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Sting is calling on climate and energy entrepreneurs who are still in the early stages of developing their idea. Test Drive Climate & Energy is a free six-week pre-accelerator starting 14 April in Stockholm, designed for teams that are just getting started — and want expert guidance to validate, refine and pitch their concept. Co-funded by the Swedish Energy Agency and the EU, this programme gives you the tools and community to turn your whiteboard idea into something real.
What is Sting looking for?
The programme is open to all teams with a scalable, early-stage idea focused on climate or energy — from renewable energy and energy efficiency to circular solutions and climate tech. The programme consists of three evening workshops and a final pitch session, run by Sting coaches with expertise in climate and energy. Between sessions, participants work on assignments to bring to the workshops. A confidentiality agreement is signed at kick-off. Full details are available on the official Sting website.
Who is this for?
Teams with a concept-stage climate or energy idea — individuals or teams of two to three people (mixed-gender teams preferred). No product or company is required. All sessions are in-person at A House Ark in Stockholm, so participants should be able to attend on-site.
What's in it for you?
- Three immersive evening workshops plus a final pitch event (April 14, April 28, May 12 and May 26)
- Coaching from Sting's climate and energy specialists
- Personalised 1:1 guidance tailored to your concept
- Peer collaboration in a cohort of 10–15 teams
- Access to the Sting climate and energy investor and expert network
- Fully free — no cost, no equity
- Co-funded by EU/ERDF and the Swedish Energy Agency