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AWS
AWS
Harnessing AI and Cloud Computing to Combat Climate Change
Harnessing AI and Cloud Computing to Combat Climate Change
Why this Challenge?

AWS is the world's most comprehensive cloud platform, offering over 200 fully featured services from global data centers. Millions of customers—from fast-growing startups to enterprises and government agencies—trust AWS to reduce costs, increase agility, and accelerate innovation.

The Compute for Climate Fellowship, launched in 2023 by IRCAI (under UNESCO) and AWS, is a global R&D funding program empowering climate tech startups to harness advanced cloud computing and AI in the fight against climate change.

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The Startup Challenge
Compute for Climate Fellowship

The Compute for Climate Fellowship is a global R&D funding program that empowers climate tech startups to leverage advanced cloud computing and AI in the fight against climate change.

Context / Need: The Fellowship was founded in 2023 by the International Research Centre on Artificial Intelligence (IRCAI), under the auspices of UNESCO, and Amazon Web Services (AWS). Each Fellow company accepted into the program builds a groundbreaking proof-of-concept (PoC) climate solution that is funded by AWS, with technical and scientific advisors from AWS and IRCAI.
Winners will propose a proof-of-concept solution. They will “think big” and demonstrate innovation, leverage advanced cloud computing.

Expected Solutions: Show potential for significant global impact across at least one of the eight climate solution areas below.

Scope:
Clean Energy
Low-Carbon Transportation
Sustainable Agriculture and Food
Circular Economy / Manufacturing / Industry
Sustainable Buildings
Greenhouse Gas Management
Carbon Removal
Environment (water, pollution, biodiversity) and Climate Risk
Indigenous Solutions to the Climate Crisis

Apply Now

Compute for Climate Fellowship

The Compute for Climate Fellowship is a global R&D funding program that empowers climate tech startups to leverage advanced cloud computing and AI in the fight against climate change.

Context / Need: The Fellowship was founded in 2023 by the International Research Centre on Artificial Intelligence (IRCAI), under the auspices of UNESCO, and Amazon Web Services (AWS). Each Fellow company accepted into the program builds a groundbreaking proof-of-concept (PoC) climate solution that is funded by AWS, with technical and scientific advisors from AWS and IRCAI.
Winners will propose a proof-of-concept solution. They will “think big” and demonstrate innovation, leverage advanced cloud computing.

Expected Solutions: Show potential for significant global impact across at least one of the eight climate solution areas below.

Scope:
Clean Energy
Low-Carbon Transportation
Sustainable Agriculture and Food
Circular Economy / Manufacturing / Industry
Sustainable Buildings
Greenhouse Gas Management
Carbon Removal
Environment (water, pollution, biodiversity) and Climate Risk
Indigenous Solutions to the Climate Crisis

Apply Now

Compute for Climate Fellowship

The Compute for Climate Fellowship is a global R&D funding program that empowers climate tech startups to leverage advanced cloud computing and AI in the fight against climate change.

Context / Need: The Fellowship was founded in 2023 by the International Research Centre on Artificial Intelligence (IRCAI), under the auspices of UNESCO, and Amazon Web Services (AWS). Each Fellow company accepted into the program builds a groundbreaking proof-of-concept (PoC) climate solution that is funded by AWS, with technical and scientific advisors from AWS and IRCAI.
Winners will propose a proof-of-concept solution. They will “think big” and demonstrate innovation, leverage advanced cloud computing.

Expected Solutions: Show potential for significant global impact across at least one of the eight climate solution areas below.

Scope:
Clean Energy
Low-Carbon Transportation
Sustainable Agriculture and Food
Circular Economy / Manufacturing / Industry
Sustainable Buildings
Greenhouse Gas Management
Carbon Removal
Environment (water, pollution, biodiversity) and Climate Risk
Indigenous Solutions to the Climate Crisis

Apply Now

Selection Criteria
Company maturity

Company must be privately held and founded within last 10 years

Team capabilities

Must have technical team capable of building with advanced cloud computing

Advanced computing services

Proposal must incorporate innovative use of advanced computing services
  1. AI/ML and Generative AI
  2. High-Performance Computing
  3. Autonomous Computing
  4. Spatial Computing
  5. Simulation Technologies
  6. Quantum Computing
  7. Time series data analytics

Rewards
  • 4-day passes to VivaTech

    Get free access to VivaTech 2025, join AWS VIP events and meet with AWS Executives

  • AWS credits up to $200k & 3-month PoC build period

    Unlock powerful cloud resources with substantial AWS credits to build and scale your solution & get dedicated time to develop your proof-of-concept with tailored technical assistance and milestone guidance

  • Access to advanced computing services

    Leverage cutting-edge AWS technologies including high-performance computing, machine learning, and AI tools

  • Expert guidance from IRCAI and AWS mentors

    Direct mentorship from industry leaders and technical experts who will help refine your solution and business strategy

  • Media and visibility opportunities

    Including showcase across United Nations and international bodies. Gain global exposure for your innovation through high-profile platforms and connect with influential stakeholders in the climate tech ecosystem

Play an active role in our six business sectors

Your solution, product or service demonstrates that you can play an active role in LVMH's ecosystem and deliver on a large scale. Whether it be the creation process, the omnichannel customer journey, or operation and manufacturing, you support the Group's legacy of excellence and innovation in all areas of its 6 business sectors.

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Timeline

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  • 12/5/25

    The applications are open

  • 12/5/25

    The applications are closed

  • 12/5/25

    The winners are announced

  • 12/5/25

    9th edition of VivaTech

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Jury

Lisbeth Kaufman

Head of Climate Tech

AWS

Davor Orlic

Head of Climate Tech

IRCAI

Fei Chen

Director of Advanced Computing Solutions

AWS

Aidan O'Sullivan

Associate Professor in Energy and AI

UCL

FAQ

Who can apply?

Can I apply for more than one Startup Challenge/Award?

What is the difference between a Startup Challenge and an Award?

Is applying for an Award or Startup Challenge free?

Who can apply?

Can I apply for more than one Startup Challenge/Award?

What is the difference between a Startup Challenge and an Award?

Is applying for an Award or Startup Challenge free?

Who can apply?

Can I apply for more than one Startup Challenge/Award?

What is the difference between a Startup Challenge and an Award?

Is applying for an Award or Startup Challenge free?

Play an active role in our six business sectors

Your solution, product or service demonstrates that you can play an active role in LVMH's ecosystem and deliver on a large scale. Whether it be the creation process, the omnichannel customer journey, or operation and manufacturing, you support the Group's legacy of excellence and innovation in all areas of its 6 business sectors.

  • Fashion & Leather Goods

    Fashion & Leather Goods

  • Wines & Spirits

    Wines & Spirits

  • Perfumes & Cosmetics

    Perfumes & Cosmetics

  • Watches & Jewelry

    Watches & Jewelry

  • 4-day passes to VivaTech

    Get free access to VivaTech 2025, join AWS VIP events and meet with AWS Executives

    4-day passes to VivaTech

    Get free access to VivaTech 2025, join AWS VIP events and meet with AWS Executives

  • Selective Retailing

    Selective Retailing