Sandbox Program | Accelerator Program for Climate Tech Startups

Expert mentorship from a network of entrepreneurs and professionals who are well-versed in the climate tech industry
Access to exclusive workshops on topics such as pitch deck, business development, climate impact communication, and fundraising strategy
Tailored feedback and guidance to help you optimize and refine your pitching skills
Opportunities to connect with international investors and clients interested in your solution
Possibility of direct investment by Forest Valley
Free promotion helping you reach a wider audience and attract potential clients and investors.

how is the sandbox program structured?

Every year we run 4 editions of the Sandbox Program, accepting 8-10 startups for each batch.
A Technical Board of industry experts and professionals is responsible for evaluating your application, looking at how your solution addresses the climate impact of industrial supply chains and what is its potential at scale.

We are always accepting applications, if you are not selected for one edition, you can still apply for the next round.

Training

Matchmaking

Visibility

Perks

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accelerator program?

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Meet the mentors and
the technical board

Abdulla Mustafa

Sustainability consultant at Climate Partners with previous experience as project manager in the renewable sector, he supports companies in calculating carbon footprints, set and implement reduction targets.

Alessandro Defendi

Experience in coordinating the validation of innovative technologies, now working as technology principal, focusing on the assessment and the execution of investments in cleantech early stage companies.

Alex Alwan

Product Management Executive with experience in leading an organization's product team, strategy, vision, and development to drive product launches, success, and growth.

Alice Casiraghi

Board of Directors. Circular economy specialist, UX, and systems designer, co-founder of a circular strategy company helping decision makers transition towards regenerative business by design.

Camilla Speriani

Sustainability expert, advising on sustainability strategies and stakeholder activation, founder of a sustainability advisory company.

Fabio Parigi

Clean Energy Specialist, leading environmental projects in Africa and India. Renewable Energy Specialist in a global non profit, Technical Expert and Technical Assistance Facility for the Sustainable Energy West and Central Africa.

Filippo Lombardi

Tech entrepreneur, executive manager and angel investor with 10 years experience across 3 continents in the e-commerce, marketplace, internet/SaaS industries.

Gerod Carfantan

Working with investors, corporate innovators and startups in ClimateTech, Energy, Logistics & Supply Chain Tech, Mobility, FoodTech, AgTech and digitization of industry.

Giandomenico Zappia

Energy executive, entrepreneur and public policy expert. He opened new plants in South East Asia for a major energy company and currently works in various think thanks on energy transition and sustainable finance.

Greta Colombi

PhD candidate in Sustainability Management, she mainly focuses on the study of circular and regenerative economic models.

Lu Ying

Operating at the intersection of circular economy, design, business strategy and emerging technology, driven by systems-level transformation and business model innovation.

Massimiliano Masi

Executive and entrepreneur in sustainability, thermal energy storage, and small-scale renewables. Former consultant, CEO and CFO.

Massimiliano Tiana

C-level professional, with deep experience with Consulting, Retail and M&A, change management and turnaround in large multinational companies, private equity owned firms, and family corporations.

Milena Prisco

Corporate and M&A lawyer with significant experience in legal assistance for implementing ESG policies, M&A, sustainable finance, sustainable fashion.

Paolo Meola

Board of Directors, CEO. Expert in digital transformation, angel investor, co-founder at one of the fastest-growing digital marketing agency in Italy.

Reinout Bosman

International Pitch & Speaking coach for Startups, CEO's, Governmental organizations and NGO's. Moderator and Opera singer.

Rocco Di Filippo

PhD, author of several scientific publications on machine learning and energy transition. Grant preparation and business consultant, expert in access to EU funds for R&D, innovation projects and startups.

Serena Rebecca Moro

Founder and Sustainability Consultant with strong focus on the fashion and textile sector.

Shyaam Ramkumar

Over 10 years of experience in sustainability and circular economy, scaling sustainability and circular economy-focused innovations using network theories and models.

Simone Zinanni

Founder and CEO of a software company with extensive tech expertise.

Tennille Bernard

Product Management Executive with experience in leading an organization's product team, strategy, vision, and development to drive product launches, success, and growth.

Thibaud Chommeloux

Venture Partner in a business incubator, founder and angel investor, focused on supporting Tech & Impact startups in their path toward growth.

Valerio Verderio

Founder and general manager of a Circular Economy consultancy. Deep expertise in technical, economical, financial items in environmental and power generation sectors.

Abdulla Mustafa
Sustainability consultant at Climate Partners with previous experience as project manager in the renewable sector, he supports companies in calculating carbon footprints, set and implement reduction targets.
Alessandro Defendi
Experience in coordinating the validation of innovative technologies, now working as technology principal, focusing on the assessment and the execution of investments in cleantech early stage companies.
Alex Alwan
Product Management Executive with experience in leading an organization's product team, strategy, vision, and development to drive product launches, success, and growth.
Alice Casiraghi
Board of Directors. Circular economy specialist, UX, and systems designer, co-founder of a circular strategy company helping decision makers transition towards regenerative business by design.
Camilla Speriani
Sustainability expert, advising on sustainability strategies and stakeholder activation, founder of a sustainability advisory company.
Fabio Parigi
Clean Energy Specialist, leading environmental projects in Africa and India. Renewable Energy Specialist in a global non profit, Technical Expert and Technical Assistance Facility for the Sustainable Energy West and Central Africa.
Filippo Lombardi
Tech entrepreneur, executive manager and angel investor with 10 years experience across 3 continents in the e-commerce, marketplace, internet/SaaS industries.
Gerod Carfantan
Working with investors, corporate innovators and startups in ClimateTech, Energy, Logistics & Supply Chain Tech, Mobility, FoodTech, AgTech and digitization of industry.
Giandomenico Zappia
Energy executive, entrepreneur and public policy expert. He opened new plants in South East Asia for a major energy company and currently works in various think thanks on energy transition and sustainable finance.
Greta Colombi
PhD candidate in Sustainability Management, she mainly focuses on the study of circular and regenerative economic models.
Lu Ying
Operating at the intersection of circular economy, design, business strategy and emerging technology, driven by systems-level transformation and business model innovation.
Massimiliano Masi
Executive and entrepreneur in sustainability, thermal energy storage, and small-scale renewables. Former consultant, CEO and CFO.
Massimiliano Tiana
C-level professional, with deep experience with Consulting, Retail and M&A, change management and turnaround in large multinational companies, private equity owned firms, and family corporations.
Milena Prisco
Corporate and M&A lawyer with significant experience in legal assistance for implementing ESG policies, M&A, sustainable finance, sustainable fashion.
Paolo Meola
Board of Directors, CEO. Expert in digital transformation, angel investor, co-founder at one of the fastest-growing digital marketing agency in Italy.
Reinout Bosman
International Pitch & Speaking coach for Startups, CEO's, Governmental organizations and NGO's. Moderator and Opera singer.
Rocco Di Filippo
PhD, author of several scientific publications on machine learning and energy transition. Grant preparation and business consultant, expert in access to EU funds for R&D, innovation projects and startups.
Serena Rebecca Moro
Founder and Sustainability Consultant with strong focus on the fashion and textile sector.
Shyaam Ramkumar
Over 10 years of experience in sustainability and circular economy, scaling sustainability and circular economy-focused innovations using network theories and models.
Simone Zinanni
Founder and CEO of a software company with extensive tech expertise.
Tennille Bernard
Product Management Executive with experience in leading an organization's product team, strategy, vision, and development to drive product launches, success, and growth.
Thibaud Chommeloux
Venture Partner in a business incubator, founder and angel investor, focused on supporting Tech & Impact startups in their path toward growth.
Valerio Verderio
Founder and general manager of a Circular Economy consultancy. Deep expertise in technical, economical, financial items in environmental and power generation sectors.
Abdulla Mustafa
Sustainability consultant at Climate Partners with previous experience as project manager in the renewable sector, he supports companies in calculating carbon footprints, set and implement reduction targets.
Alessandro Defendi
Experience in coordinating the validation of innovative technologies, now working as technology principal, focusing on the assessment and the execution of investments in cleantech early stage companies.
Alex Alwan
Product Management Executive with experience in leading an organization's product team, strategy, vision, and development to drive product launches, success, and growth.
Alice Casiraghi
Board of Directors. Circular economy specialist, UX, and systems designer, co-founder of a circular strategy company helping decision makers transition towards regenerative business by design.
Camilla Speriani
Sustainability expert, advising on sustainability strategies and stakeholder activation, founder of a sustainability advisory company.
Fabio Parigi
Clean Energy Specialist, leading environmental projects in Africa and India. Renewable Energy Specialist in a global non profit, Technical Expert and Technical Assistance Facility for the Sustainable Energy West and Central Africa.
Filippo Lombardi
Tech entrepreneur, executive manager and angel investor with 10 years experience across 3 continents in the e-commerce, marketplace, internet/SaaS industries.
Gerod Carfantan
Working with investors, corporate innovators and startups in ClimateTech, Energy, Logistics & Supply Chain Tech, Mobility, FoodTech, AgTech and digitization of industry.
Giandomenico Zappia
Energy executive, entrepreneur and public policy expert. He opened new plants in South East Asia for a major energy company and currently works in various think thanks on energy transition and sustainable finance.
Greta Colombi
PhD candidate in Sustainability Management, she mainly focuses on the study of circular and regenerative economic models.
Lu Ying
Operating at the intersection of circular economy, design, business strategy and emerging technology, driven by systems-level transformation and business model innovation.
Massimiliano Masi
Executive and entrepreneur in sustainability, thermal energy storage, and small-scale renewables. Former consultant, CEO and CFO.
Massimiliano Tiana
C-level professional, with deep experience with Consulting, Retail and M&A, change management and turnaround in large multinational companies, private equity owned firms, and family corporations.
Milena Prisco
Corporate and M&A lawyer with significant experience in legal assistance for implementing ESG policies, M&A, sustainable finance, sustainable fashion.
Paolo Meola
Board of Directors, CEO. Expert in digital transformation, angel investor, co-founder at one of the fastest-growing digital marketing agency in Italy.
Reinout Bosman
International Pitch & Speaking coach for Startups, CEO's, Governmental organizations and NGO's. Moderator and Opera singer.
Rocco Di Filippo
PhD, author of several scientific publications on machine learning and energy transition. Grant preparation and business consultant, expert in access to EU funds for R&D, innovation projects and startups.
Serena Rebecca Moro
Founder and Sustainability Consultant with strong focus on the fashion and textile sector.
Shyaam Ramkumar
Over 10 years of experience in sustainability and circular economy, scaling sustainability and circular economy-focused innovations using network theories and models.
Simone Zinanni
Founder and CEO of a software company with extensive tech expertise.
Tennille Bernard
Product Management Executive with experience in leading an organization's product team, strategy, vision, and development to drive product launches, success, and growth.
Thibaud Chommeloux
Venture Partner in a business incubator, founder and angel investor, focused on supporting Tech & Impact startups in their path toward growth.
Valerio Verderio
Founder and general manager of a Circular Economy consultancy. Deep expertise in technical, economical, financial items in environmental and power generation sectors.
Abdulla Mustafa
Sustainability consultant at Climate Partners with previous experience as project manager in the renewable sector, he supports companies in calculating carbon footprints, set and implement reduction targets.
Alessandro Defendi
Experience in coordinating the validation of innovative technologies, now working as technology principal, focusing on the assessment and the execution of investments in cleantech early stage companies.
Alex Alwan
Product Management Executive with experience in leading an organization's product team, strategy, vision, and development to drive product launches, success, and growth.
Alice Casiraghi
Board of Directors. Circular economy specialist, UX, and systems designer, co-founder of a circular strategy company helping decision makers transition towards regenerative business by design.
Camilla Speriani
Sustainability expert, advising on sustainability strategies and stakeholder activation, founder of a sustainability advisory company.
Fabio Parigi
Clean Energy Specialist, leading environmental projects in Africa and India. Renewable Energy Specialist in a global non profit, Technical Expert and Technical Assistance Facility for the Sustainable Energy West and Central Africa.
Filippo Lombardi
Tech entrepreneur, executive manager and angel investor with 10 years experience across 3 continents in the e-commerce, marketplace, internet/SaaS industries.
Gerod Carfantan
Working with investors, corporate innovators and startups in ClimateTech, Energy, Logistics & Supply Chain Tech, Mobility, FoodTech, AgTech and digitization of industry.
Giandomenico Zappia
Energy executive, entrepreneur and public policy expert. He opened new plants in South East Asia for a major energy company and currently works in various think thanks on energy transition and sustainable finance.
Greta Colombi
PhD candidate in Sustainability Management, she mainly focuses on the study of circular and regenerative economic models.
Lu Ying
Operating at the intersection of circular economy, design, business strategy and emerging technology, driven by systems-level transformation and business model innovation.
Massimiliano Masi
Executive and entrepreneur in sustainability, thermal energy storage, and small-scale renewables. Former consultant, CEO and CFO.
Massimiliano Tiana
C-level professional, with deep experience with Consulting, Retail and M&A, change management and turnaround in large multinational companies, private equity owned firms, and family corporations.
Milena Prisco
Corporate and M&A lawyer with significant experience in legal assistance for implementing ESG policies, M&A, sustainable finance, sustainable fashion.
Paolo Meola
Board of Directors, CEO. Expert in digital transformation, angel investor, co-founder at one of the fastest-growing digital marketing agency in Italy.
Reinout Bosman
International Pitch & Speaking coach for Startups, CEO's, Governmental organizations and NGO's. Moderator and Opera singer.
Rocco Di Filippo
PhD, author of several scientific publications on machine learning and energy transition. Grant preparation and business consultant, expert in access to EU funds for R&D, innovation projects and startups.
Serena Rebecca Moro
Founder and Sustainability Consultant with strong focus on the fashion and textile sector.
Shyaam Ramkumar
Over 10 years of experience in sustainability and circular economy, scaling sustainability and circular economy-focused innovations using network theories and models.
Simone Zinanni
Founder and CEO of a software company with extensive tech expertise.
Tennille Bernard
Product Management Executive with experience in leading an organization's product team, strategy, vision, and development to drive product launches, success, and growth.
Thibaud Chommeloux
Venture Partner in a business incubator, founder and angel investor, focused on supporting Tech & Impact startups in their path toward growth.
Valerio Verderio
Founder and general manager of a Circular Economy consultancy. Deep expertise in technical, economical, financial items in environmental and power generation sectors.

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What they say about us

Forest Valley acceleration program really surprised us in positive. We have attended several accelerators and with FV we have perceived a very professional level, as well as a coherence with the promised objectives. Their very interactive workshops give the possibility to all of us to share our challenges and doubts, as well as get customized feedback.
MustHad
Startup
The Sandbox Program provided us with high quality content in little time.
Aichi Obiettivo 20
Startup
I found the overall Demo Day experience really smooth and efficient.
Demo Day attendee
Company
The Program is really useful and interesting, it improves your potential and changes your point of view about your project.
Aira
Startup
The Sandbox Program was a good opportunity to improve our presentation.
Greentech Innovators
Startup
The best thing is seeing the impact that innovation brings to climate change and the selection of startups at the Demo Day was very valuable.
PranaVentures
Investor
The Program gave me the opportunity to rethink and reflect on some points that I thought were unshakable.
IsCleanAir
Startup
The Program is run by knowledgeable individuals, and it offers high revenue potential for participants.
H-Aero
Startup
The Sandbox Program has been very valuable for Articae, allowing us to greatly improve our approach and value proposition to investors and clients.
Articae
Startup
The Sandbox Program gives you an opportunity to improve your fundraising skills and creates networking opportunities.
TerraPrima Group
Startup
Forest Valley’s Team is very engaged, the content of the Sandbox Program is very useful and helpful, and it was nice to get to know other startups.
Fabricure
Startup
The Sandbox Program is realistically fast, practical and goal-oriented.
Kinsect
Startup
The Program features a good learning process and good outreach to investors.
Aqua Alarm
Startup
The Program provides good insights and great networking opportunities.
Voodin Blades
Startup
The Demo Day was an incredible opportunity for entrepreneurs to showcase their ideas and connect with potential investors. Their hard work and dedication made the event a huge success!
Demo Day attendee
Investor
Forest Valley team's empathy and understanding make them truly unique. They know what startups need to succeed, and they have the expertise and experience to help them. They understand the challenges they face, and they're always there to lend a helping hand.
Grawindy
Startup
Forest Valley acceleration program really surprised us in positive. We have attended several accelerators and with FV we have perceived a very professional level, as well as a coherence with the promised objectives. Their very interactive workshops give the possibility to all of us to share our challenges and doubts, as well as get customized feedback.
MustHad
Startup
The Sandbox Program provided us with high quality content in little time.
Aichi Obiettivo 20
Startup
I found the overall Demo Day experience really smooth and efficient.
Demo Day attendee
Company
The Program is really useful and interesting, it improves your potential and changes your point of view about your project.
Aira
Startup
The Sandbox Program was a good opportunity to improve our presentation.
Greentech Innovators
Startup
The best thing is seeing the impact that innovation brings to climate change and the selection of startups at the Demo Day was very valuable.
PranaVentures
Investor
The Program gave me the opportunity to rethink and reflect on some points that I thought were unshakable.
IsCleanAir
Startup
The Program is run by knowledgeable individuals, and it offers high revenue potential for participants.
H-Aero
Startup
The Sandbox Program has been very valuable for Articae, allowing us to greatly improve our approach and value proposition to investors and clients.
Articae
Startup
The Sandbox Program gives you an opportunity to improve your fundraising skills and creates networking opportunities.
TerraPrima Group
Startup
Forest Valley’s Team is very engaged, the content of the Sandbox Program is very useful and helpful, and it was nice to get to know other startups.
Fabricure
Startup
The Sandbox Program is realistically fast, practical and goal-oriented.
Kinsect
Startup
The Program features a good learning process and good outreach to investors.
Aqua Alarm
Startup
The Program provides good insights and great networking opportunities.
Voodin Blades
Startup
The Demo Day was an incredible opportunity for entrepreneurs to showcase their ideas and connect with potential investors. Their hard work and dedication made the event a huge success!
Demo Day attendee
Investor
Forest Valley team's empathy and understanding make them truly unique. They know what startups need to succeed, and they have the expertise and experience to help them. They understand the challenges they face, and they're always there to lend a helping hand.
Grawindy
Startup
Forest Valley acceleration program really surprised us in positive. We have attended several accelerators and with FV we have perceived a very professional level, as well as a coherence with the promised objectives. Their very interactive workshops give the possibility to all of us to share our challenges and doubts, as well as get customized feedback.
MustHad
Startup
The Sandbox Program provided us with high quality content in little time.
Aichi Obiettivo 20
Startup
I found the overall Demo Day experience really smooth and efficient.
Demo Day attendee
Company
The Program is really useful and interesting, it improves your potential and changes your point of view about your project.
Aira
Startup
The Sandbox Program was a good opportunity to improve our presentation.
Greentech Innovators
Startup
The best thing is seeing the impact that innovation brings to climate change and the selection of startups at the Demo Day was very valuable.
PranaVentures
Investor
The Program gave me the opportunity to rethink and reflect on some points that I thought were unshakable.
IsCleanAir
Startup
The Program is run by knowledgeable individuals, and it offers high revenue potential for participants.
H-Aero
Startup
The Sandbox Program has been very valuable for Articae, allowing us to greatly improve our approach and value proposition to investors and clients.
Articae
Startup
The Sandbox Program gives you an opportunity to improve your fundraising skills and creates networking opportunities.
TerraPrima Group
Startup
Forest Valley’s Team is very engaged, the content of the Sandbox Program is very useful and helpful, and it was nice to get to know other startups.
Fabricure
Startup
The Sandbox Program is realistically fast, practical and goal-oriented.
Kinsect
Startup
The Program features a good learning process and good outreach to investors.
Aqua Alarm
Startup
The Program provides good insights and great networking opportunities.
Voodin Blades
Startup
The Demo Day was an incredible opportunity for entrepreneurs to showcase their ideas and connect with potential investors. Their hard work and dedication made the event a huge success!
Demo Day attendee
Investor
Forest Valley team's empathy and understanding make them truly unique. They know what startups need to succeed, and they have the expertise and experience to help them. They understand the challenges they face, and they're always there to lend a helping hand.
Grawindy
Startup

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Meet the startups who joined the sandbox program

Carbon offsetting

Pyrogenic Carbon Capture and Storage (PyCCS) carbon credit system

Water management

SaaS for microbial water quality management in drinking water networks

Renewable energy and infrastructure

Core wind technology generating low-cost and clean energy

SaaS Sustainability management

Digital platform matching companies' textile waste with circular solutions

Energy efficiency

Smart management system to optimize and extend battery performance

Sustainable materials

Sustainable, recylable and antibacterial fabrics for textile and fashion

Renewable energy and infrastructure

Wind turbine blades made out of Laminated Veneer Lumber (LVL)

Discover all the startups

Sandbox Program: Climate Tech Startup Accelerator

Apply to our startup acceleration program and get ready to scale your climate solution

An accelerator program designed for Climate Tech Startups

As a participant in the Sandbox Program, you will get:

how is the sandbox program structured?

Training

Get prepared for a successful matching with a 5-week fast track acceleration program including 9 workshops and 3 pitch review sessions.

Matchmaking

Showcase your climate solution pitch deck to a selected group of investors and companies who are interested in climate tech.

Visibility

Increase your exposure and visibility within the climate tech community and beyond, by sharing your purpose and impact.

Perks

Get access to free digital and consultancy services from our partners.

Ready to join the sandbox
accelerator program?

Meet the mentors and
the technical board

What they say about us

FAQ

Meet the startups who joined the sandbox program

Program main partner

Perks partners

Our Investors and Partners

Sandbox Program: Climate Tech Startup Accelerator

Apply to our startup acceleration program and get ready to scale your climate solution

An accelerator program designed for Climate Tech Startups

As a participant in the Sandbox Program, you will get:

how is the sandbox program structured?

Training

Get prepared for a successful matching with a 5-week fast track acceleration program including 9 workshops and 3 pitch review sessions.

Matchmaking

Showcase your climate solution pitch deck to a selected group of investors and companies who are interested in climate tech.

Visibility

Increase your exposure and visibility within the climate tech community and beyond, by sharing your purpose and impact.

Perks

Get access to free digital and consultancy services from our partners.

Ready to join the sandbox accelerator program?

Meet the mentors andthe technical board

What they say about us

FAQ

Meet the startups who joined the sandbox program

Program main partner

Perks partners

Our Investors and Partners

Ready to join the sandbox
accelerator program?

Meet the mentors and
the technical board