Summary
The Climate Tech Fellowship 2026 is a six-month hybrid program funded by NYSERDA and hosted by the New York Climate Exchange. It is designed for engineers, researchers, and innovators working on early-stage climate technologies. The fellowship provides capital, commercialization training, 1:1 mentorship, and networking opportunities to help turn novel solutions into viable businesses.
Fellowship Overview
| Detail | Description |
| Program | Climate Technology Fellowship |
| Duration | 6 Months (September 2026 – February 2027) |
| Coverage | Fully Funded |
| Eligible Nationality | All Nationalities (Open Worldwide) |
| Award Country | United States |
| Application Deadline | August 1, 2026 |
Designation
- Fellow / Climate Tech Fellow
Focus & Research Areas
The program focuses on critical themes at the intersection of energy and urban resilience, specifically:
- End-use Energy Innovation
- Power Generation and Energy Storage
- Grid Modernization
- Natural Carbon Solutions
- Urban Climate Resilience Technologies
- Cross-disciplinary climate innovations
Location
- Hybrid: Virtual programming combined with an in-person component during Climate Week in New York City, USA.
Eligibility & Qualification
- Open to engineers, entrepreneurs, researchers, or inventors worldwide.
- Applicants must be developing an early-stage climate technology.
- Must have an early commercialization initiative, pilot, or prototype.
- Must demonstrate a strong interest in bringing their innovation to market.
- No company registration or university affiliation is required.
Job Description / Program Expectations
Selected fellows will participate in a six-month curriculum requiring a few hours of dedication each week. The program timeline includes:
- September 2026: Onboarding and mandatory in-person participation at Climate Week NYC.
- October 2026 – January 2027: Virtual Go-to-Market courses and one-on-one mentor sessions.
- February 2027: Final virtual exhibition and program conclusion.
Benefits Provided:
- $10,000 in non-dilutive funding per team.
- Fully supported travel and lodging for one team member to attend Climate Week NYC.
- Access to The Exchange’s worldwide partner ecosystem and investor network.
How to Apply
- Applications must be submitted online via the official application platform on The New York Climate Exchange website.
- There is no application fee.
- Applications are evaluated on a rolling basis, so early submission is highly advised.
Last Date for Apply
- August 1, 2026
