The 2026 call for applications for Tech4Regen is officially open, inviting innovative startups to join a structured path toward scaling regenerative technologies. Hosted by the EPFL Innovation Park, this initiative seeks to empower purpose-driven ventures that aim to restore ecological balance and advance circular economic models.
Program Mission and Structure
- Tech4Regen operates as a specialized 8-month acceleration program designed to address critical breaches in planetary boundaries that threaten the global economy.
- The initiative identifies disruptive startups and provides the necessary framework for large-scale solution deployment through industrialization coaching.
- The program is entirely equity-free, allowing founders to retain full ownership of their ventures while benefiting from high-level institutional and technical support.
- The curriculum fosters cross-sector collaboration between scientific, financial, and business sectors to facilitate a smooth transition to a regenerative economy.
Core Participant Benefits and Support
- Industrialization and Business Guidance: Startups receive expert advice on conducting pilot tests, securing market access, and optimizing manufacturing and operations.
- Structured Mentorship: Participating founders engage in 12 in-person, hands-on workshops specifically adapted to resolve the unique challenges of each startup.
- Like-minded Networking: The program connects entrepreneurs with a vibrant ecosystem of corporate partners, subject matter experts, and investors committed to circularity.
- Funding Strategy: Participants receive guidance on navigating funding landscapes and preparing their ventures for institutional investment.
Global Exposure and Visibility
- Exclusive Showcasing: Startups are given opportunities to present their innovations at exclusive events and roadshows to connect with potential customers and partners.
- Media and Communication: Ventures benefit from the program’s established communication channels to amplify their mission and technological breakthroughs.
- International Connectivity: The program leverages international partnerships to enable the global deployment of regenerative solutions.
Organizing and Strategic Partners
- The program is spearheaded and hosted by the EPFL Innovation Park.
- Strategic support is provided by the Fondation Valery and Edmond de Rothschild.
- Public sector backing includes the Canton of Vaud through the Service for the Promotion of the Economy and Innovation (SPEI).
- Industry and academic collaboration is further supported by Logitech and the EPFL (École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne).
Tech4Regen represents a significant opportunity for startups at the intersection of technology and sustainability to refine their business models and achieve industrial-scale impact. Entrepreneurs developing solutions for a regenerative future are encouraged to review the application requirements and join this specialized ecosystem.