Hands-On Acceleration Program for Forest & Biodiversity Solutions
Hands-On Acceleration Program for Forest & Biodiversity Solutions
We work with the best founders globally to accelerate nature,
biodiversity and food forest ventures.
We work with the best founders globally to accelerate nature, biodiversity and food forest ventures.
A tailored program to boost your startup to the next level
1on1 Coaching
1on1 Coaching
1on1 Coaching
Each team has a dedicated coach that helps to prioritize, validate the riskiest assumptions and generate crucial insights. Each team will also get in touch with domain experts and mentors.
Each team has a dedicated coach that helps to prioritize, validate the riskiest assumptions and generate crucial insights. Each team will also get in touch with domain experts and mentors.
Each team has a dedicated coach that helps to prioritize, validate the riskiest assumptions and generate crucial insights. Each team will also get in touch with domain experts and mentors.
Network Access
Network Access
Network Access
Brainforest is active in the field of forests and biodiversity for many years. Our network is composed of NGOs, unicorn founders and leading multinationals.
Brainforest is active in the field of forests and biodiversity for many years. Our network is composed of NGOs, unicorn founders and leading multinationals.
Brainforest is active in the field of forests and biodiversity for many years. Our network is composed of NGOs, unicorn founders and leading multinationals.
Financial Support
Financial Support
Financial Support
The selected team(s) at the end of the program will receive financial support of $125k along with additional valued services of up to $50k for a 10% equity stake in your company.
The selected team(s) at the end of the program will receive financial support of $125k along with additional valued services of up to $50k for a 10% equity stake in your company.
The selected team(s) at the end of the program will receive financial support of $125k along with additional valued services of up to $50k for a 10% equity stake in your company.
Our focus areas in the field of Nature, Forests and Biodiversity
Our Venture Program's Key Focus Areas
Our Venture Program's Key Focus Areas
We generally are interested in all initiatives that have a positive impact on nature and biodiversity and are related to forests.
We’re particularly interested in startups in one of the following focus areas:
We support all types of initiatives that positively impact nature, biodiversity, and food forests. We’re particularly interested in the following areas:
We support all types of initiatives that positively impact nature, biodiversity, and food forests. We’re particularly interested in the following areas:
AI for Biodiversity
AI offers transformative potential for climate action by enhancing data analysis, predictive modeling, and resource optimization.
Soil Regeneration
Soil regeneration holds transformative potential for environmental sustainability and economic growth. By investing in regenerative practices, we enhance soil health, increase biodiversity, sequester carbon, and improve agricultural productivity.
Coastal Ecosystems
Coastal ecosystems, particularly mangroves, play a crucial role in climate mitigation, biodiversity conservation, and community resilience. Mangroves offer a high return on investment by providing natural protection against extreme weather, sequestering carbon, and supporting local economies.
Web3
Web3 represents the next generation of the internet, emphasizing decentralization, user ownership, and enhanced security through blockchain technology. It aims to create a more equitable and transparent digital ecosystem, fostering new economic activities, data sovereignty, and community governance.
AI for Biodiversity
AI offers transformative potential for climate action by enhancing data analysis, predictive modeling, and resource optimization.
Soil Regeneration
Soil regeneration holds transformative potential for environmental sustainability and economic growth. By investing in regenerative practices, we enhance soil health, increase biodiversity, sequester carbon, and improve agricultural productivity.
Coastal Ecosystems
Coastal ecosystems, particularly mangroves, play a crucial role in climate mitigation, biodiversity conservation, and community resilience. Mangroves offer a high return on investment by providing natural protection against extreme weather, sequestering carbon, and supporting local economies.
Web3
Web3 represents the next generation of the internet, emphasizing decentralization, user ownership, and enhanced security through blockchain technology. It aims to create a more equitable and transparent digital ecosystem, fostering new economic activities, data sovereignty, and community governance.
AI for Biodiversity
AI offers transformative potential for climate action by enhancing data analysis, predictive modeling, and resource optimization.
Soil Regeneration
Soil regeneration holds transformative potential for environmental sustainability and economic growth. By investing in regenerative practices, we enhance soil health, increase biodiversity, sequester carbon, and improve agricultural productivity.
Coastal Ecosystems
Coastal ecosystems, particularly mangroves, play a crucial role in climate mitigation, biodiversity conservation, and community resilience. Mangroves offer a high return on investment by providing natural protection against extreme weather, sequestering carbon, and supporting local economies.
Web3
Web3 represents the next generation of the internet, emphasizing decentralization, user ownership, and enhanced security through blockchain technology. It aims to create a more equitable and transparent digital ecosystem, fostering new economic activities, data sovereignty, and community governance.
AI for Biodiversity
AI offers transformative potential for climate action by enhancing data analysis, predictive modeling, and resource optimization.
Soil Regeneration
Soil regeneration holds transformative potential for environmental sustainability and economic growth. By investing in regenerative practices, we enhance soil health, increase biodiversity, sequester carbon, and improve agricultural productivity.
Coastal Ecosystems
Coastal ecosystems, particularly mangroves, play a crucial role in climate mitigation, biodiversity conservation, and community resilience. Mangroves offer a high return on investment by providing natural protection against extreme weather, sequestering carbon, and supporting local economies.
Web3
Web3 represents the next generation of the internet, emphasizing decentralization, user ownership, and enhanced security through blockchain technology. It aims to create a more equitable and transparent digital ecosystem, fostering new economic activities, data sovereignty, and community governance.
AI for Biodiversity
AI offers transformative potential for climate action by enhancing data analysis, predictive modeling, and resource optimization.
Soil Regeneration
Soil regeneration holds transformative potential for environmental sustainability and economic growth. By investing in regenerative practices, we enhance soil health, increase biodiversity, sequester carbon, and improve agricultural productivity.
Coastal Ecosystems
Coastal ecosystems, particularly mangroves, play a crucial role in climate mitigation, biodiversity conservation, and community resilience. Mangroves offer a high return on investment by providing natural protection against extreme weather, sequestering carbon, and supporting local economies.
Web3
Web3 represents the next generation of the internet, emphasizing decentralization, user ownership, and enhanced security through blockchain technology. It aims to create a more equitable and transparent digital ecosystem, fostering new economic activities, data sovereignty, and community governance.
AI for Biodiversity
AI offers transformative potential for climate action by enhancing data analysis, predictive modeling, and resource optimization.
Soil Regeneration
Soil regeneration holds transformative potential for environmental sustainability and economic growth. By investing in regenerative practices, we enhance soil health, increase biodiversity, sequester carbon, and improve agricultural productivity.
Coastal Ecosystems
Coastal ecosystems, particularly mangroves, play a crucial role in climate mitigation, biodiversity conservation, and community resilience. Mangroves offer a high return on investment by providing natural protection against extreme weather, sequestering carbon, and supporting local economies.
Web3
Web3 represents the next generation of the internet, emphasizing decentralization, user ownership, and enhanced security through blockchain technology. It aims to create a more equitable and transparent digital ecosystem, fostering new economic activities, data sovereignty, and community governance.
AI for Biodiversity
AI offers transformative potential for climate action by enhancing data analysis, predictive modeling, and resource optimization.
Soil Regeneration
Soil regeneration holds transformative potential for environmental sustainability and economic growth. By investing in regenerative practices, we enhance soil health, increase biodiversity, sequester carbon, and improve agricultural productivity.
Coastal Ecosystems
Coastal ecosystems, particularly mangroves, play a crucial role in climate mitigation, biodiversity conservation, and community resilience. Mangroves offer a high return on investment by providing natural protection against extreme weather, sequestering carbon, and supporting local economies.
Web3
Web3 represents the next generation of the internet, emphasizing decentralization, user ownership, and enhanced security through blockchain technology. It aims to create a more equitable and transparent digital ecosystem, fostering new economic activities, data sovereignty, and community governance.
AI for Biodiversity
AI offers transformative potential for climate action by enhancing data analysis, predictive modeling, and resource optimization.
Soil Regeneration
Soil regeneration holds transformative potential for environmental sustainability and economic growth. By investing in regenerative practices, we enhance soil health, increase biodiversity, sequester carbon, and improve agricultural productivity.
Coastal Ecosystems
Coastal ecosystems, particularly mangroves, play a crucial role in climate mitigation, biodiversity conservation, and community resilience. Mangroves offer a high return on investment by providing natural protection against extreme weather, sequestering carbon, and supporting local economies.
Web3
Web3 represents the next generation of the internet, emphasizing decentralization, user ownership, and enhanced security through blockchain technology. It aims to create a more equitable and transparent digital ecosystem, fostering new economic activities, data sovereignty, and community governance.
Our Venture Program's Key Focus Areas
We support all types of initiatives that positively impact nature, biodiversity, and food forests. We’re particularly interested in the following areas:
AI for Biodiversity
AI offers transformative potential for climate action by enhancing data analysis, predictive modeling, and resource optimization.
Soil Regeneration
Soil regeneration holds transformative potential for environmental sustainability and economic growth. By investing in regenerative practices, we enhance soil health, increase biodiversity, sequester carbon, and improve agricultural productivity.
Coastal Ecosystems
Coastal ecosystems, particularly mangroves, play a crucial role in climate mitigation, biodiversity conservation, and community resilience. Mangroves offer a high return on investment by providing natural protection against extreme weather, sequestering carbon, and supporting local economies.
Web3
Web3 represents the next generation of the internet, emphasizing decentralization, user ownership, and enhanced security through blockchain technology. It aims to create a more equitable and transparent digital ecosystem, fostering new economic activities, data sovereignty, and community governance.
Concrete Outcomes You Can Count On
Tailored Expert Insights
We provide access to top-class experts in their respective fields (Biodiversity, Fundraising and more).
Impact and Financial Model
Clearly structured financial forecast and impact model for your business.
Clear Value Proposition
Validated and tested value of your service that hits a need in the market.
Go-To-Market Plan
Prioritized next steps for the next months
after the program.
Fundraising Strategy
data room with a clear understanding of investor types and how to approach them.
Iterated Investor Pitchdeck
Iterated deck to pitch your idea in front of our Investment Committee.
Concrete Outcomes You Can Count On
Tailored Expert Insights
We provide access to top-class experts in their respective fields (Biodiversity, Fundraising and more).
Impact and Financial Model
Clearly structured financial forecast and impact model for your business.
Clear Value Proposition
Validated and tested value of your service that hits a need in the market.
Go-to-market Plan
Prioritized next steps for the next months
after the program.
Fundraising Strategy
data room with a clear understanding of investor types and how to approach them.
Iterated Investor Pitchdeck
Iterated deck to pitch your idea in front of our Investment Committee.
Meet Our Experts & Mentors
Joshua Berger
CEO at BioInt
Biodiversity Expert
Christian Bueckle
Portfolio Manager at nordIX
Financial Expert
Adrian Dellecker
Researcher at IMD
Biodiversity Expert
Pedro Gomes
Hardware Expert and Founder of Design Possibility
Startup Mentor
Emily Gorbaty
Product & Venture Strategist
Startup Mentor
Andreas Heger
Experienced founder of green businesses
Startup Mentor
Sander Keulen
Head of Global Business Development at NatureMetrics
Startup Mentor
Arran Kitson
Co-founder & CEO at Token Flow Insights
Startup Mentor
Aaron Leaman
CEO at BrighterFuture
Branding Expert
Simeon Max
Restoration Practitioner and Nature-Tech Enthusiast
Startup Mentor
Christian Fu Mueller
Regenerative Business Advisor
Startup Mentor
Yannick Ritschel
Director at Fondation Valery
Investment Expert
Beatrice Scarioni
Founder & Partner at Dripstone Consulting
Impact Strategy Expert
Alice Segre
Investment Associate at Maze Impact
Investment Expert
Martin Studer
General Partner & Chair at Bluerain Partners Group
Investment Expert
Caroline Takita Levy
CEO at eAmazonia
Industry Expert
Esme Verity
CEO at Considered Capital
Innovative Finance Coach
Helena Wasserman
Founder of Unstoppable
Fundraising Expert
Joshua Berger
CEO at BioInt
Biodiversity Expert
Christian Bueckle
Portfolio Manager at nordIX
Financial Expert
Adrian Dellecker
Researcher at IMD
Biodiversity Expert
Pedro Gomes
Hardware Expert and Founder of Design Possibility
Startup Mentor
Emily Gorbaty
Product & Venture Strategist
Startup Mentor
Andreas Heger
Experienced founder of green businesses
Startup Mentor
Sander Keulen
Head of Global Business Development at NatureMetrics
Startup Mentor
Arran Kitson
Co-founder & CEO at Token Flow Insights
Startup Mentor
Aaron Leaman
CEO at BrighterFuture
Branding Expert
Simeon Max
Restoration Practitioner and Nature-Tech Enthusiast
Startup Mentor
Christian Fu Mueller
Regenerative Business Advisor
Startup Mentor
Yannick Ritschel
Director at Fondation Valery
Investment Expert
Beatrice Scarioni
Founder & Partner at Dripstone Consulting
Impact Strategy Expert
Alice Segre
Investment Associate at Maze Impact
Investment Expert
Martin Studer
General Partner & Chair at Bluerain Partners Group
Investment Expert
Caroline Takita Levy
CEO at eAmazonia
Industry Expert
Esme Verity
CEO at Considered Capital
Innovative Finance Coach
Helena Wasserman
Founder of Unstoppable
Fundraising Expert
Joshua Berger
CEO at BioInt
Biodiversity Expert
Christian Bueckle
Portfolio Manager at nordIX
Financial Expert
Adrian Dellecker
Researcher at IMD
Biodiversity Expert
Adrian Dellecker
Researcher at IMD
Biodiversity Expert
Pedro Gomes
Hardware Expert and Founder of Design Possibility
Startup Mentor
Emily Gorbaty
Product & Venture Strategist
Startup Mentor
Andreas Heger
Experienced founder of green businesses
Startup Mentor
Sander Keulen
Head of Global Business Development at NatureMetrics
Startup Mentor
Arran Kitson
Co-founder & CEO at Token Flow Insights
Startup Mentor
Aaron Leaman
CEO at BrighterFuture
Branding Expert
Simeon Max
Restoration Practitioner and Nature-Tech Enthusiast
Startup Mentor
Christian Fu Mueller
Regenerative Business Advisor
Startup Mentor
Yannick Ritschel
Director at Fondation Valery
Investment Expert
Beatrice Scarioni
Founder & Partner at Dripstone Consulting
Impact Strategy Expert
Alice Segre
Investment Associate at Maze Impact
Investment Expert
Martin Studer
General Partner & Chair at Bluerain Partners Group
Investment Expert
Caroline Takita Levy
CEO at eAmazonia
Industry Expert
Esme Verity
CEO at Considered Capital
Innovative Finance Coach
Helena Wasserman
Founder of Unstoppable
Fundraising Expert
Still not convinced? We’ve got the answers
Still not convinced? We’ve got the answers
Still not convinced? We’ve got the answers
We don't fit in one of the focus areas - can we still apply?
We don't fit in one of the focus areas - can we still apply?
We don't fit in one of the focus areas - can we still apply?
What are the conditions after the program?
What are the conditions after the program?
What are the conditions after the program?
What differentiates this program to other accelerators?
What differentiates this program to other accelerators?
What differentiates this program to other accelerators?
What kind of concrete help can I expect?
What kind of concrete help can I expect?
What kind of concrete help can I expect?