soluciona los problemas más importantes en la movilidad, como la contaminación, alto costo del combustible, mantenimientos, espacio que ocupa en la malla vial, seguridad y aparcamiento; Lizard Z1 no tiene restricciones de pico y placa, no contamina por ser eléctrico, su batería llega a durar más de 15 años o 3500 ciclos reales por su tecnología Lifepo4 reciclable en un 95% ya que la mayoría de su composición es hierro siendo la más segura del mundo la cual no produce flama ni explosiones. Si recorre un promedio diario de 60 km, mensualmente solo pagara en el recibo de luz un promedio de 11 mil pesos cop, se carga en 4.5 horas en 110v o 220v ac. Es casi libre de mantenimiento sin acetes ni agua o partes que se desgasten, solo revisar pastillas de frenos y llantas. Es mucho mas seguro que una moto por tener chasis tubular tipo rally con cajas de impacto deformables y cuatro llantas que dan más estabilidad. Lizard Z1 está dirigido a personas que estudian o trabajan en un promedi ## Founder Javier Sánchez # Ika Fresh · Air & Environment # Ika Fresh **Country:** Colombia · Cumaral Meta **Category:** Air & Environment **Impact Areas:** Nature-Based, Mitigation **Stage:** Launched **Website:** https://ikafresh.com/ --- ## Elevator Pitch Somos una marca originaria de los llanos colombianos, compuesta por mujeres, que fabricamos bolsas reutilizables para vegetales con algodón orgánico. Al mantenerlas húmedas, estas bolsas conservan los vegetales frescos y crujientes por mucho más tiempo en la nevera. Con ello, evitamos el desperdicio de vegetales, eliminamos el uso de bolsas plásticas y fomentamos el consumo de verduras. Cada bolsa tiene un ciclo de vida aproximado de 3 años: simplemente se lava y se vuelve a utilizar. Son 100% b ## Climate Problem Una de las mayores problemáticas ambientales es el desperdicio de alimentos, especialmente de frutas y verduras. Muchas personas desconocen métodos para conservar los vegetales frescos y aprovecharlos al máximo sin que se dañen rápidamente. Es crucial contar con métodos de conservación responsables con el medio ambiente, que no requieran el uso de bolsas plásticas ni toallas de papel desechables. La falta de estos métodos también contribuye a un menor consumo de vegetales, lo que puede ser perjudicial para la salud humana y promover aún más el desperdicio. Además, al desechar los vegetales, se pierden todos los recursos utilizados en su producción, como el agua, los insumos, el transporte y el dinero invertido. ## Founder Jessyka Ramirez # Tierra Orgánica · Food & Agriculture # Tierra Orgánica **Country:** Colombia · Guatemala **Category:** Food & Agriculture **Impact Areas:** Nature-Based, Mitigation **Stage:** Launched **Website:** https://catalogotierraorganica.myportfolio.com/ --- ## Elevator Pitch La venta en línea de productos orgánicos (vegetales, verduras, frutas, especias, plantas medicinales...) para entregar a domicilio en las zonas dentro del perímetro de la ciudad y aledañas. Los productos se entregan en un empaque retornable y reutilizable en cada compra. ## Climate Problem - El cuidado de la fertilidad del suelo sin el uso de agroquímicos. Así como, preserva la biodiversidad. - Conservar la salud del agricultor y consumidor por no utilizar químicos tóxicos. - Reducir el uso de plástico o bolsas plásticas y reutilizar el empaque. - Reducir la huella de carbono por ser producto local y de temporada. - Mitigar la situación de pobreza que se vive en el interior del país. El cliente es un consumidor orgánico y consciente que tiene un compromiso por su salud, la salud de su familia y del Planeta. Vela por su bienestar, alimentación y cuidado por el Planeta. ## Founder Ana Laura María Cáceres Caravantes # Patasolatrekk · Air & Environment # Patasolatrekk **Country:** Colombia · Bogotá D.C. **Category:** Air & Environment **Impact Areas:** Adaptation **Stage:** Launched **Website:** https://patasolatrekk.com/travel/plan/entre_ancestros_y_montanas --- ## Elevator Pitch En el sur rural de Bogotá, el Cusmuy, casa ancestral del agua, es el resultado de más de 20 años de esfuerzo comunitario. Como bastión contra el cambio climático, nuestro turismo consciente y sostenible promueve la educación ambiental y la conciencia ecológica. A través de caminatas guiadas y actividades de bienestar, sensibilizamos sobre la importancia de preservar este tesoro ancestral y natural. Buscamos transformar estas experiencias en acciones concretas de cuidado, involucrando a turistas ## Climate Problem En el sur de Bogotá, el relleno sanitario Doña Juana recibe una carga masiva de aproximadamente 6400 toneladas de basura diariamente, generando una crisis ambiental grave. Esta situación se ve agravada por la actividad minera en la zona, que contribuye a la degradación del suelo y la contaminación del agua, exacerbando los efectos del cambio climático. A pesar de esta problemática, el área rural de Ciudad Bolívar, donde se encuentra el Cusmuy, alberga a una población aproximada de 9942 habitantes, muchas de las cuales dependen de la agricultura y otras actividades tradicionales para su subsistencia. Por otro lado, el turismo en Bogotá, especialmente el turismo de naturaleza, está experimentando un crecimiento significativo, reflejando un interés creciente en explorar la belleza natural y la cultura local. Sin embargo, este aumento del turismo plantea desafíos en términos de gestión sostenible y protección del entorno natural. En este contexto, el turismo sostenible emerge como una posi ## Founder Rafael Arley Vieda Hernandez # SAWA · Water # SAWA **Country:** Colombia · Medellín **Category:** Water **Impact Areas:** Nature-Based **Stage:** Launched **Website:** https://www.sawaparalavida.com/ --- ## Elevator Pitch Aunque poco se menciona el agua cuando hablamos de cambio climático, es uno de los recursos más afectados por las atas temperaturas que hacen que disminuyan las lluvias afectando fuentes hídricas que abastecen generación eléctrica, producción de alimentos y suministro de agua potable. Esta realidad hace que sea imperativo cambiar nuestra forma de consumir agua. Por eso SAWA diseña e instala sistemas para la captación y el uso del agua lluvia con funcionamiento automatizado, para que utilizar est ## Climate Problem El cambio climático ha disminuido la disponibilidad del agua en diferentes zonas de nuestro país, llevando incluso a racionamientos en el servicio de agua potable. Quienes reciben el agua potable, han pagado por esta para su tratamiento y ditribución lo que representa un costo que va en constante aumento. Las personas con conciencia ambiental y cuidado de su economía personal, perciben el problema de utilizar el agua potable en sanitarios, aseo y riego, por eso están dispuestas a implementar un sistema que les permita utilizar el agua lluvia de forma práctica sin incurrir en trabajos adicionales como cargar baldes. Esto sin duda resuleve su inquietud ambiental por el uso eficiente de las fuentes de agua y genera ahorros en su factura, tanto por acueducto como por saneamiento básico. ## Founder Sara Catalina Cure Zapata # Future with Flies · Clean Industry # Future with Flies **Country:** Colombia · Bogota **Category:** Clean Industry **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy **Stage:** Prototype --- ## Elevator Pitch Future with Flies es un emprendimiento que tiene como objetivo aplicar la tecnología como fuente de solución para las problemáticas ambientales que el mundo enfrenta. Específicamente desarrollamos tecnología con base en IoT (Internet de las Cosas) para maximizar la capacidad natural de la especie mosca soldado negro como agente biológico que transforma residuos orgánicos en suplementos proteínicos para la alimentación animal y fertilizantes orgánicos ## Climate Problem Nuestro emprendimiento ataca principalmente la sobreexplotación de recursos naturales como la sobrepesca y la agricultura extensiva para la producción de soja como fuentes principales de proteína para la producción de alimentos concentrados y balanceados de animales. Enfocando nuestros esfuerzos a productores agropecuarios independientes y empresas de producción agropecuaria con problemáticas de manejos de residuos y elevados costos de adquisición de alimento para animales ## Founder Nicolas Vargas # Grow green · Food & Agriculture # Grow green **Country:** Colombia · Oicatá- Boyacá **Category:** Food & Agriculture **Impact Areas:** Nature-Based, Mitigation **Stage:** Ideation --- ## Elevator Pitch Grow Green: Cultivando el futuro de la alimentación Grow Green es una innovadora propuesta que busca revolucionar la agricultura a través de cultivos hidropónicos verticales, tanto en entornos urbanos como rurales. Nuestra solución: Torres tecnológicas: Diseñadas para optimizar el crecimiento de las plantas con luz LED, maximizando la eficiencia energética y el rendimiento. Cultivo hidropónico: Un sistema eficiente que utiliza menos agua y nutrientes que la agricultura tradicional. Nuestro impac ## Climate Problem Problema: Escasez y acceso desigual a alimentos frescos: La población mundial en constante crecimiento exige más alimentos. El cambio climático y la escasez de recursos naturales amenazan la producción agrícola tradicional. Las zonas rurales y urbanas sufren de inseguridad alimentaria y acceso limitado a alimentos frescos. Ineficiencia y falta de sostenibilidad en la agricultura: La agricultura tradicional consume grandes cantidades de agua y recursos naturales. La huella de carbono de la agricultura tradicional es significativa y contribuye al cambio climático. Se necesitan soluciones más eficientes y sostenibles para alimentar a la población del futuro. Solución: Grow Green: Cultivos hidropónicos verticales en torres tecnológicas: Maximiza la producción de alimentos en un espacio reducido, ideal para zonas urbanas y rurales. Reduce significativamente el consumo de agua y recursos naturales. Minimiza la huella de carbono y combate el cambio climático. Ofrece alimentos frescos y saluda ## Founder Nelly Catalina Torres Niño # Productos del vástago del plátano Biodegradables · Clean Industry # Productos del vástago del plátano Biodegradables **Country:** Colombia · ARAUCA **Category:** Clean Industry **Impact Areas:** Adaptation **Stage:** Prototype **Website:** Climate-KIC website --- ## Elevator Pitch transformar la materia del vástago de plátano a papel y sus múltiples derivados, aglomerados, y hilo: Actualmente el vástago de plátano genera 15m3 de gas metano por tonelada de biomasa húmeda, es un gran contaminante de nuestra atmosfera al transformarse en una especie de lupa y hacer que los rayos solares sean mucho más fuertes. podríamos remplazar la tala de árboles para generar papel por el vástago de plátano ya que este contiene altos niveles de celulosa que es fundamental para la elaboraci ## Climate Problem ningun cliente, nadie quiere invertir en este proyecto de imnovacion y ayuda al medio ambiente. en realidad ya se como se hace todo los procesos, lo unico que necesitamos es dinero para comenzar a elavorar todos los producto, compra de terreno, infraestructura, maquinarias, capacitacion y comercializacion. ## Founder John Londoño # COLOMBIAN SOLAR SYSTEMS S.A.S · Clean Industry # COLOMBIAN SOLAR SYSTEMS S.A.S **Country:** Colombia · Pereira Risaralda **Category:** Clean Industry **Impact Areas:** Mitigation **Stage:** Prototype **Website:** https://www.colombiansolarsystems.com/categorias/agroindustria-sostenible/49 --- ## Elevator Pitch Con el desarrollo de DESHIDRATADO de ALIMENTOS con ENERGÍAS RENOVABLES; favoreciendo al Agricultor, Asociaciones Campesinas, Indígenas y a Empresarios, brindando las herramientas y dando VALOR AGREGADO a la ACTIVIDAD de ALIMENTOS. ## Climate Problem En Colombia con una oferta nacional disponible de alimentos de aproximadamente 38,5 MILLONES de TONELADAS, se PIERDEN y se DESPERDICIAN aproximadamente 9,76 MILLONES de TONELADAS, lo cual equivale al 34 % del total. En otras palabras, por cada 3 toneladas de producción se pierde o se desperdicia una tonelada (DNP). Las pérdidas en su mayoría son por falta de: Logística, Transporte, Tecnología, RECURSO ENERGÉTICO, entre otros ## Founder Julio Cesar Montero Rendón # CLP25 — Historical (63 ideas) Historical CLP25 ClimateLaunchpad applications # bikeU Projects S.A.S · Transportation # bikeU Projects S.A.S **Country:** Colombia **Category:** Transportation **Impact Areas:** Mitigation **Stage:** Launched **Team Size:** 3 **Website:** https://www.bikeu.com.co/ **Funded:** NO --- ## Elevator Pitch bikeU connects people and companies with bike operators for courier and bike mechanics services, promoting decent work, health, sustainable cities and climate action through 100% bicycle logistics. ## Climate Problem The existing problem is the lack of sustainable solutions for bicycle courier and repair, the offer is dominated by models with motorized vehicles and bicycles operators invisible to the customer, without technology or decent working conditions. ## Solution bikeU promotes clean and humane urban logistics, connecting people and companies with experienced and empowered bike operators with technology, dignified work and a purpose: to transform the city by pedaling and reduce our environmental footprint. ## Revenue Model bikeU generates revenue by charging a percentage for each service performed through the platform. In the future, we will implement a complementary monthly subscription model for partner companies based on growth and usage. ## Target Market Our target market are people who need to send packages or repair their bike in a sustainable and expert way, companies looking to reduce their environmental impact, and bike startups that dream of growing with autonomy, visibility and technology. ## Social Impact Migrants Women ## Demand Evidence The use of delivery platforms is growing and companies are increasingly adopting green logistics practices to reduce their carbon footprint and we have identified close to 150 potential partner companies that could be integrated to respond to this demand. ## Competitors Platforms such as: Rappi Favor DiDi Deliveries Uber Eats (with delivery option) Urban couriers Picap ## Founder Expertise bikeU's team integrates expertise in engineering, urban mobility, business management and operational strategy. Their expertise has been key to develop a scalable technology solution with a sustainable approach and commercial viability. ## External Support Everything has been financed with our own resources and we have had mentoring support from entrepreneurship centers of the Universidad de los Andes and the Universidad Nacional, and we have participated in events organized by the BogotĦ Chamber of Commerce. ## Team lvaro leads strategy, marketing and commercial team, and performs services. Monica executes the operational model and provides services. Carlos supports in the acquisition of clients and the search for investment to scale the project. ## Founder Alvaro Camilo Bravo Lopez # Minimalista · Clean Industry # Minimalista **Country:** Peru **Category:** Clean Industry **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy **Stage:** Ideation **Team Size:** 2 **Funded:** NO --- ## Elevator Pitch Sustainable fashion brand that manufactures clothing with certified organic cotton, through ethical and scalable production. It reduces waste and water consumption with a circular model and eliminating intermediaries to achieve a price 50% better than other brands. ## Climate Problem We reduce the environmental impact of the textile industry by using organic cotton, which consumes up to 80% less water. Our garments combat fast fashion with greater durability and reduce soil contamination and textile waste. ## Solution We manufacture clothing with certified organic cotton, under an ethical and scalable model in Peru. We use technology to personalize the shopping experience and reduce waste, eliminating intermediaries to offer fair prices. ## Revenue Model We generate revenue through direct e-commerce sales of sustainable garments. We eliminate intermediaries, which allows us to offer competitive prices with healthy margins and scale quickly in Latin America. ## Target Market Young people between 20 and 35 years old in LATAM and Mexico, who value product quality and sustainability. They are looking for ethical, durable and affordable fashion. They shop online, live in cities and prefer brands that care for the planet and respect people. ## Social Impact Indigenous Peoples People Living in Extreme Poverty Women ## Demand Evidence Sustainable fashion grew 83% in LATAM between 2023 and 2024. 73% of young people in the region are willing to pay more for responsible products. In addition, e-commerce in LATAM exceeded US$ 270 billion in 2023 and continues to grow. ## Competitors International premium brands such as Patagonia or Everlane, but they have high prices and focus on developed markets. Also local sustainable brands. As for the business model, Grana Clothing is the closest, but they do not use organic cotton. ## Founder Expertise Roger, 15 years working in the textile industry, in charge of the whole production process for international brands. Paulo, expert in digital mkt, worked in the commercial area for some of the most commercial brands in Peru. ## External Support None, we are at the stage of having the minimum viable product and we are just finalizing details for the market launch. Once colors and sizes are defined, the process of purchasing organic cotton takes about 90 days. ## Team Roger, CEO, in charge of strategic planning and the entire production process, from raw material sourcing to garment production. Paulo, in charge of marketing and sales, digital strategy and goal setting. ## Founder Roger Pasco # More Chance · Air & Environment # More Chance **Country:** El Salvador **Category:** Air & Environment **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy **Stage:** Ideation **Team Size:** 1 **Funded:** NO --- ## Elevator Pitch Renewing, repairing and reusing technological devices is the goal of More chance. to combat the culture of consumerism and the accumulation of electronic scrap. to bring together professional technicians who offer services at affordable prices. ## Climate Problem More Chance, would reduce electronic waste, which is a source of pollution, giving another opportunity, if the item is functional, but is discarded, it is renewed, if it no longer works, it is repaired and if it can no longer be repaired, it is given a new use. ## Solution providing a professional and affordable repair service, bringing the service closer to the people through social networks, and buying parts in bulk to offer better prices but with an optimal service. ## Revenue Model 1- charging for renewals. 2- charging for repairs. 3- buying, repairing and subsequently selling the technology products. ## Target Market all people who use technological devices ## Social Impact People Living in Extreme Poverty ## Demand Evidence I've seen all the electronic junk coming out of society, so there's a market for me to work with. ## Competitors the sellers of new products, but there it would be to raise awareness among the population on the culture of environmental protection. ## Founder Expertise I have knowledge in social networks to carry all the marketing of the project, I have experience in environmental struggles, so I move in the area. ## External Support none ## Team just me with my idea ## Founder Sara Valladares # ENERGA AUT“NOMA · Clean Energy # ENERGA AUT“NOMA **Country:** Peru **Category:** Clean Energy **Impact Areas:** Mitigation **Stage:** Ideation **Team Size:** 1 **Funded:** NO --- ## Elevator Pitch Empresa de Energ­a con generadores de imĦn permanente autoalimentados, totalmente limpia y segura a menor costo de las renovables, replicable en cualquier parte del mundo en zonas urbanas y rurales, a pequeħa, media y gran escala ## Climate Problem La idea es la implementaci³n de generadores autoalimentados que tiene cero emisiones reales de CO2 y costos de instalaci³n y mantenimiento mĦs bajos que las energ­as e³lica y solar, con potencialidad de ser mucho mas eficiente ## Solution Obtener energ­a elİctrica 100% limpia y abundante, con costos mĦs bajos capaz de llegar a todos los rincones de la geograf­a de Perş y que a su vez se puede replicar en otras partes del mundo ya que no depende de factores ambientales intermitentes ## Revenue Model La idea es la instalaci³n de centrales elİctricas en las principales regiones con carencias energİticas, los ingresos se generaran por la venta de la energ­a suministrada al sistema elİctrico nacional, venta de generadores industriales y para hogares. ## Target Market Mercado elİctrico del Perş, empresas industriales, edificios pşblicos y privados de alto consumo (hospitales, estadios, etc.), comunidades organizadas, pequeħos negocios y hogares. ## Demand Evidence Al igual que muchos pa­ses, Perş tiene necesidades energİticas llegando a tener mas del 5% de la poblaci³n sin acceso a la electricidad. Si bien Perş tiene un gran potencial para las renovables, tambiİn es cierto los desaf­os econ³micos İstos representan ## Competitors Esta propuesta es nueva, y se trata de proveer la energ­a directamente a la red elİctrica o vender generadores adecuados a las necesidades. Los competidores potenciales son las pocas empresas generadores con energ­a e³lica que operan en el pa­s ## Founder Expertise Soy Licenciado en Administraci³n de Empresas, puedo aportar no solo la idea sino tambiİn el liderazgo para la conducci³n del proyecto y direcci³n de la empresa. ## External Support No he recibido apoyo y İsta es la primera vez que me presento a una convocatoria ## Team desarrollo de la propuesta ## Founder Arnoldo López # Guardianes del Planeta: Educando para un Futuro Sostenible · Efficiency # Guardianes del Planeta: Educando para un Futuro Sostenible **Country:** El Salvador **Category:** Efficiency **Impact Areas:** Mitigation **Stage:** Ideation **Team Size:** 0 **Funded:** NO --- ## Elevator Pitch Guardians of the Planet seeks to inspire action and create a positive impact on the community. ## Climate Problem Lack of environmental awareness and insufficient practical education on sustainability. Disconnection between people and their natural environment. Difficulty in translating environmental knowledge into concrete actions. Lack of resources. ## Solution A comprehensive educational program combining theoretical and practical workshops, community action projects and awareness campaigns. The creation of an online platform with accessible educational resources and interactive tools. ## Revenue Model Ninguna ## Target Market To foster environmental awareness and promote sustainable practices in the community through participatory education and community action. ## Demand Evidence Demand is high: growing global awareness, young people demanding action, green legislation and local impact of environmental problems. Organizations and educators are looking for solutions. ## Competitors In the field of environmental education, competition can arise from a variety of sources, and it is important to note that in many cases there are collaborations and synergies rather than direct competition. For example, many NGOs. ## Founder Expertise Environmental knowledge, clear communication and data analysis, educational content, innovative ideas, and digital and technical support. ## External Support None ## Team The "Guardians of the Planet" project focuses on performing a number of key functions to address environmental education in a comprehensive manner. ## Founder Néstor Alexander Ramirez Vividor # GREEN FASHION · Not Assigned/ Unknown # GREEN FASHION **Country:** El Salvador **Category:** Not Assigned/ Unknown **Impact Areas:** Mitigation **Stage:** Prototype **Team Size:** 2 **Funded:** NO --- ## Elevator Pitch Elegant clothing designed and produced with sustainable and ecofriendly materials. ## Climate Problem One of the basic needs of us as humans is clothing to protect our bodies and look elegant. ## Solution Everyone caan be in the same page if we create access to it . ## Revenue Model By keeping production costs low. ## Target Market 18 to 38 ## Demand Evidence When it comes to pricing, there is a big gap between conventional ZARA like stores and people who can not afford them. ## Competitors H\&M, ZARA, ARTURO CALLE, BANANA REPUBLIC, GAP ## Founder Expertise I need 2 more semesters of time to finish my Marketing Bachelors at Universidad Tecnologica of El Salvador. I am also a backpacker traveller and aware of foreign markets, cultures, beliefs of different people. ## External Support Not yet. I am looking for it ## Team Market on social media. Structuring the business ## Founder JOSE EFRAIN GUZMAN # AireVivo · Clean Energy # AireVivo **Country:** Peru **Category:** Clean Energy **Impact Areas:** Mitigation **Stage:** Prototype **Team Size:** 1 **Funded:** NO --- ## Elevator Pitch AireVivo desarrolla microgeneradores e³licos de bajo costo, diseħados especialmente para zonas rurales que carecen de acceso estable a electricidad. Nuestra soluci³n facilita el acceso a energ­a renovable para iluminar hogares. ## Climate Problem AireVivo busca resolver la falta de acceso a energ­a confiable y sostenible en zonas rurales y remotas de Latinoamİrica, donde muchas comunidades todav­a dependen de combustibles f³siles caros o viven sin suministro elİctrico constante. ## Solution AireVivo diseħa y fabrica generadores e³licos asequibles y fĦciles de instalar, adaptados para entornos rurales. Nuestra tecnolog­a permite generar electricidad limpia a partir del viento local, proporcionando una fuente de energ­a constante ## Revenue Model Venta directa de microgeneradores e³licos a comunidades, ONGs y entidades gubernamentales. Alianzas con organizaciones de desarrollo y programas de electrificaci³n rural que financian soluciones energİticas sostenibles. ## Target Market Nuestro mercado objetivo inicial son las comunidades rurales del Perş que carecen de acceso confiable a la energ­a elİctrica. Segşn datos del Ministerio de Energ­a y Minas, aşn existen poblaciones en la sierra y selva peruana que no estĦn conectadas ## Demand Evidence La demanda estĦ respaldada por la necesidad urgente de electrificaci³n rural en el Perş. Programas como "Perş Electrificado" y estudios de entidades como Osinergmin confirman que aşn existen miles de hogares sin acceso a energ­a. ## Competitors Existen competidores indirectos como empresas que ofrecen paneles solares o generadores diİsel. Sin embargo, muy pocas startups locales estĦn enfocadas en generadores e³licos para zonas rurales espec­ficas de Perş. ## Founder Expertise Como estudiante de Negocios Internacionales con enfoque en comercio exterior y sostenibilidad, tengo experiencia en identificar oportunidades de mercado, construir redes estratİgicas y gestionar proyectos que requieren coordinaci³n log­stica y comercial. ## External Support Actualmente estamos en la fase inicial de desarrollo, habiendo recibido apoyo principalmente en forma de mentor­a tİcnica y estratİgica de expertos en energ­a renovable y emprendimiento social. ## Team Actualmente, soy el fundador principal del proyecto. Me encargo de la conceptualizaci³n, la investigaci³n de mercado, la planificaci³n del modelo de negocio y la bşsqueda de alianzas estratİgicas. Estoy en proceso de formar un equipo tİcnico ## Founder Nelson Antonio Rondon Castro # Cosecha de granos bĦsicos sin fertilizantes qu­micos solo con organicos · Food & Agriculture # Cosecha de granos bĦsicos sin fertilizantes qu­micos solo con organicos **Country:** El Salvador **Category:** Food & Agriculture **Impact Areas:** Nature-Based, Mitigation **Stage:** Ideation **Team Size:** 6 **Funded:** NO --- ## Elevator Pitch Barato Fuerte Y cuida el medio ambiente ## Climate Problem El cultivo de alimentos con elementos qu­micos que daħan el suelo y la capa de ozono ## Solution Utilizar fertilizantes naturales para obtener una cosecha buena bonita y barata ## Revenue Model Con la venta del producto a un precio mĦs bajo que el mercado y mĦs mucho mĦs saludable ## Target Market Las personas que venden el producto ## Demand Evidence Son alimentos muy necesarios y que a diario se consumen en la saciedad ## Competitors No conozco ## Founder Expertise El conocimiento en la cosecha y comercializaci³n del producto ## External Support Ninguno comienzo con mi emprendimiento ## Team Comercializar el producto ## Founder Mario Alexander Menjivar Rivera # Taller escuela de saberes en madera nĦufraga del AtlĦntico · Air & Environment # Taller escuela de saberes en madera nĦufraga del AtlĦntico **Country:** Colombia **Category:** Air & Environment **Impact Areas:** Adaptation **Stage:** Launched **Team Size:** 6 **Funded:** NO --- ## Elevator Pitch Recupera madera tra­da del r­o Magdalena transforma en objetos artesanales ,evitando que el CO2 regrese a la atm³sfera. Generando empleo y trasmitiendo saberes ancestrales, mejorando ecosistemas en manglares y playas de Puerto Colombia AtlĦntico ## Climate Problem Evitamos la contaminaci³n de playas y manglares con exceso de madera que arrastra de toda colombia el r­o Magdalena y evitamos que la madera se descomponga por cada tonelada recuperada evitamos que 1 tonelada de CO2 regrese a la atm³sfera ## Solution Recoger,procesar y transformar la madera en piezas artesanales de gran calidad, generando empleo,eso capacitaci³n empoderamiento bajando la huella de carbono y minimizando la tala de arboles para uso artesanal. Descontaminaci³n de manglares ## Revenue Model Transformando la madera en objetos artesanales, tablas de corte, c³ctel, mesas,lĦmparas todo tipo de objetos utilitarios para el uso de los hogares y vendiendo los en ferias y empresas. Dictando talleres con entidades publicas y privadas y capacitaci³n ## Target Market Personal conciencia ambiental que les guste la decoraci³n la cocina y los productos verdes eninnovadores, diseħadores de interiores ya artesanos que usen madera para realizarmsusmproductos ## Demand Evidence Por la cantidad de productos que se utilizan en en d­a a d­a hechos en madera ## Competitors Ninguno ## Founder Expertise Equipo de 6 talleres artesanales capacitados en el uso y transformaci³n de esta madera, con excelentes acabados que compiten a nivel local y nacional destacados como maestros artesanos , capacidad para transmisi³n de conocimientos ## External Support Ninguno ## Team Artesanos expertos en talla y mezcla de madera con otros materiales ## Founder Mariana Constanza Quiñones López # Wheelo · Air & Environment # Wheelo **Country:** Colombia **Category:** Air & Environment **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy **Stage:** Ideation **Team Size:** 8 **Website:** https://wheelo.my.canva.site/wheelo-co\#home **Funded:** NO --- ## Elevator Pitch Wheelo is the first sustainability platform that connects sustainable companies with people. Allowing you to save money by carrying out environmentally sustainable actions or practices. Wheelo helps people reduce their carbon footprint trough an app. ## Climate Problem The general lack of knowledge in society regarding sustainability and the circular economy, bringing these two topics closer to people's daily lives, so that in their daily lives, people generate a positive impact by reducing their carbon footprint. ## Solution Wheelo helps people reduce their carbon footprint through an app by connecting them with green initiatives, sustainable actions and practices that they can implement in their daily lives ## Revenue Model 1\) Wheelo Points Annual Subscription (CleanTech Companies) 2\) Carbon and Water Footprint Compensation and Extended Producer Responsibility (REP) (Enterprises) ## Target Market TAM 165.17 Billion USD ## Social Impact People of African Descent Indigenous Peoples Persons Belonging to National or Ethnic, Religious and Linguistic Minorities Migrants People Living in Extreme Poverty Women LGBTQI+ People ## Demand Evidence Although there are sustainable companies on the market today, there are not enought incentives for people to consume their products/services ## Competitors 1\) Future Green Card ## Founder Expertise 1\) Mario Alejandro Muñetón Durango - Experience in Enterprises such as Accenture 2\) Mileynis Yulieth Velasquez Mendoza - Serial entrepreneur. Previously Co-Founded Nomad Agency and Towers CEM 3\) Cristian Ceballos Rodriguez - Senior Developer ## External Support 2.500 USD - Grant ## Team 1\) Mario Alejandro Muñetón Durango - CEO & Founder at Wheelo 2\) Mileynis Yulieth Velasquez Mendoza - CO-Founder & CMO at Wheelo 3\) Cristian Ceballos Rodriguez - CTO at Wheelo ## Founder Mario Alejandro Muñetón Durango # Mano de Sol, conservaci³n ambiental y turismo de naturaleza · Air & Environment # Mano de Sol, conservaci³n ambiental y turismo de naturaleza **Country:** Colombia **Category:** Air & Environment **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy **Stage:** Launched **Team Size:** 10 **Funded:** NO --- ## Elevator Pitch Mi idea de negocio es vivir del turismo de naturaleza mientras se practica la regeneracion natural asistida de un terreno que en la antiguedad era destinado a la ganader­a. Llevamos 12 aħos de regeneraci³n y dos aħos ofreciendo cabaħas en alquiler. ## Climate Problem Restauraci³n de bosques, bancos de co2 y proteccion del agua en zonas de retiros de fuentes hidricas ## Solution Aumentar las zonas verdes ofreciendo a las comunidades otras fuentes de ingreso alternas a la ganaderia y la deforestaci³n del medio ambiente ## Revenue Model Los ingresos se generan desde el turismo de naturaleza, con el alquiler de las cabaħas y el cobro por recorridos e ingresos a reservas naturales ## Target Market Turismo nacional e internacional ## Demand Evidence Colombia es un destino de naturaleza, uno de los paises megadiversos que mĦs atraen para ser visitados por los amantes de la naturaleza ## Competitors Es una propuesta a nivel municipal, muchas personas estan adquiriendo esta idea de negocio como modo de vida ## Founder Expertise Soy bi³loga, amante de la naturaleza y tengo habilidades para la administraci³n. mis conocimientos desde la biologia me permiten diseħar una reserva de importancia para la biiodiversidad y el cambio climatico ## External Support Ninguno ## Team Funciones administrativas y de coordinaci³n ## Founder Paubla Andrea Otalvaro Villada # PAOLA SOLAR INSIGHTS · Clean Energy # PAOLA SOLAR INSIGHTS **Country:** Colombia **Category:** Clean Energy **Impact Areas:** Mitigation **Stage:** Launched **Team Size:** 16 **Website:** https://www.paolasolarinsights.com/ **Funded:** NO --- ## Elevator Pitch PAOLA SOLAR INSIGHTS is a startup driving the energy transition in Colombia by advising households and businesses on the implementation of efficient, safe, and customized solar systems. Through a network of expert partners and a customer-focused model, we ## Climate Problem We facilitate access to solar energy and provide guidance on energy strategies to prevent, control, and reduce consumption, helping households and businesses make smart, sustainable decisions. ## Solution We offer expert advice on solar energy and energy efficiency, connecting clients with tailored solutions that reduce their consumption, costs, and environmental footprint ## Revenue Model We generate revenue through consulting services, commissions from solar system implementations, energy efficiency advisory, and personalized support programs. ## Target Market Empresas del sector comercial e industrial, hogares con alto consumo energİtico y entidades interesadas en sostenibilidad, eficiencia energİtica y transición a energ­a solar. ## 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 e and more companies and households seek to reduce energy costs and meet sustainability goals. The lack of technical information and trust in providers reveals a strong need for expert advice. ## Competitors I compete with traditional solar installers who prioritize sales over guidance. In my area, few companies offer personalized support and comprehensive energy efficiency strategies. ## Founder Expertise have experience in renewable energy, marketing, and sales. I’ve led solar projects and created the SolarWin model focused on strategic advice, customer care, and tailored energy solutions. ## External Support I have received mentoring from solar energy professionals, participated in sector-specific workshops, and collaborated with technical allies for project development. ## Team My team supports with technical studies, system sizing, financial analysis, commercial management, customer support, and the creation of educational content about solar energy. ## Founder PAOLA ANDREA SANCHEZ GUTIERREZ # Organic & Wealthy · Transportation # Organic & Wealthy **Country:** Colombia **Category:** Transportation **Impact Areas:** Mitigation **Stage:** Ideation **Team Size:** 1 **Funded:** NO --- ## Elevator Pitch My idea is to build a consulting startup, for sustainability business, to make them profitable ## Climate Problem The gap between Great sustainability ideas and entrepreneurs and sustainability and profit for being sustainable. ## Solution Help them with consulting ## Revenue Model By consulting hours , I’m trying to charge depending on profit ## Target Market Green entrepreneurs ## Social Impact Indigenous Peoples Persons Belonging to National or Ethnic, Religious and Linguistic Minorities Women ## Demand Evidence I have been at COP16 and other meetings where my services are requested ## Competitors Not known ## Founder Expertise I’m a business administrator, with experience in finance and supply chain, also marketing specialists and with a Sustainability diploma. ## External Support Not yet ## Team I’m now the CEO and all ## Founder Angelica Reyes # Embergy · Clean Energy # Embergy **Country:** Colombia **Category:** Clean Energy **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy **Stage:** Ideation **Team Size:** 6 **Website:** https://embergy.com/ **Funded:** NO --- ## Elevator Pitch Embergy was founded as a sustainable and circular economy startup. Through years of research, we have patented a process capable of transforming and invasive species in the Colombian rural area, into a green fuel alternative for wood and coal. ## Climate Problem Our business is solving 3 main issues: 1\. It provides a solution for the elimination of an invasive species 2\. It provides formal and stable jobs to local communities 3\. It yields a product that serves as a clean energy substitute for coal and wood ## Solution Our solution to these problems is to take the hazardous biomass derived from this species and transform it into a sustainable fuel through our patented process. This will be done by providing training and jobs to local communities. ## Revenue Model There are two main revenue sources: 1.Commercialization of the biomass byproduct derived from the transformation process. This can be sold as substitute for existing solid bio fuel sources 2\. Government contracts focused on eliminating the invasive spe ## Target Market There are two target markets for the byproduct: 1. Fuel for industrial heating applications (larger inventory, lower price) 2. Outdoor Living: wood pellets for bbq and smoking applications (lower inventory, higher price) ## Social Impact People Living in Extreme Poverty Women ## Demand Evidence We have already reached out to interested parties: 1\. Industrial: There are thermo electric companies and biomass reactos in need of supply. 2\. We have already sold pellets for household grilling in small quantities. We are lacking distribution ## Competitors Industrial: The main competitor is coal from local mining companies Outdoor Living: Main competitors are imported pellets from the US and Canada, though are prices are much more competitive given how we are locally produced ## Founder Expertise I published an article on the invasive species' viability as a fuel source and patented the process to convert it into solid biofuel, whilst eliminating the genetic material in the process. I have also become and expert on the local problematic. ## External Support We have been able to acquire a broad and positive reception to the project concept from important organizations involved in the subject. We have been unable to acquire financing due to budget restrictions in government projects in the past 2 years. ## Team 1\. AN: director of operations and strategy 2\. JC: Chief technical officer 3\. AB: Director of marketing 4\. BM: Financial and Social manager 5\. JN: Social network manager 6\. AM: Production Manager ## Founder Alejandro Nuñez # Cosmo · Not Assigned/ Unknown # Cosmo **Country:** Colombia **Category:** Not Assigned/ Unknown **Impact Areas:** Adaptation **Stage:** Prototype **Team Size:** 4 **Funded:** NO --- ## Elevator Pitch an AI Budgeting, forecasting and reporting Green tracker for green expenses and investment of companies helping companies channel capital towards decarbonization and just transition journey. ## Climate Problem Manual tracking of expenses still relying on spreadsheets More than 2 days are spent in expense reporting with an average of 40% of mistakes. Companies are reporting sustainability information and financial separately when should be together. ## Solution B2B SaaS that integrates accurately expense reporting, categorizing, tracking, budgeting and reporting based on EU regulation identifying sustainable investments and expenditures. ## Revenue Model Expense management software market is expected to grow 10% annually. Subscription based (€50 for freelancers, €100 for SMEs and customizable for larger companies. Transaction based model when there are third party app interacting, and AI expense forecast ## Target Market 60M ## 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 Because the regulation obligues company to report their CapEx and OpEx KPIs that are being channeled towards green investments ## Competitors Workiva ## Founder Expertise more than 5 years working in managerial roles in leading consultancy groups and experience building startups. ## External Support none ## Team CSO , CTO, Backend, frontend developer and UI/UX designer ## Founder Maria Alejandra Mora # Agrogreenhouse · Food & Agriculture # Agrogreenhouse **Country:** Colombia **Category:** Food & Agriculture **Impact Areas:** Nature-Based, Mitigation **Stage:** Ideation **Team Size:** 3 **Website:** https://agrogreenhouse5.wixsite.com/agrogreenhouse-3?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAad1hfGINDjinNeMLVXTEWtpOxksslvQLNTpXICH4\_n064HNgRu1\_ZUJ7THC\_Q\_aem\_NSJuNURnNPc1Hi7K5kNwfA **Funded:** YES ($1,500.00) --- ## Elevator Pitch Agrogreenhouse is a technological tool that helps farmers control the climate in their greenhouses and sell their products without intermediaries. ## Climate Problem Agrogreenhouse solves the lack of climate control and monitoring in crops, allowing farmers to remotely adjust temperature, humidity, and irrigation, increasing productivity, reducing losses, and facilitating direct marketing. ## Solution A device-connected app that allows you to monitor and control crop climate in real time via WiFi, Bluetooth, or LoRaWAN, and also includes a marketplace for farmers to sell their products directly. ## Revenue Model We offer monthly or annual memberships that include access to the app, climate control, and the marketplace. We also generate commission income from sales within the platform. ## Target Market Our target market is small and medium-sized farmers who need to monitor and optimize their crops, as well as merchants interested in purchasing fresh produce directly from the field. ## Social Impact Migrants Refugees, Asylum-seekers, and Internally Displaced People People Living in Extreme Poverty Women ## Demand Evidence We've validated the need directly with farmers facing losses due to weather conditions. We've also received interest in events and support from organizations that confirm the relevance of our solution. ## Competitors Yes, there are other initiatives in the area that seek to support the agricultural sector with technological solutions. However, many of them focus on limited functions or require high costs, while our proposal is more accessible and comprehensive. ## Founder Expertise I have a background in international business and experience developing sustainable projects. I also led Agrogreenhouse in national and international competitions, strengthening my skills in management, innovation, and teamwork. ## External Support We have received support from Enactus and BASF through mentoring, international visibility in Kazakhstan, and a financial award that boosted the initial development of the project. ## Team My main responsibilities in the Agrogreenhouse project are: coordinating the team, leading the growth strategy, managing partnerships, representing the project before tenders and juries, and ensuring that the solution meets the real needs of farmers. ## Founder Katerin Perez Rueda # PLANET GREEN · Air & Environment # PLANET GREEN **Country:** Costa Rica **Category:** Air & Environment **Impact Areas:** Mitigation **Stage:** Ideation **Team Size:** 1 **Funded:** NO --- ## Elevator Pitch Bolsas para basura y Productos (guantes, bolsas en general, vasos desechables de seguridad, etc) 100% compostables, certificadas por BPI, OK COMPOST HOME, OK COMPOST INDUSTRIAL, DIN CERTCO, ETC. ## Climate Problem Resolvería la contaminación ya que este producto al ser certificado, no emite gases contaminantes y se degrada en 180 días al entrar en el estado de descomposición (tierra, agua, interperie). ## Solution Que en los hogares se utilicen bolsas sin plástico(certificada), que al llegar a los rellenos sanitarios no emitan gases y estas bolsas de desingren en 180 días, esto ayudaría en la salud de las personas y el daño a la capa de ozono entre otras cosas. ## Revenue Model Este proyecto lo mantengo como idea, y con gran ilusión de ponerlo en marcha, ya que esto podría expandirse a las industrias exportadoras a nivel mundial, por ejemplo en el empaque del banano para exportación(toda caja de banano lleva una bolsa plastic ## Target Market Supermercados, abastecedores, industrial en general. ## 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 En Costa Rica por el momento no existe bolsas realmente certificadas, existes oxxo o recicladas que cono es de su conocimiento no son compostables y los precios son muy elevados ## Competitors En realidad en este momento no existe nada con el proyecto de bolsas para basura ## Founder Expertise me he asesorado con personas que han estado en el ambiente del plástico y a su vez e investigado sobre la contaminación del plástico ## External Support No he recibido ningún apoyo ya que en costa rica, el sistema bancario para realizar un préstamo, no exista apoyo a proyectos semilla o incubación ## Team Por el momento esto en la idea y luego valorare cuales serian los requerimiento del personal y sus diferentes funciones ## Founder Carlos Fernández # Vuelta a la Tela · Clean Industry # Vuelta a la Tela **Country:** Colombia **Category:** Clean Industry **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy **Stage:** Ideation **Team Size:** 2 **Funded:** NO --- ## Elevator Pitch Vuelta a la Tela es un proyecto de economía circular que busca dar una segunda vida a textiles en desuso,transformándolo en productos útiles y sostenibles como cartucheras y kits de organización. A través del reciclaje creativo y la confección responsable ## Climate Problem Vuelta a la Tela reduce la contaminación textil, promueve el consumo responsable y genera impacto social a través del reciclaje y la reutilización de telas. ## Solution La solución es transformar textiles en desuso en cartucheras y kits de organización sostenibles, funcionales y con impacto social. ## Revenue Model Generaría ingresos vendiendo cartucheras y kits de organización sostenibles a consumidores, instituciones y tiendas aliadas. ## Target Market Mi objetivo son consumidores conscientes, padres de familia, estudiantes e instituciones educativas comprometidas con la sostenibilidad ## 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 Sé que existe demanda porque cada vez más personas e instituciones buscan alternativas sostenibles, y hay una creciente preocupación por el impacto ambiental de la industria textil. Además, he recibido interés y retroalimentación positiva en espacios e ## Competitors Mis competidores son emprendimientos que trabajan con reutilización textil o productos sostenibles, como marcas de cartucheras artesanales y tiendas de productos ecológicos. En mi zona, conozco algunos talleres que reutilizan telas, pero pocos integran ec ## Founder Expertise Aporto experiencia en sostenibilidad, economía circular y trabajo comunitario, además de conocimientos en análisis ambiental y diseño de productos responsables con enfoque educativo y social. ## External Support Ninguno ## Team Una persona se encarga la fabricación de los productos, aplicando su experiencia en costura y reutilización de telas. Yo me encargo del diseño, gestión, ventas, comunicación y desarrollo del emprendimiento, incluyendo alianzas y estrategia de sostenibilid ## Founder Josep Díaz # ESPORA · Food & Agriculture # ESPORA **Country:** Colombia **Category:** Food & Agriculture **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy **Stage:** Prototype **Team Size:** 4 **Website:** https://www.naturalscience.com.co **Funded:** NO --- ## Elevator Pitch ESPORA is a new technology and intra-venture that automates the cultivation of functional mushrooms, bringing science, wellness, and sustainability together in a precise, accessible, and disruptive system for health-focused users. ## Climate Problem ESPORA addresses the limited and unsustainable access to functional mushrooms by offering an automated, low-impact cultivation system that empowers users to grow health-enhancing fungi at home, reducing waste and fostering circular food resilience. ## Solution ESPORA is an automated, patented cultivation device that enables easy, clean, and decentralized production of functional mushrooms—bringing lab-grade precision and sustainability into homes, labs, and classrooms. ## Revenue Model We will generate revenue through direct sales of the ESPORA device, subscription-based kits with spores and substrates, licensing of our patented technology, and B2B partnerships with wellness brands, schools, and research institutions. ## Target Market Our target market includes health-conscious consumers, biohackers, wellness brands, researchers, educators, and urban farmers seeking sustainable, accessible solutions for cultivating functional mushrooms for health, science, and food resilience. ## Social Impact Women ## Demand Evidence We’ve identified growing global demand for functional mushrooms in wellness, nutrition, and research. Feedback from early adopters, scientists, and educators confirms interest in a simplified, sustainable cultivation solution like ESPORA. ## Competitors Our competitors include mushroom grow kits and DIY solutions, mainly from North America and Europe. Locally, no automated, patented systems like ESPORA exist. Our unique integration of precision, automation, and sustainability sets us apart. ## Founder Expertise Our team brings expertise in biotechnology, mechatronic engineering, agronomy, toxicology, and environmental sciences. We have experience in R\&D, prototyping, and scaling patented technologies through public grants and science-based entrepreneurship. ## External Support We have received primary funding from Ki Natural Science, along with public support from Colombia’s Ministry of Science (Minciencias) through the “Crearlo no es suficiente” program and from the innovation agency Atenea to develop and validate ESPORA. ## Team Our team includes a mechatronic engineer leading device design and automation, an agronomist optimizing substrates and biological parameters, and scientists managing R\&D, prototyping, and regulatory pathways. Together, we drive innovation and scalability. ## Founder CRISTIAN DIAZ # protectoCam · Clean Industry # protectoCam **Country:** Colombia **Category:** Clean Industry **Impact Areas:** Adaptation **Stage:** Ideation **Team Size:** 1 **Funded:** NO --- ## Elevator Pitch seguridad para todos en cualquier momento ## Climate Problem La seguridad y la percepción que tengan las personas al caminar por donde sea sin tener miedo de que le vaya a pasar algo o que la con malas intenciones logre salir con la suya. ## Solution prefiriria decirselo a una persona que a un formulario porque siempre hay dudar de su funcionamiento y con el prototipo es mas facil explicarlo. ## Revenue Model venta del producto terminado, la base de datos en tiempo real que deben tener las personas pertinentes para hacer la recuperacion oportuna del objeto o dinero perdido. ## Target Market Estaria dirigido a B2B y B2Y para venderle a los comercios y completar el esquema de seguridad que tengan y al gobierno para que sea a nivel nacional con el sistema de camaras de seguridad que tiene la ciudad o el pais. ## 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 por la cantidad de objetos robados que se evidencian diariamente en el pais y la cantidad de personas insatifechas con el sistema judicial del pais y con la ineficiencia de la autoridad competente. ## Competitors Actualmente no conozco un competidor nacional pero a nivel internacional hay una empresa solo que se basa en el reconocimiento facial y las personas maliciosas cada vez se las ingenian para cubrir las partes que puedan llegar identificarlos. ## Founder Expertise La creación de la idea y poder optimizarla para poder crearla, direcció'n de la posible ruta que debe seguir la empresa para poder crecer. ## External Support diplomado por parte de la universidad externado de colombia. ## Team por ahora desarrollar la idea ## Founder Jose Daniel Salas Parodi # nush. mindfoodness · Food & Agriculture # nush. mindfoodness **Country:** Colombia **Category:** Food & Agriculture **Impact Areas:** Nature-Based, Mitigation **Stage:** Launched **Team Size:** 2 **Website:** https://nushfoods.co **Funded:** NO --- ## Elevator Pitch our consumers are seeking flavor and nutrition without sacrificing quality or convenience. Nush is a frozen food solution that allows us to extend the shelf life of our products for 12 months taking care of their health and environment. ## Climate Problem nutritional quality is not affected by the time we spend in the kitchen, in addition to reduce the waste of fruits and vegetables, promoting biodiversity, circular economy and land restoration ## Solution An easy, quick, and delicious solution, rich in nutrients, fiber, protein, and superfoods that promote energy and productivity, in addition to encouraging the consumption of fruits and vegetables while reducing their waste. ## Revenue Model b2b2c with smoothie pack for retail, smoothie cubes in industrial size for restaurants, spa, cafeterias. b2b getting to the client with our own store, ## Target Market Busy individuals (active/aspiring) valuing convenience & efficiency for healthy meals. Seeking better energy, mood, weight, and increased fruit/veg/protein intake. Wanting delicious, healthy alternatives. ## Social Impact People Living in Extreme Poverty Women ## Demand Evidence we have been in Rappi for 1 year selling 18.000.000 Colombian pesos, as well as We have been approached by restaurant and cafe owners interested in our portfolio, and we are about to start a deal with Olimpica to sell our packages (retail). ## Competitors Acai companies are our main competitor in the market today, however their products contain sugar and no added protein. as OAK BERRY, good acai, selva bubble drinks, myth protein bar, Mel amore barra fresca, cosechas. however most don't have retail product ## Founder Expertise As a health coach and passionate about nutrition, I have dedicated myself to developing products that meet our purpose and standards. while strengthening my personal brand with the nutritional knowledge I've acquired over the past six years. ## External Support Santiago Gaitán: CONSULTING AND SUPPORT SERVICES; Luxco, Juan camilo perez: specialist in nutrition and sports training; Dr Felipe Torres - Medicina Funcional, Mon'tic sas: ingeniera de alimentos, Emprende + universidad externado ## Team Adriana is in charge of everyday production and Rappi service and delivery ## Founder alexandra sanclemente # Soħatea · Clean Industry # Soħatea **Country:** Colombia **Category:** Clean Industry **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy **Stage:** Launched **Team Size:** 2 **Funded:** NO --- ## Elevator Pitch Soħatea is an upcycling brand focused in a magic aesthetic, with delicated details. We are dedicated to fashion design, rescuing pieces that yearn for a second chance to give life to unique and sustainable creations. ## Climate Problem The fashion industry produces large amounts of waste and pollution, encouraging overconsumption. Furthermore, the availability of sizes is limited, excluding many people. This creates a negative environmental and social impact that needs to be addressed. ## Solution Our brand transforms secondhand and scrap clothing into sustainable fashion, minimizing waste and pollution. We prioritize accessibility, size inclusion, and a circular model. We seek to balance environmental and social impact, innovating in the industry ## Revenue Model Selling those upcycled clothes ## Target Market Our audience is between 15 and 35 years old, creative, and passionate about fashion and trends. They seek to express their identity with unique garments and value authenticity, experimentation, and conscious consumption, prioritizing sustainable options ## Demand Evidence Several studies have been conducted on the upcycling market in Colombia, and the launch demonstrated how much the public is interested in achieving a balance between everything. ## Competitors Our direct competitors are other upcycling brands in the country, although we do not share the same aesthetic and that differentiates us, among other things. ## Founder Expertise I am a fashion designer from one of the best universities in the country and I also completed a master's degree in Europe that gave me the opportunity to expand my technical and social knowledge. ## External Support We had the opportunity to collaborate with a secondhand store on our launch. It was support in terms of display and materials, but not financial. ## Team Creative director Seamstress Finances ## Founder Daniela Rey # Tonatu Amazonas · Food & Agriculture # Tonatu Amazonas **Country:** Colombia **Category:** Food & Agriculture **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy **Stage:** Launched **Team Size:** 4 **Website:** https://linktr.ee/tonatuamazonas **Funded:** NO --- ## Elevator Pitch Creating natural products using ancestral raw materials that honor the richness and wisdom of our communities' traditions. In our business model, we adopt a circular economy, ensuring that all our processes are sustainable and respectful. ## Climate Problem Many people are increasingly disconnected from nature and use products full of chemicals or synthetics that harm their health and the environment. In many production models, natural resources are exploited without a focus on sustainability, leading to. ## Solution By reusing and maximizing resources, it offers a greener alternative that contributes to the preservation of the planet. It is based on the use and preservation of ancestral knowledge, which attracts those interested in products that keep culture and tra ## Revenue Model selling products such as shampoo, tooth powder, soaps, masks ## Target Market People of all ages, mainly between 25 and 45, looking for healthier and more natural options. Tourists who want to share an experience. Those who want to help preserve culture. ## Social Impact Indigenous Peoples Persons Belonging to National or Ethnic, Religious and Linguistic Minorities People Living in Extreme Poverty Women LGBTQI+ People ## Demand Evidence I am already in the market and have had good acceptance ## Competitors I don't have one in my area, but I know of other regions. ## Founder Expertise My contribution is knowledge of communities and logistics ## External Support none ## Team talks, business meetings, project presentations ## Founder Nelson enrique Hernandez # Sembrando Esperanza · Food & Agriculture # Sembrando Esperanza **Country:** Guatemala **Category:** Food & Agriculture **Impact Areas:** Nature-Based, Mitigation **Stage:** Prototype **Team Size:** 1 **Funded:** NO --- ## Elevator Pitch Sembrando Esperanza is a social project that provides clean water and nutritious food through sustainable solutions. Our innovation, Inno-plast, is a hygienic water filter integrated into a PVC-based cultivation system made from recycled materials, promot ## Climate Problem Sembrando Esperanza addresses the lack of access to clean water and proper nutrition for low-income families. Many parents cannot afford nutritious food, forcing their children to work, yet they still face health issues due to poor diets. ## Solution I offer access to water filtration and cultivation system made from recycled materials. It provides clean water and enables families to grow nutritious food, improving health, reducing costs, and promoting self-sufficiency in low-income communities. ## Revenue Model I will generate income through three sales lines: 1\. Low-cost for low-income individuals 2\. Sales to socially responsible companies 3\. Premium line for middle- and upper-middle-income families ## Target Market My target market is low-income people without access to clean water or adequate food, companies seeking to generate a positive social impact, and upper-middle-class households interested in sustainable solutions. ## Social Impact Indigenous Peoples People Living in Extreme Poverty Women ## Demand Evidence I have seen it firsthand during the validation of this project, and I have statistical data that supports it. This real- world insight and evidence confirm the need for this solution in the target communities. ## Competitors I currently do not have direct competitors in my country. The market for sustainable water filtration and access solutions is still emerging, and my project is one of the few addressing these needs in the specific context of low- income communities. ## Founder Expertise I bring three years of study and hands-on experience with this project.I am currently studying Sustainable Business and Innovation at the University,which has equipped me with the knowledge and skills needed to develop and implement sustainable solutions. ## External Support I received external support from Rafael Landívar University, where they helped me structure my business and develop my idea. I also won second place in the 2024 Ilan LATAM awards, validating the impact and potential of Sembrando Esperanza. ## Team My main role is to handle everything necessary in this project to give Guatemalans hope and instill in them the vision that they are capable, important, and deserving of a life with better living conditions. I am committed to making this vision a reality. ## Founder Jose Sosa # EKO City · Clean Industry # EKO City **Country:** Peru **Category:** Clean Industry **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy **Stage:** Prototype **Team Size:** 3 **Website:** https://ekocity.my.canva.site/eko **Funded:** YES (16000) --- ## Elevator Pitch We biofabricate construction materials using biotechnology and waste, creating high-performance products with thermal and acoustic insulation. Our solution provides a technical alternative to conventional materials, reducing environmental impact. ## Climate Problem Construction generates 37% of global CO₂ emissions, with 30% of Peru's solid waste coming from this sector. Conventional materials like drywall produce 15M tons of waste annually. Sustainable alternatives are needed to reduce emissions and waste. ## Solution We use biotechnology to biofabricate construction materials by transforming agricultural and construction waste into high-performance products. These materials offer thermal insulation and fire resistance, and are biodegradable ## Revenue Model We will generate revenue through the sale of our biofabricated construction materials to construction companies, interior design firms, and hardware stores. ## Target Market We target construction companies, interior design firms, and hardware stores in Peru and Chile, seeking sustainable materials and circular economy solutions in construction and design. ## Social Impact Refugees - Asylum-seekers and Internally Displaced People People Living in Extreme Poverty ## Demand Evidence The demand for eco-friendly materials is driven by regulations like the Green Mivivienda Bond and the Sustainable Construction Code. The global market for sustainable materials will grow by 58% by 2029 (Fortune Business Insights, 2023). ## Competitors Our competitors include companies producing traditional construction materials like Foam, Triplay, Wood, Drywall, and sustainable alternatives like bambu. ## Founder Expertise I bring expertise in environmental engineering, sustainable construction, and business management. Additionally, I have experience in biotechnology, circular economy, and creating innovative, sustainable materials for the construction industry. ## External Support We have received support from La Mezcladora HUB by UTEC Ventures, ConservationX Labs, and Catal1.5°ST by Climate-KIC. These programs have provided resources, mentorship, and funding to accelerate our sustainable innovation. ## Team Alejandra V. (CEO) – Leads the company, focusing on strategy and business development. Piero Beraun (CTO) – Oversees biotechnological processes. Mariel Ccora (CDO) Manages design and product development. ## Founder Maricielo Alejandra Vera Riega # The Trocha Co · Transportation # The Trocha Co **Country:** Colombia **Category:** Transportation **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy **Stage:** Launched **Team Size:** 1 **Website:** https://ursooutdoors.com/ **Funded:** NO --- ## Elevator Pitch Through collaborative partnerships with private enterprise, volunteers, and passionate adventurers, we support Colombia's most isolated communities with vital education and healthcare initiatives. ## Climate Problem Responsible travelers are increasingly disillusioned by "socialwashing" in tourism. They seek authentic experiences that generate a positive and tangible impact on the communities they visit, beyond empty promises. ## Solution We ally firms, volunteers & adventurers: firms provide funding, volunteers aid, adventurers transport. This synergy delivers sustainable aid to remote communities. ## Revenue Model We charge a trip fee to each adventurer and a fee to the private company to take their donatios to the comunity. ## Target Market Approximately 85% of global tourism is responsible tourism. In Colombia, it is expected that by 2025 tourism will move approximately 15,000,000 people. Our initial market will be 1% of that, meaning around 128,000 people. ## Social Impact Indigenous Peoples People Living in Extreme Poverty ## Demand Evidence We have prior experience with these trips, having organized them for approximately two years. ## Competitors Our most direct competitor is Academia 4x4 and Green Souls ## Founder Expertise I've been passionate about 4x4 adventures for over 10 years. I've traveled Colombia by car since I was very young and I have in-depth knowledge of the 4x4 community. ## External Support So far, we have only received support from the Externado University's entrepreneurship center Emprende+ and some external consultancies. ## Team Currently, I, as the founder, handle all aspects: expedition planning, promotion, and execution. ## Founder Francisco Bayona # Colombia por Naturaleza · Water # Colombia por Naturaleza **Country:** Colombia **Category:** Water **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy **Stage:** Ideation **Team Size:** 4 **Website:** https://www.instagram.com/colombiaxnaturaleza/ **Funded:** NO --- ## Elevator Pitch CoilxN is an innovative startup that leverages smart collection points, IoT technology, and blockchain to prevent used cooking oil from polluting rivers and oceans. By transforming waste oil into biofuels, biodegradable soaps, and eco-friendly fertilizers ## Climate Problem CoilxN prevents water pollution by collecting and repurposing used cooking oil into biofuels, soaps, and fertilizers, promoting a circular economy and protecting ecosystems. ## Solution CoilxN collects and repurposes used cooking oil into biofuels, soaps, and fertilizers, preventing water pollution and promoting a circular economy with smart technology. ## Revenue Model We generate revenue by selling biofuels, fertilizers, and soaps, offering premium oil collection services, and monetizing carbon credits, creating a sustainable and scalable business model. ## Target Market Our target market includes households, restaurants, and food industries generating used oil, plus biofuel producers, organic farms, and eco-friendly manufacturers seeking sustainable solutions. ## Social Impact Migrants People Living in Extreme Poverty Women LGBTQI+ People ## Demand Evidence Growing environmental regulations, increasing sustainability awareness, and the rising demand for biofuels and eco-friendly products confirm the need for responsible oil disposal and recycling solutions like CoilxN. ## Competitors Our competitors include traditional oil collectors and recycling companies. However, few offer a tech-driven, transparent, and circular economy approach like CoilxN. In our area, informal disposal remains common, highlighting the need for our solution. ## Founder Expertise Our team brings expertise in environmental law, technology, logistics, and circular economy. With experience in sustainability and water protection projects, we develop an effective, scalable solution with real impact. ## External Support We have received support through mentorship, and networking, helping us refine our model and expand our impact. ## Team Our team handles strategy, operations, and technology. One focuses on legal and environmental compliance, another on logistics and partnerships, and the third on innovation and tech integration. ## Founder Nikol Tatiana Camacho Pinto # Nishtamali · Food & Agriculture # Nishtamali **Country:** Colombia **Category:** Food & Agriculture **Impact Areas:** Nature-Based, Mitigation **Stage:** Prototype **Team Size:** 10 **Website:** https://nishtamali.com **Funded:** NO --- ## Elevator Pitch Nishtamali is a sustainable foodtech startup revolutionizing tortilla production with an innovative process that preserves 95% of corn's nutrients and improves its yield by 40%. Its scalable and highly efficient model reduces costs, minimizes waste, and r ## Climate Problem Nishtamali revolutionizes tortilla production with solar energy, preserving 95% of nutrients, increasing yield by 40%, and reducing waste. Aligned with SDGs 2, 3, 7, 12, and 13, we promote a sustainable and scalable model to transform global nutrition. ## Solution Nishtamali offers a sustainable solution that maximizes corn yield while preserving 95% of nutrients, uses solar energy, and reduces waste. It provides nutritious and affordable food, combating food insecurity (SDG 2) and promoting health (SDG 3). ## Revenue Model Income will be generated by supplying direct customers such as hotels, restaurants, distributors, points of sale and direct sales to consumers. ## Target Market Nishtamali's target market includes hotels, restaurants, dark kitchens, and vulnerable communities, as well as producers and cooperatives seeking nutritious, affordable, and sustainable food. It also focuses on the social sector combating food insecurity. ## Social Impact Indigenous Peoples Refugees, Asylum-seekers, and Internally Displaced People People Living in Extreme Poverty Women ## Demand Evidence We know there's demand for our solution due to the growing interest in more nutritious and sustainable foods, the trend toward healthy eating, and the pressure to reduce waste and emissions, especially in the hotel and restaurant sector. ## Competitors While there are competitors in the tortilla industry, Nishtamali stands out with its innovative process that preserves 95% of the corn's nutrients, improves yield by 40%, and uses solar energy, making it a more sustainable and efficient option ## Founder Expertise Nixtamali brings a unique combination of experience in sustainable traditional techniques, business management, and culinary leadership, ideally suited for a ClimateLaunchpad 2025 project. Their focus on nixtamalization and heirloom corn, coupled with the ## External Support We have not received any external support because the project managers have knowledge of the value chain and business support. ## Team The roles of the Nishtamali team range from the technical side operating our state-of-the-art nixtamalization equipment, tortilla machine operators, administrative team, and business development. ## Founder JAVIER MOZO # Glu Energy · Clean Energy # Glu Energy **Country:** Colombia **Category:** Clean Energy **Impact Areas:** Mitigation **Stage:** Ideation **Team Size:** 3 **Funded:** NO --- ## Elevator Pitch Somos una EnergyTech que transforma el acceso a la energía con soluciones digitales, descentralizadas y sostenibles. Facilitamos el acceso a la energía limpia mediante un modelo descentralizado, eficiente y apalancado por nuevos modelos de negocio. ## Climate Problem Las afectaciones por el cambio climático en el sector de energía en Latam, debido a la dependencia de fuentes hidroeléctricas haciendo que los costos de energía sean más altos, falta de acceso en zonas rurales y nula participación del usuario final. ## Solution Integramos tecnologías de medición inteligente, sistemas de generación renovable y baterías con software de control de sistemas eléctricos y adicionalmente integramos IA para aprendizaje de hábitos de consumo y desarrollo de modelos predictivos de demanda ## Revenue Model Venta de energía en proyectos de 1MW, fee por AO\&M y representación ante el mercado de energía mayorista, comercialización de software de control de sistemas eléctricos, consultoría en eficiencia energética con base tecnológica y desarrollo de CE. ## Target Market Agentes Comercializadores y Generadores de Energía, empresas denominadas altos consumidores energéticos y Pilotos gubernamentales en Comunidades Energéticas. ## Social Impact People of African Descent Indigenous Peoples Persons Belonging to National or Ethnic, Religious and Linguistic Minorities Refugees, Asylum-seekers, and Internally Displaced People People Living in Extreme Poverty Women LGBTQI+ People ## Demand Evidence En Colombia la demanda de energía crece anualmente un 3.1%, el alza en los costos de energía por causa de fenómenos climáticos impulsa un alto interés en usuarios de autoconsumo industrial y comercial y la necesidad de plan de eficiencia energética. ## Competitors Nuestros competidores pero también aliados y posibles compradores: Bia Energy, Neu Energy, Unergy, Enerbit, Klik Energy. Son agentes generadores y comercializadores por lo tanto son competencia pero también potenciales clientes en compra de energía. ## Founder Expertise Tengo conocimiento de más de 7 años investigando modelos de negocio para la transición energética, en eficiencia energética, medición inteligente, generación, Virtual Power Plants, relacionamiento con Universidades, corporativos y gobierno. ## External Support Hemos trabajado con la Universidad Nacional de Colombia, hemos participado en procesos de incubación con la CCB, alianzas estratégicas con actores de la industria y actualmente estamos buscando inversión para 10 proyectos de Generación Distribuida. ## Team Wilmer Lemus CEO relacionamiento estratégico consecución de equipo desarrollo comercial y gerencia Juan Martínez CLO experto regulatorio contratos de venta de energía acuerdos etc Camilo Sepúlveda Ingeniería en energía diseño y estructuración técnica. ## Founder Wilmer Lemus # Bubble Octopus & Baths · Clean Industry # Bubble Octopus & Baths **Country:** Colombia **Category:** Clean Industry **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy **Stage:** Ideation **Team Size:** 2 **Website:** N/A **Funded:** NO --- ## Elevator Pitch BOB has reinvented handwashing with dissolvable, non-toxic agar-based spheres that clean hands deeply—removing bacteria like E. coli—without using water. A fun, soap-free solution for kids and adults, and the only one of its kind in the world. ## Climate Problem Our product solves the lack of access to proper hand hygiene by providing a waterless, soap-free solution that removes harmful bacteria like E. coli—anytime, anywhere. ## Solution Our solution is cleaning spheres made with organic ingredients that are effective against diseases, requiring no water to work. They're ideal for situations where access to water is limited or unavailable, ensuring hygiene in water-scarce environments. ## Revenue Model We will generate revenue by selling our cleaning spheres directly to consumers, partnering with humanitarian organizations, and offering bulk sales to institutions like schools, hospitals, and businesses that operate in water- scarce regions ## Target Market Our target market includes water-scarce communities, humanitarian organizations, schools, hospitals, and businesses, with a focus on providing an eco-friendly, water-free hand hygiene solution, especially for children. ## 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 In Colombia, 3.7 million people lack access to clean water, and nearly 70% of rural households don't have proper sanitation. This creates a significant demand for water-free hand hygiene solutions. ## Competitors Our start-up is tackling the water waste problem by offering a solution that doesn’t require water for hand washing. ## Founder Expertise Valentina: Marketing & communication. Liliana: Chemical engineering & product development. Both drive innovation & market strategy for BOB. ## External Support We have received support and mentorship from the Universidad del Externado's business department after winning the best project in class. ## Team Valentina leads marketing and communication, focusing on brand messaging, outreach, customer insights, and partnerships. Liliana oversees chemical engineering and product development, ensuring quality control and continuous product improvement. ## Founder Valentina Jacome # Re-construye · Air & Environment # Re-construye **Country:** Colombia **Category:** Air & Environment **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy **Stage:** Ideation **Team Size:** 1 **Website:** N/A **Funded:** NO --- ## Elevator Pitch My company will be in charge of receiving and transforming construction and demolition waste into new useful and economical products for the housing sector. ## Climate Problem It solves the problem of construction and demolition waste management and seeks to give it a new use through new products for the housing sector. ## Solution Transforming CDW into new materials and new elements as economical as possible for the construction sector. This ensures the proper disposal of these wastes and gives them a second useful life. ## Revenue Model By selling new building materials made from construction and demolition waste. Such as bricks, paving stones and any other type of construction element that can be created. ## Target Market The construction sector, especially in the housing sector ## Social Impact Personas de ascendencia africana Pueblos indígenas Romaníes, sinti y nómadas Personas pertenecientes a minorías nacionales o étnicas, religiosas y lingüísticas Inmigrantes Refugiados, solicitantes de asilo y desplazados internos Personas que viven en la pobreza extrema Mujeres Personas LGBTQI+ ## Demand Evidence The demand for construction materials is associated, among others, with the housing sector, which always has a demand for new goods. ## Competitors Companies that manufacture traditional construction materials. ## Founder Expertise I am a civil engineer with more than 6 years of experience in hydraulic design, management and formulation of construction projects of different types of infrastructure. ## External Support None, it is an idea that I would like to make a reality. ## Team Do what is required to materialize my idea ## Founder Luis Guillermo Barrera Barrios # Linko Workers sas · Industria limpia (es decir, innovación en materiales, diseño, equipos, control, producción, envasado) # Linko Workers sas **Country:** Colombia **Category:** Industria limpia (es decir, innovación en materiales, diseño, equipos, control, producción, envasado) **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy **Stage:** Ideation **Team Size:** 6 **Website:** https://www.cleanpops.co/ **Funded:** NO --- ## Elevator Pitch At Linko we work "Tikkun Olam" by manufacturing sustainable effervescent cleaning tablets that eliminate the need for single-use plastic packaging and significantly reduce the carbon footprint associated with the transportation of cleaning products. ## Climate Problem Our tablets eliminate the use of single-use plastic packaging and reduce CO2 emissions from transportation, offering a compact, biodegradable and efficient alternative to traditional liquid cleaning products. ## Solution Cleaning tablets that dissolve in water at the customer's home or company NOT AT THE MANUFACTURER'S FACTORY, replacing polluting liquid products with a lightweight, plastic-free and highly effective option for domestic and industrial use. ## Revenue Model Manufacture and sale of our tablets. ## Target Market B2B En USA de Cleaning Companies, hoteles y restaurantes ## Social Impact Personas de ascendencia africana Pueblos indígenas Personas pertenecientes a minorías nacionales o étnicas, religiosas y lingüísticas Inmigrantes Refugiados, solicitantes de asilo y desplazados internos Personas que viven en la pobreza extrema Mujeres Personas LGBTQI+ ## Demand Evidence We have been developing our own formulas for 7 years after going to Europe and the USA to meet with this type of customers. ## Competitors Blueland, Fomin, Greenllama, nune, Terramandi, Simplehuman, Fabtab, Refill Route Tirtyl ## Founder Expertise We have for Colombia the certification of production capacity issued by Invima which requires that we have a technical director, quality leader, production leader and standardized plant. ## External Support From resources none, we receive training with Cleantechhub ## Team Lead and develop the entire team with strategies that lead to the fulfillment of the vision and objectives. ## Founder Nicolas Parra # MasVerde · Aire y medio ambiente (comercio, compensación y secuestro de carbono, emisiones, reciclado, biorremediación) # MasVerde **Country:** El Salvador **Category:** Aire y medio ambiente (comercio, compensación y secuestro de carbono, emisiones, reciclado, biorremediación) **Impact Areas:** Mitigation **Stage:** Ideation **Team Size:** 4 **Website:** https://masverde.sv **Funded:** YES ($19.81) --- ## Elevator Pitch MasVerde is a digital platform that drives sustainable trade and the creation of green spaces, promoting the circular economy and social inclusion to combat climate change in Latin American communities. ## Climate Problem MasVerde solves the lack of access to digital commerce for green entrepreneurs, promoting sustainable practices, urban green spaces and economic opportunities for vulnerable populations. ## Solution MasVerde is an app that digitalizes the trade of ecological products and services, promoting urban green spaces, responsible consumption and empowering green entrepreneurs in vulnerable contexts. ## Revenue Model Our model combines commissions for transactions within the platform, premium subscriptions for entrepreneurs, strategic alliances with sustainable companies and complementary services such as green logistics and educational programs. ## Target Market Entrepreneurs in the green sector (nurseries, gardeners, organic artisans) and urban consumers looking for sustainable products and services, with a focus on people interested in green spaces, circular economy and responsible consumption. ## Social Impact Inmigrantes Refugiados, solicitantes de asilo y desplazados internos Personas que viven en la pobreza extrema Mujeres ## Demand Evidence We have validated demand through surveys, partnerships with more than 30 nurseries and gardeners interested in digitizing their services, and the growing interest of consumers to access sustainable products and services in one place. ## Competitors Traditional physical nurseries, informal sales on social networks and generalist platforms such as Facebook Marketplace. MasVerde differentiates itself by its digital, sustainable approach and support for green entrepreneurs. ## Founder Expertise I am a social entrepreneur with experience in sustainability, digitalization and women's leadership. I have developed MasVerde from its idea to being recognized by regional programs, combining environmental impact, technology and social inclusion. ## External Support MasVerde has received support from programs such as Techstars Founder Catalyst Mujeres, Bridge for Billions (Conecta Centroamérica), INCAE Entrepreneur Award, Emprelatam, BCIE and Ayudando a Quienes Ayudan de Fundación Gloria Kriete. ## Team I lead the overall strategy, business model development, partnership management, participation in incubation programs, brand representation, and coordinate the areas of sustainability, social impact and growth of MasVerde. ## Founder María Elena Vásquez de Flores # GRUPO MAIN SAS · Agua (tratamiento, transporte, producción, control) # GRUPO MAIN SAS **Country:** Colombia **Category:** Agua (tratamiento, transporte, producción, control) **Impact Areas:** Mitigation **Stage:** Prototype **Team Size:** 4 **Website:** http://www.grupomain.com.co/ **Funded:** NO --- ## Elevator Pitch Supporting and making of chemistry analysis on enviromental samples for diagnosis of contamination. In addition we research about remediation nanomaterials in enviromental. ## Climate Problem Atmospheric emissions of hydrogen sulfide. ## Solution Biomaterial composite filters from the region and eco-friendly nanoparticles. ## Revenue Model Socializing results in environmental fairs and validating the prototype with potential users. ## Target Market Filter companies for acid gas production systems located in WWTPs, thermoelectric plants or solid waste treatment operations. ## Social Impact Mujeres ## Demand Evidence We have a regional ally, a solid waste manager who informed us of the need and according to bibliographic references. ## Competitors Activated carbon filters ## Founder Expertise We are 4 people from the areas of engineering and basic sciences. ## External Support none. ## Team Chemist with a PhD in Analytical Chemistry and Nanomaterials for the Environment - Quality Manager. Environmental research chemist has published on metal oxide nanoparticles-Operational researcher. Chemical Engineer-Head of Pilot Plant. Economist-Manager ## Founder Yuri Lorena Moreno Mariño # RaicesVivas · Food & Agriculture # RaicesVivas **Country:** Costa Rica **Category:** Food & Agriculture **Impact Areas:** Nature-Based, Mitigation **Stage:** Prototype **Team Size:** 5 **Funded:** NO --- ## Elevator Pitch RaícesVivas is an agroecological startup that grows pesticide-free vegetables using regenerative practices and precision technology. We produce our own bio-inputs with native microorganisms, lowering costs and transforming food systems toward a healthier, ## Climate Problem It addresses agrochemical dependency and soil degradation by promoting regenerative agriculture with local bio- inputs that enhance soil health and food system resilience. ## Solution Regenerative agroecological production using precision technology and locally produced bio-inputs to enhance soil health and reduce agrochemical use. ## Revenue Model RaícesVivas generates income through the sale of pesticide-free vegetables and locally produced bio-inputs, offering sustainable solutions to farmers seeking to reduce agrochemical use and improve soil health. ## Target Market Small and medium-scale farmers in rural areas seeking sustainable alternatives to agrochemicals, and consumers who value healthy, pesticide-free food produced responsibly.​ This concise description highlights the two primary groups that RaícesVivas ser ## Social Impact People Living in Extreme Poverty Women LGBTQI+ People ## Demand Evidence The growing demand for agrochemical-free foods and farmers' interest in sustainable alternatives confirm the need for regenerative solutions like ours. ## Competitors Currently, in my area, there are no direct competitors offering a comprehensive agroecological production model with regenerative practices and local bio-input production. However, there are small farmers interested in improving their practices to regener ## Founder Expertise The RaícesVivas team is composed of an industrial engineer expert in optimization, a conservationist focused on sustainability, a computer technician for data analysis, a producer with 20 years of experience, and a financial administrator. ## External Support I have not received external support ## Team Process optimization, sustainable management, data analysis, hands-on production experience, and financial administration of the project. ## Founder Mariana Chaves Araya # Eco Energy · Energía limpia (eólica, solar, renovables, biomasa, geotérmica, pilas de combustible, nuclear, medición) # Eco Energy **Country:** El Salvador **Category:** Energía limpia (eólica, solar, renovables, biomasa, geotérmica, pilas de combustible, nuclear, medición) **Impact Areas:** Mitigation **Stage:** Ideation **Team Size:** 4 **Funded:** NO --- ## Elevator Pitch Sustainable and efficient Environmentally friendly Development for the energy sector. ## Climate Problem Energy supply and energy supply ## Solution The implementation of self-sustainable renewable energy systems (solar ) ## Revenue Model In the installation of such systems and training for users who use them ## Target Market Companies and individuals ## Social Impact Refugiados, solicitantes de asilo y desplazados internos Personas que viven en la pobreza extrema Mujeres Personas LGBTQI+ ## Demand Evidence Because a considerable part of the population still lacks this basic service. ## Competitors Energy sector companies ## Founder Expertise Technical knowledge of the subject Development of other previously installed systems Feasibility studies ## External Support have not received support ## Team Administrator Resource Manager Designer Installer ## Founder Hander Palacios # ABS -Alternativas Biológicas Solubles · Industria limpia (es decir, innovación en materiales, diseño, equipos, control, producción, envasado) # ABS -Alternativas Biológicas Solubles **Country:** Guatemala **Category:** Industria limpia (es decir, innovación en materiales, diseño, equipos, control, producción, envasado) **Impact Areas:** Mitigation **Stage:** Ideation **Team Size:** 2 **Funded:** NO --- ## Elevator Pitch Production and commercialization of products of biological origin for the ecological management of drinking water, wastewater and agriculture and the production of inputs for industrial and commercial use. ## Climate Problem The absence of a massive supply of ecological products for wastewater treatment, drinking water and organic agriculture, and of inputs for industrial activity and commercial products. ## Solution To have industrial-scale supply and commercial access to biological alternatives for all these users. ## Revenue Model By means of business activity: The planning, projection, production and commercialization of products of biological origin aimed at the aforementioned activities and markets. ## Target Market Public Institutions: Municipal, Community and Central Governments. Private institutions: Local development organizations (NGOs), industries, businesses, buildings, hospitals and farmers. ## Social Impact Pueblos indígenas Personas pertenecientes a minorías nacionales o étnicas, religiosas y lingüísticas Inmigrantes Refugiados, solicitantes de asilo y desplazados internos Personas que viven en la pobreza extrema Mujeres Personas LGBTQI+ ## Demand Evidence Several studies show the increase in solid waste, liquid waste and greenhouse gas pollution resulting from population growth across the country, and at the same time the growing demand for environmentally friendly solutions. ## Competitors Small and medium-sized producers of chemical and biological products for the same purposes. ## Founder Expertise Environmental Engineer. Three years of work experience in small scale and community testing and production. ## External Support None. ## Team My person as General Manager; Define business strategy (Mainly production and commercialization). The second collaborator, Engineer in Renewable Natural Resources, Assistant Manager; Support in technical and administrative processes. ## Founder Eduardo Lico # ReFi Collective · Air & Environment # ReFi Collective **Country:** Colombia **Category:** Air & Environment **Impact Areas:** Mitigation **Stage:** Launched **Team Size:** 4 **Website:** https://www.reficollective.xyz/ **Funded:** NO --- ## Elevator Pitch We are a regenerative finance platform that germinates Latin American projects/startups and connects them with our global network of impact investors to restore ecosystems and empower local communities. Our moonshot is to regenerate 100 bioregions by 2030 ## Climate Problem The global SDG funding gap exceeds $4T/year. In Latin America, the lack of early-stage support and aligned capital is forcing regenerative entrepreneurs to abandon high-impact projects, weakening the region’s response to social and environmental crises. ## Solution We connect regenerative entrepreneurs in LatAm with impact investors through ReFi's multi-sided platform offering a portfolio of investment-ready ventures, funding match-making, capacity-building, and nature-based innovation to scale high-impact solutions ## Revenue Model We generate revenue through success fees on capital raised, startup acceleration and training programs, investor subscriptions, and consulting services for organizations and leaders on impact narrative, fundraising strategy, and systemic business design. ## Target Market Our target market includes impact investors (VC, CVC, philanthropy), accelerators, autonomous organizations (startups, projects, foundations), transitioning corporates, and educational institutions seeking regenerative finance and innovation tools. ## Social Impact People of African Descent Indigenous Peoples Migrants Women ## Demand Evidence We’ve validated demand through paid consulting services, strategic alliances, and participation in acceleration programs. Our pipeline includes 150+ regenerative Latam ventures and growing interest from investors seeking aligned, high-impact opportunities ## Competitors We share space with platforms like Innpactia, Regen Network, and 2811. While others focus on impact or innovation, ReFi uniquely integrates systemic design, regenerative finance, and decentralized tech to create investable life-centered solutions in LatAm ## Founder Expertise Our diverse team blends expertise in regenerative finance, storytelling, innovation, and data science. We’ve led consulting, design, fundraising, community-building and education initiatives across LatAm to activate and scale regenerative solutions. ## External Support ReFi has relied on the founders own financial resources and revenue generation from consulting services and strategic alliances. In 2024 we joined the EAN Impacta's acceleration program and also participated in Brooklyn2Bogota's incubation program in 2022 ## Team Daniel Delgado is the Dream Orchestrator, shaping vision and alliances. Andrea Camargo the Storyteller, leads narratives and fundraising. Genaro Feijoó, Innovation Director, designs methodologies. Juan José Torre is the Data Engineer building the platform ## Founder Andrea Camargo # Vox Network Colombia · Transportation # Vox Network Colombia **Country:** Colombia **Category:** Transportation **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy **Stage:** Prototype **Team Size:** 3 **Website:** https://voxtourscolombia.com **Funded:** NO --- ## Elevator Pitch Vox its a tour operator in Buga Valle, Colombia, we provide electric scooters for city tours to tour guides. ## Climate Problem Unemployment for low income young disabled people. ## Solution Provide an exclusive delivery network (offices and restaurants) also providing a low rental daily basis adapted electric scooters to their wheelchair. ## Revenue Model Renting the electric scooters on a daily basis. They rent an adapted scooter using their own wheelchair and we provide the scooter, the maintenance, the insurance and the job, all in one, its a win win ## Target Market Young disabled people, Offices, restaurants, tourism ## 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 Lack of opportunities for disabled people ## Competitors Regular delivery companies but not working with disabled people, therefore not a single competition on that area. ## Founder Expertise I'm a business administrator, with over 20 years of experience, I already have a company that provides electric scooters for tourism purposes, with experience creating proyects of clean alternative electric energy. ## External Support So far no external support received. ## Team 1 business administrator (CEO) 1 electric technician 1 sales person ## Founder John Acosta # La segura verde · Alimentación y agricultura (cultivos, silvicultura, animales, acuicultura) # La segura verde **Country:** El Salvador **Category:** Alimentación y agricultura (cultivos, silvicultura, animales, acuicultura) **Impact Areas:** Mitigation **Stage:** Ideation **Team Size:** 3 **Funded:** NO --- ## Elevator Pitch Produce crops with the hydroponics technique, ensuring quality and hygienic products for your health and helping the environment. ## Climate Problem We avoid soil contamination and exploitation, avoiding spilling liters of pesticides on the land, thus also protecting human health and fauna. ## Solution To implement hydroponics as a way of cultivating, taking care of our health and ensuring hygiene for the health of human beings. ## Revenue Model With some seed capital, and once the project is up and running, harvesting will be marketed directly or by providing the product to local traders. ## Target Market Local buyers and traders. ## Social Impact Personas que viven en la pobreza extrema Mujeres ## Demand Evidence Because the hydroponics technique is the future since it minimizes resources, facilitates processes and there is guaranteed quality and hygiene, and vegetables are of daily consumption of the population. ## Competitors In the canton where I live there are no competitors, but in the local markets products from Guatemala and Honduras are sold. ## Founder Expertise because it is a technique that can improve the quality of life of human beings and contributes to the care of the environment. ## External Support So far none, since there is no foundation or association that supports future entrepreneurs, since when they arise it is only by affinity and is not taken into account. ## Team Willing to carry out the project. ## Founder Krissia Nohemy Cruz Segura # Lupahelp · Aire y medio ambiente (comercio, compensación y secuestro de carbono, emisiones, reciclado, biorremediación) # Lupahelp **Country:** Guatemala **Category:** Aire y medio ambiente (comercio, compensación y secuestro de carbono, emisiones, reciclado, biorremediación) **Impact Areas:** Mitigation **Stage:** Ideation **Team Size:** 3 **Website:** https://lupahelp.com/ **Funded:** NO --- ## Elevator Pitch Lupahelp is a digital platform that makes local businesses visible and provides tools to improve their environmental management. https://youtu.be/I6MCfe0Heqw?si=n4tfM67Aq1SmTJBM ## Climate Problem It faces the lack of visibility and support to neighborhood businesses, in addition to the lack of environmental management in the area of solid waste. ## Solution We will create content for social networks and businesses will be organized on the page. We will provide tools and guidance on environmental management issues and in the future we want to create community recycling contests. ## Revenue Model Through the payment of local businesses or stores (accessible subscription), companies wishing to promote themselves on the site, advertising, etc. ## Target Market small and medium sized businesses, local advertisers ## Social Impact \- ## Demand Evidence We live in the area where we developed the pilot project (Colonia Roosevelt zone 11 Guatemala), visitors and new residents are not aware of what exists in the neighborhood. Many businesses do not make themselves known and we turn to distant businesses. ## Competitors Our competitors are projects or platforms that focus on supporting and making local businesses visible. Such as Guatemala.com and lolocalgt.com. We differentiate ourselves because we offer a combination of communication and sustainability in accompaniment. ## Founder Expertise Juan Pablo Pérez is an aquaculture technician with experience in solid waste management. Carlos Salázar is a Theoretical Physicist and supports in data analysis, and my person María Cristina Rivas, Environmental Engineer in environmental issues. ## External Support None ## Team We have the categories of: communication with local businesses, social media management and site configuration. We have been formulating the project for a month, so the site is still under construction. Currently we all support each other in everything ## Founder María Cristina Rivas González # CircularMente · Not Assigned/ Unknown # CircularMente **Country:** Guatemala **Category:** Not Assigned/ Unknown **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy **Stage:** Prototype **Team Size:** 6 **Funded:** NO --- ## Elevator Pitch CircularMente convierte residuos plásticos en filamento para impresión 3D, conectando reciclaje y tecnología. Capacita comunidades en reciclaje, emprendimiento y fabricación digital, promoviendo sostenibilidad, inclusión y economía circular. ## Climate Problem CircularMente enfrenta la mala gestión de residuos plásticos, especialmente PET, que contamina ecosistemas y afecta la salud. Propone una solución que reduce la huella ambiental y crea oportunidades económicas en comunidades vulnerables. ## Solution Transformamos botellas PET en filamento para impresión 3D, cerrando el ciclo de desecho y promoviendo la economía circular. Con tecnología accesible y talleres prácticos, impulsamos el emprendimiento, la educación ambiental y el empleo local. ## Revenue Model El modelo de ingresos incluye la venta de productos 3D hechos con filamento reciclado y la oferta de talleres y capacitaciones a comunidades e instituciones, que incluyen la implementación de kits de reciclaje e impresión 3D. ## Target Market Nuestro mercado objetivo incluye jóvenes y mujeres de comunidades vulnerables, centros educativos, ONGs y gobiernos locales que buscan soluciones de economía circular. Se benefician al acceder a capacitación, tecnología y oportunidades de empleo digno. ## Social Impact Indigenous Peoples People Living in Extreme Poverty Women LGBTQI+ People ## Demand Evidence La alta participación en talleres piloto y el interés de centros educativos y organizaciones confirman una creciente demanda de soluciones locales para el manejo de residuos, validando la viabilidad e impacto del enfoque de CircularMente. ## Competitors Nuestros competidores son recicladoras industriales y programas tradicionales, pero CircularMente se destaca al integrar tecnología, educación y enfoque social, ocupando un nicho de innovación sustentable y empoderamiento comunitario. ## Founder Expertise Como productor audiovisual y comunicador con experiencia en proyectos sociales y educativos, aporto habilidades en narrativas efectivas, metodologías participativas y coordinación de equipos, ideal para comunicar el impacto de CircularMente. ## External Support Contamos con apoyo técnico desde Washington D.C., donde uno de nuestros socios implementó un piloto en escuelas públicas. Esta colaboración validó la tecnología, el proceso y el impacto educativo de nuestra propuesta. ## Team Somos un equipo de profesionales en distintas áreas que diseñamos e implementamos proyectos de comunicación, campañas de impacto social y capacitación en talleres de comunicación, inclusión y también enfoque de medio ambiente. ## Founder Jeffree Carvajal # ¡Super Chigüi, the defender of a planet in rush rush\! · Air & Environment # ¡Super Chigüi, the defender of a planet in rush rush\! **Country:** Colombia **Category:** Air & Environment **Impact Areas:** Adaptation **Stage:** Ideation **Team Size:** 1 **Website:** https://www.instagram.com/super.chigui?igsh=dHN2N3cxMGU5Y2w2 **Funded:** NO --- ## Elevator Pitch Super Chigüi is a heroine that fights against the villains of climate change and seeks Eco-helpers to complete missions of climate innovation and circular economy. Super Chigüi is an inspiring character that protects the planet. ## Climate Problem Super Chigüi seeks to protect the planet from: 1. waste crisis and plastic pollution; 2. resource waste and consumerism; 3. deforestation and biodiversity loss; and 4. textile waste. ## Solution The solution to combat the villains of climate change is defined by executing 7 missions: Re-Generation, Ecological Rescues, Energy Saving, Operation River Rescue, Battle of the Thermos, Roots and 360° Economy. ## Revenue Model Physical products such as T-shirts, agendas, thermoses, pins, patches, recycling kits, stuffed animals, solar lamps, tree planting kits, mission kits; and digital products such as mobile applications with mini-games, digital comics, online courses. ## Target Market The main target audience is children (5-12 years old), parents (25-45 years old), educators and schools, youth (13-25 years old), and companies with CSR (Corporate Social Responsibility). ## Social Impact People of African Descent Indigenous Peoples Migrants People Living in Extreme Poverty Women LGBTQI+ People ## Demand Evidence Through MVP (Minimum Viable Product) Testing and Pilot Partnerships in Schools, Stores and Influencers. ## Competitors Companies with children's or alternative characters that teach good eco-sustainable practices. ## Founder Expertise Technical knowledge in environmental education, sustainable design and circular economy, as well as creative, ## External Support I have not received external support. ## Team Creating engaging stories by designing Super Chigüi's universe, his personality, villains and dialogues; Community Management - Interacting with the audience; Platform Strategy; Innovation and Trend; Collaborations and Alliances; and Metrics Analysis. ## Founder Sirley Acosta Ricaurte # Soñatea · Clean Industry # Soñatea **Country:** Colombia **Category:** Clean Industry **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy **Stage:** Launched **Team Size:** 2 **Funded:** NO --- ## Elevator Pitch Soñatea is an upcycling brand focused in a magic aesthetic, with delicated details. We are dedicated to fashion design, rescuing pieces that yearn for a second chance to give life to unique and sustainable creations. ## Climate Problem The fashion industry produces large amounts of waste and pollution, encouraging overconsumption. Furthermore, the availability of sizes is limited, excluding many people. This creates a negative environmental and social impact that needs to be addressed. ## Solution Our brand transforms secondhand and scrap clothing into sustainable fashion, minimizing waste and pollution. We prioritize accessibility, size inclusion, and a circular model. We seek to balance environmental and social impact, innovating in the industry ## Revenue Model Selling those upcycled clothes ## Target Market Our audience is between 15 and 35 years old, creative, and passionate about fashion and trends. They seek to express their identity with unique garments and value authenticity, experimentation, and conscious consumption, prioritizing sustainable options ## Social Impact Women ## Demand Evidence Several studies have been conducted on the upcycling market in Colombia, and the launch demonstrated how much the public is interested in achieving a balance between everything. ## Competitors Our direct competitors are other upcycling brands in the country, although we do not share the same aesthetic and that differentiates us, among other things. ## Founder Expertise I am a fashion designer from one of the best universities in the country and I also completed a master's degree in Europe that gave me the opportunity to expand my technical and social knowledge. ## External Support We had the opportunity to collaborate with a secondhand store on our launch. It was support in terms of display and materials, but not financial. ## Team Creative director Seamstress Finances ## Founder Daniela Rey # Amate Legacy · Not Assigned/ Unknown # Amate Legacy **Country:** Guatemala **Category:** Not Assigned/ Unknown **Impact Areas:** Adaptation **Stage:** Ideation **Team Size:** 3 **Funded:** NO --- ## Elevator Pitch El proyecto crea y vende canastas plásticas resistentes y con estilo, pensadas para mujeres. Son versátiles, hechas localmente en Guatemala, generan empleo femenino y promueven el consumo de productos nacionales, impulsando el desarrollo económico local. ## Climate Problem Nuestro proyecto ofrece canastas plásticas reutilizables como alternativa sostenible a las bolsas desechables. Son funcionales, ecológicas y con diseño de moda, ideales para mujeres que buscan estilo y consumo responsable, promoviendo la sostenibilidad. ## Solution Nuestra canasta artesanal, hecha con plásticos reutilizados y técnicas guatemaltecas, reemplaza bolsas desechables con estilo. Es sostenible, funcional y hecha por mujeres artesanas, combinando moda, impacto ambiental y empoderamiento local. ## Revenue Model Generaremos ingresos mediante la venta en línea de canastas artesanales reutilizables. Usaremos una tienda virtual y redes sociales para mostrar su historia, diseño y sostenibilidad, atrayendo a un público consciente y ampliando nuestro alcance. ## Target Market Nuestro mercado objetivo son mujeres de 18 a 55 años, activas y conscientes, que buscan productos funcionales, sostenibles y con estilo. Valoran la moda artesanal y apoyan el consumo responsable y los emprendimientos locales. ## Social Impact Indigenous Peoples Women ## Demand Evidence Existe una creciente demanda de productos sostenibles, estéticos y hechos a mano, impulsada por el consumo responsable y el interés de mujeres en accesorios versátiles que reflejen su estilo de vida consciente y apoyen lo artesanal y local. ## Competitors Competimos con marcas de bolsas reutilizables y productos artesanales, pero nos diferenciamos al combinar moda, funcionalidad, sostenibilidad e impacto social, todo respaldado por una tienda en línea que refuerza nuestro valor único en el mercado. ## Founder Expertise Cuento con más de 13 años de experiencia en gestión de proyectos sociales, con enfoque en monitoreo, evaluación, género, empoderamiento y respuesta humanitaria, lo que me permite liderar proyectos orientados a resultados, equidad y sostenibilidad. ## External Support De momento no se ha recibido ningún apoyo externo. ## Team Rol mujeres: Trabajar de la mano con mujeres indígenas, proveerles mentoría y asistencia técnica, brindarles los diseños y gamas de colores a utilizarse. Rol hombre: es el socio capitalista con un pensamiento estrategico. ## Founder Karla Caballeros Caballeros # Fábrica Tavico · Water # Fábrica Tavico **Country:** Guatemala **Category:** Water **Impact Areas:** Adaptation **Stage:** Prototype **Team Size:** 4 **Funded:** YES --- ## Elevator Pitch Fábrica Tavico ofrece el ECODIGESTOR, un producto hecho con material local para tratar aguas residuales domésticas en áreas rurales con falta de drenaje. Su capacidad es para 8 a 10 usuarios diarios, mejorando el manejo de aguas residuales en esas zonas. ## Climate Problem El tratamiento de las aguas residuales ## Solution Contar con el ECODIGESTOR para el tratamiento de las aguas residuales ## Revenue Model Con las recomendaciones de los clientes y dando servicio al producto ## Target Market Familias de 8 a 10 integrantes ## Social Impact Indigenous Peoples ## Demand Evidence Si el producto no cumple con las normas ## Competitors Empresas que cuentan con productos para el tratamiento de las aguas residuales. Una de ellas es biodigestor Roto Plas ## Founder Expertise Trabajar en equipo, buscar asesoría y oportunidades para iniciar un proyecto ## External Support Apoyo de programas para hacer crecer el emprendimiento ## Team Fundador: Marcos Tavico Asesor técnico: Juan José Tavico Representante: Sandra Tavico Asesora de ventas: Timotea Tavico ## Founder Sandra Sabina Tavico Pú # Recicla con Ollie · Not Assigned/ Unknown # Recicla con Ollie **Country:** Costa Rica **Category:** Not Assigned/ Unknown **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy **Stage:** Prototype **Team Size:** 1 **Funded:** NO --- ## Elevator Pitch Convertimos plásticos de un solo uso en soluciones 3D accesibles y sostenibles. Reciclamos para crear tecnología útil que mejora vidas, cierra el ciclo del desperdicio y demuestra que la basura de hoy puede ser el recurso del mañana. ## Climate Problem Abordamos dos retos: la contaminación por plásticos de un solo uso y la falta de acceso a tecnología accesible. Transformamos residuos en soluciones 3D inclusivas, reduciendo el impacto ambiental y mejorando la calidad de vida de personas vulnerables. ## Solution Combinamos reciclaje y diseño 3D para crear dispositivos accesibles con plástico reciclado. Fabricamos soluciones personalizadas, sostenibles y replicables, reduciendo el impacto ambiental y promoviendo tecnología inclusiva y economía circular. ## Revenue Model Nuestro modelo de ingresos incluye venta de productos accesibles hechos con plástico reciclado, servicios de diseño personalizado, talleres educativos y alianzas con ONGs, empresas y gobiernos, generando ingresos sostenibles con impacto social y ambiental ## Target Market Nuestro mercado incluye personas con discapacidad y comunidades vulnerables, organizaciones sociales y educativas, y empresas o gobiernos que promueven la sostenibilidad. Ofrecemos tecnología accesible, programas educativos y soluciones de bajo impacto ## Social Impact People Living in Extreme Poverty Women LGBTQI+ People ## Demand Evidence La demanda de soluciones accesibles y sostenibles crece por la conciencia ambiental, la falta de dispositivos adaptados y el auge de la fabricación digital y economía circular. Las organizaciones sociales validan la necesidad de productos reciclados ## Competitors El mercado de reciclaje en el país está en crecimiento con competencia limitada. Aunque existen empresas de reciclaje e impresión 3D, ninguna ofrece soluciones accesibles e innovadoras que combinan reciclaje y tecnología 3D para personas con discapacidad ## Founder Expertise Como "Maker", combino experiencia en diseño de producto, fabricación digital y reciclaje, con conocimientos en animación digital y sostenibilidad. He trabajado en laboratorios de fabricación, desarrollado soluciones accesibles y recibido mentoría de HP ## External Support Hemos recibido mentoría en reciclaje, diseño y sostenibilidad, y trabajamos con HP en un programa que fortalece nuestro modelo de negocio, mejora procesos y amplía nuestra red. Este apoyo impulsa nuestro crecimiento y desarrollo de prototipos. ## Team Fundador ## Founder Gustavo Moya Castro # PlastiFuel Colombia · Energía limpia (eólica, solar, renovables, biomasa, geotérmica, pilas de combustible, nuclear, medición) # PlastiFuel Colombia **Country:** Colombia **Category:** Energía limpia (eólica, solar, renovables, biomasa, geotérmica, pilas de combustible, nuclear, medición) **Impact Areas:** Mitigation **Stage:** Ideation **Team Size:** 3 **Funded:** NO --- ## Elevator Pitch PlastiFuel Colombia is an idea committed to the care of the environment, with the transformation of plastic waste into gasoline. It seeks to reduce plastic pollution and promote a cleaner energy alternative. ## Climate Problem It addresses the serious problem of environmental pollution caused by non-recyclable plastic waste. Through pyrolysis, we transform this waste into useful fuels, reducing the amount of plastic in landfills and ecosystems. ## Solution It consists of implementing pyrolysis technology to convert non-recyclable plastic waste into clean and usable gasoline. In this way, we reduce the accumulation of polluting plastics and promote the circular economy. ## Revenue Model Through the sale of gasoline produced by pyrolysis to companies in the transportation, agricultural and industrial sectors. In addition, we will offer plastic waste processing services to municipalities and organizations interested in environmental management. ## Target Market It includes municipalities and waste management companies seeking sustainable solutions for plastics management, as well as industrial and transportation sectors interested in alternative fuels. ## Social Impact Personas que viven en la pobreza extrema Mujeres ## Demand Evidence Growing global concern about plastic pollution and the need for cleaner energy sources. Market studies, environmental regulations and the interest of governments and companies in adopting sustainable practices are evidence of real demand. ## Competitors Companies working in waste recovery through processes such as mechanical recycling or incineration, as well as some emerging initiatives in pyrolysis of plastics. ## Founder Expertise I bring experience in management of research and technological development projects, especially in the field of sustainable solutions and integration of new technologies. In addition to knowledge to generate the structure of the prototypes. ## External Support None. ## Team Project management leader and coordinates the technological implementation. Operations and logistics supervisor, ensuring the smooth running of the plant. Assistant accountant and scheduling manages the financial analysis and technological support. ## Founder Diana Paola Sanabria Chaparro # Corteza Amarillo complementos upcycled · Clean Industry # Corteza Amarillo complementos upcycled **Country:** Costa Rica **Category:** Clean Industry **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy **Stage:** Ideation **Team Size:** 2 **Funded:** NO --- ## Elevator Pitch Corteza Amarillo transforma jeans olvidados en bolsos, estuches y accesorios con alma. Rescatamos telas con historia para darles nueva vida, uniendo diseño, conciencia ambiental y el poder de florecer desde lo que otros desechan. ## Climate Problem Mi proyecto busca reducir la contaminación textil y el desperdicio de ropa en buen estado que termina en vertederos. En particular, me enfoco en los jeans, una prenda con alto impacto ambiental en su producción. Promuevo la reutilazacion ## Solution Recolecto jeans usados (donados o adquiridos en tiendas de segunda) y los transformo artesanalmente en nuevos productos como bolsos, cartucheras y accesorios. Cada pieza es única y hecha a mano, promoviendo la economía circular y la creatividad. ## Revenue Model A través de la venta directa de los productos en ferias, redes sociales, marketplaces sostenibles, y eventualmente, mediante alianzas con tiendas o marcas afines. También planeo ofrecer talleres de upcycling y colaboraciones con artistas o diseñadores. ## Target Market Personas entre 18 y 45 años interesadas en la moda sostenible, creativa y funcional. Clientes con conciencia ambiental, especialmente mujeres, estudiantes, artistas, activistas o personas que valoran la reutilización. ## Social Impact Migrants People Living in Extreme Poverty Women LGBTQI+ People ## Demand Evidence He comprobado interés a través de redes sociales y ferias de diseño sostenible. Además, el crecimiento del mercado de moda circular y el interés creciente en productos upcycled respaldan la demanda de propuestas como esta. ## Competitors Sí, he identificado algunos emprendimientos locales con quienes podría colaborar o diferenciarme por estilo y propuesta. ## Founder Expertise Soy artesana y emprendedora con experiencia en ferias, costura creativa, diseño de productos y reutilización de materiales. Tengo habilidades manuales, creatividad y sensibilidad por los temas ambientales y sociales. ## External Support Hasta ahora, el proyecto ha recibido apoyo de forma informal por parte de amistades y personas que donan sus jeans, además de retroalimentación de potenciales clientes en ferias locales. ## Team Recolectar materia prima Diseñoy confección Venta y distribucion Marketing digital ## Founder Mildred Guzman Navarro # INDUSTRIAS MOLINILLITO FOODTECH SAS · Industria limpia (es decir, innovación en materiales, diseño, equipos, control, producción, envasado) # INDUSTRIAS MOLINILLITO FOODTECH SAS **Country:** Colombia **Category:** Industria limpia (es decir, innovación en materiales, diseño, equipos, control, producción, envasado) **Impact Areas:** Mitigation **Stage:** Ideation **Team Size:** 11 **Website:** https://www.molinillito.co **Funded:** YES ($15,000.00) --- ## Elevator Pitch We are a foodtech with a highly sustainable invention, aimed at replacing plastic blender straws as a sustainable alternative, contributing to the reduction of the impact of personal carbon footprint, eliminating the use of plastic straws. ## Climate Problem We are a FoodTech, a Sustainable Food Industry, focused on developing products to replace single-use plastic blender straws with sustainable and innovative technologies. We revolutionize the way of sweetening and blending. ## Solution Disruption Maturity Level TRL9. It is a bar of 10 cm long and 5mm thick, with a net weight of 5g. It comes in presentations of White Sugar, Brown Sugar, Organic Sugar and Light Sugar with Stevia and Natural and Organic Panela Presentation. ## Revenue Model Sales of the product in the channels Technology transfer ## Target Market Coffee shops, hotels and restaurants, and supermarkets ## Social Impact Mujeres ## Demand Evidence With the TAM SAM SOM Methodology, 140 million cups of coffee are served in the world in a single day, 50% of these cups of coffee are sweetened. ## Competitors Sugar mills Single-use plastic manufacturing companies ## Founder Expertise More than 20 years of experience in FMCG and food companies. ## External Support Seed capital from sena colombia ## Team Market development ## Founder Marlio Silva # GREEN SEGUROS · No asignado/ Desconocido # GREEN SEGUROS **Country:** Colombia **Category:** No asignado/ Desconocido **Impact Areas:** Mitigation **Stage:** Prototype **Team Size:** 2 **Website:** https://www.linkedin.com/company/greenseguros-colombia/ **Funded:** NO --- ## Elevator Pitch We design insurance solutions that protect agricultural producers and the natural capital of the regions from the negative impacts of climate change. Delivering real financial guarantees to the new models of the Bioeconomy. ## Climate Problem Adverse weather events and losses in crops and livestock. In addition, losses in strategic ecosystems (natural assets) and indirect economic and environmental losses derived from climate change are resolved. ## Solution Insurance policies and risk management programs, which focus on conserving and mitigating risks associated with agricultural activities and biodiversity-generating biomes (natural assets). ## Revenue Model With the commissions generated by the policies and the renewals of such insurance, as well as with the risk management consulting services. ## Target Market Agricultural Producers and the Government of the countries. ## Social Impact Pueblos indígenas ## Demand Evidence There are currently several specialized insurance cases in the world that are doing the same. ## Competitors ibiza network ## Founder Expertise Julio Caldas Business Administrator, with more than 10 years of experience. Specialist in Agricultural Risk Management and Pets. David Torres Risk management specialist with more than 13 years of experience in the insurance sector. ## External Support None ## Team CEO, CRO, COO ## Founder Julio Alberto Caldas Arboleda # Agricoforestal, siembra de verduras, arboles forestales y frutales. · Alimentación y agricultura (cultivos, silvicultura, animales, acuicultura) # Agricoforestal, siembra de verduras, arboles forestales y frutales. **Country:** Guatemala **Category:** Alimentación y agricultura (cultivos, silvicultura, animales, acuicultura) **Impact Areas:** Mitigation **Stage:** Ideation **Team Size:** 10 **Funded:** YES --- ## Elevator Pitch It is the planting of vegetables and cultivation under protected conditions. It is the sowing of native fruit trees and also of hot soil. ## Climate Problem I resolve to provide work for my people. I contribute so that low-income families can have a daily plate of food on their table with what can be provided. ## Solution Through this project it would reduce the emigration of people to other countries in search of employment opportunities and a good economic income. ## Revenue Model Through sales of crop products depending on the time of development. ## Target Market Local and export. ## Social Impact Pueblos indígenas Personas que viven en la pobreza extrema ## Demand Evidence Because it is in high demand for daily consumption in my country. ## Competitors Public and private agricultural entrepreneurs and independent producers. ## Founder Expertise Theoretical and practical teaching and learning in the agricultural and forestry sector. ## External Support Ningino solo valdo de mi autonomia. ## Team Coordinator, 9-position board of directors ## Founder Alberto Tomás Puác Vásquez # Laboratorio local San Francisco · Not Assigned/ Unknown # Laboratorio local San Francisco **Country:** Costa Rica **Category:** Not Assigned/ Unknown **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy **Stage:** Prototype **Team Size:** 4 **Funded:** NO --- ## Elevator Pitch Creamos productos con plástico reciclado del distrito. Tras 4 meses de recolección, innovamos con filamento 3D, madera plástica y PWC, promoviendo la economía circular y los ODS como familia. ## Climate Problem Estamos resolviendo el problema de la contaminación ambiental generada por los desechos plásticos, evitando que terminen en las calles, en los ríos y en los rellenos sanitarios. ## Solution Mediante la recolección de residuos plásticos, para su gestión y producción de nuevos objetos usando como materia prima el plástico recolectado, evitando que los mismos terminen en nuestras calles, ríos y vertederos o rellenos sanitarios. ## Revenue Model Transformamos residuos plásticos en polímeros, filamento 3D y productos como bisutería, mobiliario, PWC y partes para autos. Ofrecemos recolección a hogares, empresas e instituciones, con rutas en trenes, ríos, parques y zonas verdes. ## Target Market Apuntamos a mercados que buscan sostenibilidad, promoviendo economía circular, productos innovadores y alianzas público-privadas. Llevamos soluciones a comunidades afectadas y educamos a jóvenes sobre los ODS con talleres, ferias y campañas. ## 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 Convertimos el problema del plástico en solución con servicios de gestión de residuos y productos personalizados o en masa, duraderos y sostenibles. Atendemos una alta demanda en un mercado con pocas opciones completas y amigables con el ambiente. ## Competitors Otras empresas recicladoras. Productores de materiales similares o usando como materia prima plásticos reciclados. Sistema de recolección tradicionales(pueden convertirse en un añadido estratégico). ## Founder Expertise Contamos con formación y experiencia en áreas clave del proceso: recolección, lavado, triturado, moldeo, así como en idiomas, contabilidad, RRHH y atención al cliente. Cada miembro aporta conocimientos y habilidades valiosas al proyecto familiar. ## External Support Ninguno. ## Team Valoramos la asesoría externa y la retroalimentación. Buscamos capacitarnos en sostenibilidad, economía circular, tecnología 3D e inglés, clave para el desarrollo profesional e internacional. ## Founder Nelson Enrique Zumbado Avendaño # Solef sas · Clean Energy # Solef sas **Country:** Colombia **Category:** Clean Energy **Impact Areas:** Adaptation **Stage:** Launched **Team Size:** 2 **Funded:** NO --- ## Elevator Pitch Diseño de proyectos innovadores fotovoltaicos que contribuyen con el medio ambiente y la comunidad ## Climate Problem Le estamos cambiando el pensamiento a los ciudadanos, le estamos despertando el interés de contribuir con el medio ambiente mendicante un modelo de reforestación innovador. ## Solution Un modelo de reforestación ciudadana, donde mediante un mensaje be to be le explicamos la importancia de reforestar y usar energías no convencionales para ayudar al cambio climático y sus consecuencias ## Revenue Model Mediante un modelo de negocio que tenemos. ## Target Market Empresas, universidades, comercio general. ## Social Impact Indigenous Peoples Women ## Demand Evidence Hicimos un estudio en LATAM, no encontramos un modelo de reforestación ciudadana semejante. Al ser innovador , sabremos que tendremos una buena demanda. ## Competitors El modelo de reforestación es único, no hay una enseñanza semejante. ## Founder Expertise Soy el CEO y creador del modelo de reforestación del proyecto ## External Support Ninguno. ## Team Innovar ## Founder Luis Castro # Biotrash · Alimentación y agricultura (cultivos, silvicultura, animales, acuicultura) # Biotrash **Country:** Guatemala **Category:** Alimentación y agricultura (cultivos, silvicultura, animales, acuicultura) **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy **Stage:** Prototype **Team Size:** 150 **Website:** https://www.biotrash.com **Funded:** YES ($180,000.00) --- ## Elevator Pitch Company dedicated to the handling and management of hazardous and non-hazardous waste. recycling management through circular economy projects and development of innovative solutions and technologies for organic waste management. ## Climate Problem This project solves the problem of improper segregation of organic waste that generates pollution and emissions. It offers the production of clean energy and fertilizer, reducing environmental impacts and promoting the circular economy. ## Solution Our solution is the installation of biodigesters in rural communities, accompanied by practical training in their use. This allows transforming waste into clean energy and organic fertilizer, providing an alternative for their crops. ## Revenue Model We will generate income through the sale, installation and training for the use of biodigesters, offering technical service and solutions to the needs of each agricultural community. ## Target Market Health, Industry and Commerce ## Social Impact Personas que viven en la pobreza extrema Mujeres ## Demand Evidence We know there is demand because in Guatemala, poor management of organic and other waste has caused the collapse of landfills and contamination of rivers, especially affecting rural communities. ## Competitors Other companies engaged in waste management. ## Founder Expertise We have 26 years of experience in hazardous waste management at Biotrash, which provides us with a natural knowledge of waste management. Now, we apply this experience to offer sustainable solutions such as biodigesters, looking for social impact. ## External Support We donated a biodigester to the Rafael Landívar University, in the Faculty of Agronomy, where it is now being used for research and development of a user manual to support implementation in rural communities. ## Team Plan, execute, monitor and close projects, ensuring that objectives, budget and timelines are met, managing the team and resources efficiently and communicating them to stakeholders. ## Founder Camille Knoepffler # Sustenta · Industria limpia (es decir, innovación en materiales, diseño, equipos, control, producción, envasado) # Sustenta **Country:** Guatemala **Category:** Industria limpia (es decir, innovación en materiales, diseño, equipos, control, producción, envasado) **Impact Areas:** Mitigation **Stage:** Ideation **Team Size:** 3 **Funded:** NO --- ## Elevator Pitch Sustenta: Sustainable architecture that combines aesthetics, efficiency and sustainability. We design spaces that minimize environmental impact and promote quality of life. ## Climate Problem Management of solid waste and waste caused by the use of food containers. Giving a second use to household and work electronics. ## Solution The solution is to look for an eco-friendly way to treat waste derived from food packaging and other products and to reuse, giving a second use to household appliances in the home, as well as in the work area. ## Revenue Model We are a group of architects who are dedicated to teaching and have our own professional office. ## Target Market Sustenta focuses on the sustainable architecture and construction market, targeting real estate developers, building owners and governments seeking to reduce their carbon footprint and promote sustainability. ## Social Impact Personas de ascendencia africana Pueblos indígenas Romaníes, sinti y nómadas Personas pertenecientes a minorías nacionales o étnicas, religiosas y lingüísticas Inmigrantes Refugiados, solicitantes de asilo y desplazados internos Personas que viven en la pobreza extrema Mujeres Personas LGBTQI+ ## Demand Evidence Undertake a solution to climate change, reduce the carbon footprint and establish policies that promote sustainability to eco-friendly solutions. ## Competitors Architecture and sustainable construction companies, sustainability and energy efficiency consultants. ## Founder Expertise Architecture professionals with experience in bioclimatic architecture, environmental management and neuroarchitecture, as well as research methodologies and university teaching. ## External Support No external support has been received since none of the above has been done. ## Founder Angelo Vettorazzi # BIOCONVERSIONCHOCO BSF · Alimentación y agricultura (cultivos, silvicultura, animales, acuicultura) # BIOCONVERSIONCHOCO BSF **Country:** Colombia **Category:** Alimentación y agricultura (cultivos, silvicultura, animales, acuicultura) **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy **Stage:** Ideation **Team Size:** 8 **Funded:** NO --- ## Elevator Pitch IS A COMPANY DEDICATED TO THE VALUATION OF ORGANIC WASTE WITH INSECTS AND FROM THESE, THE PRODUCTION OF ANIMAL PROTEIN AND ORGANIC BIOFERTILIZER. ## Climate Problem FINAL DISPOSAL OF ORGANIC WASTE, CONTAMINATION OF WATER SOURCES, REDUCTION OF GHG EMISSIONS. SUSTAINABLE PRODUCTION OF PROTEIN FOR ANIMAL FEED, GENERATION OF ORGANIC FERTILIZER. ## Solution BIOCONVERSION OF ORGANIC WASTE WITH BLACK SOLDIER FLY LARVAE, THIS INSECT IN ITS LARVAL STAGE HAS THE CAPACITY TO EFFICIENTLY DEVOUR ALL TYPES OF WASTE, WHICH ALLOWS US TO REDUCE THE GENERATION OF GHGS AND POLLUTION. ## Revenue Model WITH THE SALE OF MINOR SPECIES PRODUCED IN OUR UNIT, I.E. CHICKEN, FISH, PIGS, THE SALE OF FRUITS AND OF THE FERTILIZER OR ORGANIC FERTILIZER THAT WE OBTAIN FROM THE BIOCONVERSION PROCESS THAT WE CARRY OUT. ## Target Market AGRICULTURAL PRODUCERS and the Government of the countries. ## Social Impact Personas de ascendencia africana Mujeres ## Demand Evidence THE PANDEMIC, THE CONFLICT BETWEEN UKRAINE AND RUSSIA, EXPOSED LATAM'S SHORTCOMINGS IN THE PROCUREMENT OF RAW MATERIAL FOR THE PRODUCTION OF SYNTHETIC BIOFERTILIZERS AND COMMERCIAL CONCENTRATE. ## Competitors TRADITIONAL PRODUCERS OF SYNTHETIC FERTILIZERS, WHICH HAVE A HIGH CARBON FOOTPRINT. ## Founder Expertise EDUCATIONAL TRAINING IN ENVIRONMENTAL AND SOCIAL MATTERS, WE ARE IN CONSTANT INTERACTION WITH THE COMMUNITIES, CARRYING THE MESSAGE OF ENVIRONMENTAL CONSERVATION, THE NEED TO CARRY OUT SEPARATION AT SOURCE AND TO IMPLEMENT THE CIRCULAR ECONOMY. ## External Support N/A ## Team PSYCHOSOCIAL : IN CHARGE OF THE INTERACTION WITH THE COMMUNITY, AND THE SOCIALIZATION OF OUR PROJECT. OPERATORS : PLANT OPERATION TECHNICAL: IN CHARGE OF THE ENVIRONMENTAL AND TECHNICAL COMPONENTS. ADMINISTRATIVE: IN CHARGE OF MAKING THE OPERATION POSSIBLE. ## Founder MILLER YAMIL RENTERIA VALDERRAMA # Raíz de Seda Jardín · No asignado/ Desconocido # Raíz de Seda Jardín **Country:** El Salvador **Category:** No asignado/ Desconocido **Impact Areas:** Mitigation **Stage:** Ideation **Team Size:** 5 **Funded:** NO --- ## Elevator Pitch Creation of a nursery of non-invasive root stock shrubs, focused on directly reforesting new residential projects that generally do not have vegetation. ## Climate Problem In El Salvador the construction of new residential buildings is almost always characterized by not having trees, causing the place to have a bad climate and a bad image, implementing shrub planting can help to solve this problem. ## Solution Install a nursery that offers the service of selling shrubs and ornamental plants that are friendly to the building and that improve air quality, landscaping and brighten up the daily life of every inhabitant of that site. ## Revenue Model Wholesale to builders and developers, retail sales to homeowners of these residential offering design and planting service, sale of substrates and fertilizers suitable for these shrubs. ## Target Market Homebuilders, developers, homeowners, homeowners ## Social Impact Mujeres ## Demand Evidence Because of my work as a real estate agent, I visit these residences a lot and I know that the lack of vegetation is one of the objections that many people have when they think of buying a house in these places. ## Competitors Common nurseries ## Founder Expertise I have a background in sales and one of the people on the team has knowledge in nursery management, an agronomy student for technical support. ## External Support None since it is still a project. ## Team 2 technical and management knowledge 2 sales people 1 logistics manager ## Founder Violeta Salazar de perla # Majesiwi · Energía limpia (eólica, solar, renovables, biomasa, geotérmica, pilas de combustible, nuclear, medición) # Majesiwi **Country:** Colombia **Category:** Energía limpia (eólica, solar, renovables, biomasa, geotérmica, pilas de combustible, nuclear, medición) **Impact Areas:** Mitigation **Stage:** Ideation **Team Size:** 6 **Website:** https://www.facebook.com/marilu.verano **Funded:** NO --- ## Elevator Pitch Quipile Cundinamarca a distant and forgotten town; Majesiwi is an idea to encourage agrotourism, investment and clean energy. ## Climate Problem \-Supplies for the inhabitants of the region. \-Incentivize the visit of third parties to encourage investment in the territory. Implementation of a solar energy collection system for Majesiwi's sustenance and self-consumption. \-Stress and tension ## Solution Create an agro-tourism project, where there will be accommodation with an infrastructure that self-sustains energy and different processes, aquaculture, poultry farming and production and marketing of products grown in the region. ## Revenue Model Through the rental of lodging and recreational and agricultural activities, and the commercialization of products grown in the region. ## Target Market Colombians and foreigners and surrounding farmers ## Social Impact Pueblos indígenas Personas pertenecientes a minorías nacionales o étnicas, religiosas y lingüísticas Inmigrantes Refugiados, solicitantes de asilo y desplazados internos Personas que viven en la pobreza extrema Mujeres Personas LGBTQI+ ## Demand Evidence The surrounding farmers have few options of supplying products and businesses are very remote; on the other hand tourism is Colombia's forte as it is a wonderful and diverse country in all things flora and fauna. Visibility is needed ## Competitors Other agritourism farms in other regions, due to proximity there is no competition. ## Founder Expertise In crops, administration, electricity, self-sustaining energy systems. ## External Support None. ## Team Cultivate ## Founder MARILU DEL CARMEN CHACON VERANO # Agua Verde · Water # Agua Verde **Country:** El Salvador **Category:** Water **Impact Areas:** Nature-Based, Mitigation **Stage:** Prototype **Team Size:** 3 **Funded:** NO --- ## Elevator Pitch Es una iniciativa ecológica que combina la producción de alimentos orgánicos con sistemas hidropónicos para optimizar el uso del agua, eliminar el uso de pesticidas químicos, y fomentar la agricultura urbana sostenible. ## Climate Problem Nuestro negocio soluciona la falta de acceso a alimentos saludables y sostenibles, reduciendo el uso de agua y eliminando químicos mediante el cultivo hidropónico orgánico en espacios urbanos y rurales. ## Solution Nuestra solución es un sistema de cultivo hidropónico orgánico que permite producir hortalizas limpias y saludables en espacios reducidos, utilizando nutrientes naturales y un 90% menos de agua que la agricultura tradicional. ## Revenue Model Generaremos ingresos mediante la venta directa de hortalizas orgánicas, la comercialización de kits hidropónicos para el hogar, suscripciones a huertos personalizados y la realización de talleres educativos sobre cultivo sostenible. ## Target Market Nuestro mercado objetivo incluye consumidores conscientes que buscan alimentos orgánicos, restaurantes que priorizan productos frescos y sostenibles, familias urbanas interesadas en cultivar en casa, y centros educativos. ## Social Impact People Living in Extreme Poverty Women ## Demand Evidence Hay interés creciente en El Salvador por métodos de cultivo sostenibles y saludables como orgánico e hidropónico. La hidroponía está ganando terreno por su eficiencia y menor uso de recursos ## Competitors Competidores potenciales incluyen otras huertas hidropónicas y orgánicas en El Salvador, mercados locales, supermercados e importadores. ## Founder Expertise Aportamos conocimiento en agricultura hidropónica y orgánica, gestión de recursos sostenibles y experiencia en implementación de proyectos comunitarios. Entendemos los desafíos locales en Ilopango y buscamos soluciones adaptadas al contexto. ## External Support Hemos recibido apoyo a través de asesorías técnicas locales y colaboraciones con instituciones educativas para validar nuestra propuesta y realizar pruebas piloto del sistema hidropónico. ## Team Ingeniero en Sistemas(1): Responsable de la infraestructura tecnológica del sistema hidropónico. Licenciadas en Administración de Empresas Turísticas (2): Enfocadas en la gestión operativa de la producción (planificación, logística, control de calidad) ## Founder Rocio Ramos # Mano de Sol, conservación ambiental y turismo de naturaleza · Air & Environment # Mano de Sol, conservación ambiental y turismo de naturaleza **Country:** Colombia **Category:** Air & Environment **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy **Stage:** Launched **Team Size:** 10 **Funded:** NO --- ## Elevator Pitch Mi idea de negocio es vivir del turismo de naturaleza mientras se practica la regeneracion natural asistida de un terreno que en la antiguedad era destinado a la ganadería. Llevamos 12 años de regeneración y dos años ofreciendo cabañas en alquiler. ## Climate Problem Restauración de bosques, bancos de co2 y proteccion del agua en zonas de retiros de fuentes hidricas ## Solution Aumentar las zonas verdes ofreciendo a las comunidades otras fuentes de ingreso alternas a la ganaderia y la deforestación del medio ambiente ## Revenue Model Los ingresos se generan desde el turismo de naturaleza, con el alquiler de las cabañas y el cobro por recorridos e ingresos a reservas naturales ## Target Market Turismo nacional e internacional ## Social Impact People Living in Extreme Poverty Women ## Demand Evidence Colombia es un destino de naturaleza, uno de los paises megadiversos que más atraen para ser visitados por los amantes de la naturaleza ## Competitors Es una propuesta a nivel municipal, muchas personas estan adquiriendo esta idea de negocio como modo de vida ## Founder Expertise Soy bióloga, amante de la naturaleza y tengo habilidades para la administración. mis conocimientos desde la biologia me permiten diseñar una reserva de importancia para la biiodiversidad y el cambio climatico ## External Support Ninguno ## Team Funciones administrativas y de coordinación ## Founder Paubla Andrea Otalvaro Villada # Yaku · Water # Yaku **Country:** Colombia **Category:** Water **Impact Areas:** Mitigation **Stage:** Ideation **Team Size:** 1 **Website:** http://yaku-wt.com **Funded:** NO --- ## Elevator Pitch Yaku is a greywater collection and distribution system for comercial and residential buildings to save water we already waste. ## Climate Problem Water scarcity ## Solution Yaku is a modular system for capturing, filtering, and redistributing greywater for internal reuse in buildings (toilets, irrigation, cleaning) without impacting the building’s internal plumbing. It is installed in underutilized spaces. ## Revenue Model 1\. Selling the units 2\. Renting the units and/or leasing them 3\. Maintenance and Bio Filter replacement ## Target Market Construction Companies, Real Estate Developers, Property Owners, NGOs, governments ## 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 We are running out of water, our largest water reservoirs in Cundinamarca are reaching critical levels and the cities have been in a water saving plan periodically (which doesn't work) and deforestation has lowered the amount of rainfall in our region. ## Competitors There are only companies that do this on an industrial level, there's no such system for multi-family homes in Colombia. ## Founder Expertise Sales and passion, I've been in sales for 12 years and I want this to be my purpose in life. ## External Support None at all, it's on ideation stage, have received some free consultancies from friends and family and that's it. ## Team I'm the Founder & CEO (Chief Everything Officer) ## Founder Felipe Roa # ENERGÍA AUTӓNOMA · Clean Energy # ENERGÍA AUTӓNOMA **Country:** Peru **Category:** Clean Energy **Impact Areas:** Mitigation **Stage:** Ideation **Team Size:** 1 **Funded:** NO --- ## Elevator Pitch Empresa de Energí­a con generadores de imán permanente autoalimentados, totalmente limpia y segura a menor costo de las renovables, replicable en cualquier parte del mundo en zonas urbanas y rurales, a pequeña, media y gran escala ## Climate Problem La idea es la implementación de generadores autoalimentados que tiene cero emisiones reales de CO2 y costos de instalación y mantenimiento más bajos que las energías eólica y solar, con potencialidad de ser mucho mas eficiente ## Solution Obtener energía eléctrica 100% limpia y abundante, con costos más bajos capaz de llegar a todos los rincones de la geografía de Perú y que a su vez se puede replicar en otras partes del mundo ya que no depende de factores ambientales intermitentes ## Revenue Model La idea es la instalación de centrales eléctricas en las principales regiones con carencias energéticas, los ingresos se generaran por la venta de la energía suministrada al sistema eléctrico nacional, venta de generadores industriales y para hogares. ## Target Market Mercado eléctrico del Perú, empresas industriales, edificios públicos y privados de alto consumo (hospitales, estadios, etc.), comunidades organizadas, pequeños negocios y hogares. ## Social Impact Indigenous Peoples Persons Belonging to National or Ethnic - Religious and Linguistic Minorities People Living in Extreme Poverty Women ## Demand Evidence Al igual que muchos países, Perú tiene necesidades energéticas llegando a tener mas del 5% de la población sin acceso a la electricidad. Si bien Perú tiene un gran potencial para las renovables, también es cierto los desafíos económicos éstos representan ## Competitors Esta propuesta es nueva, y se trata de proveer la energí­a directamente a la red eléctrica o vender generadores adecuados a las necesidades. Los competidores potenciales son las pocas empresas generadores con energía eólica que operan en el país ## Founder Expertise Soy Licenciado en Administración de Empresas, puedo aportar no solo la idea sino también el liderazgo para la conducción del proyecto y dirección de la empresa. ## External Support No he recibido apoyo y ésta es la primera vez que me presento a una convocatoria ## Team desarrollo de la propuesta ## Founder Arnoldo López # CLP26 — Historical (4 ideas) Historical CLP26 ClimateLaunchpad applications # Ecoaldeas frutales · Efficiency # Ecoaldeas frutales **Country:** Costa Rica **Category:** Efficiency **Stage:** Ideation **Team Size:** 1 --- ## Elevator Pitch Eco-friendly design Homegrown fruits and vegetables Generates electricity, water, gas, and compost, and supports recycling ## Climate Problem Concrete homes account for 40% of global CO2 emissions and cost families 60% of their income. 100 million people in Latin America cannot afford affordable housing. Earth, bamboo, and recycled waste reduce emissions by 90%, but cities lack the models and funding to scale this approach. ## Solution Create eco-villages with 2 hectares per family or 1 hectare for growing food, building homes out of mud, recycled materials, or bamboo, with free electricity and water, and biogas And in cities, plant fruit trees along sidewalks so we don’t have to rely on supermarkets ## Revenue Model Three sources of revenue: 1) Developers pay for design and construction. 2) Municipalities pay to reduce carbon emissions and waste. 3) Residents pay a low fee for electricity and water, which is 70% cheaper. Tokens fund maintenance. ## Target Market Low-income families looking to buy their first home at an affordable price in ecovillages, wealthy individuals interested in establishing ecovillages, and middle-class workers willing to help create them ## Demand Evidence Costa Rica faces a housing shortage of 150,000 units, and energy costs rose by 30% in 2025. Municipalities have set zero-emissions goals but lack an affordable model. Families want affordable housing. Developers are pursuing green construction to access climate funds. ## Competitors Traditional concrete developers are the main competition, but their homes are expensive and polluting. No local developer builds entire eco-villages using adobe, bamboo, and recycled materials on a large scale. Earthships do exist, but they are not urban. ## Founder Expertise I am an entrepreneur with expertise in earthen construction, bamboo construction, and sustainable building. I understand the housing shortage in Costa Rica and have a network of contacts in the construction industry. I am looking for technical mentors to validate the model and scale up the business. ## External Support I haven't looked into any yet. I'm seeking technical support, mentoring, and validation through Climatelanchpad to launch the first pilot. ## Team Founder: I lead the vision, research, and business model. I have expertise in building with earth, bamboo, and recycled materials. I am looking for a technical co-founder with a background in architecture and mentorship through ClimateLaunchpad to validate our impact and scale our operations. ## Founder Roy Badilla solano # Siloe Garden · Eco Sanctuary · Food & Agriculture # Siloe Garden · Eco Sanctuary **Country:** Costa Rica **Category:** Food & Agriculture **Stage:** Launched **Team Size:** 3 --- ## Elevator Pitch An organic nursery in La Cangreja (1,600 meters above sea level), run by a female head of household. We grow medicinal, ornamental, and fruit plants without agrochemicals and protect 1 hectare of cloud forest. We combine sustainable production with rural ecotourism. ## Climate Problem Deforestation of cloud forests in Costa Rica due to a lack of economic value. Without incentives, landowners destroy the forest. Siloe Garden demonstrates that conserving 1 hectare generates more income than clearing the forest. ## Solution Ecotourism center + organic nursery on 1 hectare of cloud forest in El Guarco, Cartago. Interpretive trails, pesticide-free plants grown in our own handmade potting mix, and home delivery. Conservation becomes a profitable business. ## Revenue Model Ecotourism tickets (₡2,500 for adults / ₡1,500 for seniors), sale of medicinal and ornamental plants, gazebo rentals, and home delivery in Cartago and the Greater Antioquia Metropolitan Area (GAM). Year 1 goal: ₡7,696,00 ## Target Market Costa Rican families with gardens (income: ₡350,000–₡2.5 million/month) in Cartago and the Greater Antigua Metropolitan Area (GAM). 605,000 residents in the catchment area. Interested in affordable family ecotourism and organic medicinal plants. ## Demand Evidence Actual sales via Facebook and WhatsApp before the official opening. In-house survey (n=10): 100% interest, 80% have a garden, 9 out of 10 use Facebook to shop. Tourism in Cartago grew by 8% per year (2020–2024). ## Competitors No direct competitors offering an ecotourism + organic nursery model in El Guarco. Indirect competitors: Jardín Lankester (orchids, ₡3,500, no nursery), Irazú Volcano (₡1,000, no picnic area). Siloe is the only hybrid model. ## Founder Expertise Certified in Naturopathy, Hotel Management (Penn Foster, USA), TSU Data Center, and INA training in Agricultural Project Development and Rural Entrepreneurship. Active digital channel with actual plant sales. ## External Support I have received training from INA Costa Rica in the evaluation and development of agricultural projects and rural entrepreneurship, including both theoretical instruction and hands-on fieldwork, during which I visited established ecological models. ## Team Property developer: administration, nursery, trail guide, and digital sales. Family assistant (son): nursery and weekend deliveries. Temporary staff: cleaning and maintenance of the facility ## Founder Rosa Haydee Gavidia # CASA RAÍZ In contexts where housing often develops informally, we propose a return to essentials: a home rooted in place, connected to its environment, its people, and their real possibilitie # CASA RAÍZ In contexts where housing often develops informally, we propose a return to essentials: a home rooted in place, connected to its environment, its people, and their real possibilities. **Country:** Guatemala **Category:** Clean Industry **Stage:** Ideation **Team Size:** 4 --- ## Elevator Pitch To scale a modular, sustainable housing solution that improves quality of life while reducing environmental impact. We seek mentorship, validation, and networks to bring dignified housing to growing communities. ## Climate Problem Around 40% percent of global co2 emissions comes from construction It increases climate vulnerability and limits access to safe, dignified living conditions. ## Solution We design modular, climate-responsive housing using local materials and passive strategies. Our system reduces waste, improves thermal comfort, and allows incremental, affordable construction ## Revenue Model Revenue comes from direct sales, customization services, and partnerships with developers, NGOs, and community housing programs ## Target Market Low- to middle-income families, Mayan and indigenous communities with low income backgrounds. ## Demand Evidence 20 percent of Guatemalan people come from extreme poverty while 60 percent are from a mid to low class. Field insights show housing is often built progressively without technical guidance. There is strong demand for affordable and flexible housing ## Competitors Traditional construction and informal self-built housing ## Founder Expertise Architecture student with experience in design, modular thinking, and construction processes. Background in real projects, technical drawings, and user spatial design ## External Support No ## Team architectural design, concept development, and project strategy, modeling and rendering ## Founder Ana Dominguez # KEKIN ENERGY · Clean Energy # KEKIN ENERGY **Country:** Peru **Category:** Clean Energy **Stage:** Prototype --- ## Elevator Pitch Kekin Energy is a startup focused on developing sustainable solutions by using organic waste to generate biogas and value-added products. Our project promotes the circular economy by reducing the impa ## Climate Problem Kekin Energy converts organic waste into biogas and clean electricity, reducing harmful emissions, minimizing waste, and promoting sustainable energy through a circular economy model. ## Solution Kekin Energy uses biogas digesters to convert organic waste and prickly pear into biogas and clean electricity, reducing pollution, repurposing waste, and generating sustainable energy for communities and industries. ## Revenue Model Kekin Energy will generate revenue by producing and selling clean gas and electricity to rural communities, installing sustainable biodigesters, and marketing organic fertilizers derived from the process. ## Target Market Kekin Energy's target market consists of rural communities, agricultural areas, and industries seeking access to clean energy, a reduction in organic waste, and sustainable solutions through biogas and electricity generation. ## Demand Evidence There is a demand for this solution because many rural communities and industries face high energy costs and problems related to organic waste. Kekin Energy offers a sustainable, affordable alternative that has a positive environmental impact. ## Competitors Our main competitors are solar panels and natural gas; however, many rural areas in Peru still do not have full access to these solutions. Kekin Energy aims to bring sustainable energy to remote communities. ## Founder Expertise I bring expertise in agroindustrial engineering, sustainability, biogas digesters, process analysis, innovation, and the circular economy. I also have experience in environmental projects, continuous improvement, and digital tools for data analysis. ## External Support Kekin Energy has received a non-monetary award for innovation and sustainability from the Peruvian Association of Engineers, which has helped strengthen and improve the development of our clean energy and circular economy solutions. ## Team The main functions include research, the development of biogas digesters, process analysis, technical validation, project management, and the search for sustainable solutions for the production of clean gas and electricity. ## Founder ROMAN ENRIQUE QUISPE GARCIA # CLP26 Colombia CLP26 ClimateLaunchpad Colombia applications (80 startups) # "EcoFrio circular Bakata · Clean Energy # "EcoFrio circular Bakata **Country:** 🇨🇴 Colombia · Bogotá **Category:** Clean Energy **CT Taxonomy:** CT-EN-001 — Solar PV **Impact Areas:** Adaptation, Circular Economy, Nature-Based **Stage:** Sketches **Team Size:** 1.0 **Funded:** False --- ## Elevator Pitch We have developed a portable solar cooler made from recycled polymers to provide sustainable cooling in areas without access to the power grid. Our system uses advanced thermal efficiency technology and is protected by a green patent. ## Climate Problem We are tackling the climate crisis by transforming recycled polymers into clean energy solutions. This is vital for curbing global warming and reducing the industrial carbon footprint. ## Solution We offer a portable, solar-powered cooling system made from recycled polymers. In practice, we eliminate CO2 emissions and repurpose post-industrial plastic waste. ## Revenue Model My plan is to generate revenue through the direct sale and rental of solar-powered refrigeration units made from recycled polymers. We also offer maintenance contracts and services for sustainable logistics, thereby diversifying our cash flow. ## Target Market Our target audience includes small businesses, government agencies, and NGOs. We focus on clients who need energy independence and cost savings through solar cooling. ## 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 Based on the 2026 Energy Transition Act, the need is real: there is a 40% shortfall in clean cooling in off-grid areas. My project addresses the government’s mandate to decarbonize the cold chain through the circular economy ## Competitors None of them use clean energy, recycled polymers, or autonomous cooling ## Founder Expertise Empirical researcher and technical developer. I have spent months teaching myself thermodynamics and polymers to create a unique solution. My knowledge comes from hands-on experimentation and the design of the green patent. ## External Support None ## Team Head of Research, Development, and Strategy: I oversee technical design, polymer stress testing, and management of the Green Patent. I supervise the commercial viability of the invention and its adaptation to the regulations of the 2026 Treaty. ## Founder Edison David Afanador Carranza # AirthNova · Air & Environment # AirthNova **Country:** 🇨🇴 Colombia · Bogotá **Category:** Air & Environment **CT Taxonomy:** CT-XS-004 — ESG / Climate Risk & Disclosure **Stage:** Ideation **Team Size:** 2.0 **Website:** https://linktr.ee/airthnova **Funded:** False --- ## Elevator Pitch AirthNova is an environmental consulting firm that helps organizations measure, reduce, and manage their carbon footprint, mitigate environmental risks, and implement sustainable strategies, as well as effectively report on their progress. ## Climate Problem AirthNova addresses the lack of carbon footprint measurement and management in companies. This is crucial because without data or strategies, emissions cannot be reduced and climate goals cannot be met, thereby exacerbating climate change. ## Solution AirthNova offers consulting services to measure, reduce, and manage carbon footprints. We implement strategies, mitigate risks, and provide guidance on sustainability reporting, helping companies make data-driven decisions. ## Revenue Model We generate revenue through environmental consulting (carbon footprint measurement, strategy development, implementation, and reporting) and photocatalytic paint as a complementary product and commercial entry point. ## Target Market Our target market consists of companies across various sectors that seek to reduce their carbon footprint, manage environmental risks, and comply with ESG and regulatory standards through sustainable strategies and effective reporting. ## Social Impact People Living in Extreme Poverty ## Demand Evidence There is a demand for stricter environmental regulations, pressure from investors and customers, and a need for companies to measure, manage, and report their impact in order to meet ESG standards. ## Competitors Our competitors include environmental consulting firms such as Inerco, Ingeprol, ASSA, ARCO, and Sostenibilidad y Estrategia in Bogotá, which offer environmental management, regulatory compliance, and sustainability services to businesses. ## Founder Expertise We offer training in business administration, with a focus on strategy, business models, and sustainability. In addition, we have received academic support that has guided the development and structuring of AirthNova. ## External Support We have received academic support through certificate programs and guidance from professors, who have helped us design our business model, structure our value proposition, and define AirthNova’s strategic approach. ## Team We are the founder and co-founder. One leads the development and implementation of photocatalytic paint, while the other focuses on environmental consulting, including strategy, carbon footprint, and sustainability. ## Founder Juan Angel # CurubaTech · Food & Agriculture # CurubaTech **Country:** 🇨🇴 Colombia · Bogota **Category:** Food & Agriculture **CT Taxonomy:** CT-IC-005 — Precision Agriculture Data & IoT **Impact Areas:** Adaptation, Circular Economy **Stage:** Private Beta **Team Size:** 10.0 **Website:** https://curuba.tech/en/ **Funded:** True (60000.0) --- ## Elevator Pitch CurubaTech helps farmers improve productivity and reduce emissions through remote agronomic assistance via WhatsApp. Our platform collects and analyzes field data to optimize decisions, reduce chemical use, and avoid unnecessary travel to farms. ## Climate Problem Agriculture generates high emissions from excessive travel, inefficient input use and poor data access. Small farmers lack timely technical support, reducing productivity while increasing carbon footprint and environmental degradation. ## Solution CurubaTech provides remote agronomic assistance via WhatsApp, enabling farmers to share field data and receive actionable expert recommendations when they need them. This reduces travel, optimizes chemical use and improves sustainable decision-making. ## Revenue Model We generate revenue through SaaS subscriptions, subscription per hectare technical assistance plans, and partnerships with agribusinesses, cooperatives, and development programs seeking scalable digital support for farmers. ## Target Market Small and medium-sized farmers, agribusinesses, cooperatives, NGOs, and public agricultural programs seeking efficient, data-driven and low-carbon technical assistance solutions. ## Social Impact Refugees - Asylum-seekers and Internally Displaced People, People Living in Extreme Poverty, Women ## Demand Evidence Our platform has been validated with farmers in multiple Colombian regions and crops. Users actively engage through WhatsApp, and partners continue expanding pilots and implementation opportunities. ## Competitors Competitors include traditional agricultural consultants and farm management software providers. However, few combine remote technical assistance, WhatsApp accessibility, and climate impact reduction for small farmers. ## Founder Expertise Our team combines expertise in agriculture, technology, data analysis, business strategy, and rural development, with experience in over 100 Colombian municipalities and international startup acceleration programs. ## External Support We have participated in national and international acceleration programs, secured local and foreign investment, received impact awards, and partnered with agricultural organizations across Colombia. ## Team The team covers product development, agronomy, data analysis, business development, legal strategy, and operations, supported by senior agricultural and corporate advisors. ## Founder Paula Aponte # SLOW textile recycling solutions · Air & Environment # SLOW textile recycling solutions **Country:** 🇨🇴 Colombia · Medellín **Category:** Air & Environment **CT Taxonomy:** CT-WA-003 — Recycling & Materials Recovery **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy **Stage:** Launched **Team Size:** 6.0 **Website:** https://slowreciclaje.com/ **Funded:** True (23255.0) --- ## Elevator Pitch We transform post-consumer and post-industrial textile waste into regenerated materials focus on complex and blended fibers that are difficult to recycle, converting them into new objects and architectural elements using concrete for regenerative design. ## Climate Problem Most textile waste is landfilled or incinerated releasing greenhouse gases and toxic pollutants. Yet less than 1% of clothing is recycled into new materials highlighting a gap in circular solutions and the urgent need for scalable textile waste recovery ## Solution SLOW transforms hard-to-recycle textile waste into regenerative materials and concrete-based design objects. By integrating complex textile fibers into concrete mixtures, we create lighter materials while diverting textile waste from landfills. ## Revenue Model SLOW operates a dual revenue model: companies pay us to collect and manage their textile waste, and we generate additional revenue by transforming recovered fibers into concrete-based design products and regenerative material projects. ## Target Market SLOW targets companies across industries that generate textile waste, as well as the sustainable design and construction sectors seeking regenerative materials. Initial market: Colombia, with future expansion to Europe’s growing circular materials market. ## Social Impact People Living in Extreme Poverty, Women ## Demand Evidence Market demand is validated through B2B clients using our textile recycling services and pilot projects testing regenerative materials for design, while concrete-based materials are currently undergoing laboratory testing for future construction applicatio ## Competitors In Colombia, we compete with around five textile waste managers providing collection and processing services. However, SLOW differentiates by transforming hard-to-recycle fibers into regenerative materials. In this area, there is no direct competitor yet. ## Founder Expertise Our multidisciplinary team combines expertise in circular fashion, finance, operations, and public policy. Together we bring experience in sustainability innovation, business development, partnerships, and building circular solutions in the textile sector ## External Support SLOW has received support through awards, accelerators, and strategic partnerships, including the GIZ Pousar Fund, Socya & Medellín Chamber of Commerce Hackathon, BritCham Sustainability Awards finalist recognition, and Green Business certification. ## Team Daniela Báez leads projects, partnerships, and public policy strategy. Santiago Cano leads operations and financial management. Vanessa Báez leads circular fashion expertise, market development, and business growth. ## Founder Vanessa Báez Morales # Climate Transition Intelligence Platform · Clean Industry # Climate Transition Intelligence Platform **Country:** 🇨🇴 Colombia · BOGOTA **Category:** Clean Industry **CT Taxonomy:** CT-XS-004 — ESG / Climate Risk & Disclosure **Stage:** Prototype **Team Size:** 2.0 **Funded:** False --- ## Elevator Pitch Digital platform that helps SMEs measure GHG emissions (Scopes 1–3) and assess climate risks using local factors, enabling them to align investments with climate goals and become more attractive to investors and financial institutions ## Climate Problem SMEs lack reliable, standardized emissions data, limiting access to climate finance and slowing mitigation. This matters because SMEs represent most businesses and emissions, yet remain excluded from financial flows needed for transition. ## Solution We offer a digital platform with expert support that helps SMEs measure emissions (Scopes 1–3), assess risks, and generate structured data aligned with PCAF, enabling financial institutions to evaluate projects and support climate investment ## Revenue Model Subscription-based model combining access to the digital platform and advisory services for SMEs and financial institutions, plus additional revenue from climate data analytics and project pipeline identification for investors ## Target Market SMEs in Latin America, especially in carbon-intensive sectors, and financial institutions seeking to measure financed emissions, assess climate risks, and identify sustainable investment opportunities ## Social Impact Indigenous Peoples, Women ## Demand Evidence Growing regulatory pressure (PCAF, IFRS, taxonomies) and lack of SME data create demand. Financial institutions need better data, while SMEs require tools to access climate finance, confirming a clear market gap ## Competitors Competitors include carbon accounting tools (Persefoni, Watershed) and climate consultants. However, they focus on large firms. Our differentiation is SME focus, local data, and integration with financial decision-making. ## Founder Expertise Strong expertise in climate finance, emissions accounting, impact measurement, and sustainable infrastructure. Experience working with financial institutions, public sector, and international frameworks such as PCAF and IRIS+ ## External Support The project builds on technical expertise in climate finance, PCAF methodologies, and prior work with financial institutions and impact frameworks. Early-stage development has been supported through internal resources ## Team Kelly leads the technical and climate strategy, including emissions accounting, impact methodologies, and sustainability frameworks. Richard leads financial structuring, partnerships, and engagement with financial institutions to scale SME climatesolution ## Founder Kelly Basabe Alvarado # Bioterra soluções agrosustentáveis · Food & Agriculture # Bioterra soluções agrosustentáveis **Country:** 🇨🇴 Colombia · Gurupi **Category:** Food & Agriculture **CT Taxonomy:** CT-AF-010 — Organic / Regenerative Agriculture **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy, Nature-Based **Stage:** Prototype **Team Size:** 5.0 **Funded:** True (28.0) --- ## Elevator Pitch Bioterra was founded with the goal of finding sustainable solutions to restore degraded soils in the Cerrado and boost food production in both rural and urban areas, by developing technologies for regenerative and urban agriculture. ## Climate Problem Bioterra combats the impacts of climate change on food production by working to regenerate soil, mitigate the effects of drought, and strengthen sustainable urban agriculture to increase food resilience in rural areas and cities. ## Solution Bioterra develops solutions for soil regeneration and urban agriculture. We created the HORTCITY platform and launched a vertical farming prototype for more efficient, sustainable food production in urban environments. ## Revenue Model Bioterra generates revenue through consulting services in sustainable soil management, technical subscriptions, and future services related to the HORTCITY platform and urban agriculture systems. ## Target Market Bioterra's target market includes farmers, urban agriculture projects, schools, residential communities, businesses, and smart cities seeking sustainable solutions for food production and environmental restoration. ## Social Impact Women ## Demand Evidence We validate demand through field sales, strategic partnerships, the expansion of customer contracts, and interest in urban agriculture, sustainability, and local food production projects. ## Competitors Our competitors include agricultural consulting firms and startups specializing in urban agriculture and vertical farming. We set ourselves apart by integrating soil regeneration, sustainable agriculture, and urban solutions into a single innovation model ## Founder Expertise I bring experience in sustainable soil management, regenerative agriculture, and the development of urban agriculture projects, as well as experience with acceleration programs, institutional partnerships, and the development of sustainability-focused solutions. ## External Support Bioterra received support from the Inova Cerrado, Inova Amazônia, Centelha, and Empreendedoras Tech programs, as well as through partnerships with an ICT in Tocantins and international cooperation with initiatives in the United Kingdom and Bogotá. ## Team Strategic leadership, development of innovation projects, technical coordination in sustainable soil management, urban agriculture, institutional partnerships, and the development of new businesses and sustainable technologies. ## Founder Miréia Bezerra Pereira de Freitas # Uniqua SAS BIC · Food & Agriculture # Uniqua SAS BIC **Country:** 🇨🇴 Colombia · Bogota **Category:** Food & Agriculture **CT Taxonomy:** CT-AF-001 — Sustainable Coffee Production **Impact Areas:** Adaptation **Stage:** Sketches **Team Size:** 0.0 **Website:** https://www.uniqua.com.co **Funded:** False --- ## Elevator Pitch Creators of coffee profiles with custom roasts and flavors. Cupping training program for vulnerable women. A group of coffee profilers focused on single mothers who are victims of violence. ## Climate Problem Deforestation caused by illicit crops. Impact on biodiversity in these regions, leading to unsustainable agriculture ## Solution A source of education and additional income for families, thereby improving household finances and discouraging alternative activities such as illicit crop cultivation and livestock farming ## Revenue Model The trained women are part of a coffee cupping network, which provides them with income for each coffee profiling service they perform ## Target Market Hotels, restaurants, cafes, coffee shops, and businesses ## Social Impact People of African Descent, Indigenous Peoples, Persons Belonging to National or Ethnic - Religious and Linguistic Minorities, People Living in Extreme Poverty, Women, LGBTQI+ People ## Demand Evidence Qualitative validation with potential customers ## Competitors We have no competition ## Founder Expertise Education and corporate experience in strategy, sales, training, product development, and innovation, both in Colombia and throughout Latin America ## External Support None ## Team General Manager and all company operations ## Founder Katherine Cadavid Villarraga # AGROLIDER · Food & Agriculture # AGROLIDER **Country:** 🇨🇴 Colombia · Bogotá **Category:** Food & Agriculture **CT Taxonomy:** CT-IC-005 — Precision Agriculture Data & IoT **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy **Stage:** Prototype **Team Size:** 2.0 **Funded:** False --- ## Elevator Pitch Agrolider is an efficiency ecosystem where users can monitor their crops in real time and remotely through drones that receive bioclimatic information to use prediction algorithms. ## Climate Problem Today, agriculture faces a critical challenge: low productivity and constant crop losses. It suffers from shortages of inputs, high purchase costs, logistical problems, and limited access to technology. ## Solution The ecosystem have agricultural drones that collect information in real time. Artificial intelligence is trained and analyzes data with neural networks and issues reports periodically to give instructions to the farmer. ## Revenue Model We manufacture and rent agricultural drones, offering farmers both the equipment. We collect, manage, and analyze data, transforming it into valuable information. Users pay for an annual license. ## Target Market Potato producers located in Boyacá Colombia ## Social Impact People Living in Extreme Poverty ## Demand Evidence More than 100,000 potato producers, 30,000 are affiliated with FEDEPAPA, the main association of potato producers in Colombia, and about 8,100 producers are located in Boyacá. ## Competitors There are companies that specialize in digital agriculture, such as Bayer with FieldView® brand. They integrate data on planting, spraying, harvesting, monitoring, satellite imagery, and soil into a simple and user-friendly visual experience. ## Founder Expertise We have a record in developing prototypes of agricultural robots. ## External Support Externado University of Colombia support us with networks of contacts and funding at the academic level. ## Team CTO Juan Pablo Hernandez is 13 years old. He developed the dron prototype. CEO Derly Camargo is 37 years old. She developed the bussiness model and the innovation concept. ## Founder Derly Camargo Guerrero # Pannana · Air & Environment # Pannana **Country:** 🇨🇴 Colombia · Bogota **Category:** Air & Environment **CT Taxonomy:** CT-WA-002 — Organic Waste & Composting **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy **Stage:** Ideation **Team Size:** 2.0 **Website:** https://www.instagram.com/pannana.bakery/ **Funded:** False --- ## Elevator Pitch We salvage ripe bananas that are often thrown away by supermarkets and neighborhood stores, and give them a second life by turning them into delicious, high-quality baked goods. ## Climate Problem We are addressing food waste (currently bananas that are still fit for consumption). This waste generates avoidable emissions from the food system, and reducing it is key to lowering the agricultural sector’s climate impact. ## Solution The solution lies in salvaging bananas that are about to be discarded by supermarkets and stores through agreements whereby these businesses provide them to us at a low cost, allowing us to transform them into high-quality baked goods. ## Revenue Model We generate revenue by selling baked goods made with rescued bananas! ## Target Market We used to operate as a business that sold directly to end consumers (young people and adults with middle- to high-income levels in Bogotá), but with this new approach, we also want to reach supermarket chains, retail stores, and cafés. ## Social Impact Persons Belonging to National or Ethnic - Religious and Linguistic Minorities ## Demand Evidence We have primarily validated the demand through the business’s sales to end customers between 2019 and 2022. Furthermore, Bogotá is a dynamic city with urban consumers who are open to trendy and innovative concepts. ## Competitors In Bogotá, there are a few businesses that offer similar products, such as banana bread and banana cakes, targeting a similar customer base. However, these businesses do not focus on food rescue or reducing food waste. ## Founder Expertise Based on my experience in the hospitality industry, working in restaurant operations, and with a master’s degree in Environmental and Natural Resource Management, I understand both the practical aspects and the environmental impact of failing to promote initiatives that reduce GHG emissions. ## External Support None. The idea started out as a baking business, but I am currently in the process of reorienting and rethinking it to integrate it into a model with a circular economy approach based on waste reduction. ## Team The team currently consists of two people. Responsibilities are divided between legal and administrative tasks, and another area (my area) focused on sales and marketing, including client relations and the pursuit of strategic partnerships. ## Founder Maria Camila Carvajal # RAIRANFÓ · Air & Environment # RAIRANFÓ **Country:** 🇨🇴 Colombia · BOGOTA, DISTRITO CAPITAL **Category:** Air & Environment **CT Taxonomy:** CT-AF-005 — Community Reforestation / REDD+ **Impact Areas:** Adaptation, Nature-Based **Stage:** Ideation **Team Size:** 1.0 **Funded:** False --- ## Elevator Pitch RairanFó is the leading solution in the Ubaté Valley that combines tracking technology with local expertise to carry out highly precise ecological restoration projects. We turn companies’ regulatory compliance into a driver of development. ## Climate Problem It is vital because it ensures real carbon sinks and biodiversity through Industry 4.0 technology, transforming environmental liabilities into verifiable climate assets. Precision restoration! ## Solution RAIRANFÓ offers a comprehensive service for land restoration and rehabilitation. We combine native species, local knowledge, and digital traceability tools to generate verifiable environmental value and climate resilience in mining areas ## Revenue Model We generate revenue through the sale of native plants, project implementation, and subscriptions to Monitoring 4.0. We enhance profitability through CO2 capture certification for carbon credits, backed by our verifiable digital traceability. ## Target Market Mining and energy companies with compensation obligations to the ANLA/CAR in the Ubaté Valley. We also include the public sector (municipalities) for restoration and the real estate sector for maintenance landscaping ## Social Impact People Living in Extreme Poverty ## Demand Evidence We have identified 12,000 hectares of potential demand and 6,000 hectares subject to legal obligations in Guachetá. There is a 6% cost overrun due to a lack of local supply and unsuccessful bids. ## Competitors Commercial nurseries and consulting firms operating nationwide ## Founder Expertise Environmental engineer and master’s student in eco-innovation with experience in the design and implementation of PMRRA. I bring technical expertise in native species and land management to help transform legal obligations into climate assets. ## External Support Knowledge ## Team As the founder, I lead the strategic vision and development of the RairanFó model. I coordinate the integration of Industry 4.0 technology with local knowledge to ensure successful restoration projects and transform legal obligations into verifiable climate assets. ## Founder GYSELL CASTILLO # BioTeva · Food & Agriculture # BioTeva **Country:** 🇨🇴 Colombia · Bogotá **Category:** Food & Agriculture **CT Taxonomy:** CT-AF-012 — Bio-based Agricultural Inputs **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy **Stage:** Prototype **Team Size:** 2.0 **Website:** https://bioteva.streamlit.app/ **Funded:** False --- ## Elevator Pitch BioTeva raises edible crickets in Colombia to produce sustainable protein flour. Lower carbon, water and land footprint than conventional animal protein. We transform insects into innovative, accessible food products. ## Climate Problem Conventional animal protein (beef, pork, chicken) generates 14.5% of global GHG emissions. Colombia's growing protein demand intensifies this impact. We need scalable, low-emission alternatives to feed people without accelerating climate change. ## Solution BioTeva farms edible crickets and processes them into protein flour for food products. Crickets emit 80% less GHG than beef, use minimal water and land, and convert feed efficiently. We operate a pilot farm in Colombia to scale local production. ## Revenue Model We sell cricket protein flour B2B to food manufacturers and directly to health-conscious consumers via B2C channels. Revenue streams include bulk flour sales, branded protein snacks, and future licensing of our farming model to rural producers. ## Target Market Food manufacturers, health food brands, and fitness-conscious consumers in Colombia and Latin America. Secondary markets include pet food producers and animal feed companies seeking sustainable protein inputs. ## Social Impact Women ## Demand Evidence We conducted a market validation using cookies made with third-party cricket flour, gathering consumer surveys. Results showed strong openness to insect-based protein among health and sustainability-oriented consumers in Bogotá. ## Competitors In Colombia: Insecto (Medellín). Regionally: Grillon (Mexico), Entomo Farms (Canada). We differentiate through local production, lower costs, and a vertically integrated model from farm to finished product. ## Founder Expertise Co-founder 1: environmental engineer with expertise in sustainable production systems and environmental management. Co-founder 2: business operations and logistics. Together we combine technical, scientific and entrepreneurial skills. ## External Support BioTeva is self-funded by its two founders. We have built our pilot facility with own resources, conducted market validation with consumer surveys, and received informal mentorship from the local entrepreneurial ecosystem. No institutional funding yet. ## Team Co-founder 1 leads technical operations, environmental compliance, and product development. Co-founder 2 manages business strategy, supply chain, and commercial relationships. Both are actively involved in daily farm operations. ## Founder Juan Carlos Castro Vergara # ArtexLab · Clean Industry # ArtexLab **Country:** 🇨🇴 Colombia · Bogotá **Category:** Clean Industry **CT Taxonomy:** CT-WA-004 — Circular Products & EPR **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy **Stage:** Ideation **Team Size:** 2.0 **Funded:** False --- ## Elevator Pitch Modelo de negocio para la fabricación de mobiliario a partir de la recuperación de residuos textiles. ## Climate Problem Contaminación de recursos naturales por la generación de residuos textiles. ## Solution Nuestra solución se enfoca a la recuperación de residuos textiles para reincorporar en la cadena productiva; a partir de la fabricación de mobiliario. ## Revenue Model Mediante la comercialización de mobiliario en modelo de negocio tanto B2B (compra como fortalecimiento de estrategia de sostenibilidad) y modelo B2C (productos dirigidos a consumidores conscientes). ## Target Market Consumidores y empresas conscientes ## Social Impact LGBTQI+ People ## Demand Evidence A partir de la investigación, hemos identificado un océano azul ya que en Colombia no se encuentran ideas de negocio simulares. ## Competitors Los competidores se relacionan más hacia productos mobiliarios convencionales, sin enfoque de circularidad. Los pocos productos que existen, se orientan mas a muebles realizados con plástico, mas no textiles. ## Founder Expertise Catalina Gutiérrez Ingeniera Ambiental, estudiante de Maestría en gerencia Ambiental circular Paola Paez - Ingeniera Ambiental especialista en formulación de proyectos ## External Support Asesoría en emprendimiento por la Universidad Externado de Colombia ## Team Estructuración y puesta en marcha del proyecto. ## Founder Laura Catalina # HoneyB · Clean Industry # HoneyB **Country:** 🇨🇴 Colombia · Bucaramanga **Category:** Clean Industry **CT Taxonomy:** CT-AF-009 — Bioeconomy & Nature-Based Solutions **Impact Areas:** Nature-Based **Stage:** Ideation **Team Size:** 5.0 **Funded:** True (8000.0) --- ## Elevator Pitch HoneyB is an impact startup that creates innovative honey-based products, combining reforestation and pollination to regenerate ecosystems. Each product turns consumption into environmental and social impact in partnership with local communities. ## Climate Problem We address biodiversity loss caused by the decline in pollinators and deforestation, as well as pollution from plastics and chemicals (endocrine disruptors). This is critical because it affects CO₂, human health, and the resilience of ecosystems ## Solution We develop honey-based solid shampoo that replaces plastics and chemicals while promoting pollination and reforestation. We work with partner communities and measure CO₂ emissions avoided, transforming consumption into environmental and social regeneration ## Revenue Model We would generate revenue by selling solid shampoo, primarily to the hospitality sector (B2B) and retail. In the future, we will integrate a carbon offset model tied to the product, linking consumption to measurable environmental and social impact. ## Target Market Our target market is the hospitality industry (B2B) and environmentally conscious consumers (B2C) who are looking for sustainable personal care alternatives, particularly travelers and companies committed to reducing their environmental impact. ## Social Impact Indigenous Peoples, Refugees - Asylum-seekers and Internally Displaced People, Women ## Demand Evidence We validate demand through market research, pilot programs, and sales to consumers and hotels, with a presence in over 12 countries and repeat purchases. Furthermore, the sustainable cosmetics market is growing by more than 8% annually (Grand View Research), demonstrating a clear trend toward plastic-free and chemical-free products ## Competitors We compete with natural cosmetics and solid shampoo brands, both local and global. We also compete with major players like L’Occitane, which has already entered the hospitality sector through partnerships with luxury chains such as Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts. ## Founder Expertise An entrepreneur with over 10 years of experience building impactful solutions. I have expertise in product development and pivoting, market validation, B2B/B2C sales, and scaling. I have worked with communities in 22 departments and am a business consultant. ## External Support We have grown through bootstrapping, with a grant from UNESCO–Nestlé. We participated in the Venture Building Sprint with Catalist and in training and mentoring programs at the national and international levels. In addition, we have received working capital investment. ## Team Multidisciplinary team: founder with over 10 years of experience in impact startups; Yohana oversees administrative and financial matters; Julián handles digital marketing; Lab Arjona (chemistry team) handles R&D; Vanesa focuses on internationalization and new markets. ## Founder Carlos Santiago Cavanzo Sánchez # Ikani · Efficiency # Ikani **Country:** 🇨🇴 Colombia · Peru Cusco **Category:** Efficiency **CT Taxonomy:** CT-IN-005 — Eco-friendly Consumer & Cleaning Products **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy, Nature-Based **Stage:** Launched **Team Size:** 2.0 **Website:** https://www.ikani.pe **Funded:** True (15000.0) --- ## Elevator Pitch We create solid personal care products made with local ingredients, using water-free and plastic-free packaging ## Climate Problem The personal care industry pollutes rivers and oceans with single-use plastics; furthermore, the water contained in its formulations poses health risks in the medium and long term. The water and plastic packaging generate CO2 due to their weight and volume. ## Solution We aim to eliminate plastic from packaging by developing water-free formulas and innovating in product formats and packaging—all to promote people’s health and beauty while also protecting the planet. ## Revenue Model B2B and B2C, through eco-stores where our audience is already segmented, and B2C through e-commerce platforms ## Target Market People with a healthy lifestyle who are looking for products that have a positive impact on their lives and the planet, especially women aged 24–60 ## Social Impact Women ## Demand Evidence We have ongoing sales ## Competitors Faria Naturals Catalina Ethique ## Founder Expertise My professional background as an administrator and holder of a master’s degree in Bio-commerce and Sustainable Development, as well as being the founder of Ikani, which has experienced steady growth ## External Support We won startup11g 2GCC, a fund for startups focused on climate change. ## Team Mery: Production and Sales Melanie: Administration and Sales ## Founder Mery Coello # Modular Agrosolutions · Food & Agriculture # Modular Agrosolutions **Country:** 🇨🇴 Colombia · Bogotá **Category:** Food & Agriculture **CT Taxonomy:** CT-IC-005 — Precision Agriculture Data & IoT **Impact Areas:** Adaptation **Stage:** Prototype **Team Size:** 5.0 **Website:** https://modtech.site/modularagrosolutions **Funded:** False --- ## Elevator Pitch A climate intelligence infrastructure that integrates satellite imagery and on-site technical tracking to optimize crop yields and ensure sustainability standards in areas with limited connectivity. ## Climate Problem We address the lack of verifiable data regarding climate risks and the challenge of interpreting satellite alerts in the field. In areas with poor connectivity, this prevents timely responses and leads to reactive decisions in the field and critical losses. ## Solution We offer a platform that links satellite alerts with on-the-ground validation via NFC/RFID, using an "offline-first" approach. Our AI generates predictive alerts and automates operational routes in response to real-time weather risks. ## Revenue Model We generate revenue through an annual subscription-based B2B SaaS & DaaS model, the sale of enabling hardware (NFC/RFID tags), and professional implementation and training services. ## Target Market Our target market consists of agricultural project management and oversight firms in Colombia, Mexico, Chile, Argentina, and Spain, with a focus on companies that require verifiable reports and audits. ## Social Impact Indigenous Peoples, Persons Belonging to National or Ethnic - Religious and Linguistic Minorities, People Living in Extreme Poverty, Women ## Demand Evidence We have validated the market demand with three pilot projects accepted in Colombia and the support of Startuplab01 and Hello Tomorrow. In addition, companies need to eliminate fraud and automate end-to-end operational audit reports in areas with limited connectivity. ## Competitors We compete with traditional manual record-keeping and expensive hardware platforms. In our region, there is no software optimized for on-site data collection; digital forms such as Cropin or SpaceAg are the norm. ## Founder Expertise I bring more than 7 years of experience in agricultural and technology project management. I am proficient in Python and JavaScript development, applying data analytics to inform strategic decisions in operational environments. ## External Support We filed a patent application for our technology through the PAI program (CO). We were selected for the startuplab01 & hello tomorrow residency (CL) and have secured three pilot projects in Colombia to begin validation. ## Team As CEO, I lead the strategy and analytics efforts. The team includes a Tech Lead for development, a backend and security engineer specializing in low-connectivity synchronization, a sales representative, and an accountant. ## Founder Cristian Alberto Contreras Caselles # EcoHub · Not Assigned/ Unknown # EcoHub **Country:** 🇨🇴 Colombia · Bogotá **Category:** Not Assigned/ Unknown **CT Taxonomy:** CT-XS-003 — Green Finance & Climate Fintech **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy, Nature-Based **Stage:** Prototype **Team Size:** 3.0 **Website:** https://ecohub-frontend-six.vercel.app/ **Funded:** False --- ## Elevator Pitch EcoHub is an open-source decentralized platform designed to empower ecological projects through Web3 technology and DAO structures. We provide a transparent ecosystem where communities can secure crypto-funding and collaborate on environmental initiatives ## Climate Problem Grassroots ecological projects struggle with opaque funding and isolated efforts. EcoHub addresses this funding gap and fragmentation, mattering because empowering local "eco-seeds" globally is essential to scale climate action effectively ## Solution We offer an open-source Web3 platform acting as a "GitHub for ecology." We tackle this by enabling creators to launch DAO-structured projects, receive transparent crypto-funding, and collaborate globally to scale nature-based solutions ## Revenue Model Revenue is generated through a small percentage fee on crypto-funding transactions, premium tier tools for DAO governance, and strategic partnerships with green organizations seeking verified impact projects to sponsor on our platform ## Target Market Eco-entrepreneurs, environmentally conscious crypto-investors and philanthropists, and open-source developers ## Social Impact Indigenous Peoples, Refugees - Asylum-seekers and Internally Displaced People, People Living in Extreme Poverty ## Demand Evidence The growth of Regenerative Finance (ReFi) and climate DAOs proves high demand for Web3 climate solutions. Furthermore, grassroots creators constantly cite funding bottlenecks and lack of global collaborative tools as barriers to scale ## Competitors Competitors include Gitcoin (climate rounds) and Giveth (crypto donations), plus networks like Regen Network. However, EcoHub uniquely combines open-source technical collaboration with DAO governance specifically tailored for eco-projects ## Founder Expertise We combine high-level software engineering and Web3 infrastructure with the deep ecological expertise of the Shambala initiative. Our team bridges the gap between decentralized technology and on-the-ground environmental impact in Latin America ## External Support We are leveraging cloud infrastructure credits to build our MVP. Beyond technical community feedback, we have not received formal external incubation or financial support yet, making ClimateLaunchpad our ideal first structural step ## Team I lead software architecture and Web3 strategy. Julian and Daniel serve as ecological impact directors, managing project validation and community engagement through their extensive Shambala network to ensure real-world environmental results ## Founder Jesus Manuel Contreras Padilla # communitylab s.a.s · Clean Industry # communitylab s.a.s **Country:** 🇨🇴 Colombia · Pereira **Category:** Clean Industry **CT Taxonomy:** CT-XS-008 — Circular Economy Consulting & Platforms **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy **Stage:** Launched **Team Size:** 7.0 **Funded:** False --- ## Elevator Pitch CommunityLab is a cleantech company that transforms waste into traceable, profitable assets using technology, data, and circular economy models. We integrate digital traceability, materials analysis, and resource recovery to reduce environmental and economic impacts. ## Climate Problem We address the lack of traceability and waste recovery, which leads to emissions, pollution, and the loss of resources. This is critical because it directly impacts climate change and material efficiency in Latin America. ## Solution We offer a traceability platform (SICircular) and resource recovery models that turn waste into resources. In practice, we measure material flows, optimize their use, and generate revenue and verifiable environmental impact. ## Revenue Model We generate revenue through a pay-as-you-go SaaS model for SICircular, consulting services in the circular economy, and fees for waste recovery. We also generate revenue through impact-based models such as plastic credits and ESG solutions. ## Target Market Industrial, retail, and consumer goods companies in Latin America that require traceability, waste recovery, and ESG compliance; as well as managers and public entities promoting the circular economy. ## Social Impact Women ## Demand Evidence We validate market demand through our client companies and active projects, driven by regulatory pressure and ESG goals. Our results in valuation and traceability demonstrate genuine need and a willingness to pay. ## Competitors We compete with waste management companies, recyclers, and platforms such as Recykal and Circulor. In Latin America, there are local players, but few integrate traceability, recovery, and monetization into a single solution. ## Founder Expertise We bring expertise in the circular economy, technological development, materials analysis, and sustainable business models. We have implemented real-world projects with companies, integrating traceability, resource recovery, and measurable impact in the region. ## External Support We have received support from corporate partners and clients in Colombia, who have validated our solution through real-world projects. We have also participated in programs and networks within the innovation and sustainability ecosystem, which have strengthened our model and growth. ## Team Strategy and leadership, technological development, materials analysis and circular design, research and development in organic waste, partnership management, and B2B sales to scale the solution. ## Founder beatriz eugenia correa peres # Communitylab · Clean Industry # Communitylab **Country:** 🇨🇴 Colombia · Pereira **Category:** Clean Industry **CT Taxonomy:** CT-XS-008 — Circular Economy Consulting & Platforms **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy, Nature-Based **Stage:** Launched **Team Size:** 7.0 **Funded:** False --- ## Elevator Pitch It's not waste management—it's monetizing the circular economy ## Climate Problem CommunityLab combats material loss and emissions caused by poorly managed waste through traceability, resource recovery, and the circular economy, reducing CO₂ emissions and transforming waste into new resources. ## Solution CommunityLab develops traceability, AI, and IoT technologies to measure, recover, and repurpose waste, creating circular flows that reduce emissions, optimize resources, and generate new sustainable materials. ## Revenue Model CommunityLab generates revenue through SaaS licenses for traceability, consulting services in the circular economy, materials analysis, waste recovery, ESG metrics, and the development of customized cleantech solutions. (It is already generating revenue.) ## Target Market B2B companies, industries, waste management operators, consumer brands, and organizations seeking traceability, a circular economy, waste recovery, and compliance with ESG and sustainability metrics. ## Social Impact Women ## Demand Evidence CommunityLab validates demand through pilot projects with companies, requests for traceability and ESG metrics, the growth of the circular economy, and the increasing need to reduce waste and emissions and comply with environmental regulations. ## Competitors We compete with environmental consulting firms, waste management companies, and traditional ESG platforms. While there are recycling and sustainability companies in the region, few integrate AI, IoT, traceability, and circular economy principles. ## Founder Expertise CommunityLab brings together expertise in the circular economy, cleantech, waste recovery, traceability, technological development, ESG metrics, biomaterials, AI, and IoT as applied to corporate sustainability. ## External Support CommunityLab has received support through partnerships with companies, universities, and innovation organizations, as well as technical validation, R&D support, and participation in entrepreneurship and sustainability programs. ## Team The team leads efforts in technological development, traceability, the circular economy, R&D in biomaterials, ESG analysis, operations, strategic partnerships, and the design of solutions for value creation and corporate sustainability. ## Founder beatriz eugenia correa perez # Circool · Clean Industry # Circool **Country:** 🇨🇴 Colombia · Bogota **Category:** Clean Industry **CT Taxonomy:** CT-XS-008 — Circular Economy Consulting & Platforms **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy **Stage:** Prototype **Team Size:** 2.0 **Website:** https://circool.in/ **Funded:** False --- ## Elevator Pitch Circool develops circular economy solutions that extend the life of discarded materials by transforming them into new products. We integrate AI and blockchain to trace each material from waste to value, making impact measurable and verifiable. ## Climate Problem The textile industry produces +10% of global CO2 emissions. In Bogota, 147,000+ tons go to landfill yearly. Redirecting that waste cuts emissions, reduces water stress and prevents soil and waterway contamination. ## Solution We collect textile waste with formal grassroots recyclers, sort and compact it through low-impact processes. AI and blockchain trace each batch, generating verifiable impact data for B2B clients and end consumers. ## Revenue Model Sales of decorative materials to ESG-driven companies and design studios. Installation services. Traceability and impact reports for firms legally required to manage textile waste under Colombia's Draft Law 218/2022. ## Target Market Retail and fashion companies with ESG targets in Colombia. Sustainable interior design studios. Companies legally required to manage textile waste under Draft Law 218/2022, a fast-growing compliance market. ## Social Impact Migrants, Women ## Demand Evidence Colombia's Draft Law 218/2022 already mandates textile waste management, yet no local solution offers traceable reuse. Companies face ESG pressure and regulatory deadlines with nothing to comply with. That is our market. ## Competitors In Colombia: Infinita, idea stage only, no product. No brick production from textiles at scale. Internationally: FabBRICK validates the model. Our edge: verified traceability and a low-environmental-impact process. ## Founder Expertise Liz: biomaterials designer, MA Design, Lapiz de Acero 2023, R&D in materials and sustainability. Jessica: circular economy platform builder, impact project leader in Peru and Colombia, company founder in both markets. ## External Support In progress: technical alliance with the Design Dept., U. de los Andes for process validation and material testing. Exploring access to UNIMINUTO's textile lab and community clothing depot as a raw material source. ## Team Liz leads product R&D, prototyping, technical validation and documentation. Jessica leads strategy, university and corporate partnerships, funding, technology traceability and business model development. ## Founder Jessica Cruz Alonso # construyendo redes de paz con la naturaleza · Air & Environment # construyendo redes de paz con la naturaleza **Country:** 🇨🇴 Colombia · Falan Tolima **Category:** Air & Environment **CT Taxonomy:** CT-AF-005 — Community Reforestation / REDD+ **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy **Stage:** Prototype **Team Size:** 15.0 **Funded:** False --- ## Elevator Pitch "Construyendo Redes de Paz con la Naturaleza" es una startup de biotecnología que regenera 666 hectáreas en el Tolima. Unimos ciencia y comunidad para transformar tierras degradadas en modelos rentables, sostenibles y generadores de paz territorial. ## Climate Problem Combatimos la degradación crítica de ecosistemas y la pérdida de biodiversidad en el Tolima. Nuestra biotecnología regenera 666 hectáreas, transformando suelos agotados en sumideros de carbono y motores de paz climática con alta rentabilidad social. ## Solution Implementamos biotecnología (microorganismos ) para restaurar 666 hectáreas. En la práctica, creamos viveros de especies endémicas y formamos a la comunidad en agroecología rentable, convirtiendo tierras degradadas en activos sostenibles. ## Revenue Model Monetizamos mediante la venta de créditos de carbono, servicios de asistencia técnica en biotecnología regenerativa y comercialización de productos agroecológicos de alta calidad. Convertimos la restauración en un modelo de negocio verde y escalable. ## Target Market construcción ## Social Impact People Living in Extreme Poverty, Women ## Demand Evidence La demanda es crítica: el mercado global de créditos de carbono y productos regenerativos crece exponencialmente. Localmente, la urgencia de cumplir metas del PND y la presión climática en el Tolima validan la necesidad de nuestra biotecnología. ## Competitors Competimos con consultoras y proyectos de reforestación tradicional como Grupo Argos (Río Saldaña) o CO2CERO. Nos diferenciamos al integrar biotecnología (nanopartículas) y un enfoque 100% comunitario que garantiza permanencia y paz en el Tolima. ## Founder Expertise Aporto 17 años de experiencia técnica en construcción y gestión administrativa. Como líder social en el Tolima, combino mi conocimiento en ingeniería civil con biotecnología aplicada para ejecutar proyectos de restauración de alto impacto territorial. ## External Support Contamos con el respaldo técnico de instructores del SENA y la validación de redes comunitarias en el Tolima. Hemos consolidado alianzas locales para la gestión de la Reserva Forestal Mutis, logrando el compromiso social para restaurar ## Team Dividimos el equipo así: 1 Coordinador técnico (estrategia), 2 Expertos en biotecnología (vivero y nanopartículas), 10 Operarios de campo (ahoyado, siembra y mantenimiento) y 2 Gestores sociales (educación y enlace comunitario). Eficiencia y rigor técnico ## Founder Williams Andrés Cruz TOvar # VIT Sensors · Food & Agriculture # VIT Sensors **Country:** 🇨🇴 Colombia · Bogotá **Category:** Food & Agriculture **CT Taxonomy:** CT-IC-005 — Precision Agriculture Data & IoT **Impact Areas:** Adaptation, Circular Economy **Stage:** Launched **Team Size:** 6.0 **Website:** https://www.vitsensors.com **Funded:** True (15000.0) --- ## Elevator Pitch VIT Sensors develops smart sensing technology for real-time crop monitoring, helping farmers optimize irrigation, fertilization, and crop management through data-driven decisions. ## Climate Problem VIT Sensors addresses inefficient irrigation and fertilization driven by lack of real-time data and limited technical assistance—90% of farmers lack it. This is critical to meet FAO 2050 food demand, optimize 70% of freshwater used in agriculture, and bui ## Solution VIT Sensors uses in-field sensors and a digital platform to monitor soil and crop conditions in real time, turning data into actionable irrigation and fertilization recommendations that help farmers reduce input waste and improve productivity. ## Revenue Model We generate revenue through the sale of our sensor hardware and a recurring subscription for our data platform. We are already generating revenue, closing 2025 with ~USD 11K and reaching ~USD 5K in Q1 2026, with growth from early customers. ## Target Market Our target market is small and medium-sized agricultural producers in Latin America and Europe, starting with high-value crops such as flowers, berries, coffee, and greenhouse production, where precision irrigation & fertilization have the highest impact. ## Social Impact Indigenous Peoples, Women ## Demand Evidence Our current customers and consistent revenue growth validate that the identified market has a real and urgent need for better data-driven irrigation and fertilization solutions, confirming strong and growing demand for our technology. ## Competitors Competitors include traditional agronomy advisory services, irrigation consultancies, and AgTech companies offering soil sensors and farm management platforms. Most focus on data collection, while fewer provide real-time, actionable decision support for f ## Founder Expertise Our founding team brings over 20 years of combined experience in developing technology solutions. We also share a strong agricultural background from farming families, which deeply connects us to the real challenges faced by farmers and the sector. ## External Support We have received support from startup ecosystem programs and early pilots with farmers and partners in Latin America & Europe, helping us validate our technology in real agricultural conditions and refine our product based on field feedback. ## Team The team is structured around product & hardware development, data/AI platform engineering, and business development & partnerships. Each founder leads one of these core areas, combining technical execution with strong field and market validation. ## Founder Jonathan Diaz # Circuito cero · Air & Environment # Circuito cero **Country:** 🇨🇴 Colombia · Bogotá **Category:** Air & Environment **CT Taxonomy:** CT-WA-003 — Recycling & Materials Recovery **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy **Stage:** Ideation **Team Size:** 1.0 **Funded:** False --- ## Elevator Pitch Circuito Cero manages waste to turn it into resources, by involving recyclers and closing the loop, thereby reducing emissions and helping to mitigate climate change. ## Climate Problem Circuito Cero addresses GHG emissions caused by poor waste management (methane from landfills and open burning). It is essential because it reduces pollution, recycles materials, and directly contributes to mitigating climate change. ## Solution Circuito Cero implements waste sorting, classification, and recovery, involving waste pickers and preventing waste from being sent to landfills, thereby reducing emissions and turning waste into resources. ## Revenue Model I will generate revenue by selling recovered recyclable materials, providing collection and management services to businesses, and implementing circular economy initiatives that monetize waste recovery. ## Target Market My target market consists primarily of bottling companies that require recycled glass as a raw material; I supply them with high-quality recovered material for their production processes. ## Social Impact People Living in Extreme Poverty ## Demand Evidence There is demand because bottling companies need recycled glass to reduce costs and their carbon footprint; furthermore, there is a shortage of properly sorted material, which points to a clear market opportunity. ## Competitors My main competitor is Peldar, as it is a well-established player in the recycled glass market, with a high processing capacity and the ability to supply bottling companies. ## Founder Expertise I bring expertise in environmental management, waste management, and the circular economy, along with experience in operating recycling centers and collaborating with recyclers to recover and repurpose materials. ## External Support I have received academic and technical training in environmental management and waste management, which has helped Circuito Cero grow, although I do not yet have any external financial support. ## Team During this ideation phase, I structure the business model, analyze its technical, operational, and financial feasibility, conduct market research (particularly on bottling companies), define the value proposition, identify strategic partners, and design pilot tests to ## Founder María José Díaz García # AgroData Connect · Food & Agriculture # AgroData Connect **Country:** 🇨🇴 Colombia · Medellin **Category:** Food & Agriculture **CT Taxonomy:** CT-IC-005 — Precision Agriculture Data & IoT **Impact Areas:** Adaptation, Nature-Based **Stage:** Ideation **Team Size:** 5.0 **Website:** https://linktr.ee/agrodataconnect **Funded:** True (175000.0) --- ## Elevator Pitch AgroData Connect is an AI-powered platform that helps smallholder farmers monitor crops, detect risks, and make data-driven decisions. It improves productivity, reduces losses, and enables climate-resilient agriculture in low-connectivity environments. ## Climate Problem Smallholder farmers lack real-time data to adapt to climate change, leading to crop losses of up to 40%. This reduces food security and increases vulnerability to climate variability in rural communities. ## Solution AgroData Connect uses AI to help farmers monitor crops, detect risks, and make climate-smart decisions via WhatsApp, mobile, and web—even offline—improving resilience and reducing losses. ## Revenue Model We operate a B2B SaaS model, selling subscriptions to cooperatives, NGOs, and agribusinesses managing farmer networks, plus data services and pilot programs. ## Target Market Smallholder farmers and agricultural organizations (cooperatives, NGOs, governments) in Latin America, focusing on climate-vulnerable regions. ## 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 We validated demand through pilots with 50+ farmers, showing 20–35% yield improvements and strong adoption in low-connectivity environments. ## Competitors Plantix, Agrolly, and other AgTech platforms. However, most require connectivity or target large farms, unlike our inclusive, offline-first solution. ## Founder Expertise Founder with background in agronomy and AI, international fellow (YLAI, Royal Academy, FAO), with $160K+ in awards and experience building AgTech solutions. ## External Support Over $160K USD in global non-dilutive funding from programs like YLAI (U.S. Department of State), Royal Academy of Engineering, FAO, and Huawei. ## Team Team includes AI/ML development, software engineering, agronomy validation, and product/field operations. ## Founder Milton Duque Cano # DANTIUM · Air & Environment # DANTIUM **Country:** 🇨🇴 Colombia · Bogotá **Category:** Air & Environment **CT Taxonomy:** CT-BU-001 — Sustainable Construction Materials **Impact Areas:** Adaptation, Circular Economy **Stage:** Prototype **Team Size:** 5.0 **Funded:** False --- ## Elevator Pitch Dantium es un proyecto que transforma residuos plásticos en madera plástica para fabricar bloques y cercas sostenibles. Integra innovación como iluminación LED en algunos prototipos, aportando a la reducción de contaminación y mejorando la infraestructura ## Climate Problem El proyecto aborda la acumulación de residuos plásticos mal gestionados, que contaminan suelos, fuentes hídricas y generan emisiones al degradarse o ser incinerados, afectando especialmente a zonas rurales, donde hay menos soluciones de manejo ## Solution Dantium transforma residuos plásticos en madera plástica para fabricar bloques y cercas, en la práctica, se recolecta, procesa y se reutiliza estos materiales en productos útiles, integrando iluminación LED como solucion para zonas rurales sin iluminacion ## Revenue Model Generaré ingresos mediante la venta de bloques, cercas y productos en madera plástica, así como por proyectos con entidades públicas y privadas, también a través de soluciones a medida para zonas rurales y posibles alianzas ## Target Market El mercado objetivo inicial son grandes empresas y ganaderos que requieren soluciones sostenibles para infraestructura rural. A mediano plazo, se proyecta llegar a comunidades rurales y, más adelante, a entidades públicas mediante alianzas y contratación. ## Social Impact Women ## Demand Evidence La demanda se evidencia en la necesidad constante de soluciones duraderas y sostenibles en el sector rural, especialmente en infraestructura. Además, el creciente interés de empresas por la economía circular y el manejo de residuos valida la oportunidad. ## Competitors Existen empresas que fabrican madera plástica y soluciones similares, pero pocas enfocadas en zonas rurales o con integración de valor como iluminación, hay iniciativas de reciclaje, aunque no con un enfoque tan integran , abriéndonos una oportunidad ## Founder Expertise El equipo combina perfiles sociales, técnicos y legales: aporto enfoque territorial como antropólogo; contamos con un abogado experto en tierras, agrónomos y topógrafos para el componente técnico, y un economista para la viabilidad del modelo. ## External Support He recibido apoyo en la estructuración de la idea y acompañamiento técnico inicial. También retroalimentación de actores del territorio, lo que me ha permitido ajustar el enfoque y entender mejor las necesidades reales. ## Team El equipo combina varios perfiles complementarios con experiencia en territorio: liderazgo y enfoque social; componente legal en tierras; soporte técnico con agronomía y topografía; y gestión financiera y modelo de negocio. ## Founder Daniel Enriquez # iColParts SAS BIC · Clean Industry # iColParts SAS BIC **Country:** 🇨🇴 Colombia · Bogota DC **Category:** Clean Industry **CT Taxonomy:** CT-BU-001 — Sustainable Construction Materials **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy **Stage:** Prototype **Team Size:** 3.0 **Website:** https://icolpartsr.wixsite.com/icolparts **Funded:** True (15000.0) --- ## Elevator Pitch We craft furniture and tiles from Ekomarblex: a circular alternative to marble. By upcycling EPS, used oil, and wood waste, we eliminate open-pit mining. Lighter, stronger, and patent-pending tech turning industrial waste into sustainable luxury. ## Climate Problem 444M tons of EPS, oil, and wood waste choke the planet annually. Plastics pollute 80% of human blood, while 1L of oil kills 1M liters of water oxygen. This matters because unmanaged waste fuels health collapse and habitat loss from Global to Bogota. ## Solution We bridge the circular gap with Ekomarblex: a patent pending +tech turning EPS and used oil into lightweight stone. We stop microplastic leakage and toxic mining by upcycling 240t/year of industrial waste into high-end, carbon-negative architecture. ## Revenue Model We sell eco-tiles and furniture (23,300m2/yr) to architects and B2B clients. We also charge industrial waste management fees for EPS and oil disposal, plus future IP licensing to scale 336 plants globally. Waste is our asset. ## Target Market TAM: $120B global commercial furniture market. SAM: $1.5B LatAm HORECA furniture sector. SOM: $2M by capturing Bogota’s demand for 11,650m2/year of 34MPa waterproof surfaces for restaurants and bars. We turn their waste into their assets. ## Social Impact Refugees - Asylum-seekers and Internally Displaced People, People Living in Extreme Poverty, Women ## Demand Evidence Demand is proven by our 12,000m2 annual pipeline and HORECA partners needing 34MPa waterproof furniture. With Bogotá burying 7.5k tons of waste daily, firms pay for our certified disposal. We replace costly marble with a circular, durable asset. ## Competitors Local rivals: Metamorfica and The Loop Concept. Global: Smile Plastics. We differ by using a patentble EPS-oil bond for 34MPa strength. We’re the only Bogota firm turning toxic styrofoam and oil into high-end, marble-like circular furniture. ## Founder Expertise Materials Engineer (10+ yrs), Industrial Designer & Recycling Tech CTO. We combine polymer science, strategy, and industrial ops to scale our patented waste-to-furniture process. A specialized team built for global industrialization. ## External Support Winner of the "Ideas que Salvan" program by WWF and Bavaria (2024). We received industrialization funding from the Catal1º5t program to scale our plant and participated in the EnCadena program for technical assistance in construction. ## Team Santiago (Founder): R&D and Engineering lead. S. Peñuela (Strategy/Design): Business development and product design. J. Skinner (CTO): Recycling technology and industrial scaling. We cover the full cycle from industrial waste to premium circular furniture ## Founder Santiago Fajardo Ramirez # convierte residuos animales y plásticos en soluciones ambientales: abono para recuperar suelos y baños fabricados con polímeros mixtos. Una propuesta alineada con el Decreto Basura Cero y con # convierte residuos animales y plásticos en soluciones ambientales: abono para recuperar suelos y baños fabricados con polímeros mixtos. Una propuesta alineada con el Decreto Basura Cero y con aliados estratégicos en la industria de mascotas.” **Country:** 🇨🇴 Colombia · Bucaramanga **Category:** Clean Industry **CT Taxonomy:** CT-WA-004 — Circular Products & EPR **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy **Stage:** Prototype **Team Size:** 4.0 **Website:** https://tecnow.web.app/ **Funded:** False --- ## Elevator Pitch pet grooming salon ## Climate Problem Pet waste pollution in water and unpleasant odors ## Solution We have been testing this as a pilot program, and with the zero-waste decree in place, the time has come to implement the solution ## Revenue Model • Mold manufacturing and injection molding. • Operation of a composting plant. • Collection logistics and special routes. • Marketing and educational campaigns. • Research and development to improve processes. ## Target Market • Municipalities and environmental agencies. • Waste management companies. • Residential complexes and park managers. • Responsible pet owners. • Communities affected by odors and pollution. • Pet food manufacturers (such as ## 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 based on current knowledge and international issues ## Competitors the lack of a real solution for pet owners ## Founder Expertise We design urban solutions ## External Support not just the company ## Team Fixed urban sanitation system with an integrated siphon and an automatable hybrid configuration for the disposal of pet waste ## Founder CARLOS FELIPE FORERO MONSALVE # Coffee Kreis · Clean Industry # Coffee Kreis **Country:** 🇨🇴 Colombia · Barranquilla **Category:** Clean Industry **CT Taxonomy:** CT-WA-004 — Circular Products & EPR **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy **Stage:** Launched **Team Size:** 2.0 **Website:** https://coffeekreis.com **Funded:** True (86365.0) --- ## Elevator Pitch Transforming recycled coffee grounds into sustainable and compostable consumer products, such as coffee cups and saucers, free of plastics. ## Climate Problem 99% of HORECA coffee grounds are landfilled and billions of single-use plastic cups pollute daily. We close both loops by turning waste coffee grounds into reusable, plastic-free cups sold to the businesses creating the waste. ## Solution We collect spent coffee grounds from HORECA clients, blend them into a composite material, and manufacture reusable, compostable cups, lids, and saucers. Sold back to the same industry creating the waste, closing the loop completely. ## Revenue Model B2B transaction-based model: HORECA clients (cafes, hotels, cruise lines, airlines) buy our cups, lids, and saucers per unit. ## Target Market HORECA: coffee shops, hotels, restaurants, cruise lines, airlines, offices, and corporate gift buyers. Primary markets are Colombia and the USA, with European expansion underway via accounts in Spain and Ireland. ## Social Impact People Living in Extreme Poverty, Women ## Demand Evidence 150+ HORECA partners around the world, active pilots with Juan Valdez and Holland America Cruise Line in the USA, $27K crowdfunded from 350+ backers, and 2.5x revenue growth in 2025. ## Competitors Main competitors are conventional single-use plastic and paper cup manufacturers. In the sustainable space: Huskee (rice husk cups) and Kaffeeform (Germany, coffee grounds cups). No direct competitor operates in Colombia or the US. ## Founder Expertise Co-founders with hands-on experience in circular economy manufacturing, B2B sales, logistics, and supply chain across Colombia and the USA. Built a revenue-generating startup from zero during the pandemic with 150+ active HORECA clients. ## External Support $100K pre-seed from angel investors, $27K raised from 350+ crowdfunding backers, $25k EmprendeenTikTok 1st place in Colombia Award, $12K DIA Award winner. ## Team Ricardo Garcia - CEO Daniela Insignares - COO ## Founder Ricardo Garcia # MIELARES · Food & Agriculture # MIELARES **Country:** 🇨🇴 Colombia · Hatillo de Loba **Category:** Food & Agriculture **CT Taxonomy:** CT-AF-009 — Bioeconomy & Nature-Based Solutions **Impact Areas:** Adaptation, Nature-Based **Stage:** Launched **Team Size:** 5.0 **Website:** https://www.instagram.com/miel_pilares?igsh=cW1paGlsMWZ1ODJw **Funded:** False --- ## Elevator Pitch MIELARES is a climate-positive beekeeping project in Colombia supporting 41 rural families. It generates sustainable income, protects biodiversity, and has been recognized in Climathon as an innovative climate solution, now scaling internationally. ## Climate Problem Rural communities in Colombia face climate vulnerability, biodiversity loss, and income instability linked to unsustainable practices. This reduces ecosystem resilience and increases pressure on natural resources. ## Solution MIELARES implements sustainable beekeeping systems that generate income while protecting pollinators and ecosystems. It strengthens community resilience and creates a scalable, nature-based solution to climate and social challenges. ## Revenue Model We generate revenue through the sale of premium honey and bee products in local markets. We are currently preparing for international expansion through existing partnerships, focusing on sustainability and fair trade value chains. ## Target Market Our target market includes conscious consumers, organic stores, and fair-trade buyers in Colombia and international markets. We focus on clients seeking sustainable, traceable, and high-quality natural products. ## Social Impact People of African Descent, Persons Belonging to National or Ethnic - Religious and Linguistic Minorities, Refugees - Asylum-seekers and Internally Displaced People, People Living in Extreme Poverty, Women ## Demand Evidence We have validated demand through consistent local sales and interest from international partners. The global trend toward sustainable, traceable products confirms strong market potential for our solution. ## Competitors Our competitors include local honey producers and large commercial brands. However, few focus on traceability, sustainability, and social impact. MIELARES stands out as a climate-positive, community-based model. ## Founder Expertise Our team combines experience in community development, project management, and sustainable production. Through alliances with CORPILARES-BOL and institutional partners, we bring strong territorial knowledge and capacity to scale impact. ## External Support We have been recognized in Climathon as an innovative climate solution. CORPILARES-BOL originates from a project supported by Pact and USAID, and we have built alliances with local organizations, municipalities, and international partners. ## Team Project management, community coordination, sustainable production, commercialization, and partnership development. We focus on scaling operations while ensuring measurable social and environmental impact. ## Founder Edgar Gil # TriQui - Tricycle Kiosk (hosted in Instituto Acción Pública · Clean Industry # TriQui - Tricycle Kiosk (hosted in Instituto Acción Pública **Country:** 🇨🇴 Colombia · Bogotá **Category:** Clean Industry **CT Taxonomy:** CT-TR-005 — Active & Sustainable Mobility **Impact Areas:** Adaptation, Circular Economy **Stage:** Public Beta **Team Size:** 6.0 **Website:** https://accionpublica.co **Funded:** True (27.0) --- ## Elevator Pitch TriQui is a solar tricycle kiosk co-designed with vendors to boost livelihoods. It blends cleantech (solar), modular design, and public-private partnerships to deploy inclusive, viable, and replicable urban solutions for better public space governance. ## Climate Problem Clean energy adoption is slow, costly & excludes informal workers. TriQui deploys solar urban furniture via street vendors - accelerating just energy transition from the ground up, without heavy infrastructure ## Solution TriQui is a modular, mobile solar kiosk that turns street vendors into clean energy nodes. Deployable in one week from US$5,000, it brings solar power, dignified work, and inclusive urban governance to public spaces. ## Revenue Model Revenue from tricycle sales/leasing, brand activation services (BTL), and government contracts for public space management. Microfranch­ise model enables network scaling with low capital requirements. ## Target Market Colombia's TAM: ~1M street vendors, $300M+ BTL/brand activation market, and growing government public space investment. Combined addressable opportunity: USD $400–600M in inclusive urban & clean energy infrastructure. ## Social Impact Migrants, Refugees - Asylum-seekers and Internally Displaced People, People Living in Extreme Poverty, Women ## Demand Evidence We have implemented two paying demos with Centro Internacional & Torre Colpatria, for high-end public spaces in Bogotá. This validates demand from brands and vendors, and regulation alignment to deploy solar and inclusive urban cleantechs. ## Competitors No direct competitor currently combines solar mobility + street vendor inclusion + brand activation. Indirect rivals include imported solar furniture (high cost, rigid), traditional BTL agencies, and informal vendor carts (no clean energy) ## Founder Expertise Acción Pública, backed by the Royal Academy of Engineering UK, combined urban policy, industrial design and grassroots innovation to design, build and pilot two prototypes, evidencing the viability and scalability of our project. ## External Support Triqui was developed under 'Grassroots Sun' research project, backed by the Royal Academy of Engineering UK. Registered industrial design. Pilots with public and private partners have been deployed Bogotá, Colombia. ## Team We have a cross-functional team, including: Executive Director, Creative Director, Industrial Designer, Electronics Engineer, BTL Marketing Expert, and Community Researcher ## Founder Cristian Gil-Sánchez # bio.analytics · Air & Environment # bio.analytics **Country:** 🇨🇴 Colombia · Bogota **Category:** Air & Environment **CT Taxonomy:** CT-IC-001 — Satellite / Deforestation Monitoring **Impact Areas:** Nature-Based **Stage:** Launched **Team Size:** 5.0 **Website:** https://bioanalytics.cc/ **Funded:** False --- ## Elevator Pitch bio.analytics is a startup offering non-invasive biodiversity monitoring solutions through bioacoustics and environmental sensors. Using an automated AI analysis pipeline, we identify species and habitat dynamics to generate ecosystem health metrics. ## Climate Problem Humanity faces a global environmental and climate crisis. Ecosystems that sustain life are under threat, making biodiversity monitoring essential. Current biomonitoring methods are invasive and difficult to scale across time and geography. ## Solution bio.analytics provides public and private organizations with a modular bioacoustic monitoring platform that uses autonomous sensors, AI animal sound analysis, and interactive dashboards to deliver ecosystem health indicators at 5–10x lower cost. ## Revenue Model bio.analytics uses a two-phase "razors and blades" model: low-cost sensor deployment and baseline, followed by profitable annual subscriptions for AI-powered bioacoustic monitoring and ecosystem alerts in agriculture, real estate, and other sectors. ## Target Market Our market includes voluntary sectors such as biodiversity/carbon credits, sustainable real estate, and tourism, plus regulated sectors like oil and mining adapting to new non-invasive biodiversity compliance requirements. ## Social Impact Indigenous Peoples, Women ## Demand Evidence Demand comes from new regulations requiring non-invasive monitoring and from biodiversity/carbon projects needing affordable long-term solutions. Our technology has already been validated through contracts with NGOs and real estate developers. ## Competitors Latin American competitors offer limited automation, while global firms like Rainforest Connection, WildMon, and Okala face higher costs. bio.analytics is a world pioneer in the use of insect bioacoustics as a measurable indicator of ecosystem health. ## Founder Expertise Founder and CEO of bio·analytics with expertise in AI-based detection and automation, remote sensing, and ecological fieldwork. Published researcher, GIS and software developer. Secured competitive climate innovation funding and clients in our first year. ## External Support In our first year, bio.analytics was selected for the european-backed DGI Challenge and Bogota's 2600 accelerator, and invited to showcase at the NextGen Action Summit 2026, recognizing our potential as an emerging climate-tech and biodiversity startup. ## Team CPO/CMO (Sofía): soundscape ecology, product strategy & marketing. Biodiversity Analyst (Natalia): camera trapping & bat bioacoustics. GIS Analyst (Daniel): spatial analysis & satellite imagery. Admin Assistant (Patricia): contracts & client delivery. ## Founder Diego Alejandro Gomez Morales # Emkubar · Efficiency # Emkubar **Country:** 🇨🇴 Colombia · Bogotá **Category:** Efficiency **CT Taxonomy:** CT-XS-004 — ESG / Climate Risk & Disclosure **Impact Areas:** Adaptation **Stage:** Public Beta **Team Size:** 3.0 **Website:** https://eko-ia.vercel.app/ **Funded:** False --- ## Elevator Pitch EkoIA by Emkubar is an educational mentoring platform that trains organizations and individuals in green digital skills to reduce their environmental impact by optimizing digital processes. It also shows them where they can offset their carbon footprint through tree planting. ## Climate Problem We address the growing invisible digital carbon footprint and inefficiencies in land-based offsetting. This is critical because technology-related emissions are rising unchecked, and current restoration efforts lack technical precision based on open data. ## Solution Mentoring in Green Digital Skills using AI to optimize technological processes. In practice, we educate people on how to reduce their carbon footprint and use open data to guide planting in areas with the greatest potential for carbon sequestration. ## Revenue Model Subscription-based SaaS model for businesses, technical consulting on Green Digital Skills, and validation of territorial compensation projects. We monetize operational efficiency and environmental transparency backed by open data. ## Target Market Technology companies, marketing agencies, and corporations in Latin America with decarbonization goals. Also, government entities seeking to optimize the impact of territorial offsetting through open data and technical efficiency. ## Social Impact Indigenous Peoples, Women ## Demand Evidence Due to growing ESG regulatory pressure in Colombia and the lack of education on "green digital skills," companies today are seeking to reduce their cloud operating costs and validate their returns with real data, not just empty promises. ## Competitors Indirect competitors such as Moss and Carbono Cero (traditional carbon offsetting) and international consulting firms such as Watershed. In Latin America, there are no solutions that combine mentoring in green digital skills with territorial mapping based on open data ## Founder Expertise Led by Daniel Gordillo, an expert in innovation and entrepreneurship; Alejandra Rojas, who has experience in strategic AI, open data management, and scaling social impact projects; and Luisa Rojas, a data expert. ## External Support We haven't received any external support yet. ## Team Strategic and legal research and analysis (Daniel), technical development of AI and open data architecture (Alejandra), and specialists in sustainability, regional affairs, and data management (Luisa). ## Founder Daniel Gordillo # Vestimenta Magnus sas · Clean Industry # Vestimenta Magnus sas **Country:** 🇨🇴 Colombia · Bogotá **Category:** Clean Industry **CT Taxonomy:** CT-WA-004 — Circular Products & EPR **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy **Stage:** Launched **Team Size:** 8.0 **Funded:** False --- ## Elevator Pitch We make bags from natural fibers and industrial materials, and use the scraps to create eco-friendly rag dolls ## Climate Problem Use of raw materials in the production of more clothing ## Solution Find suppliers of reusable supplies ## Revenue Model Exhibiting at trade shows ## Target Market Companies with employees ## Social Impact Women ## Demand Evidence In Colombia, there are large, medium, and small businesses that we can supply with our eco-friendly products and supplies ## Competitors Staffing agencies ## Founder Expertise I am an industrial production technician. Industrial patternmaking technician Garment machine operator ## External Support Local support from the mayor's office ## Team Manager, designer, operator, courier ## Founder Julieth Gutiérrez # SEKPOS · Clean Industry # SEKPOS **Country:** 🇨🇴 Colombia · Bogotá D.C. **Category:** Clean Industry **CT Taxonomy:** CT-IC-004 — Climate Data Platforms **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy **Stage:** Private Beta **Team Size:** 9.0 **Website:** https://sekpos.com/ **Funded:** False --- ## Elevator Pitch SEKPOS is an AI-powered POS ecosystem that helps restaurants and retailers reduce food waste, paper use, and operational costs through smart inventory, demand forecasting, digital receipts, and dynamic menus. ## Climate Problem Restaurants and retailers waste food every day due to poor demand visibility, overstocking, expiration and inefficient inventory control, generating avoidable emissions, resource loss and operational waste. ## Solution SEKPOS offers an AI-powered POS ecosystem that predicts demand, optimizes inventory, tracks expiration dates and enables dynamic menus, helping restaurants and retailers reduce overstocking, use products on time and cut food waste in daily operations. ## Revenue Model We will generate revenue through SaaS subscriptions, setup fees, premium AI modules, analytics models and dashboards as add-ons, integrations, and transaction-based services as we scale across markets. ## Target Market Our target market is restaurants, bars, supermarkets and retail businesses in Latin America and the U.S. that need smarter POS, inventory control and AI-driven tools to reduce waste, improve efficiency and grow sustainably. ## Social Impact Migrants ## Demand Evidence Demand is proven by the scale of the pain: food service and retail waste 421M tonnes of food every year. SEKPOS addresses a costly, measurable need: helping operators cut waste, inventory losses and inefficiency with AI. ## Competitors Our competitors include POS platforms such as Alegra, Siigo, Loggro, Vendty, Fudo, Loyverse, Toast, Square and Lightspeed. In our region, most focus on billing and sales; SEKPOS stands out through AI-driven sustainability and waste reduction. ## Founder Expertise Our founding team brings experience in software development, POS operations, product strategy, AI, data analytics and business modeling, combining technical execution with market knowledge in restaurants and retail. ## External Support We have received mentorship through the Entrepreneurship Diploma at Universidad Externado de Colombia. We have not received external funding; SEKPOS has been financed only by its founding partners. ## Team Our main functions are product strategy, software development, AI and analytics design, POS operations, business development, customer validation, go-to-market execution and sustainability impact measurement. ## Founder Ivan Dario Herrera Pereira # KUO · Air & Environment # KUO **Country:** 🇨🇴 Colombia · Bogotá **Category:** Air & Environment **CT Taxonomy:** CT-WA-003 — Recycling & Materials Recovery **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy **Stage:** Prototype **Team Size:** 3.0 **Funded:** False --- ## Elevator Pitch SIGR is an AI-powered smart waste bin that automatically classifies recyclable, organic, and non-recyclable waste using computer vision, reducing misclassification by 30%+ and enabling circular economy models in urban institutions. ## Climate Problem Only 43% of Bogotá's 4M annual waste tons are recycled, though 70%+ is recyclable. Poor source separation is the main cause. SIGR automates classification using AI, directly reducing landfill overflow and greenhouse gas emissions. ## Solution SIGR combines computer vision and embedded AI to automatically identify and sort waste into 4 categories in real time, including a 'possibly recyclable' compartment. It reduces human error, improves material purity, and generates waste analytics data. ## Revenue Model Revenue from device sales ($3-8M COP/unit), monthly SaaS dashboard subscriptions ($200-500K COP), and commercialization of high-purity classified materials through partnerships with certified recycling companies. ## Target Market Universities, schools, shopping centers, and public institutions in Colombian and Latin American cities that generate high waste volumes and need efficient, tech-driven waste management solutions to meet sustainability goals. ## Social Impact Indigenous Peoples, People Living in Extreme Poverty, Women ## Demand Evidence Interviews with facility managers at universities and malls confirm willingness to pay for automated waste solutions. Colombia's Law 2184/2019 mandates source separation, creating regulatory pressure that drives institutional demand for SIGR. ## Competitors Competitors include ZenRobotics, Greyparrot, and local manual sorting services.Unlike high cost foreign solutions, SIGR is affordable, modular and built for Latin American contexts, with no direct AI powered competitor currently operating in Latin America ## Founder Expertise Three 7th-semester Computer Science students and AI research group directors at Universidad El Bosque. Combined expertise in AI development, project management, and environmental impact. Built and validated SIGR prototype through active academic research. ## External Support SIGR was developed at Universidad El Bosque (Bogotá), with academic validation, institutional backing, and an active application for $2.000 million COP in research funding from Colombia's Ministry of Science and Technology (Minciencias, Conv. 976). ## Team CEO & Project Manager: strategy and operations. CTO: AI model development and hardware integration. CCO: environmental impact assessment and community engagement. All three co-lead technical research and prototype validation at the university lab. ## Founder Samuel Hoyos # ASOCIACIÓN DE RECICLADORES FAMILIA CIKLO ESP · Air & Environment # ASOCIACIÓN DE RECICLADORES FAMILIA CIKLO ESP **Country:** 🇨🇴 Colombia · BOGOTA **Category:** Air & Environment **CT Taxonomy:** CT-WA-003 — Recycling & Materials Recovery **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy **Stage:** Launched **Team Size:** 104.0 **Website:** https://www.tiktok.com/@asofamiciklo **Funded:** False --- ## Elevator Pitch The Familia Ciklo ESP Waste Pickers' Association is an organization dedicated to the recovery, reuse, and responsible management of solid waste in Bogotá. It is made up of professional waste pickers who work toward social inclusion, the ## Climate Problem We address the improper management of solid waste, which increases GHG emissions. Our triple-impact approach (social, environmental, and economic) empowers waste pickers, reduces pollution, and strengthens circular economies ## Solution We offer an inclusive recycling model that organizes, formalizes, and digitizes the work of waste pickers. In practice, we improve waste collection, traceability, and recovery, thereby strengthening circular economies. ## Revenue Model We generate revenue by selling recyclable materials, providing recycling services to businesses, and forming partnerships with public and private entities within the circular economy. ## Target Market Our target market includes companies, businesses, and institutions that generate recyclable waste, as well as public entities interested in sustainable waste management and meeting circular economy goals. ## Social Impact People of African Descent, Migrants, People Living in Extreme Poverty, Women ## Demand Evidence There is demand because companies and organizations must meet environmental goals and require waste management services. In addition, there is a high volume of recyclable materials and a growing need for sustainable and traceable solutions. ## Competitors Our competitors include other waste picker associations and private waste management companies in Bogotá. We stand out because of our triple-impact approach and our direct work with professional waste pickers. ## Founder Expertise We have experience in informal recycling, waste management, and community work. We know the area well, operate in several neighborhoods across Bogotá, and promote inclusion, formalization, and the circular economy. ## External Support We have received support from public and private entities in the form of training, technical assistance, and institutional coordination, which have strengthened our organizational and operational capacities. ## Team The administrative team oversees operations, partnerships, and traceability. Recycling families collect, sort, and reuse waste, contributing to social, environmental, and economic impact. ## Founder Ingrid LEÓN MANCIPE # e.WAI · Water # e.WAI **Country:** 🇨🇴 Colombia · Medellin **Category:** Water **CT Taxonomy:** CT-WW-003 — Watershed Conservation & Hydrological Data **Impact Areas:** Adaptation, Circular Economy **Stage:** Public Beta **Team Size:** 5.0 **Website:** https://e-ray.lat/e-wai/ **Funded:** False --- ## Elevator Pitch e.WAI is an AI platform that automates environmental monitoring and water quality reports (ICA 4a & 4b) for Colombia's environmental sector. What takes 3–7 days of manual field data, lab results, graphs and analysis is done in 20 minutes — error-free. ## Climate Problem Colombia's environmental companies spend 7 days manually processing field data and lab results per report. Errors and delays in regulatory compliance weaken the environmental monitoring systems critical for climate adaptation and water resource protection ## Solution e.WAI uses AI to automatically digitize, standardize and process field data and lab results — generating complete ICA 4a & 4b regulatory reports with graphs and analysis in 20 minutes, eliminating manual work and ensuring compliance. ## Revenue Model SaaS subscription model targeting environmental consultancies and accredited labs. Basic $200 (10 reports), Professional $350 (unlimited + advanced analytics), Enterprise $500 (custom integrations + priority support). Expansion planned across LATAM. ## Target Market Environmental consultancies, accredited labs and regulated industries (mining, oil & gas, utilities) in Colombia and LATAM legally required to submit periodic environmental monitoring reports to authorities such as ANLA and CARs. ## Social Impact People Living in Extreme Poverty ## Demand Evidence Environmental monitoring reports are legally mandatory in Colombia — every company operating near water bodies must submit them to ANLA and CARs or face sanctions. This is a non-negotiable market: demand is guaranteed by law, not by preference. ## Competitors There is no direct competitor in Colombia that automates the generation of environmental monitoring and ICA reports. Indirect competitors include manual processes in Excel and generic environmental software that is not tailored to Colombian regulations. ## Founder Expertise Our team combines environmental engineering, AI & data science, fullstack development, water monitoring technology and commercial operations, with 10+ years of applied experience in environmental compliance and water monitoring systems in Europe and Latam ## External Support Backed by e.Ray LATAM S.A.S., a Colombian-German company with 10+ years in water monitoring technology and projects with the European Space Agency (ESA). Currently applying to ClimateLaunchpad, iNNpulsa ALDEA+ and Minciencias funding programs. ## Team CEO, Director of Technology & Commercial Relations, Full-Stack Developer, Project manager, Data Scientist. ## Founder Valentina Llano # Lifer sciences · Air & Environment # Lifer sciences **Country:** 🇨🇴 Colombia · Medellin **Category:** Air & Environment **CT Taxonomy:** CT-AF-012 — Bio-based Agricultural Inputs **Impact Areas:** Adaptation, Circular Economy, Nature-Based **Stage:** Ideation **Team Size:** 1.0 **Funded:** False --- ## Elevator Pitch Develop, innovative and create new biosolutions for health care, electronics, agriculture and energy. ## Climate Problem We are addressing the urgent current world climate and health problems. The current plastic and landfills pollution are deteriorating the soil, air, water and human health, my proposal it's take care of this problems and view the waste as a resource. ## Solution In practice my solution it's science- based because to tackle the problems exposed above we need to explore and create new ways to produce responsibly and that means deep into bioeconomy principles, for example using discarded biomass and organic waste ## Revenue Model We'll generate revenue by change the linear method production. Innovate in new business models and technologies with the power to impact people, nature and economy ## Target Market Agriculture and health care. ## Social Impact People Living in Extreme Poverty ## Demand Evidence The circular bioeconomy market opportunity it's 7.7 trillion worth until 2030 and beyond that's a great future for our solutions because we can impact almost every single industry by reducing and replacing current obsolete technologies for new customers ## Competitors Yes few of them. SQIM it's an Italian startup that crates bio-based products for fashion raw materials. That's a good of bioeconomy principles. ## Founder Expertise I bring my expertise as a biology student, I have a good positive mindset and self-growth personality ## External Support Not yet. ## Team Right now I don't have more people at my project, but I will welcome anyone who's identified themselves with our project. ## Founder Johan londoño # TERRA IO · Food & Agriculture # TERRA IO **Country:** 🇨🇴 Colombia · cartagena **Category:** Food & Agriculture **CT Taxonomy:** CT-IC-005 — Precision Agriculture Data & IoT **Impact Areas:** Adaptation **Stage:** Private Beta **Team Size:** 12.0 **Website:** https://terra-io.com/ **Funded:** True (8588.0) --- ## Elevator Pitch TerraIO gives smallholders in the Global South the soil intelligence they have never had. Built through co-creation, it turns offline field readings, climate signals and AI into decisions that cut waste, build resilience and restore the land that feeds us ## Climate Problem 95% of food depends on soil, yet up to 90% of soils could be degraded by 2050 (FAO). Smallholders (who represent 84% of all farmers) still farm without reliable soil data, wasting water and inputs as climate risks and food insecurity continue to rise. ## Solution Terra.io brings soil intelligence where none exists: an offline-first system that measures soil in seconds, combines it with climate and satellite data, and gives smallholders practical guidance to save water, cut inputs, and build resilience. ## Revenue Model Terra.io earns revenue from farmer and cooperative subscriptions ($35–$340/month), and from governments, NGOs, and agribusiness that pay for soil intelligence through dashboards, reports, API access, and annual data licenses ($1,000–$20,000/year). ## Target Market Smallholders are our end users; cooperatives, extension programs, governments, and NGOs are our key buyers. We start in Colombia and Mexico, then scale across low-connectivity farming regions in Latin America where soil data is scarce. ## Social Impact Indigenous Peoples, Persons Belonging to National or Ethnic - Religious and Linguistic Minorities, People Living in Extreme Poverty ## Demand Evidence Demand is clear because Terra.io was co-created with smallholders, not invented in a lab. In one year, we validated it with 490+ producers across Mexico, Colombia, El Salvador, and Honduras, and secured 8 LOIs worth $25K. ## Competitors traditional soil labs, imported probes, and dashboard-only tools. Most are available in English, costly, fragmented, or connectivity-dependent; Terra.io combines low-cost sensing, AI, and offline guidance in one system available in indigenous languages. ## Founder Expertise I’m Terra.io’s Founder & CEO, a mechatronics engineer and PhD candidate building climate tech from the ground up. I lead product, partnerships, and delivery, turning smallholder realities into rigorous, scalable solutions. ## External Support We have support from Universidad Tecnológica de Bolivar & Tecnológico de Monterrey (lab and equipment infrastructure), Káapeh México’s network of 7,900 smallholders, and a $10,000 seed grant from Social Shifters in collaboration with Allianz. ## Team I lead strategy, product, and delivery; Nora leads sales, alliances, fundraising and impact; Natalia leads finance, investor readiness and controls; our engineering team builds the hardware, sensing, software and AI behind Terra.io. ## Founder DAVID MASTRASCUSA # SatEmis · Air & Environment # SatEmis **Country:** 🇨🇴 Colombia · Bogotá **Category:** Air & Environment **CT Taxonomy:** CT-IC-002 — AI-Powered MRV & Carbon Digitization **Stage:** Prototype **Team Size:** 3.0 **Funded:** False --- ## Elevator Pitch Platform that combines satellite data and AI to detect emission, verify corporate inventories, and identify cost-effective mitigation actions. We help high-emission industries turn climate compliance into measurable savings and trusted carbon assets. ## Climate Problem SatEmis addresses inaccurate and slow industrial emissions monitoring, especially methane and combustion gases. Poor data delays mitigation, increases costs, and weakens climate action. Faster trusted detection helps cut high-impact greenhouse gases. ## Solution SatEmis provides a SaaS MRV platform using satellite data and AI to detect anomalies, compare reported vs observed emissions, and identify mitigation actions. Clients receive dashboards, reports, and prioritized audits to reduce emissions faster. ## Revenue Model We generate revenue through SaaS subscriptions for monitored sites, monthly inventory management plans, premium analytics, compliance reports, and consulting services for decarbonization strategies and emissions reduction projects. ## Target Market Our target market is high-emission sectors: oil & gas, power generation, waste management, mining, steel, and large industry, as well as the government. We start in Colombia, where methane regulation and carbon markets create urgent demand. ## Social Impact Indigenous Peoples ## Demand Evidence Demand is driven by stricter Green House Gases (GHG) rules, ESG pressure, carbon markets, and rising compliance costs. Companies need trusted emissions data, faster audits, and lower-cost monitoring to reduce risk and improve sustainability performance. ## Competitors Global competitors include GHGSat and Kayrros. Local competition is mainly environmental consultancies doing manual inventories. In Colombia, few combine satellites, AI, and digital MRV in one platform. ## Founder Expertise We have analyzed open satellite data using ML methods and SOAT techniques. We also bring knowledge on regulatory framework on decarbonization, creating net-zero pathways and public policy design. ## External Support None. ## Team By now, mostly development roles in satellite data and MVP, market research and value funding seeking. ## Founder Hernan Mojica # SOLESTRUCTURAS S.A.S. BIC · Clean Energy # SOLESTRUCTURAS S.A.S. BIC **Country:** 🇨🇴 Colombia · Medellín **Category:** Clean Energy **CT Taxonomy:** CT-EN-001 — Solar PV **Impact Areas:** Adaptation **Stage:** Launched **Team Size:** 9.0 **Website:** https://www.solestructuras.com **Funded:** True (20.0) --- ## Elevator Pitch We make solar adoption possible for buildings that cannot support conventional panels by using lightweight photovoltaic solutions that require no civil works. We reduce costs, installation time, and CO₂ emissions, expanding access to clean energy. ## Climate Problem We address CO₂ emissions from buildings, which generate 38% of global emissions. Over 70% of roofs in Colombia cannot support conventional solar panels, limiting clean energy adoption and slowing decarbonization. ## Solution We provide lightweight, flexible solar panels and BIPV solutions that adapt to roofs unsuitable for conventional systems. Our technology avoids costly structural reinforcements, cuts installation time, and enables wider access to clean energy. ## Revenue Model We generate revenue through B2B sales of lightweight solar panels, turnkey solar projects, and Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs). We also earn from distribution, installation, maintenance, and future proprietary solar technologies. ## Target Market The Americas ## Social Impact People of African Descent, Refugees - Asylum-seekers and Internally Displaced People, People Living in Extreme Poverty, Women ## Demand Evidence We validated demand through years of roofing and solar projects. Over 70% of buildings cannot support conventional panels, and our pilots, client pipeline, and partnerships confirm strong market need for lightweight solar solutions. ## Competitors Our main competitors are conventional solar panel providers and EPC installers. Few companies specialize in lightweight BIPV solutions in Colombia, giving us a first-mover advantage in solar architecture and flexible photovoltaics. ## Founder Expertise Our team combines 13+ years in sustainable construction, solar project execution, and international business development, supported by scientists and engineers with expertise in advanced photovoltaic technologies and R&D. ## External Support We have been supported by accelerators, industry mentors, and strategic partners through Bioestructuras. We also secured pilot projects, private investment, and collaborations with research institutions and solar technology providers. ## Team Diana Monsalve leads strategy, partnerships, and business growth. Jose Dario Perea drives R&D and solar innovation. Our technical team manages engineering, installation, monitoring, and project execution for solar architecture solutions. ## Founder DIANA MONSALVE # COLOMBIAN SOLAR SYSTEMS S.A.S · Clean Energy # COLOMBIAN SOLAR SYSTEMS S.A.S **Country:** 🇨🇴 Colombia · Pereira **Category:** Clean Energy **CT Taxonomy:** CT-EN-001 — Solar PV **Impact Areas:** Adaptation, Circular Economy, Nature-Based **Stage:** Prototype **Team Size:** 6.0 **Website:** https://colombiansolarsystems.com/categorias/investigacion/51 **Funded:** False --- ## Elevator Pitch Renewable Energy Project Development: Solutions for Today; A Great Alternative for a Much Better Future ## Climate Problem More than just a climate issue, we are addressing a social issue through the use of RENEWABLE ENERGIES ## Solution Promote research, innovation, and technological development through the use of renewable energy among young students to encourage them to remain in educational programs, thereby reducing the increasingly significant rise in student dropout rates ## Revenue Model Presenting the project to educational institutions, departments of education, and corporate sponsors ## Target Market Educational Institutions ## Social Impact Indigenous Peoples, People Living in Extreme Poverty, Women ## Demand Evidence Because we have conducted market research ## Competitors I still haven't been able to find them ## Founder Expertise Over 35 years of experience in the study and application of renewable energy ## External Support None ## Team Coordinate, plan, and establish contacts. ## Founder Julio Cesar Montero Rendón # Galaxy Pack SAS · Clean Industry # Galaxy Pack SAS **Country:** 🇨🇴 Colombia · Bogotá **Category:** Clean Industry **CT Taxonomy:** CT-WA-004 — Circular Products & EPR **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy **Stage:** Launched **Team Size:** 4.0 **Website:** http://www.galaxypack.co/ **Funded:** True (140000.0) --- ## Elevator Pitch Galaxy Pack develops reusable pallet packaging that eliminates single-use plastic in logistics. Our solution reduces costs by up to 90% and cuts CO₂ emissions by up to 1 ton, promoting sustainable and resilient supply chains. ## Climate Problem Global logistics relies on single-use packaging, which generates high levels of CO₂ emissions and plastic waste. This linear model exacerbates climate change and pollution, making a transition to reusable and circular solutions an urgent priority. ## Solution We offer reusable pallet packaging systems that replace single-use plastic. Our solution integrates seamlessly into existing logistics operations, reduces waste, CO₂ emissions, and costs, and promotes more sustainable operations. ## Revenue Model We generate revenue by selling and leasing reusable pallet packaging to businesses. Our model reduces operating costs, creates recurring revenue, and facilitates the adoption of circular solutions in logistics. ## Target Market B2B companies in logistics, retail, food, pharmaceuticals, and manufacturing that use pallets for freight transport. Initially in Latin America, with expansion into North America and Europe, where demand for sustainable solutions is growing. ## Social Impact Migrants, Women, LGBTQI+ People ## Demand Evidence We already have active sales (over 4,000 units), B2B customers, and real-world use cases. Companies report savings of up to 90% and reduced waste. In addition, regulations and ESG goals are driving the adoption of reusable logistics solutions. ## Competitors Our main competitors are stretch film and single-use solutions. While there are reusable alternatives available globally, there is very little specialized supply of pallet packaging in Latin America, which gives us a competitive advantage. ## Founder Expertise A team with over 50 years of combined experience in industry, logistics, and business development. Expertise in sustainability, the circular economy, and climate impact validation, with a proven track record in the B2B market. ## External Support We have received support from GIZ, Climate-KIC (CATAL1ST), and iNNpulsa, including acceleration, climate impact validation, and strategic guidance to strengthen our model and scale up circular logistics solutions. ## Team CEO: strategy, vision, and growth. CFO: finance and business model development. COO: operations and production. CMO: sales, marketing, and business expansion. ## Founder Andrés Humberto Mora # Conceptos Plásticos · Air & Environment # Conceptos Plásticos **Country:** 🇨🇴 Colombia · Bogota **Category:** Air & Environment **CT Taxonomy:** CT-BU-001 — Sustainable Construction Materials **Impact Areas:** Adaptation, Circular Economy **Stage:** Launched **Team Size:** 50.0 **Website:** https://conceptosplasticos.com/ **Funded:** False --- ## Elevator Pitch Conceptos Plásticos transforms recycled plastic waste into modular building materials for sustainable housing and infrastructure. Our solution reduces pollution, promotes circular economies, and creates resilient, low-cost, scalable communities. ## Climate Problem Conceptos Plásticos addresses plastic pollution, high CO₂ emissions from traditional construction, and inadequate housing by transforming recycled plastic waste into low-carbon building materials for resilient communities. ## Solution We recycle plastic waste into modular construction materials used to build affordable housing, schools, and community infrastructure, reducing pollution, lowering construction emissions, and promoting circular economies. ## Revenue Model We generate revenue through the sale of modular construction materials, infrastructure projects, technology licensing, strategic partnerships, and sustainable housing developments in global markets. ## Target Market Our target market includes governments, NGOs, developers, and communities seeking sustainable, affordable, and resilient construction solutions in regions affected by housing shortages, plastic pollution, and climate challenges. ## Social Impact People of African Descent, Indigenous Peoples, Persons Belonging to National or Ethnic - Religious and Linguistic Minorities, Migrants, Refugees - Asylum-seekers and Internally Displaced People, People Living in Extreme Poverty, Women ## Demand Evidence Demand is driven by growing housing shortages, plastic waste challenges, and interest from governments, NGOs, and private sector partners seeking scalable, low-carbon, and affordable construction solutions. ## Competitors Our competitors include sustainable construction and recycled-material companies such as ByFusion, Gjenge Makers, and alternative low-carbon housing providers in regional markets. ## Founder Expertise Our team combines expertise in circular economy, sustainable construction, recycling technologies, international partnerships, social impact projects, and scalable community development across Latin America and global markets. ## External Support Conceptos Plásticos has received international recognition, strategic partnerships, pilot project support, and collaboration opportunities with global organizations, governments, and sustainability-focused institutions. ## Team Our team includes experts in engineering, recycling operations, sustainable construction, project management, international partnerships, business development, logistics, manufacturing, and community engagement. ## Founder Alejandra Nino # MetanoSRGAN Elite · Air & Environment # MetanoSRGAN Elite **Country:** 🇨🇴 Colombia · Valdivia, Antioquia **Category:** Air & Environment **CT Taxonomy:** CT-IC-002 — AI-Powered MRV & Carbon Digitization **Stage:** Prototype **Team Size:** 1.0 **Website:** https://metanosrgan.lat/ **Funded:** False --- ## Elevator Pitch MetanoSRGAN Elite is a satellite-AI engine that solves the "blurriness" in global methane monitoring. By fusing Sentinel-5P and Sentinel-2 data, we transform 7km-resolution data into sub-kilometer actionable intelligence. ## Climate Problem Methane is 80x more potent than CO2, yet current monitoring is blurry (7km/pixel). This allows massive leaks to go undetected for weeks. Precision monitoring is vital to hit global cooling targets. ## Solution We provide sub-kilometer precision monitoring using custom Super-Resolution GANs (SRGAN). By fusing low-res S5P data with high-res S2 data, we pinpoint exact leak locations for oil/gas companies and governments. ## Revenue Model We operate on a B2B SaaS model, charging oil/gas companies and environmental agencies for high-precision methane monitoring reports and real-time alerts. Tiered pricing based on geographic coverage and frequency of reports. ## Target Market Our target market includes global oil & gas corporations (Shell, BP, Exxon), national environmental agencies, and municipal governments in methane-heavy regions like the Permian Basin and Middle East. ## Social Impact People Living in Extreme Poverty ## Demand Evidence The Global Methane Pledge and stricter regulations (like EU's methane import rules) have created a massive gap for precise monitoring. Companies currently face heavy fines and need our sub-km precision to find leaks fast. ## Competitors Key competitors include GHGSat and Kayrros. However, GHGSat is expensive for many small operators, and Kayrros relies on standard resolution. Our SRGAN technology offers a unique balance of high precision and cost-effectiveness. ## Founder Expertise I am a 16-year-old self-taught developer from Valdivia, Colombia. I have built the MetanoSRGAN engine from scratch, integrating AI and satellite data. I bring deep technical knowledge and a unique perspective from a methane-heavy region. ## External Support We have received technical guidance from the Google for Startups Cloud program (credits pending) and have a live MVP integrated with Sentinel Hub APIs. Currently seeking financial support to scale our GPU infrastructure. ## Team Founder & Lead Developer: Responsible for AI model training, satellite data integration, and frontend/backend development. Currently managing all technical and business operations independently. ## Founder Isai Alexander Ortiz Ortiz # Claudia Osorio Arte y Vidrio · Air & Environment # Claudia Osorio Arte y Vidrio **Country:** 🇨🇴 Colombia · Manizales **Category:** Air & Environment **CT Taxonomy:** CT-WA-003 — Recycling & Materials Recovery **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy **Stage:** Launched **Team Size:** 2.0 **Website:** https://sites.google.com/view/arteyvidrio/inicio **Funded:** False --- ## Elevator Pitch Recycle 100% of the glass to create decorative and functional items ## Climate Problem Make the most of glass, a material that can be reused indefinitely and takes 4,000 years to degrade. ## Solution Processing glass using various techniques, such as cutting, painting, and thermoforming. Creating items ranging from glasses, incense burners, lanterns, planters, wind chimes, and jewelry to coasters and borders ## Revenue Model I am already generating revenue from the sale of these products, with a focus on the HORECA sector. ## Target Market Hospitality Industry ## Social Impact Women, LGBTQI+ People ## Demand Evidence It’s already generating revenue, but what really stands out is that 100% of the bottle components are used—nothing goes to waste. ## Competitors In Colombia: Nos vidrios Two glass PROGLAS Specializing in glassware manufacturing ## Founder Expertise Different painting techniques; I’m always eager to learn so I can grow my business ## External Support Zasca Metalmecánica, a member of the Manizales Chamber of Commerce. Various training programs aimed at improving and optimizing processes ## Team Product development and lead generation for marketing ## Founder Claudia Patricia Osorio Giraldo # RECICRECER · Air & Environment # RECICRECER **Country:** 🇨🇴 Colombia · Bogotá **Category:** Air & Environment **CT Taxonomy:** CT-WA-003 — Recycling & Materials Recovery **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy **Stage:** Prototype **Team Size:** 250.0 **Website:** https://recicreceresp.com/ **Funded:** True (10000.0) --- ## Elevator Pitch We are a circular economy startup that transforms plastic waste into engineering solutions such as plastic wood and eco-drainage filters. We have developed the Eco-Habitat model for sustainable modular housing with significant social and environmental impact. ## Climate Problem It addresses the crisis of plastic accumulation and its significant environmental impact; when not properly managed, plastic ends up in landfills, releasing greenhouse gases. This is important because it offers a circular economy solution with a triple impact. ## Solution I offer a circular construction and water management system based on transforming plastic waste into high-strength engineering materials. Our solution is built on three practical pillars. ## Revenue Model Sale of Housing Solutions (Eco-Hábitat): We generate revenue by selling modular wood-plastic homes; Sale of Engineering Products: Direct sales of eco-drainage filters and wood-plastic profiles. ## Target Market Government Sector and NGOs (public entities such as city halls and provincial governments); Social Organizations (affordable housing, purchase of recycled materials); Industrial and Commercial Sector; Businesses and Trade Associations; Construction and Urban Infrastructure Sector ## 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 The urgency of regulatory compliance for businesses; the social sector’s need for decent, resilient housing; and the rise in urban flooding all call for eco-drainage filters in storm drains to address an unmet demand. ## Competitors Environmental recycling organizations and private entities. ## Founder Expertise More than 30 years of experience in waste management, utilization, processing, and environmental restoration. ## External Support International cooperation with Spain through the FUENLABOR Foundation; and with the German Embassy. ## Team Management of funding sources and targeted macro- and micro-routes; Project development; Resource management and acquisition. ## Founder LUIS ENRIQUE PABON CAPACHO # NATIVO · Clean Industry # NATIVO **Country:** 🇨🇴 Colombia · Bogota **Category:** Clean Industry **CT Taxonomy:** CT-WA-005 — Environmental Management Consulting **Impact Areas:** Adaptation **Stage:** Prototype **Team Size:** 4.0 **Funded:** True (50000.0) --- ## Elevator Pitch Building the lab of the future where sustainability is not a theorical class but the participants inmerse in a full portafolio of education, creating reporting tools and participate in community activities to deliver outcomes. ## Climate Problem Organizations lack both the internal capability and the scalable tools to achieve regenerative shift to bridge knowledge and actionable business strategy. By addressing this gap, we empower leaders to recognize they are linked to the ecosystem's health. ## Solution We offer a B2B EdTech platform, using a hybrid model: Combining a scalable SaaS learning with immersive lab experiences to build internal strategy for the business using our framework to translate complex ecological realities into solutions in our hubs. ## Revenue Model We use a scalable B2B model: 1) SaaS subscriptions for corporate digital training, 2) Ticket immersive executive strategy labs 3) Digital and community advisory events for individuals participating ## Target Market We target B2B enterprises via a two-pronged approach: top-down to the C-suite for premium labs, and bottom-up to corporate intrapreneurs. These individuals join our SaaS community for purpose and identity, acting as champions to drive enterprise sales. ## Social Impact Indigenous Peoples, People Living in Extreme Poverty ## Demand Evidence Singapore's carbon tax jumps 5x by 2025, forcing C-suites to act. Simultaneously, Gen Z faces severe eco-anxiety, demanding corporate purpose and quitting misaligned jobs. Nativo Lab solves both: mitigating tax risks while retaining top talent. ## Competitors Competitors are traditional universities like NUS offering theoretical courses, or consultants (PwC) teaching compliance. Nativo builds a purpose-driven community, giving Gen Z talent a place to belong and lead. ## Founder Expertise I bridge the gap between Colombia's biodiversity and Singapore's corporate market. Backed by my family's established EdTech infrastructure, I designed Nativo to translate complex ecological data into profitable B2B strategy: belonging and mindset shift. ## External Support We have secured a partnership with an established Colombian EdTech firm, leveraging their proven infrastructure. Using their "know how" we plan to pivot the experience into sustainability knowledge for corporates. ## Team Our team covers all bases: I lead the vision and cross-cultural EdTech strategy between hubs. A Strategy Lead for B2B enterprise scaling, a Tech Specialist building our SaaS, and a Comms and Design Specialist driving our community growth. ## Founder Natalia Parra Suarez # Clean Sim (by IMIC) · Air & Environment # Clean Sim (by IMIC) **Country:** 🇨🇴 Colombia · Bogotà **Category:** Air & Environment **CT Taxonomy:** CT-WA-005 — Environmental Management Consulting **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy **Stage:** Sketches **Team Size:** 6.0 **Website:** https://lectureseries.tech/ **Funded:** True (20000.0) --- ## Elevator Pitch Medical waste is currently the third leading cause of environmental impact. We design hyper-realistic simulators using reusable (non-hazardous) hospital waste to help healthcare professionals practice and develop their skills. ## Climate Problem Currently, medical waste is the third leading cause of environmental impact worldwide. Some of this non-hazardous waste is recyclable and can be used as a substitute for raw materials. However, this is not yet the norm. ## Solution The process of disposing of medical waste is costly for hospitals. We will take care of it and add value to the waste by using it to train medical staff and make quality healthcare accessible to everyone. ## Revenue Model Hospitals pay a high price to dispose of medical waste; we will do it at a lower cost and use non-hazardous waste as raw material. Second, we will sell these simulators, adding high-value features (a premium feel). ## Target Market B2B and B2C. B2B refers to organizations that provide training for healthcare professionals: hospitals, educational institutions, medical laboratories, and our own laboratories; B2C refers to our students and healthcare professionals. ## Social Impact People Living in Extreme Poverty ## Demand Evidence Hospitals have requested simulators from us for staff training. We conduct workshops using these hyper-realistic simulators. We have sold simulators to our students and are launching new designs through digital channels. ## Competitors Upsurgeon (importing at high prices), Raphael Group (a different value proposition), suture.me ## Founder Expertise A multidisciplinary team comprising a physician who specialized in the United States, a physician with a master’s degree in education, an industrial designer, an international business professional, a biomedical engineer, and a senior software and AI engineer. ## External Support We have received support from the Externadista Entrepreneurship Center, the Chamber of Commerce, and the GSEA; we have partnerships with Grupo Medi; and we are working on a partnership with Cardio Infantil to provide them with simulators and collect their waste. ## Team Managing relationships with our stakeholders (customers, suppliers, partners); designing simulators; conducting quality and innovation testing; designing product/customer experiences; and developing digital channels, sales channels, and marketing strategies. ## Founder Victor Manuel Pedreros Madrigal # tuuma · Clean Industry # tuuma **Country:** 🇨🇴 Colombia · Barranquilla **Category:** Clean Industry **CT Taxonomy:** CT-WA-004 — Circular Products & EPR **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy **Stage:** Ideation **Team Size:** 0.0 **Funded:** False --- ## Elevator Pitch Túuma is a portable accessory with a built-in reusable bag, designed to fit inside the user's bag. It addresses the sustainability issue—not a lack of awareness, but forgetfulness—by eliminating the disconnect between environmental intentions and actual habits. ## Climate Problem Colombia uses 1,885 plastic bags per minute and recycles only 20% of the plastic it produces. Túuma tackles the behavioral root of the problem—forgetting to bring a reusable bag—by turning sustainable intentions into actual habits. ## Solution Túuma is a portable accessory that features a built-in reusable bag, designed to stay on the user’s keychain or in their bag. Since it’s always within reach, it prevents you from forgetting it and makes every purchase an automatic sustainable choice. ## Revenue Model Direct sales of accessories featuring seasonal collections that are updated regularly, encouraging repeat purchases. In the future, partnerships with retailers and sustainable brands for distribution and special co-branded editions. ## Target Market Colombian urban consumers from the middle and upper-middle classes who are actively environmentally conscious, aged 20 to 45, who have already purchased reusable bags but do not use them consistently. This group includes, in particular, women who carry a handbag or backpack on a daily basis. ## Social Impact Persons Belonging to National or Ethnic - Religious and Linguistic Minorities, Migrants, People Living in Extreme Poverty, Women ## Demand Evidence Law 2232 of 2022 bans plastic bags at the point of sale, making alternatives mandatory. The market for sustainable accessories is growing worldwide, and millions of Colombians are already buying reusable bags without actually using them: the problem is real ## Competitors Generic foldable bags (Ecobag, Chinese brands) and local sustainable accessory shops. None of them combine everyday usability with Colombian cultural identity. Túuma doesn’t compete with reusable bags—it competes with being forgotten. ## Founder Expertise I am an environmental engineer specializing in consumer behavior and sustainable management, and I am currently pursuing a master’s degree in project management at UPB. I combine technical environmental expertise, behavioral research, and innovation management to lead Túuma ## External Support none ## Team I lead user behavior research, define design parameters and materials, manage the iterative development of prototypes, coordinate stakeholders in the innovation ecosystem, and oversee the strategy for transferring the product to the production sector. ## Founder PAOLA PEÑALOZA # El Ocámbulo · Food & Agriculture # El Ocámbulo **Country:** 🇨🇴 Colombia · Bogotá DC **Category:** Food & Agriculture **CT Taxonomy:** CT-AF-010 — Organic / Regenerative Agriculture **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy, Nature-Based **Stage:** Launched **Team Size:** 3.0 **Funded:** False --- ## Elevator Pitch We grow mushrooms in urban spaces using recycled organic waste. Our model creates sustainable protein, reduces waste, and connects small producers through a circular economy ecosystem. ## Climate Problem Organic waste in cities generates emissions and pollution, while food systems rely on high-impact protein sources. This creates unnecessary environmental damage and inefficient use of resources. ## Solution We transform urban organic waste into sustainable protein through oyster mushroom cultivation. Our model reduces waste, produces local food, and connects small producers in a circular economy system. ## Revenue Model We generate revenue by selling fresh oyster mushrooms directly to consumers and businesses, and by building a distribution network that connects local producers to the market. ## Target Market Urban consumers and restaurants seeking sustainable, healthy food, and small-scale producers looking for better market access within a circular economy model. ## Social Impact Indigenous Peoples, Migrants, People Living in Extreme Poverty, Women ## Demand Evidence We have already sold our product to local stores, distributors, and direct consumers, validating demand through repeated purchases and growing interest in sustainable food. ## Competitors Traditional mushroom suppliers and imported products. However, most lack a circular model or local production, which gives us a competitive advantage in freshness and sustainability. ## Founder Expertise Background in horticulture production, and entrepreneurship. Experience in mushroom cultivation, market validation, and be entrepreneur. ## External Support We have built partnerships with local producers and distributors, and have validated our product in the market through direct sales and customer feedback. ## Team Team covers production, operations, and business development, combining technical knowledge in cultivation with commercial and strategic management. ## Founder Samuel Pérez Moreno # Eco Ernesto Visita Program · Air & Environment # Eco Ernesto Visita Program **Country:** 🇨🇴 Colombia · Santo Domingo **Category:** Air & Environment **CT Taxonomy:** CT-WA-005 — Environmental Management Consulting **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy, Nature-Based **Stage:** Launched **Team Size:** 10.0 **Website:** https://ernestovisita.com/ **Funded:** True (25.0) --- ## Elevator Pitch Eco Ernesto Visita is the first ecotourism children’s book series in the Dominican Republic, using storytelling and experiential learning to promote climate education, sustainability, and biodiversity. ## Climate Problem Eco Ernesto Visita addresses the lack of climate and environmental education in vulnerable communities by using storytelling and experiential learning to promote sustainability, biodiversity protection, and climate awareness. ## Solution Eco Ernesto Visita uses storytelling, workshops, books, and experiential learning to make climate education accessible, engaging, and culturally relevant for children and communities. ## Revenue Model Eco Ernesto Visita generates revenue through sustainability projects, educational programs, strategic partnerships, tourism experiences, environmental initiatives, workshops, sponsorships, grants, and impact-driven collaborations in education, tourism, ag ## Target Market Eco Ernesto Visita targets schools, communities, tourism organizations, families, and institutions seeking innovative sustainability, climate education, creative tourism, and social impact solutions in Latin America and the Caribbean. ## Social Impact Indigenous Peoples, People Living in Extreme Poverty, Women ## Demand Evidence Demand is validated through partnerships with schools, international recognition, community participation, workshops, and growing interest in sustainability, climate education, and experiential learning solutions. ## Competitors Environmental NGOs, educational programs, and tourism initiatives are indirect competitors, but few combine storytelling, sustainability, climate education, tourism, and community impact like Eco Ernesto Visita. ## Founder Expertise I am an educator, environmental project leader, and creator of the first ecotourism children’s storytelling initiative in the Dominican Republic based on scientific research and triple impact. ## External Support Eco Ernesto Visita has received recognition and support from Save the Children Dominican Republic, FedEx, the Federation of Russia, the World Tourism Organization, and Premios Verdes, BCIE. ## Team The team supports sustainability projects, environmental education, workshops, tourism experiences, community engagement, partnerships, storytelling, and social impact initiatives. ## Founder Maria Teresa Perez Pagan # Aterna · Food & Agriculture # Aterna **Country:** 🇨🇴 Colombia · Bogotá **Category:** Food & Agriculture **CT Taxonomy:** CT-AF-012 — Bio-based Agricultural Inputs **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy **Stage:** Ideation **Team Size:** 5.0 **Funded:** False --- ## Elevator Pitch Packaging with a biodegradable, eco-friendly coating that preserves the roses. ## Climate Problem The use of single-use plastics, which causes pollution and cannot be recycled or properly disposed of. ## Solution Biodegradable packaging with a coating that dissolves upon contact with water and releases substances that help roses stay fresh longer ## Revenue Model With the sale of our product ## Target Market Flower industry ## Social Impact Women ## Demand Evidence Because this issue causes losses in the flower-growing sector, particularly in the rose industry ## Competitors Not at the moment ## Founder Expertise We have someone with expertise in the flower industry, and as lawyers, we also have a deep understanding of the legal sector ## External Support We have not received any external support ## Team Project design and implementation ## Founder Jennifer Pérez Romero # BICSY (Biotechnology Carbon System) · Clean Energy # BICSY (Biotechnology Carbon System) **Country:** 🇨🇴 Colombia · Piedecuesta **Category:** Clean Energy **CT Taxonomy:** CT-XS-001 — Carbon Markets & MRV **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy **Stage:** Prototype **Team Size:** 3.0 **Funded:** True (11611.0) --- ## Elevator Pitch BICSY is a Deep Tech platform that accelerates industrial decarbonization through large-scale biological CO2 capture and the phytoremediation of degraded soils. ## Climate Problem We address CO2 accumulation and degraded industrial soils. We capture 15 tons of CO2 per hectare in 120 days through phytoremediation. This is vital for industrial Net Zero, offering rapid and verifiable removals in contrast to the slowness of traditional solutions. ## Solution accelerated biogenic carbon capture platform. We use hemp and kenaf to remove CO2 and remediate industrial soils in 120-day cycles. We validate the impact using IoT sensors and drones, ensuring auditable climate assets. ## Revenue Model We generate revenue through the sale of high-integrity carbon credits (digital MRV), soil phytoremediation services for industries, and the sale of technical biomass (hemp/kenaf fibers) to the textile and construction sectors. ## Target Market High-emission industries (oil & gas, mining) with net-zero targets and soil liabilities. The textile and sustainable construction sectors, which require technical biomass. Focused on corporations that require auditable climate assets (MRV) ## Social Impact Persons Belonging to National or Ethnic - Religious and Linguistic Minorities, Women ## Demand Evidence We confirm the demand driven by the global shortage of natural fibers (a shortfall of 5 million tons per year) and the 15% growth in biomaterials. Textile and construction companies are seeking to replace petroleum-based products to reduce their Scope 3 emissions. ## Competitors We compete with traditional (slow) reforestation and chemical remediation (expensive). In Santander, medical hemp is common, but BICSY is unique in industrial remediation using MRV. We outperform the competition thanks to our speed (120 days) and auditable data. ## Founder Expertise I bring expertise in biobusiness strategy and leadership to Green Peak. We also offer technical validation from partner universities and support from Ecopetrol’s acceleration program. We are experts in phytoremediation and digital MRV for certifying climate assets. ## External Support We have completed the laboratory phase at the University of Santander (UDES). We were selected by the Accelerate Climatech program, Econova, and Ecopetrol’s decarbonization laboratory. ## Team Administrator: Financial strategy and scaling of the BICSY model. Marketing: Positioning of climate assets and relationships with industrial clients. Attorney: Legal framework for hemp, intellectual property, and carbon credit contracts (MRV). ## Founder Carlos Pino Martinez # SIÉ WAKA · Water # SIÉ WAKA **Country:** 🇨🇴 Colombia · BOGOTA **Category:** Water **CT Taxonomy:** CT-WW-003 — Watershed Conservation & Hydrological Data **Impact Areas:** Adaptation, Nature-Based **Stage:** Public Beta **Team Size:** 5.0 **Website:** https://siewakaplatform.streamlit.app/ **Funded:** True (29815.0) --- ## Elevator Pitch It is a decentralized, community-driven platform for water quality monitoring combining IoT sensors, open data, and citizen science. We empower communities and governments with real-time, evidence-based data to improve water governance and accountability. ## Climate Problem Water scarcity and contamination are worsening due to climate change, yet monitoring data in vulnerable communities is scarce, unreliable, and opaque. Without real-time data, communities and governments cannot make informed water management decisions. ## Solution Sié waka is a hybrid platform combining low-cost IoT sensors, a mobile app, and community protocols. Citizens collect and upload water quality data to a cloud dashboard, enabling real-time alerts, open data access, and accountability with authorities. ## Revenue Model Revenue streams include: (1) B2G/B2B consulting services (ESR, water governance, monitoring plans); (2) SaaS licensing of AquaCitizen to municipalities and utilities; (3) paid community training programs; (4) data services for research institutions. ## Target Market Primary: rural and peri-urban communities with limited water monitoring capacity in Latin America (Colombia, Mexico). Secondary: municipal governments, water utilities, NGOs, and research institutions requiring reliable, low-cost water quality data. ## Social Impact Indigenous Peoples, People Living in Extreme Poverty, Women ## Demand Evidence Validated through pilots in 4 cities (Bogotá, Cali, Villavicencio, Monterrey), 23 community activities, 250+ people engaged, and 100+ water samples collected. Governments and NGOs have expressed interest in our data. Three organizations have funded us. ## Competitors Global competitors include mWater and AquaHacking platforms. Locally, IDEAM (Colombia) and CONAGUA (Mexico) collect data but lack community-level reach. Our advantage: decentralized, low-cost, citizen-led model with open data and accountability tools. ## Founder Expertise Team includes a political scientist (smart cities), environmental engineer (MBA, HSEQ auditor), mechatronics engineer (nuclear applications), PhD environmental engineer (ITESM water researcher), and a biologist/aquaculture master (NGO director). ## External Support Funded by CIVICHOUSE (2022), Hackcorruption Colombia (2023), and Young Water Solutions (2024). Supported by Lab NL, Neotropical Cuencas, Alkali+SOSAC, TECHO Colombia, and Red Nacional de Jóvenes de Ambiente. Three funding rounds secured to date. ## Team Juan A. García: Strategy & government relations. Juan F. Pinto: Project manager & environmental engineering. David Gil: Hardware/IoT development. Dra. Thalía Turren: Scientific advisor & water research. Jhonatan Quiñones: Biodiversity & field operations. ## Founder JUAN FELIPE PINTO CASTELBLANCO # GEO Grafismos · Clean Industry # GEO Grafismos **Country:** 🇨🇴 Colombia · Medellín **Category:** Clean Industry **CT Taxonomy:** CT-IC-001 — Satellite / Deforestation Monitoring **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy **Stage:** Prototype **Team Size:** 2.0 **Funded:** False --- ## Elevator Pitch GEO Grafismos eliminates recycling friction by printing geometric shapes on packaging matched to bins. Pilot showed +15% sorting with 34% adoption. Waste traceability data becomes compliance-ready, circular economy intelligence for companies. ## Climate Problem Color memory is fragile; recycling decisions happen in seconds. The barrier isn't willingness—it's cognitive friction. 70% misplace recyclables, landfills overflow, recyclers suffer, millions spent on education with no measurable change or circular data. ## Solution Behavioral Design (nudges): geometric shapes printed on packaging match labeled bins: triangle=plastic, square=paper, circle=glass. Intuitive; AI provides unprecedented traceability; Scalable; triple impact.. Brief video https://bit.ly/3PHzeiP ## Revenue Model 1 Data monetization: environmental traceability sold to companies and governments needing compliance reports. 2 SaaS and Data-as-a-Service models. 3 Marketing and branding services. By Year 3: $350M+ additional dollars projected in the recycling ecosystem ## Target Market User: citizens. Clients: those with budget and legal obligation. 1) FMCG and packaging companies under EPR law, indicators, corporate reputation. 2) Governments: optimize landfill lifespan, dignify recyclers. Both need measurable circular economy tools. ## Social Impact People Living in Extreme Poverty, Women ## Demand Evidence Demand is regulatory, not optional. Companies face mandatory EPR compliance. Governments need measurable behavior-change tools linked to ODS targets. Traditional color systems show low efficiency; ours delivers measurable impact and ROI. ## Competitors No competitor combines cognitive/behavioral design with traceability. Indirect competitors require active learning: color-coded bins, environmental campaigns. We work instinctively, zero literacy or language barriers, inclusive and globally scalable. ## Founder Expertise Pilot: +15% source separation with only 34% packaging labeled—partial adoption already drives impact. By Year 3: projected 1.8M tons of waste reduced and 3X increase in separation rate. Brief video: http://bit.ly/4ww1fdN ## External Support Winners Climate Launchpad Colombia 2022. Top 500 Premios Latinoamérica Verde 2019. Recognized by IDB-FEMSA, Innpulsa, Asoplásticos, Universidad del Rosario. Mentoring received to mature the project. Seeking seed capital and partnerships for next stage. ## Team Camilo Quiceno, CEO: creative strategy, innovator, business development. Adriana Quiceno, CFO: financial strategy, international business, investor relations. Lean founding team, expanding for Stage 1 deployment. ## Founder Juan Camilo Quiceno Aguirre # Ecosistema digital de residuos aprovechables: Co Workers Cloud · Air & Environment # Ecosistema digital de residuos aprovechables: Co Workers Cloud **Country:** 🇨🇴 Colombia · Bogotá **Category:** Air & Environment **CT Taxonomy:** CT-IC-003 — Supply Chain Traceability **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy **Stage:** Prototype **Team Size:** 4.0 **Website:** https://www.kelab.com.co/services/co-workers-cloud **Funded:** False --- ## Elevator Pitch Co Workers Cloud es un ecosistema digital que reúne a productores, gestores y transformadores en un solo lugar. Su objetivo es facilitar la gestión de residuos, el cumplimiento ambiental y la conexión entre actores del sector. ## Climate Problem Nuestra startup aborda el problema de las emisiones de CO₂ asociadas a la inadecuada gestión de residuos, especialmente cuando estos terminan en rellenos sanitarios en lugar de ser aprovechados. ## Solution Ofrecemos un ecosistema digital de residuos aprovechables que integra en un solo lugar a productores, gestores, transformadores y empresas de sostenibilidad. En la práctica, la plataforma impulsa el aprovechamiento de residuos y reduce su disposición fina ## Revenue Model El modelo de negocio se basa en suscripciones a la plataforma, servicios de capacitación para el uso del ecosistema y espacios de publicidad para actores del sector interesados en visibilizar sus productos y servicios. ## Target Market Nuestro mercado objetivo está compuesto por actores de la cadena de residuos, incluyendo productores, gestores, transformadores y empresas que ofrecen servicios de sostenibilidad. ## Social Impact People Living in Extreme Poverty ## Demand Evidence Existe una necesidad en el mercado de contar con un espacio que facilite la conexión entre actores de manera confiable y eficiente. Actualmente, muchas interacciones se realizan de forma informal, lo que limita las oportunidades y la trazabilidad. ## Competitors A nivel nacional, no se identifican plataformas con un enfoque integral que combine cumplimiento, comercialización y sostenibilidad en el sector de residuos. A nivel internacional, existen referentes como RecycleGO, Scrapo, WasteTrade y Rubicon. ## Founder Expertise Aporto conocimientos en el área ambiental, especialmente en la gestión de residuos, sostenibilidad y economía circular, lo que permite orientar el desarrollo del proyecto hacia soluciones con impacto real. ## External Support Actualmente no hemos recibido apoyo externo, ya que nos encontramos en una etapa inicial de desarrollo y estamos en búsqueda de acompañamiento e inversión para escalar la solución. ## Team El gerente lidera la visión estratégica y el direccionamiento del proyecto. La directora de proyectos y el profesional ambiental se encargan del desarrollo del enfoque ambienta. El profesional en tecnología desarrolla la infraestructura digital. ## Founder Stefanny Quiza # STRIN · Air & Environment # STRIN **Country:** 🇨🇴 Colombia · Bogotá **Category:** Air & Environment **CT Taxonomy:** CT-IC-003 — Supply Chain Traceability **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy **Stage:** Launched **Team Size:** 4.0 **Website:** https://sistemastrin.org **Funded:** False --- ## Elevator Pitch STRIN is a SaaS platform that digitizes waste traceability, connecting waste generators, transporters, and waste management companies to organize records, generate verifiable reports, and track environmental indicators. ## Climate Problem The lack of waste traceability makes it impossible to measure, reduce, and report environmental impacts. Without reliable data, companies miss out on opportunities to recover resources and reduce emissions. ## Solution STRIN digitizes waste traceability by connecting waste generators, transporters, and waste management companies. It tracks movements, destinations, and environmental indicators to inform decision-making and report on environmental impact. ## Revenue Model Through a SaaS model: an initial implementation fee, a monthly or annual subscription for use of the platform, and complementary support, training, and advanced reporting services. ## Target Market SMEs, manufacturers, construction companies, transportation companies, waste management firms, industrial parks, and free trade zones that require traceability, reports, and verifiable environmental metrics. ## 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 The need was confirmed through sales meetings, demos, early adopters, and conversations with companies that currently manage waste using spreadsheets, emails, and scattered records. ## Competitors We primarily compete with Excel spreadsheets, forms, internal systems, general-purpose ERPs, and more complex environmental software. ## Founder Expertise I bring experience in environmental management, waste management, regulatory compliance, audits, and working with companies. The team combines technological expertise with practical knowledge of the issues facing Latin America. ## External Support We have received support through validation with potential customers, strategic partners, and early adopters, who provided feedback to help us improve the platform and its value proposition. ## Team Andrés Ramírez leads strategy, product, and business development; Gerónimo Condon leads technology development and support. Fabián Garófalo and Leandro Balaguer are strategic partners in Argentina for validation, partnerships, and business expansion. ## Founder Andrés Ramírez # Vida ecologica · Air & Environment # Vida ecologica **Country:** 🇨🇴 Colombia · San Salvador, País el Salvador **Category:** Air & Environment **CT Taxonomy:** CT-WA-005 — Environmental Management Consulting **Impact Areas:** Nature-Based **Stage:** Ideation **Team Size:** 2.0 **Funded:** False --- ## Elevator Pitch Innovation Change Solution ## Climate Problem Pollution of rivers, lakes, and beaches; to prevent marine pollution and promote recycling ## Solution Reduce waste ## Revenue Model Not yet determined ## Target Market Develop our idea ## 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 Because environmental pollution is everywhere, and we are constantly seeking solutions ## Competitors None ## Founder Expertise Proper waste management: we have expertise in environmental pollution and technological fields to provide a solution ## External Support None ## Team Administrator and Systems Engineer ## Founder Rocio Daniela y Marina Elizabeth Ramos Ortiz y Mira Diaz # LazosTech · Clean Industry # LazosTech **Country:** 🇨🇴 Colombia · CALI **Category:** Clean Industry **CT Taxonomy:** CT-XS-008 — Circular Economy Consulting & Platforms **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy **Stage:** Private Beta **Team Size:** 3.0 **Website:** https://luzsociedadco.wixsite.com/lazostech **Funded:** False --- ## Elevator Pitch LazosTech is a circular economy system that rewards college students with digital tokens for taking environmental action. These tokens generate an ESG certificate that backs each token issued, reducing waste and boosting the economy. ## Climate Problem Low recycling rates at universities lead to constant waste and emissions. At the same time, students face financial insecurity. Both problems persist due to a lack of incentives and accessible systems ## Solution LazosTech rewards students with digital tokens for recycling cans on campus. These tokens can be redeemed, creating a circular system that reduces waste, monitors environmental impact, and encourages sustainable behavior in real time ## Revenue Model Revenue comes from the sale of university recycling and ESG funding. Institutions fund the implementation of the system, while brands and organizations offer rewards and obtain verified data on the impact ## Target Market Universities, starting with Colombia. The primary users are students and institutions seeking sustainability solutions and social impact programs aligned with ESG goals. ## Social Impact People Living in Extreme Poverty ## Demand Evidence Universities are looking to improve their sustainability metrics, while students need financial support. The concept addresses the real needs of campuses, and similar recycling programs based on on-chain incentives ## Competitors Traditional recycling programs lack incentives and traceability. There are some apps that offer rewards, but none of them are integrated into the campus infrastructure ## Founder Expertise I have expertise in systems architecture. I have experience designing token-based incentive models and building LazosTech’s smart contract infrastructure to enable transparent impact tracking. ## External Support This is an early-stage project with preliminary technical development and a pilot design. It does not yet have formal external support; it is currently seeking mentors and partnerships to expand its implementation. ## Team Founder responsible for product design, smart contract development, and systems architecture. Focused on creating a scalable, transparent platform with a social impact. ## Founder ALEJANDRO REALPE # Arte y reciclaje para la paz. Mujeres creando Economìa Circular con propòsito · Air & Environment # Arte y reciclaje para la paz. Mujeres creando Economìa Circular con propòsito **Country:** 🇨🇴 Colombia · Bucaramanga **Category:** Air & Environment **CT Taxonomy:** CT-WA-004 — Circular Products & EPR **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy **Stage:** Ideation **Team Size:** 5.0 **Funded:** False --- ## Elevator Pitch With art, purpose, and love, we set out ## Climate Problem The initiative helps address environmental issues such as plastic pollution, improper disposal of organic waste, greenhouse gas emissions, and the degradation of unused plastic waste. ## Solution The proposal promotes the reuse of plastic containers, particularly PET bottles, by transforming them into repurposed items through the use of artisanal techniques such as painting and the incorporation of materials ## Revenue Model by selling flower pots, fertilizer, and insecticide mixtures. ## Target Market Residential complexes that lack space for plants. Anyone who appreciates handcrafted items (flower pots made using traditional techniques) ## Social Impact Migrants, People Living in Extreme Poverty, Women ## Demand Evidence I made some flower pots, and people liked them and bought them from me. I make homemade insecticides and have sold them. ## Competitors The nurseries ## Founder Expertise I’m from Artea, and I know techniques that I can use and teach to make planters out of plastic bottles, cans, and other recycled containers. I have knowledge of organic fertilizers, plants, and aromatic herbs and their properties, and I know how to make insecticides. ## External Support None ## Team Recycle, create, paint, grow, and sell ## Founder SONIA PATRICIA REINEL # Aprovechamiento residuos sólidos vegetales para energías renovables · Air & Environment # Aprovechamiento residuos sólidos vegetales para energías renovables **Country:** 🇨🇴 Colombia · Apartadó **Category:** Air & Environment **CT Taxonomy:** CT-WA-001 — Waste-to-Energy **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy, Nature-Based **Stage:** Sketches **Team Size:** 6.0 **Funded:** False --- ## Elevator Pitch Transformar residuos sólidos vegetales en fuentes de energía renovable. Mediante hidrólisis, se transforman en azúcares. Se descontaminan los botaderos mermando emisión de gases contaminantes y lisciviados. ## Climate Problem Emisión de gases contaminantes, producción de lisciviados por descomposición de vegetales en botaderos. Importante por qué transforma los residuos sólidos vegetales en azúcares (melazas), en biocombustible, a bajo costo y generando fuentes de empleo. ## Solution Transforma los residuos vegetales mediante hidrólisis ## Revenue Model Mediante la comercialización de productos como la melaza y azúcares. ## Target Market Agropecuaria y La industria quimica ## Social Impact People of African Descent, Women ## Demand Evidence Los azúcares se utilizan en productos de abonos orgánicos, alimento de animales, productos químicos renovables, biocombustibles y los residuos finales del proceso, para las calderas. ## Competitors No conozco ## Founder Expertise Contamos con Ingeniero eléctrico, químico, civil administrativo que hemos estudiado el proyecto. ## External Support Ninguno ## Team Todos estamos por sacar el proyecto adelante. ## Founder Jorge Restrepo # RAÍZ VIVA AI · Food & Agriculture # RAÍZ VIVA AI **Country:** 🇨🇴 Colombia · CUNDINAMARCA **Category:** Food & Agriculture **CT Taxonomy:** CT-IC-004 — Climate Data Platforms **Impact Areas:** Adaptation, Nature-Based **Stage:** Ideation **Team Size:** 6.0 **Website:** https://www.beegreenforest.org **Funded:** False --- ## Elevator Pitch Raíz Viva AI is a climate-tech platform designed to help rural communities and small farmers adapt to climate change through accessible environmental technology. The platform provides climate alerts, sustainable agriculture recommendations, environmental ## Climate Problem Small farmers and rural communities are highly vulnerable to climate change, facing droughts, extreme weather, soil degradation, and food insecurity, while lacking accessible climate adaptation tools and environmental data. ## Solution Raíz Viva AI is a climate-tech platform that provides rural communities with climate alerts, sustainable agriculture guidance, environmental reporting tools, and ecosystem restoration tracking to strengthen climate resilience and food security ## Revenue Model We plan to generate revenue through partnerships with companies, NGOs, governments, and sustainability programs that require environmental monitoring, ecosystem restoration tracking, ESG reporting, and community climate adaptation solutions. ## Target Market Rural communities, small farmers, NGOs, local governments, and companies seeking climate adaptation, sustainable agriculture, and ecosystem restoration solutions. ## Social Impact People Living in Extreme Poverty, Women ## Demand Evidence Through our environmental projects and community work, we have identified a growing need for accessible tools for climate adaptation, environmental monitoring, and sustainable agriculture. ## Competitors There are global climate and agricultural platforms, but few combine community participation, ecological restoration, and rural climate adaptation for vulnerable communities in Latin America ## Founder Expertise Our team has experience in environmental management, ecological restoration, sustainability, rural development, technology, communications, and project management. ## External Support The idea is currently being developed by Bee Green Forest Foundation’s volunteer team, composed of professionals and volunteers with experience in environmental management, technology, communications, and sustainability ## Team Environmental management, technological development, climate adaptation, ecological restoration, communications, innovation, and sustainability strategy. ## Founder WINDY RIAÑO CELY # Amazóniko · Air & Environment # Amazóniko **Country:** 🇨🇴 Colombia · Bogotá **Category:** Air & Environment **CT Taxonomy:** CT-IC-003 — Supply Chain Traceability **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy **Stage:** Launched **Team Size:** 11.0 **Website:** https://www.amazoniko.com/ **Funded:** True (180000.0) --- ## Elevator Pitch Amazóniko is a circular economy operating system that connects households, businesses, and recyclers to recover waste with full traceability. We transform post-consumer materials into measurable climate impact, social inclusion, and sustainable compliance. ## Climate Problem In Latin America, much of the waste ends up in landfills, generating emissions and leading to material loss. Amazóniko mitigates this impact by recovering post-consumer waste with traceability and integrating waste pickers into the climate solution. ## Solution Amazóniko turns waste management into a shared value proposition: it promotes source separation, traceable collection, incentives for users (both waste generators and managers), and verifiable data so that companies can measure their impact and close the loop. ## Revenue Model We generate revenue through B2B contracts for Extended Producer Responsibility, traceability, environmental stewardship, and closed-loop systems; B2C memberships; the sale of recovered materials; and impact reports. ## Target Market Our market includes B2B customers with Extended Producer Responsibility obligations and environmental, social, and governance goals; waste-generating users looking for easy recycling options; and waste management companies requiring traceability and revenue streams. ## Social Impact People of African Descent, Migrants, Women, LGBTQI+ People ## Demand Evidence Demand is driven by Extended Producer Responsibility regulations, environmental, social, and governance pressures, and our own momentum: over 22,000 users, over 250,000 collections, over 5,000 tons, and over 25 brands. ## Competitors Our competitors include Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) organizations, environmental traceability platforms, post-consumer program operators, and consulting firms that offer environmental compliance solutions. ## Founder Expertise The team brings together expertise in the circular economy, environmental regulation, technology, logistics operations, B2B sales, communications, and creative advertising, with nine years of experience building Amazóniko on the ground, working alongside waste pickers and businesses. ## External Support We have received support from NESsT, Acumen Angels, Rockstart Impact, and Fondo Oriri in the form of catalytic capital, mentoring, strategic guidance, and connections to strengthen our model, technology, and scaling efforts. ## Team CEO: strategy and fundraising; CSO: sustainability and compliance; COO: operations; CTO and developers: technology; Customer Service, SDR, and KAM: customers and sales; communications, administration, and operational support: day-to-day operations. ## Founder Daniel Rodriguez # Ingecolmax · Clean Industry # Ingecolmax **Country:** 🇨🇴 Colombia · bogota d.c **Category:** Clean Industry **CT Taxonomy:** CT-WA-004 — Circular Products & EPR **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy **Stage:** Prototype **Team Size:** 3.0 **Funded:** True (1200.0) --- ## Elevator Pitch We manufacture eco-friendly office and tech supplies using recycled materials. We offer on-site and online equipment maintenance, low-cost fintech payments, and recycling rewards through the Ingemundos Card. ## Climate Problem Ingecolmax combats pollution from aluminum, plastics, and electronic waste, reducing environmental impact through recycling and eco-friendly products. This is key to reducing emissions, protecting ecosystems, and promoting the circular economy. ## Solution Ingecolmax manufactures tech and office products using recycled and biodegradable materials, provides equipment maintenance, and promotes recycling through fintech incentives and rewards for plastic collection. ## Revenue Model Ingecolmax computers made with biodegradable materials 2) Stands for monitors and laptops 3) Office supplies and miscellaneous items 4) Footrests 5) Preventive and corrective computer maintenance services ## Target Market Ingecolmax serves more than 23,727 businesses and millions of users in Colombia, offering eco-friendly products and accessible technology. Its fintech model promotes digital payments, recycling, and financial inclusion through sustainable incentives. ## Social Impact People of African Descent, Migrants, Women ## Demand Evidence • In Colombia, 1.6% (27,238) are medium-sized companies and 0.5% are large companies (8,175) (La República 2024). • 67% of companies have begun using more sustainable materials, such as recycled materials and products with lower emissions. ## Competitors Market competition is centered on two very specific areas in which competition is difficult but not impossible in the technology sector. Technology Competition: 1) Smart PC. 2) Lenovo. 3) HP. 4) Compumax. ## Founder Expertise The experience and expertise lie in the media; since 2019, Ingecolmax has been known throughout Colombia and the Americas for this project, and I plan to include my MBA degree in my resume. ## External Support In 2025, I received 5.3 million pesos in support from "Corazones Productivos," and in 2020, I won the "Valientes" program on RCN, for which I received a prize of 9 million pesos to support my project. ## Team The CEO of Ingecolmax leads the company's business strategy, drives innovation in the areas of environmental sustainability and fintech, manages partnerships, oversees operations and finance, and ensures the company meets its sustainability, business, and technology goals. ## Founder angel alcides rodriguez bermudez # REVIVEN · Air & Environment # REVIVEN **Country:** 🇨🇴 Colombia · Madrid **Category:** Air & Environment **CT Taxonomy:** CT-WA-003 — Recycling & Materials Recovery **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy **Stage:** Launched **Team Size:** 5.0 **Website:** https://www.reviven.com.co/ **Funded:** True (100000.0) --- ## Elevator Pitch Waste that comes to life: we recover what others discard, transform it through refurbishment and sustainable innovation, and reintroduce it to the market as functional products, closing the loop of the circular economy ## Climate Problem The linear model generates waste and emissions. Reviven addresses WEEE and glass (light bulbs, panels) that end up in landfills, transforming them into new materials, reducing CO₂, avoiding the extraction of resources, and promoting the circular economy. ## Solution Reviven collects WEEE, plastics, and glass; transforms them through refurbishment and glass-reinforced concrete; and sells them through physical and online channels, using quality processes supported by GIZ, thereby reducing waste, CO₂, and resource consumption. ## Revenue Model Reviven collects WEEE, plastics, and glass; transforms them into refurbished equipment, glass-reinforced concrete, and plastic-wood composites (made from recycled bottles and WEEE plastics); and sells them under its own brand through both brick-and-mortar and online channels. ## Target Market Consumers and businesses looking for refurbished equipment, refurbished furniture, or furniture made from recycled wood, as well as the construction sector seeking sustainable materials such as glass-reinforced concrete and plastic wood, through both physical and online channels. ## Social Impact People Living in Extreme Poverty, Women ## Demand Evidence We are confirming market demand through actual sales of refurbished equipment under our own brand, growing interest in sustainable products, partnerships with companies and post-consumer programs, and pilot projects involving materials such as wood-plastic composites and glass-reinforced concrete. ## Competitors Our competitors include sellers of refurbished equipment, WEEE recyclers, and manufacturers of sustainable materials. We have not identified any integrated players in our region that combine collection, processing, and sales under a single model ## Founder Expertise Industrial Engineer and MBA with 19 years of experience leading Eco Industria. Expertise in WEEE management, the circular economy, innovation, and plant development, with partnerships with UNDP, the Ministry of the Environment, and Colciencias to implement sustainable solutions. ## External Support We have received support from UNDP, iNNpulsa, the ProUsar Fund, GIZ, and the Ministry of the Environment for investments in machinery, equipment, and startup costs, as well as technical assistance from CleantechHub and coordination with Lúmina, Recopack, and Reconecta. ## Team Project launch support Business forecasting ## Founder Leonardo Enrique Rodríguez Gómez # Air4U · Air & Environment # Air4U **Country:** 🇨🇴 Colombia · Bogota **Category:** Air & Environment **CT Taxonomy:** CT-IN-001 — Industrial Energy Efficiency & Monitoring **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy **Stage:** Launched **Team Size:** 5.0 **Website:** https://air4u.co/ **Funded:** True (50000.0) --- ## Elevator Pitch We're a airtech startup focused in develop technology to tracking, controlling and improving your indoor air quality with nanotechnologies and AI solutions. ## Climate Problem Indoor air pollution. As well we know about outdoor pollution and the consequences of these problem but WHO and Passport Euromonitor mention about indoor air could be 10 times more polluted than outdoor air with a high impact in our health ## Solution We offer a complete solution that allow to identify how is your indoor air quality in real time and if the system detect pollution you can use our hybrid air purifiers (With controlled ozone and nanofiber filters technology) to remove all pollutants. ## Revenue Model Selling and renting of our solutions (Indoor air quality tracking system and domestic/industrial air purifiers with ozone and nanofibers filters) ## Target Market B2C (families w/ children & singles) + B2B (hospital cleaning, medicinal cannabis, car dealers, hotels, pharma & food cos). Global IAQ market: $5.44B (2025) to $11.84B by 2035 (CAGR 8.09%). ## Social Impact Women, LGBTQI+ People ## Demand Evidence Bogotá’s PM2.5 often exceeds WHO limits 3x, causing ~1,500 deaths/year & respiratory issues in children/hospitals. LatAm IAQ market (CAGR 6%+) and health awareness drive demand in our B2C families & B2B (pharma, food, hotels). ## Competitors Global competitors: IQAir, Airthings, Awair (consumer IAQ) and Honeywell. In Colombia/LatAm: emerging market with mostly imports and basic government monitors. No known local connections yet. ## Founder Expertise Miguel (CEO): Strategy & Innovation (ex-FEMSA). Robinson: 35+ yrs in electronics manufacturing. Team includes air quality/HVAC Mech. Engineer, pharma expert & Paula (branding). ## External Support Emprende + Program - Universidad Externado de Colombia Next Generation City Action - Denmark Technical University (DTU) AIT Colombia Startups - ICETEX & St Gallen University (Switzerland) Miami Immersion Program - Manatech (USA) Angel Investor ## Team Miguel leads strategy, administration and finance. Robinson handles product development and manufacturing of purifiers. Sebastian specializes in air quality & HVAC solutions. Lisimaco is expert manages sales and Paula leads branding concept and design. ## Founder Miguel Rozo # Ecosistema Digital de Residuos Aprovechables Co Workes Cloud · Not Assigned/ Unknown # Ecosistema Digital de Residuos Aprovechables Co Workes Cloud **Country:** 🇨🇴 Colombia · BOGOTA D.C. **Category:** Not Assigned/ Unknown **CT Taxonomy:** CT-IC-003 — Supply Chain Traceability **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy **Stage:** Prototype **Team Size:** 4.0 **Website:** https://www.kelab.com.co/co-workers-cloud **Funded:** False --- ## Elevator Pitch Un ecosistema digital que integra a productores, gestores, asociaciones de recicladores y transformadores en un solo entorno, facilitando la conexión, el aprovechamiento de materiales y la gestión sostenible de residuos. Todos en un solo lugar. ## Climate Problem Exceso de residuos enviados a rellenos sanitarios, también la ineficiencia en la gestión y aprovechamiento de residuos, que incrementa las emisiones de gases de efecto invernadero y acelera el agotamiento de recursos naturales. ## Solution Co Workes Cloud conecta digitalmente generadores, recicladores y gestores para comercializar residuos aprovechables con trazabilidad y pagos seguros. En la práctica, reduce residuos en rellenos sanitarios, aumenta el reciclaje y fortalece la economía circ ## Revenue Model Afiliación aun plan colectivo, cuota de afiliación mensual de afiliación a la plataforma, publicidad sectorial, consultoría ambiental asociada al ecosistema digital. ## Target Market Productores, Asociaciones de recicladores, Gestores y Transformadores . Todos los actores de la Cadena de Residuos Aprovechables. ## Social Impact Women ## Demand Evidence Desde 2022, hemos entregado más de 80 cotizaciones e integrado empresas en Clean Pack. Los productores necesitan cada vez más soluciones digitales y trazables para cumplir con las regulaciones EPR y conectarse con mercados de reciclaje y economía circular ## Competitors Nuestros competidores incluyen a Lucy Ecocircular, Recicla Solidario y Recylink. La mayoría se centra en mercados de residuos, mientras que Co Workes Cloud integra cumplimiento EPR, trazabilidad y servicios digitales de economía circular. ## Founder Expertise R&R Kelab tiene más de 6 años de experiencia en gestión ambiental, economía circular y gestión del conocimiento. Desde 2022, operamos Clean Pack, apoyando a empresas en el cumplimiento de RSE y trazabilidad de residuos reciclables. ## External Support Hemos recibido apoyo a través de la experiencia en consultoría ambiental, la implementación piloto de Clean Pack, el registro de patentes, alianzas estratégicas en el sector del reciclaje y la adopción temprana por empresas que utilizan la plataforma. ## Team Director de proyectos, gestiona y promociona el plan colectivo. Desarrollador de Sistemas, mantenimiento y desarrollo de la plataforma digital. Profesionales ambientales encargados de la estrategia de marketing y comunicación al cliente. ## Founder MARIO ANTONIO RUIZ VARGAS # Geo-Themis · Water # Geo-Themis **Country:** 🇨🇴 Colombia · Cali, valle del cauca **Category:** Water **CT Taxonomy:** CT-IC-004 — Climate Data Platforms **Impact Areas:** Nature-Based **Stage:** Ideation **Team Size:** 1.0 **Funded:** False --- ## Elevator Pitch Geo-Themis develops geospatial technology solutions to monitor, prevent, and mitigate environmental and climate risks. We use geospatial data and artificial intelligence to strengthen regional resilience and support sustainable decision-making. ## Climate Problem Environmental pollution goes unpunished due to a lack of evidence and access to justice. Vulnerable communities are unable to prove the damage, allowing ecosystems to degrade and affecting public health, water resources, and the future of the climate. ## Solution Geo-Themis allows users to report damage via WhatsApp; AI converts reports into legal actions, while sensors and satellites generate real-time evidence, which is stored on the blockchain to prevent tampering. ## Revenue Model Revenue from contracts with governments, NGOs, and companies: environmental monitoring licenses, data analytics, sensor installation, and legal and technological services for risk management and environmental compliance. ## Target Market Governments, NGOs, and communities in vulnerable regions of Latin America that are facing pollution and lack access to effective environmental justice. ## Social Impact Indigenous Peoples, Persons Belonging to National or Ethnic - Religious and Linguistic Minorities, People Living in Extreme Poverty, Women ## Demand Evidence The growing climate crisis, regulatory pressure, and increasing environmental conflicts underscore the need for solutions that generate evidence and prompt legal action in vulnerable areas. ## Competitors There are environmental monitoring platforms and satellite data services, but none of them integrate legal AI, automated evidence gathering, and legal action. At the local level, there are no equivalent solutions. ## Founder Expertise Experience in innovation, strategic thinking, and the use of AI to develop solutions. Ability to learn quickly, integrate technology, and focus on solving real-world problems with environmental and social impact. ## External Support Finalist in the San Buenaventura University LegalTech competition, with academic validation and initial mentoring. Development supported by research in law, technology, and social innovation. ## Team Solution design, business model development, research, problem validation, and the use of AI to build and refine the prototype. ## Founder Eider nicolas Salcedo Landazuri # Cacelio · Clean Industry # Cacelio **Country:** 🇨🇴 Colombia · Bogota **Category:** Clean Industry **CT Taxonomy:** CT-IN-003 — Clean Manufacturing / Bio-based Inputs **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy **Stage:** Prototype **Team Size:** 2.0 **Funded:** False --- ## Elevator Pitch Cacelio transforms coffee industry waste into biomaterials grown with mycelium for architecture and design. We cultivate biodegradable, low-impact materials that reconnect nature, design and circular production through biomimetic innovation. ## Climate Problem Cacelio addresses pollution caused by burning coffee waste and contaminating water sources. We transform these agricultural residues into sustainable new materials, reducing waste and replacing high-impact materials. ## Solution Cacelio develops biomaterials for interior design and architecture using coffee industry byproducts. We work directly with agricultural residues, process them locally and transform them into sustainable materials with circular production methods. ## Revenue Model Cacelio generates revenue through B2B sales of biomaterials, panels and custom solutions for architects, hotels, cafés and brands, while also selling design objects and interior pieces directly to consumers. ## Target Market Cacelio targets architects, interior designers, hotels, cafés, restaurants and conscious brands seeking sustainable materials with identity. We also reach design-focused consumers interested in innovative and environmentally responsible products. ## Social Impact Persons Belonging to National or Ethnic - Religious and Linguistic Minorities ## Demand Evidence Cacelio has received strong interest from architects, designers and cafés looking for sustainable materials with storytelling and identity. Early prototypes have generated curiosity, positive feedback and collaboration opportunities. ## Competitors In Colombia, there is no established company currently scaling this type of biomaterial production. Some independent researchers and experimental projects have showcased prototypes and exhibitions, but the industry is still in a very early stage locally. ## Founder Expertise Our team combines biomimicry, design and agricultural knowledge. I have a strong background and passion for biomimicry and nature inspired design, while my co-founder is a social worker and coffee grower with direct knowledge of rural communities and coff ## External Support Cacelio has been developed entirely through self funding, personal research and hands-on experimentation. All prototypes, material development and early validation have been achieved with our own resources and independent work. ## Team I lead the experimental, operational and laboratory side of the project, including biomaterial development and production processes. My co-founder focuses on sourcing raw materials, working directly with coffee farmers and building relationships ## Founder David Sanchez # ON-NOVA Biotech. We are based in the Dominican Republic, but the program stated that applications are now open globally. We could establish a hub in Colombia if necessary to support regional # ON-NOVA Biotech. We are based in the Dominican Republic, but the program stated that applications are now open globally. We could establish a hub in Colombia if necessary to support regional operations and participation. **Country:** 🇨🇴 Colombia · San Pedro de Macorís, Rep. Dominicana. **Category:** Clean Industry **CT Taxonomy:** CT-IN-003 — Clean Manufacturing / Bio-based Inputs **Impact Areas:** Adaptation, Circular Economy, Nature-Based **Stage:** Sketches **Team Size:** 6.0 **Website:** https://trace-on.netlify.app/ **Funded:** True (23257.8) --- ## Elevator Pitch ON-NOVA Biotech develops sustainable materials and smart industrial systems focused on environmental innovation. We combine biotechnology and green engineering to create scalable circular economy and climate resilience solutions. ## Climate Problem TRACE-ON tackles packaging waste, food and pharmaceutical spoilage, and product adulteration. These issues increase pollution, resource loss, and carbon emissions across global supply chains. ## Solution ON-NOVA Biotech developed TRACE-ON, a smart bio-packaging system with integrated biosensors that detects degradation and adulteration in real time, reducing waste, improving safety, and enabling sustainable circular packaging. ## Revenue Model Revenue will come from smart bio-packaging sales, biosensor integration services, B2B licensing, industrial partnerships, and future SaaS monitoring solutions for supply chain analytics. ## Target Market Food sectors including dairy, seafood, beverages, alcoholic products, meat, proteins, fruits, pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, logistics, and sensitive goods requiring safe, traceable, and sustainable smart packaging technologies. ## Social Impact People of African Descent, Migrants, People Living in Extreme Poverty, Women ## Demand Evidence Growing global demand for sustainable packaging, anti-counterfeiting systems, food safety technologies, and waste reduction solutions validates TRACE-ON’s market potential. ## Competitors Competitors include smart packaging and sustainable materials companies, but TRACE-ON uniquely combines bio-based packaging with integrated biosensor detection technologies in Latin America. ## Founder Expertise Our team combines expertise in chemical engineering, biotechnology, biosensors, functional materials, electronics, IoT systems, software, data platforms, sustainability, and industrial innovation, led by a chemical engineer and electronics tech founder. ## External Support ON-NOVA has received mentorship, ecosystem visibility, startup guidance, and support through innovation networks, entrepreneurship initiatives, and scientific collaboration opportunities. ## Team Research, biotechnology development, biosensor engineering, functional materials design, IoT and embedded systems, software and data platform development, operations, finance, sustainability strategy, and business development. ## Founder Karen Sánchez # Proyecto emprendedor con impacto ambiental. · Food & Agriculture # Proyecto emprendedor con impacto ambiental. **Country:** 🇨🇴 Colombia · Manoguayabo **Category:** Food & Agriculture **CT Taxonomy:** CT-EN-010 — Biomass & Biogas **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy **Stage:** Prototype **Team Size:** 3.0 **Funded:** False --- ## Elevator Pitch The project involves planting 18,000 dwarf coconut trees of various varieties to market coconut water, oil, and sugar, and to use the waste—such as the inner husk as biomass and the outer husk as coconut coir for agriculture— ## Climate Problem The main issue my startup is addressing is global warming and an efficient circular economy. This is important because planting 18,000 dwarf coconut trees can reduce CO₂ emissions by 360,000 kg per year and create jobs in a rural community. ## Solution This is an environmental project that will drastically reduce environmental impact and is unique in that it makes use of the high-yielding plant and its byproducts; furthermore, the inner husk can be used as a clean energy source in boilers, and the outer husk as a compost substrate. ## Revenue Model Revenue will initially come from the sale of coconuts, and the second phase will involve a facility to extract coconut byproducts, with the inner husk sold as biomass and the outer husk as a compost substrate. ## Target Market Hotels, supermarkets, and wholesale businesses. ## Social Impact People Living in Extreme Poverty, Women ## Demand Evidence The number of companies involved in extracting its derivatives, as well as those seeking coconuts and ordinary people. ## Competitors Yes, Duey's chicken coops are being produced in greater numbers every year due to high demand. ## Founder Expertise I’m an industrial engineer, and I’ve been researching the coconut cultivation process and the different varieties of coconuts. This process is fascinating because even the inner and outer shells are put to good use—not to mention the environmental impact and job creation. ## External Support Right now, I'm in a meeting with Banco Agrícola to see how much they can lend me. ## Team Mariel is the lawyer who is incorporating the company. My father is the owner of the project, and I am the one who conceived it. ## Founder Gustavo Sanchez campusano # Proyecto emprendedor con impacto ambiental. · Clean Energy # Proyecto emprendedor con impacto ambiental. **Country:** 🇨🇴 Colombia · Bogota **Category:** Clean Energy **CT Taxonomy:** CT-EN-010 — Biomass & Biogas **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy **Stage:** Private Beta **Team Size:** 3.0 **Funded:** False --- ## Elevator Pitch The project involves planting 17,000 dwarf hybrid coconut trees with the aim of extracting coconut water, coconut sugar, and coconut oil, and using the inner and outer husks as biomass for companies that use boilers, thereby reducing their reliance on fossil fuels. ## Climate Problem The problem of global warming. ## Solution Planting 17,000 hybrid coconut trees helps reduce global warming and improves the quality of life for low-income people by creating jobs in the coconut industry. ## Revenue Model Selling coconut byproducts—and even the husks—to companies that use conventional fuels, so they can switch to coconut biomass. ## Target Market Dominican hotels and supermarkets, and in the second phase, the United States and Europe. ## Social Impact People Living in Extreme Poverty, Women ## Demand Evidence Because when it comes to coconuts, demand exceeds supply. ## Competitors Demand is so high that there are no competitors, only partners. ## Founder Expertise Research into the development of recyclable packaging with the aim of supporting the circular economy. ## External Support None ## Team Data analysis, technical knowledge of coconuts, their varieties, and diseases. ## Founder Gustavo adolfo Sanchez campusano # Cartagena Mangrove Heritage Program: STAGE II- after STAGE I- (2014-2019); Doctoral thesis, National University of Colombia; with two results Phase 1- Design of the TRIÁDA Environmental Gover # Cartagena Mangrove Heritage Program: STAGE II- after STAGE I- (2014-2019); Doctoral thesis, National University of Colombia; with two results Phase 1- Design of the TRIÁDA Environmental Governance Model, and Phase 2- Results in the Pilot Area. **Country:** 🇨🇴 Colombia · Cartagena de Indias **Category:** Clean Industry **CT Taxonomy:** CT-AF-006 — Marine & Coastal Ecosystems **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy, Nature-Based **Stage:** Prototype **Team Size:** 10.0 **Website:** https://planetaazulcaribe.github.io/ **Funded:** True (250000.0) --- ## Elevator Pitch It is the tour business, TRIÁDA MODEL, with aquatic electro-mobility from the energy transition, through mangroves, connecting "the Cartagena World Heritage Site", with the "Other Cartagena" and reaching "the Deep Cartagena". ## Climate Problem Respond to Climate Change, educating the communities around the Ciénaga de la Virgen, from adaptation, conserving the mangrove and mitigating global warming, restoring destroyed areas, capturing carbon and producing oxygen. ## Solution Teach about mangrove ecosystem services; converted into a conscious tourism offer; as a business between TRIÁDA actors (Communities, Professionals and Companies), without depending on the institutions and around the Social State of Law. ## Revenue Model Income is generated from five possibilities offered by this type of projects: 1) International Cooperation; 2) Calls; 3) Mandatory National Legal Standards and Agreements; and 4) Carbon and Biodiversity Credits; 5) The tourism business. ## Target Market Companies that have or want to have some relationship with the mangrove ecosystem areas of the city of Cartagena, taking part in their conservation and restoration, supporting their sustainable use, from the TRIÁDA Model, as protectors and benefactors. ## Social Impact People of African Descent, Migrants, People Living in Extreme Poverty, Women, LGBTQI+ People ## Demand Evidence In a world that is increasingly aware of the environmental reality we live in, every company needs to be competitive, developing sustainable activities within the company and towards processes with other actors in the territory, including its clients. ## Competitors Given the current environmental reality, we are all competitors in these types of processes; Therefore, we must change the perspective. From competitors we must become allies; Only by working together will changes for Sustainable Development be achieved. ## Founder Expertise The Environmental Governance Model, TRIÁDA: Phase I-; Three Lines of Action and Six Strategies, Phase II-, from (2014-2019), Completed for adjustments in each case; and three missing: Phase III- Implementation; Phase IV- Replication and Phase V- Scaling. ## External Support For the doctoral research work (2014-2019), it was with Swiss international cooperation (AVINA, VOLKART, and INTETEAM); (2025-2026), is being developed with German cooperation, BMZ, GESPA-FUPAC; New resources are required for (2027-2030). ## Team 3 professionals in Education, applying Pedagogical Strategies: waste management and Biodiversity; 3 strengthening Productivity, training traditional businesses and the new natural tourism business; and 3 the Social Team. 1 Team coordinator. ## Founder Luis Fernando Sánchez Rubio # ADN Sostenible · Air & Environment # ADN Sostenible **Country:** 🇨🇴 Colombia · Chía **Category:** Air & Environment **CT Taxonomy:** CT-XS-004 — ESG / Climate Risk & Disclosure **Impact Areas:** Adaptation **Stage:** Sketches **Team Size:** 4.0 **Website:** https://adn.redsimbiotic.com **Funded:** False --- ## Elevator Pitch ADN Sostenible transforms regenerative practices adopted by tourism companies into financeable assets for local governments, creating ESG intelligence infrastructure that connects green capital with the local economy. ## Climate Problem Local governments lack the data needed to measure the climate impact at the local level and access green financing. ADN provides ESG infrastructure that quantifies regenerative practices, enabling governments to compete for climate capital and meet their NDCs. ## Solution ADN is a regional intelligence platform that collects ESG data from tourism-related SMEs, generates dashboards for local governments, and transforms regenerative practices into assets eligible for green capital financing. ## Revenue Model Annual licenses for local governments (~$100,000 per region). Financial institutions, insurance companies, and climate funds pay for access to strategic information. A sustainability seal (digital asset) granted upon payment, which certifies small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). ## Target Market Latin American local governments (50,000–500,000 residents) in tourist destinations. Primary market: Colombia. Secondary markets: Peru, Mexico, Brazil, Costa Rica. Total Addressable Market (TAM): ~500 tourist municipalities in Latin America. ## Social Impact Indigenous Peoples, Persons Belonging to National or Ethnic - Religious and Linguistic Minorities, People Living in Extreme Poverty, Women ## Demand Evidence We have been gauging demand through partnerships with tourism organizations, chambers of commerce, banks, and beta testers who are currently helping to co-create the solution and are seeking verifiable sustainability and green financing tools. ## Competitors There is no direct territorial competition in Latin America. Indirect competition: ESG consulting firms (without financing), international SaaS platforms (not tailored to local governments). ADN is unique: territorial infrastructure + integrated financing. ## Founder Expertise Over 20 years of experience in design, brand strategy, and digital transformation. Training in HSEQ and internal auditing. I have founded sustainable B2B companies. Expertise in co-creation, impact storytelling, and institutional innovation ecosystems. ## External Support We have received mentoring through incubation programs. ## Team Paola (CEO): Sustainability, strategy. Jorge (COO): Product, storytelling, design, institutional ecosystems. Carolina (ESG/Public Affairs): Climate finance, governments, multilateral organizations. Daniel (Data Science): Evaluation, metrics. ## Founder Jorge Sandoval # NextGen Nutrition (Petfly) · Food & Agriculture # NextGen Nutrition (Petfly) **Country:** 🇨🇴 Colombia · Barranquilla **Category:** Food & Agriculture **CT Taxonomy:** CT-AF-012 — Bio-based Agricultural Inputs **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy **Stage:** Launched **Team Size:** 4.0 **Website:** https://petfly.co **Funded:** True (55000.0) --- ## Elevator Pitch NextGen Nutrition is a circular biotech turning food waste and insect proteins into low-carbon functional ingredients for animal nutrition. Through PetFly, we develop hypoallergenic, meat-free supplements for sensitive dogs. ## Climate Problem Pet food is a hidden climate bomb ready to explode. Dogs and cats consume ~25% of global meat and fish, depending heavily livestock, driving methane, deforestation, and water depletion. Meanwhile, LATAM wastes over 4 tons of food every second. ## Solution We transform revalorized food waste and insect proteins into functional, low-carbon pet nutrition. PetFly validates this through vet-grade supplements for sensitive dogs, while we use clinical data to improve formulations over time. ## Revenue Model We monetize through B2B2C, B2B and D2C channels, selling supplements through vets, retailers and direct sales at ~USD $70 per 12-pack. Next, we expand into ingredient cores and dry food for a x7 times higher LTV per pet. ## Target Market Our beachhead market is sensitive and allergic dogs, representing ~20% of all dogs. We target pet parents through vets and specialty retailers, while expanding B2B into functional ingredient cores for manufacturers. Goal: capture ~3% of this niche. ## Social Impact Women ## Demand Evidence We reached ~$3K monthly sales in under 5 months, entering 40+ veterinary clinics and specialty retailers across Colombia. Strong repurchase rates and growing LTV from sensitive-dog owners validate demand for functional, low-carbon pet nutrition. ## Competitors We are among the first companies commercializing circular pet nutrition in Colombia. Local players remain mostly in pilot stages; nearby references include Nibbi (Colombia) and Circular Pet (Chile), as well as indirect competitors: hypoallergenic supps. ## Founder Expertise Our team combines 28+ years across FMCG innovation, circular biotech, veterinary nutrition, microbiology, and climate-tech operations. We bring experience across Europe, North America, and LATAM, plus validation from Climate KIC, 40+ veterinary partners, ## External Support We secured $65K+ USD in non-dilutive funding through Climate KIC CATAL1.5°C (GCF, GIZ, Tec de Monterrey), Five One Labs, Fondo Emprender, Impact Hub and top startup competitions across Latin America. ## Team CEO: strategy, growth & partnerships. COO: operations & supply chain. Technical director: veterinary nutrition & formulations. Team support includes microbiology, clinical validation, data, retail expansion, and commercial execution. ## Founder Alfonso Serje # REPORTI · Efficiency # REPORTI **Country:** 🇨🇴 Colombia · SOACHA **Category:** Efficiency **CT Taxonomy:** CT-XS-004 — ESG / Climate Risk & Disclosure **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy **Stage:** Ideation **Team Size:** 2.0 **Funded:** False --- ## Elevator Pitch Reporti is an AI-powered SaaS solution designed to help green SMEs bridge the gap between finance and sustainability by turning data into ESG decisions. It will connect companies with experts and generate reports that support informed decision-making. ## Climate Problem Reporti addresses the lack of tools available to SMEs for integrating sustainability into their financial decisions. This limits climate action and access to green financing, hindering the transition toward more sustainable business models. ## Solution We hope that Reporti will use AI to analyze business data to generate ESG assessments and reports, while experts validate and guide decision-making. This will enable SMEs to implement real improvements and access green financing based on reliable information. ## Revenue Model Reporti will generate revenue through SaaS subscriptions for small and medium-sized businesses, commissions for connecting clients with sustainability experts—such as auditors—and premium analysis and support services for accessing green financing. ## Target Market SMEs interested in sustainability, along with sustainability experts and auditors, who seek to integrate financial and ESG criteria, improve their environmental management, and facilitate access to green financing. ## Social Impact Migrants, People Living in Extreme Poverty, Women ## Demand Evidence According to the IFRS Foundation, more than 70% of companies have not yet integrated financial and sustainability information under standards such as S1 and S2, highlighting a critical gap that limits strategic decision-making and access to green financing. ## Competitors Our main competitors are ESG software platforms that automate sustainability data and reporting, such as APLANET and solutions from firms like PwC or UL 360, although currently almost none of them focus on green SMEs in Colombia. ## Founder Expertise I am a certified public accountant specializing in management control, with over 13 years of experience in statutory auditing and financial consulting, helping small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) implement IFRS and integrate accounting, strategy, and sustainability—the foundation for developing Reporti. ## External Support Reporti received support from the CleantechHUB Colombia incubation program in 2024, strengthening its climate and business focus. In addition, it has benefited from guidance through the Emprende+ certificate program at Externado University to refine its business model. ## Team Oscar Vega, CEO of Reporti, leads the company’s vision and business strategy. Fabián Barón, manager of BA Consultores SAS (https://baconsultores.com.co/), serves as COO, bringing his expertise in IFRS, risk management, and operations to validate and launch the solution. ## Founder OSCAR VEGA # Green Textile Solutions · Air & Environment # Green Textile Solutions **Country:** 🇨🇴 Colombia · Medellin **Category:** Air & Environment **CT Taxonomy:** CT-WA-003 — Recycling & Materials Recovery **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy **Stage:** Launched **Team Size:** 15.0 **Website:** https://greentexsolutions.com/ **Funded:** False --- ## Elevator Pitch Green Textile Solutions is a Colombian environmental technology company that transforms textile and plastic waste into high-performance recycled resins, while supporting industry through collection, traceability, and sustainable circular solutions. ## Climate Problem We address the accumulation of textile and plastic waste that, when sent to landfills or incinerated, generates emissions and pollution. This matters because we turn that waste into circular raw material for industry. ## Solution We offer a circular solution that collects, sorts, and transforms textile and plastic waste into high-performance recycled resins with traceability, reinserting them as raw material for new industrial applications. ## Revenue Model We generate revenue through three streams: sales of 100% recycled rPET, circular economy services for textile collection, sorting, and transformation, and fees for collecting textile waste that we later use as industrial raw material. ## Target Market Our target market is B2B companies seeking to manage waste and replace virgin raw materials with traceable recycled resins for sectors such as packaging, construction, automotive, electrical, hygiene, textile, and furniture. ## Social Impact Migrants, People Living in Extreme Poverty, Women, LGBTQI+ People ## Demand Evidence There is demand because many companies have textile waste with no viable outlet and, in plastics, need to comply with sustainability regulations. Our solution helps them manage waste and turn it into value with traceability. ## Competitors We compete with mechanical PET recyclers, virgin PET suppliers, and importers of recycled resin. Yes, there are nearby players in Colombia, but we differentiate ourselves by processing complex textile waste and offering traceability. ## Founder Expertise We have more than 20 years of experience in circular economy, materials engineering, and industrial operations to transform waste into traceable and scalable solutions. ## External Support We have not received external support yet. ## Team To lead the company’s strategy, industrial and commercial operations; manage partnerships, clients, and financing; and ensure traceability, quality, supply, and the scaling of waste transformation into recycled resins. ## Founder Mauricio Velasquez # Green Textile Solutions · Air & Environment # Green Textile Solutions **Country:** 🇨🇴 Colombia · Medellin **Category:** Air & Environment **CT Taxonomy:** CT-WA-003 — Recycling & Materials Recovery **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy **Stage:** Launched **Team Size:** 15.0 **Website:** https://greentexsolutions.com/ **Funded:** False --- ## Elevator Pitch Green Textile Solutions is a Colombian environmental technology company that transforms textile and plastic waste into high-performance recycled resins, and supports the industry with collection, traceability, and sustainable circular solutions ## Climate Problem We address the accumulation of textile and plastic waste, which, when sent to landfills or incinerated, generates emissions and pollution. This is important because we turn it into circular raw materials for industry ## Solution We offer a circular solution that collects, sorts, and transforms textile and plastic waste into high-performance recycled resins—with full traceability—to be reused as raw materials in new industrial applications. ## Revenue Model We generate revenue in three ways: through the sale of 100% recycled rPET, circular economy services for the collection, sorting, and processing of textiles, and by charging for the collection of textile waste, which we then use as an industrial raw material. ## Target Market Our target market consists of B2B companies seeking to manage waste and replace virgin raw materials with traceable recycled resins for sectors such as packaging, construction, automotive, electrical, hygiene, textiles, and furniture. ## Social Impact Migrants, People Living in Extreme Poverty, Women, LGBTQI+ People ## Demand Evidence There is demand because many companies have textile waste with no viable disposal options, and when it comes to plastic, they need to comply with sustainability regulations. Our solution helps them manage waste and turn it into value with full traceability. ## Competitors We compete with mechanical PET recyclers, suppliers of virgin PET, and importers of recycled resin. Yes, there are similar companies in Colombia, but we stand out because we process complex textile waste and offer traceability. ## Founder Expertise We have over 20 years of experience in the circular economy, materials engineering, and industrial operations, enabling us to transform waste into traceable and scalable solutions. ## External Support We have not received any external support. ## Team Lead the company's strategic, industrial, and commercial operations; manage partnerships, clients, and financing; and ensure traceability, quality, supply, and scaling of the process of transforming waste into recycled resins ## Founder Mauricio Velasquez # Implementación de una Planta Comunitaria de Transformación de Residuos Plásticos en Madera Plástica (WPC) para el Fortalecimiento de la Economía Circular en Circasia – Quindío · Air & Environ # Implementación de una Planta Comunitaria de Transformación de Residuos Plásticos en Madera Plástica (WPC) para el Fortalecimiento de la Economía Circular en Circasia – Quindío **Country:** 🇨🇴 Colombia · Circasia **Category:** Air & Environment **CT Taxonomy:** CT-BU-001 — Sustainable Construction Materials **Impact Areas:** Circular Economy **Stage:** Prototype **Team Size:** 6.0 **Website:** https://www.facebook.com/ejeambientequindio/ **Funded:** False --- ## Elevator Pitch The Eje Ambiente Q. Association is launching a community-based plant in Circasia that converts plastic waste into WPC. We transform 36 tons of plastic annually into durable products, replacing natural wood and supporting professional recyclers. ## Climate Problem We address post-consumer plastic pollution and deforestation. In Colombia, much of the plastic ends up in landfills or the environment, generating GHG emissions and increasing the use of natural wood in the Coffee Cultural Landscape. It is key to ## Solution We operate a community-based facility in Circasia that transforms 36 tons of plastic waste (PET, HDPE, PP) into wood-plastic composite (WPC) each year. Through grinding, pelletizing, and extrusion, we produce planks, posts, and benches, thereby closing the local loop. ## Revenue Model We already generate revenue by selling recycled materials, but we could produce WPC products, planks, posts, etc., at $6,000–$10,000 COP per kilogram—far more than plastic as a raw material ($800–$1,500 per kilogram). We’ve shifted from selling raw materials to high-value-added goods. ## Target Market Municipalities in the Coffee Region for street furniture and parks; the agricultural sector for posts and fences; and construction companies and retailers seeking durable and sustainable materials in Quindío and neighboring municipalities. ## Social Impact Persons Belonging to National or Ethnic - Religious and Linguistic Minorities ## Demand Evidence There is demand because we are already recovering 3 tons of plastic per month, and the WPC market is growing in Colombia due to the need for alternatives to natural wood in construction and street furniture. The products are valued for their durability and eco-friendliness. ## Competitors The main competitors are Construplast Colombia, Layco, and Ecomaderas Plásticas (located in Bogotá, Medellín, and Valle). In Quindío, we are not aware of any direct competitors that operate small community-based facilities with an inclusive approach toward local waste pickers. ## Founder Expertise I bring to this role my background as a lawyer, a specialist, and a master’s degree holder in law, with a certificate in environmental law. I have helped establish other waste pickers’ associations, worked at the Chamber of Commerce, and have been supporting the Eje Ambiente Quindío Association for many years. ## External Support Legal support from the AVISPAS organization Super Servicios Domiciliarios, to be recognized as professional recycling service providers Circasia City Hall NGOs that assisted in drafting this project and are mentioned in the project ## Team At AVISPAS, where I serve as legal representative, we have spearheaded, supported, and formalized the establishment of the waste pickers’ association in order to launch the project (which has already been developed), obtain recognition as service providers, and organize recycling drives ## Founder Juan Guillermo Velásquez Valencia # BANK OF TIERRAS DE COLOMBIA · Air & Environment # BANK OF TIERRAS DE COLOMBIA **Country:** 🇨🇴 Colombia · MANIZALES **Category:** Air & Environment **CT Taxonomy:** CT-AF-005 — Community Reforestation / REDD+ **Impact Areas:** Nature-Based **Stage:** Ideation **Team Size:** 9.0 **Website:** https://bankoftierrasdecolombia.com **Funded:** False --- ## Elevator Pitch PLATFORM FOR ADOPTING SQUARE METERS OF LAND OR FRUIT, TIMBER, OR ORNAMENTAL TREES ## Climate Problem Deforestation in Colombia has increased by 21% in recent years, and by 31% worldwide. ## Solution BY USING OUR PLATFORM AND ADOPTING TREES THROUGH THE APP IN COLOMBIA AS AN EXAMPLE FOR THE WORLD, THE UN'S CLIMATE ACTION GOALS WILL BE ACHIEVED ## Revenue Model UPON PAYMENT OF THE ADOPTION AGREEMENT, WHICH INCLUDES: CHOICE OF PLANTING SITE, SELECTION OF THE SQUARE METERS OF LAND AND TREES TO BE PLANTED; PERIODIC REPORTS ## Target Market PEOPLE AND COMPANIES ## Social Impact Persons Belonging to National or Ethnic - Religious and Linguistic Minorities ## Demand Evidence THE GENERAL PUBLIC AND BUSINESSES: THE WORLD NEEDS COMPANIES LIKE THESE TO PREVENT THE DISASTERS OF CLIMATE CHANGE ## Competitors I DON'T KNOW ## Founder Expertise A COMPETENT TEAM OF PROFESSIONALS WITH EXPERIENCE IN UNDERSTANDING AND MANAGING BIODIVERSITY, MICRO-WATERSHEDS, PROJECTS WITH CIVIL SOCIETY, ETC. ## External Support NOT YET ## Team ADMINISTRATION, LAND MANAGEMENT, ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT, SOCIAL MANAGEMENT, AGRICULTURAL ACTIVITIES, GIS MANAGEMENT, AND LEGAL ISSUES A GEOLOGIST ## Founder JUAN CARLOS ZULUAGA