Sting Climate Race
Supercharge Your Fundraise in 8 Weeks
Fast-track your investor readiness with a focused sprint designed to help you secure your next round — faster and smarter.
Pitch to 100+ Investors at Our Climate Meetup
Get on stage and present your startup to a curated audience of climate-focused investors from Sting’s extensive network.
Hybrid Format. International Reach. Expert Support.
Join from EU and get hands-on coaching from Europe’s top climate tech experts — online and in-person at Sting.
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Are you one of the chosen few?
The Sting Climate Race is your chance to fast-track your climate tech startup in a world that urgently needs solutions. Compete for one of 12 seats and gain access to our network and unique Peer-to-Peer learning.
Apply in time for the next 2026 Cohort
Seats are limited—don’t miss your chance to be part of the exclusive in-person Climate Investor Mingle. Put your startup on the path to investment success. For more info about the next Sting Race program, keep an eye on our website and LinkedIn for updates. You can also send in an general application to show your interest in the next Sting Race!
What You Get:
- Investor Readiness Assessment and Personalised Action Plan
Identify what is missing, what's working, and get a clear plan to get funding ready. - 1-on-1 Coaching from Seasoned Climate Tech Experts
Get hands-on support from experts who know what it takes to scale climate & energy startups. - Pitch Training with Sting’s Top Pitch Coaches
Refine your story, sharpen your delivery, and learn how to speak to what investors care about. - Full Review of Your Investor Materials
Get detailed feedback on your pitch deck, one-pager, and financial model. - Weekly Investor Readiness Workshops
Join focused workshops covering everything from deal terms to valuation and more. - Access to Sting's Digital Toolbox
Dive into on-demand resources: templates, recorded sessions, how-to guides and more. - Peer Learning with Other Founders
Exchange insights, lessons, and support through our tight-knit founder community.
Hard facts
Length: 8 weeks
Bootcamp kick off: Date to be confirmed for 2026
Workshops weekly
Investor Mingle (tied to Tech Arena): Date to be confirmed for 2026
For who? Raising pre-seed or seed rounds within the next 12 months. We also accept companies from the EU.
Expected time commitment: 4-6 hours / week
Success fee: Free to join – ownership stake only when you raise within 12 months.
Startups per cohort: 12
Application Deadline: Date to be confirmed in 2026
This program is not running at the moment, but if you want, you can show your interest by sending in a general application.
What’s at Stake:
- Exclusive invite to a curated Climate Investor Mingle
- Indivudial coaching from Europe’s top climate tech coaches
- Investor exposure and strategic feedback on your pitch and financials
- Potential fast-track to Sting's Core program
- Possible 600,000 SEK investment from Propel Capital
- Lifetime Sting support
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Who Are You?:
✅ Significant climate impact / CPP (Climate Performance Potential).
✅ A Swedish company with a Swedish organization number – anywhere in Sweden.
✅ Raising pre-seed or seed rounds within the next 12 months.
✅ At least two founders (preferably mixed), fully committed and ideally working full-time.
✅ Must have an Investor Pitch Deck (draft mode accepted).
✅ Located in Sweden or in the EU.