For Startups
Uptake Alliance is where frontier climate ventures rise and shine.
Venture Development Program
Our venture development program helps market-ready startups land commercial agreements, grow revenue, build all-star teams, and secure funding. Uptake’s community of entrepreneurs, corporates, and investors will have your back as we create the market conditions for your venture to thrive.
Tailored Programs
We meet ventures where they are with a customized approach to coaching and content delivery that addresses startups’ unique needs.
Commercial Deals
We connect startups with strategic partners to facilitate win-win-win commercial deals and drive market adoption for climate impact.
Holistic Funding
Our holistic approach to funding helps ventures secure the optimal mix of non-dilutive funding and investor capital to scale on their own terms.
Lasting Community
We create the conditions for a thriving community by providing ongoing support, thought leadership, and network access long after program conclusion.
Who qualifies?
Climatetech Startups
Uptake supports climate technology startups and solutions that address unmet market needs across multiple sectors, including Grid, Transportation, Buildings, and Industry
Market-Ready Ventures
Uptake’s program is best suited for companies within a year of revenue or already in the market with a commercial product
Global Climate Impact
Rooted in New York State, our global venture development program is open to startups based anywhere in the world that create positive climate impact
Meet your mentors
Our mentors are not just leaders in their fields; they are passionate about sharing their knowledge, experiences, and insights to help you navigate your business with confidence.