Are you developing a solution that can contribute to a greener and more sustainable future?

Apply to the GreenUp Accelerator and accelerate your growth with support from mentors, investors, and industry experts.

GreenUp Accelerator supports a new generation of startups driving the green, climate, and energy transition through innovation. The program backs solutions that apply Green Chemistry principles and green technologies, aiming to reduce pollution, improve energy efficiency, and protect the environment. The goal is to empower early-stage startups developing sustainable solutions for a cleaner and healthier future.

This 12-week program includes:

  • Mentorship
  • Educational content
  • Financial support for early-stage solutions
  • The opportunity to present to clients and investors at Demo Day

Who Can Apply?

  • Teams (not yet incorporated startups) or registered companies (LLCs) not older than 6 years at the time of the application submission.
  • Early-stage startups (TRL 1–4) with an idea, Proof of Concept, pre-MVP, or MVP, as well as more mature startups (up to TRL 9)

Technology-driven solutions focused on the following areas:

🧪 Green Chemistry

🟢 Green Technologies

🧪 Sustainable Materials

⚡ Climate Tech

🌱 Sustainable Agriculture

♻️ Circular Economy

🔋 Energy Efficiency

📊 ESG & Digital Sustainability

🚗 Sustainable Mobility

🏗️ Green Construction

🏭 Industrial Decarbonization

GreenUp Participant Categories

After evaluation by the Selection Committee, up to 15 selected startups will be placed into two categories:

  • GreenUp Starters – Early-stage teams or startups (PoC, pre-MVP, MVP) eligible for grant funding and full program support
  • GreenUp Scalers – More mature startups with market-ready solutions—receive mentorship, networking opportunities, and visibility (no grant funding)

Value for Participants

All participants will receive:

  • Mentorship
  • Thematic workshops (green tech, sales, go-to-market strategy, marketing, environmental regulation)
  • Access to a network of experts and potential investors
  • Preparation and pitching opportunity at Demo Day in front of investors

Program Duration

September- November 2025

For more information about the program and application criteria, please consult the Program Manual on this LINK.

Applications are now open!

Fill out the online application form and secure your spot in the first GreenUp Accelerator cohort.

Deadline: July 15, 2025 (by midnight)

Application form available at this LINK.

NOTE: An information day about this initiative will be held on June 10, 2025, at the premises of the Chamber of Commerce of Serbia. Please keep an eye out for announcements — or send us your email address to express your interest at: accelerator@greenup.rs.

GreenUp Accelerator is jointly delivered by two initiatives:

Center for Cleaner Production, Faculty of Technology and Metallurgy, University of Belgrade – part of the UNIDO/GEF Global Green Chemistry Innovation Program led by Yale University (USA)

GreenUp Hub – A project implemented by GIZ in partnership with ICT Hub, as part of the German-Serbian Development Cooperation.

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