Welcome to the Climate KIC Headquarters
The ClimateLaunchpad Netherlands National Programme is delivered by Climate KIC from our headquarters at the Artis Bibliotheek in Amsterdam. As part of the world’s largest green business ideas competition, we’re proud to support early-stage climate innovators across the Netherlands to turn bold ideas into impactful ventures.
After a successful 2025 edition, where Dutch founders showcased their climate solutions on the national stage and at the Global Grand Final in Vienna, Austria, we’re thrilled to run the programme again in 2026 and once again elevate Dutch talent.
This year, we’re especially excited to see one of our participants earn the opportunity to represent the Netherlands in Singapore at the ClimateLaunchpad Global Grand Final this October.
About the Dutch Programme
ClimateLaunchpad Netherlands is delivered as a hybrid programme, combining the energy of in-person collaboration with the flexibility of online support.
The structure includes:
- 🚀 2-day In-Person Boot Camp (Amsterdam)
An intensive, hands-on training experience where participants refine their value proposition, business model, and climate impact.
📍 Location: Climate KIC offices, Artis Bibliotheek, Plantage Middenlaan 45, 1018 DC Amsterdam - 💻 Online Follow-Up Coaching & Pitch Practice
Tailored virtual coaching sessions to strengthen business fundamentals, sharpen storytelling, and prepare teams for competition. Participants receive structured feedback and dedicated pitching practice in an interactive online setting. - 🏆 In-Person National Final (Amsterdam)
A live pitching event where teams present in front of an expert jury and ecosystem stakeholders for the chance to represent the Netherlands at the Global Grand Final in Singapore.
📍 Location: Climate KIC offices, Artis Bibliotheek, Plantage Middenlaan 45, 1018 DC Amsterdam
All in-person events take place at our headquarters in Amsterdam, creating a focused, collaborative environment for climate innovators to connect and grow.
Should I apply for ClimateLaunchpad in the Netherlands?
Absolutely. We are building an inclusive, welcoming community of people who care about climate solutions, so don’t worry about your experience level, or if your idea is very new or early stage.
You don’t need a finished business plan. You don’t need investment. You don’t need to call yourself an entrepreneur (yet).
What you do need is an idea and the curiosity and motivation to explore it.
We’re here to support you in turning that early-stage concept into something real. Through hands-on training, supportive coaching, and peer collaboration, you’ll develop your idea step by step in an environment where participants lift each other up and grow together. If you’re passionate about climate solutions and ready to take a first step, we would love to see you apply.