

Budget
If you’re selected, you get: – A free ticket to The Drop (Sept 16–18) – An exclusive startup–investor lunch focused on real relationships (not just pitch decks) – Recognition as one of Europe’s top early-stage startups

Key dates and deadline
Applications open: Now Deadline to apply: 31st July 2025 Winners announced: Late August / Early September The Drop: 16-18 September

Details
An opportunity for early stage European climatetech startups to apply to TheDrop50 shortlist to get selected for exclusive investor-founder mingle as well as free ticket to The Drop conference in Malmö on the 16–18th September. Core themes for 2025: (Climate Risk) (Geothermal) (Robotics) (Geopolitics) (Regen Ag) (Water) (Offtakes) (Critical Minerals) (Circularity) (Built Env) (Biodiversity) (Dual Use) (DER) (AI) (Base Load) (Food) (Non-dilutive Capital) (Nuclear) (Data Centres,) (Adaptation) (CDR) (Insurance)

Eligibility
Who should apply? – Pre-seed or seed-stage startups – Raised less than €1M in equity funding – Impactful, high-potential, and early

Additional information

How to apply?
https://thedropconf.com/thedrop50