Nurturing start-ups in the sustainability space
SPJIMR EarthLab accelerator nurtures start-ups in the sustainability space, with a focus on sectors such as agriculture, climate, education, social development, healthcare, and financial inclusion. We aim to collaborate with start-ups leveraging technology to address real-world problems in these areas. With over 30 years of experience in the social impact space, SPJIMR leverages its extensive network of CXO mentors, investors, and large corporates to facilitate collaboration, mentorship, and partnerships for innovative start-ups focused on sustainability.
Key highlights
SPJIMR EarthLab accelerator is a highly selective, intensive 4-month programme tailored for start-ups in the seed to series A stage. It brings together top experts, seasoned entrepreneurs, investors, and large corporations to offer high-quality mentoring, business opportunities, and infrastructure support for selected start-ups.
Programme features
Networking
Extensive networking opportunities are integrated into the four-month programme, including webinars, workshops, masterclasses, round table mixers and demo days. These events facilitate connections among start-up founders, industry experts, investors, and corporations.
Structured curriculum
A well-structured curriculum featuring workshops and sessions that provide deep insights into product market fit, customer segmentation, strategy, growth, financing, and leadership.
Corporate connect
Start-ups will have the opportunity to present their business ideas to leading corporations for partnerships, pilots, and strategic investments. Our partner institutions include large corporations such as Tata Chemical, Syngenta Foundation and more.
Demo days
A platform for participants to pitch for funding to a network of over 25+ investors, which include leading venture capital firms, angel networks and impact investors dedicated to sustainable innovation.
Infrastructure support
Support infrastructure and technology credits from major tech companies like Google Cloud, AWS, Microsoft, and more.
Equity-free and cost-free
The SPJIMR EarthLab Accelerator is completely equity-free and cost-free, ensuring that the startups receive support without giving up equity or incurring costs.
Mentoring
Personalised and focused mentoring from a panel of industry CXOs, experienced entrepreneurs, investors, and subject matter experts.
Duration 
Fees 