Fall Climate Accelerator Cohort Announced
Village Capital has announced its latest climate accelerator cohort, selecting 10 startups focused on climate tech solutions, with a program duration of four months. This initiative, in partnership with World Education Services, targets communities of color, with 50% of founders being women, 80% BIPOC, and 70% migrants. This 12-week program includes six startups, with four of them based in Nebraska.
Village Capital has announced the members of its latest climate accelerator cohort. A total of 10 startups have been selected for this program, which focuses on innovative climate technology solutions. This initiative is undertaken in partnership with World Education Services and is specifically aimed at benefiting communities of color.
Program Structure and Goals
The climate accelerator program spans four months and includes a combination of virtual and in-person workshops. During this period, participants will work on crafting milestone achievement plans to guide their development. The program is designed to provide early-stage companies with the necessary resources and knowledge to advance their climate justice-focused initiatives.
Notably, the cohort is characterized by significant diversity among its founders. Half of the selected founders are women, 80% identify as Black, Indigenous, or People of Color (BIPOC), and 70% are migrants. This diversity aligns with the program's objectives to support underrepresented groups in the entrepreneurial landscape.
Selection Process and Diversity
Over 50 startups applied to join the accelerator, with applications coming from 19 different states. The selected startups have been chosen based on their focus on climate justice and their potential for impact. The cohort consists of early-stage companies that will benefit from access to mentorship, workshops, and consultations throughout the 12-week program.
NMotion Accelerator's Fall 2025 Cohort
In a related development, NMotion Accelerator, powered by gener8tor in Nebraska, has also announced its Fall 2025 cohort. This 12-week program includes six startups, with four of them based in Nebraska. The cohort also features companies from Minnesota and Tennessee, highlighting a regional diversity in participation.
NMotion typically runs two cohorts each year, with the next one planned for Fall 2026. Participants in the current cohort will receive coaching and networking opportunities to bolster their company-building knowledge. Among the cohort members are Borrow Luxury, a rental platform for high-end fashion, and Merchcast, which manages merchandise for musicians.
Innovative Startups in the Spotlight
The NMotion cohort also includes STUs, known for its premium cocktail concentrates, and The Pennycress Company, an agricultural bioengineering startup. Total Analysis, a biosurveillance technology firm, and ViaSight, a mobile analytics platform utilizing artificial intelligence, complete the list of participating companies. These startups are poised to make significant strides in their respective fields, benefiting from the resources and support provided by the accelerator program.
"The Fall Climate Accelerator and NMotion's Fall 2025 cohort represent significant opportunities for startups to advance their innovative solutions in climate tech and other sectors, with a strong emphasis on diversity and inclusion."
Overall, the announcement of these cohorts highlights ongoing efforts to foster innovation and support diverse entrepreneurs in addressing critical issues such as climate change and technological advancement.