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Environmental degradation and the accelerating climate crisis remain the most formidable challenges of our time, impacting ecosystems, global economies, and human security. Following the success of the 2025 edition at COP30 in Brazil, the International Telecommunication Union (ITU), in collaboration with its global partners, is proud to announce the 2026 AI for Climate Innovation Factory.
The 2026 edition scales our ambition further, seeking to identify and accelerate the next generation of AI-driven breakthroughs that move beyond theory into measurable climate action. This initiative focuses on scalable, impactful, and inclusive projects that align with the targets of the Paris Agreement and the UN Sustainable Development Goals. The winner will be announced at COP31 in 2026, serving as a global stage for startups to demonstrate how technology can safeguard our planet’s future.
Are You the Next Global Innovator?
The 2026 Innovation Factory is a global startup competition and acceleration program designed to identify and scale high-impact AI solutions. We are searching for startups that leverage AI to address the most pressing environmental challenges of our time.
Benefits for Startups
The Winner of the session receives:
- AI for Good Innovation Factory Grand Finale ticket at the AI for Good Global Summit 2027
- Speaker Pass to attend the AI for Good Global Summit 2027
- Startup pod at the AI for Good Global Summit 2027
- Pitching opportunity in the Frontier Stage at the AI for Good Global Summit 2027
- Exclusive access to the AI for Good Innovation Factory Startup Accelerator Programme 2027
- Featured startup in the Innovation Factory Exhibition on the AI for Good Neural Network
- Exclusive access to AI for Good Innovation Factory Alumni Network
- Exclusive follow-up mentoring from judges after the session
- Networking opportunities with the UN, VCs, and international business partners.
WHAT IS AI FOR GOOD INNOVATION FACTORY?
The AI for Good Innovation Factory is the leading UN-based startup pitching and acceleration platform, helping startups grow and scale their AI-powered solutions to address global challenges. Organized by the International Telecommunication Union, it offers global pitching opportunities, funding connections, expert mentorship, exclusive networking, and media exposure. Monthly pitching sessions highlight startups across regions and sectors, leading to the AI for Good Innovation Factory Grand Finale at the AI for Good Global Summit, where finalists pitch to investors for funding and partnerships.
Learn more about the AI for Good Innovation Factory throughout 2026-2027, leading up to the Grand Finale in Geneva during the AI for Good Global Summit 2027.
