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Launched in April 2025, EarthScale is a national programme supporting IP-rich climate tech startups and spinouts across the UK to scale.

A unique powerhouse network of university-led regional hubs for climate innovation, EarthScale will bring together local corporations, investors, innovators, public sector actors, and agencies to catalyse collaboration and unlock new opportunities. Over the next three years, EarthScale will support 60+ ventures, helping them bridge the gap from prototype to scalable production, and develop from initial funding to commercial deployment.

Who can apply?

Geography:	Registered and operating in the UK.
Climate Impact:	Classified as in the LCEGS (Low Carbon Environmental Goods and Services) sector. Developing a product or service that significantly reduces or removes greenhouse gas emissions, or operates in a sector that plays a vital role in climate change mitigation or adaptation.
Deep Tech:	Solutions that are deep tech hardware or hybrid. Software solutions linked to manufacturing hardware are preferred.
TRL:	Solution being at Technology Readiness Levels 5 or 6 i.e. Technology validated or demonstrated in a relevant environment.
Stage of Investment:	Seed investment or equivalent raised.
MRL:	Demonstrated market and commercial readiness (Level 6), including a commercial model showing economic viability (data from test sales), and first commercial sales and implemented sales process (evidence of initial traction).

What support is available?

Every venture accepted into the programme receives a bespoke venture diagnostic, to help understand your specific needs and deliver the right support to help you scale successfully, whilst accessing:

World-class technical and manufacturing and facilities - Gain access to cutting-edge facilities, labs, and technical expertise across the UK, including from participating universities.
Expert enterprise development - Benefit from unparalleled scaling support, including long-term vision, your scaling roadmap, and fundraising. Build connections with investors and commercial partners.
Talent and peer engagement - Receive support in developing company culture, attract the right talent, and learning from fellow founders in the network.
Policy and regulation navigation - Engage with high-level policy makers, as well as expert guidance on certifications, procurement, and regulatory hurdles.

The tailored support will include the addition of workshops, roundtables, and events, delivered in a mixture of online, in-person, and hybrid formats to ensure broad participation and meaningful connections across the UK.

By the end of the 12-month journey, our goal is for each venture to have advanced significantly in their technical, manufacturing, and commercial readiness – putting you in a strong position to raise Series A investment.

For more information and support regarding the application, please email emailearthscale@derby.ac.uk

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