Jordanian startups and entrepreneurs are invited to join the ClimateTech Open Innovation Bootcamp, an intensive program designed to transform climate risks into scalable, profitable business opportunities.
At a Glance
- Opportunity Type: Bootcamp & Grant Program
- For: Jordan-based startups, innovators, and early-stage projects
- Key Benefits: JOD 100,000 total grant fund (for two teams), mentorship, and HTU lab access
- Application Deadline: April 18, 2026
- Location: Amman, Jordan (Al Hussein Technical University)
Bootcamp Overview
The ClimateTech Open Innovation Bootcamp is a core component of the “Tabeea” project, supported by Mercy Corps and THE CORE@HTU. The program aims to address Jordan’s critical climate challenges—specifically rising temperatures and flash floods—by supporting the development of sustainable, profit-driven solutions. Participants will undergo rigorous training to build business models focused on Climate Change Adaptation (CCA) and Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR), moving from concept to investment-ready prototypes.
Key Benefits
- Equity-Free Funding: A total grant pool of JOD 100,000 will be awarded to two winning teams based on their specific needs and growth potential.
- Technical Support: Direct, hands-on assistance to build and test prototypes.
- Innovation Sandbox: Exclusive access to the Al Hussein Technical University (HTU) Innovation Lab for testing solutions in real-world environments.
- Expert Mentorship: One-on-one sessions with industry veterans in climate science, engineering, and market strategy.
- Investor Exposure: Pitch training and a platform to present at the National Conference for Climate Smart Innovations in front of investors and donors.
Eligibility Criteria
- Location: Must be based in Jordan (includes registered startups and individual innovators).
- Focus: Solutions must address one of the two main tracks: Heatwaves (e.g., energy costs, cooling for vulnerable groups) or Flash Floods (e.g., early warning systems, water harvesting, infrastructure protection).
- Business Model: Solutions must be profit-driven with clear potential for market scalability.
- Sectors: Open to various fields including Fintech, Insurtech, Agrotech, Renewable Energy, IoT, and Smart Infrastructure.
How to Apply
Eligible candidates must choose a specific sub-challenge within the Heatwave or Flash Flood tracks and submit their application through the official form.
- Deadline: April 18, 2026
- Application Link: Apply via Google Forms
About THE CORE@HTU & Mercy Corps
THE CORE is the entrepreneurship excellence center at Al Hussein Technical University (HTU) in Jordan, focused on bridging the gap between academia and industry. Mercy Corps is a global non-governmental organization that partners with local communities to transform lives and build more resilient environments in the face of climate change.
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