Aimed at encouraging startups in climate action technology, the competition, part of the preparations for COP28 in the UAE, is supported by partners including UNDP, USAID, Microsoft, and the World Bank Group.
The initiative targets startups capable of creating innovative solutions for climate change. The first edition saw participation from 422 startups from 66 countries. The competition emphasizes the importance of technological solutions in addressing climate challenges.
Three startups have qualified for the final stage: Powerstove from Nigeria, FreshSource from Egypt, and Kumulus from Tunisia, focusing on renewable energy, agricultural supply chain, and solar-powered clean water solutions.
The ClimaTech Run represents a collaborative effort to promote sustainable solutions for climate change, with significant global participation in its first edition.