Evergreen Climate Innovations

Evergreen Climate Innovations is a non-profit organization focused on advancing climate technology in the Greater Midwest region of the United States. They provide seed investments and hands-on support to startups developing impactful climate technologies, helping them navigate the early stages of growth. They cultivate a thriving ecosystem of investors, corporate partners, donors, and collaborators to expand access to innovation and foster economic development in the region.

Evergreen's mission is driven by their unique 501vc® Investment Fund, a revolving evergreen fund that leverages philanthropic contributions to provide ongoing capital for early-stage startups. They are committed to supporting underrepresented entrepreneurs and have a portfolio of companies that demonstrate their commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in climate tech. Their goal is to address the capital gap in early-stage climate tech, promote sustainable solutions to the climate emergency, and foster a more equitable and inclusive innovation ecosystem.

Evergreen Climate Innovations is a non-profit organization dedicated to catalyzing climate innovation and expanding access to these innovations across the Greater Midwest. They achieve this by supporting early-stage climate technology startups with seed investments, hands-on support, and connections to funding, demo opportunities, customers, and investors. Evergreen’s mission is to foster economic development, create jobs, and provide solutions for the climate emergency by bridging the capital gap that exists for these companies.

Evergreen Climate Innovations fosters a collaborative and mission-driven culture where innovation and entrepreneurship are valued. They prioritize supporting underrepresented entrepreneurs and fostering a thriving climate tech ecosystem in the Greater Midwest. With a focus on making a positive impact on the environment, the company promotes a culture of teamwork, hands-on support, and dedication to tackling the climate emergency through innovative solutions.

Evergreen Climate Innovations is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. This commitment is evident in their portfolio, which consists of 60% female and minority-led startups. They have implemented a variety of programs to support underrepresented entrepreneurs, including the U.S. Bank Foundation CleanTech Inclusion Award and the Nicor Gas Multicultural Innovator Award. Their Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion programming aims to create a more just and equitable climate tech ecosystem, recognizing that underrepresented communities are often disproportionately affected by climate change and uniquely positioned to drive climate solutions.