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What is EarthScale?
EarthScale is a national programme supporting IP-rich climate tech startups and spinouts across the UK to scale. We help them bridge the gap from prototype to scalable production, and develop from initial funding to commercial deployment.
A unique powerhouse network of university-led regional hubs for climate innovation, EarthScale brings together local corporations, investors, innovators, public sector actors and agencies to catalyse collaboration and unlock new opportunities across the UK.
What’s in it for you?
The programme
Tailored support to scale your climate tech startup.
We know one size doesn’t fit all. That’s why every venture accepted into the programme receives a bespoke venture diagnostic, so we can understand your specific needs across four pillars and deliver the right support to help you scale successfully.
Who can apply?
Climate impact:
Classified as in the LCEGS (Low Carbon Environmental Goods and Services) sector. A product or service that significantly reduces or removes greenhouse gas emissions or operates in a sector vital to climate change mitigation or adaptation.
Location:
Registered and operating in the UK.
Deep tech:
Hardware or hybrid solutions. Software will be considered when linked to manufacturing hardware.
TRL:
Demonstrated market and commercial readiness (Level 6), including a commercial model showing economic viability (data from test sales), and first commercial sales and implemented sales process (evidence of initial traction).
Market readiness:
Classified as in the LCEGS (Low Carbon Environmental Goods and Services) sector. A product or service that significantly reduces or removes greenhouse gas emissions or operates in a sector vital to climate change mitigation or adaptation.
Stage of investment:
Seed investment raised (approximately or over £500,000). Aiming to raise Series A within 12 months.
Commitment:
Ready to scale up your solution and dedicate a minimum of 2 days/month to the programme.
We recognise the positive value of diversity in innovation and society. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, particularly those who are traditionally underrepresented in climate tech, including women, people from minority ethnic backgrounds, people with disabilities, neurodiverse individuals, and members of the LGBTQI+ community.
Applications can come from any university (or none at all) and have any educational or professional background.
You are not required to meet all criteria to apply, as some requirements are flexible.
The leap from Seed to Series A is challenging, with so much to prove, from technical feasibility to traction. It is exciting to see this incredible network forming, utilising deep expertise from across the UK to support startups as they prepare to scale, which is so important for genuinely addressing the climate crisis. The pain points EarthScale plans to address are all ones which [co-founder] Rodrigo and I encountered on our journey to our $25m Series A for Notpla.
Pierre Paslier, Co-Founder of Notpla
Image: Notpla
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How can I apply?
Applications for cohort 1 are now closed. Applications for cohort 2 will open in Spring 2026.
In the meantime, visit our Cohort 1 Guidance and FAQs to learn more about how to make your application as strong as possible. Please note that some of this information is likely to change for Cohort 2.
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