Dear aspiring deep-tech founders and research entrepreneurs,

The future of the chemical industry is green – and it will be shaped by innovators who dare to build. With the innovate! call, greenCHEM supports pioneers in turning chemistry and materials science into real-world sustainable solutions.

This is a unique, philanthropically funded 12-month validation program in Berlin for innovators, entrepreneurs, and patent holders working in green chemistry and related fields.

What we offer:

• Over € 700.000 in equity-free funding
• Free lab infrastructure
• Tailored validation program
• Access to the Berlin innovation ecosystem
• Housing and visa support

Who should apply?

The innovate! call is open to three groups:

• Track A – Entrepreneurs without patent: You bring the drive and work with existing green chemistry technologies.
• Track B – Patent holders: You want to see your research translated into real-world applications by dedicated teams.
• Track C – Entrepreneurs with patent: You are ready to spinout with your own technology.

Our mission is simple: to ensure excellent research becomes real impact for society and the environment.

Application Deadline: March 15^th, 2026.

Learn more and apply: https://www.greenchem.berlin/innovate-call

 If you know potential candidates, please share this call within your networks.

Kind regards,

The greenCHEM team

About:

The innovate! call is issued by innovate! lab gGmbH – the non-profit legal entity of greenCHEM. It is owned by the Berlin University Alliance and funded by the Joachim Herz Foundation.