--- title: "CTCN Youth Climate Innovation Labs LATAM" url: https://www.seedstars.com/community/entrepreneurs/programs/ctcn-youth-climate-innovations-labs-latam/ --- SUPPORTED BY THE UNITED NATIONS & THE EUROPEAN UNION # CTCN Youth Climate Innovation Labs Latin America Creating technology solutions for enhanced climate action 1. [HOME](/) 2. [WHO WE WORK WITH](/community/) 3. [ENTREPRENEURS](/community/entrepreneurs/) 4. [SEEDSTARS PROGRAMS](/community/entrepreneurs/programs/) 5. CTCN YOUTH CLIMATE INNOVATION LABS LATIN AMERICA ![United nations](https://seedstars-com.s3.amazonaws.com/images/CTCNLOGO2-01.max-594x300.png) ![sEEDSTARS](https://seedstars-com.s3.amazonaws.com/images/seedstarsprogramshell.max-594x300.jpg) ![SAFEEM](https://seedstars-com.s3.amazonaws.com/images/safeem-card.max-594x300.png) The UN [Climate Technology Centre and Network (CTCN)](https://www.ctc-n.org/), which is co-hosted by the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) and the United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO), in partnership with [SAFEEM](https://www.safeem.org/) and [Seedstars](https://www.seedstars.com/) is hosting the Climate Innovation Lab in Latin America. This is the third event following two successful lab and academy programs in [Africa and Asia-Pacific](https://climatelabs.seedstars.com/). [GO TO SPANISH VERSION ](https://www.seedstars.com/community/entrepreneurs/programs/laboratorio-juvenil-innovacion-climatica-ctcn-america-latina/) ## Watch the Demo Day! Meet the startups that are mitigating climate change in Latin America! ## Selected Teams ### Selected Teams: details [ ![Todis](https://seedstars-com.s3.amazonaws.com/images/Todis.max-320x550.png) ENERGY • SUSTAINABLE ELECTRICITY #### Todis We solve the lack of access to quality water by providing a solar water disinfection system, to help people in remote areas to have access to basic needs, improving their quality of life. WATCH THE PITCH ](https://www.seedstars.com/community/entrepreneurs/programs/ctcn-youth-climate-innovations-labs-latam/todis/) [ ![AgroTech](https://seedstars-com.s3.amazonaws.com/images/Agrotech.max-320x550.png) FOOD • AGRICULTURE • DEFORESTATION #### AgroTech We solve the efficiency in the process of fighting pests for families of farmers with their own consembradíos, institutions and / or foundations, making low-cost and nature-friendly electronic devices. WATCH THE PITCH ](https://www.seedstars.com/community/entrepreneurs/programs/ctcn-youth-climate-innovations-labs-latam/agrotech/) [ ![EcoDrop](https://seedstars-com.s3.amazonaws.com/images/Ecodrop.max-320x550.png) FOOD • AGRICULTURE • DEFORESTATION #### EcoDrop We solve the inefficiency of the water resource in crops for small farmers by providing them with knowledge to optimize their resources. WATCH THE PITCH ](https://www.seedstars.com/community/entrepreneurs/programs/ctcn-youth-climate-innovations-labs-latam/ecodrop/) [ ![Kankyolean](https://seedstars-com.s3.amazonaws.com/images/Kankyolean.max-320x550.png) ENVIRONMENT • WASTE MANAGEMENT #### Econecta We solve the inadequate management of solid waste for generators and recyclers, implementing a technological platform that connects the different actors involved. WATCH THE PITCH ](https://www.seedstars.com/community/entrepreneurs/programs/ctcn-youth-climate-innovations-labs-latam/econecta/) [ ![HEAT ISLAND](https://seedstars-com.s3.amazonaws.com/images/HEAT_ISLAND.max-320x550.png) INFRASTRUCTURE • URBAN PLANNING #### HEAT ISLAND We systematize solutions and bring them closer to our clients, democratizing climate adaptation in the hands of everyone. WATCH THE PITCH ](https://www.seedstars.com/community/entrepreneurs/programs/ctcn-youth-climate-innovations-labs-latam/heat-island/) [ ![Kaphiy-Brown](https://seedstars-com.s3.amazonaws.com/images/Kaphiy-Brown.max-320x550.png) ENVIRONMENT • WASTE MANAGEMENT #### Kaphiy-Brown Generation of organic waste in the production of coffee, to benefit people intolerant to gluten, making coffee husk flour. WATCH THE PITCH ](https://www.seedstars.com/community/entrepreneurs/programs/ctcn-youth-climate-innovations-labs-latam/kaphiy-brown/) [ ![SAMI](https://seedstars-com.s3.amazonaws.com/images/SAMI.max-320x550.png) ENVIRONMENT • WASTE MANAGEMENT #### SAMI We solve the inefficient management of organic solid waste for residents of peripheral areas by offering a collection service, collection, storage and recovery of organic waste. WATCH THE PITCH ](https://www.seedstars.com/community/entrepreneurs/programs/ctcn-youth-climate-innovations-labs-latam/sami/) [ ![Green Cycle](https://seedstars-com.s3.amazonaws.com/images/Green_Cycle.max-320x550.png) ENVIRONMENT • WASTE MANAGEMENT #### Green Cycle Platform that connects companies that generate recyclable waste, with the compensation of their carbon footprint. WATCH THE PITCH ](https://www.seedstars.com/community/entrepreneurs/programs/ctcn-youth-climate-innovations-labs-latam/green-cycle/) What is the Youth Climate Innovation Labs? Youth-centered workshops for innovation and the development of climate technology solutions, guided by the present climate technology needs of participants' host countries. The Youth Climate Innovation Lab is a fast-paced three-day event that will bring together selected youth participants as well as climate technology experts within the selected sectors and technology fields in Latin America to explore innovative design thinking tools, flexing their entrepreneurial muscles, and by the end **create business solutions for enhanced climate action.** ![](https://seedstars-com.s3.amazonaws.com/images/hugh-whyte-J8bU6-tAGy8-unsplash.max-1280x550.jpg) ### Why? The Youth Climate Innovation Lab aims to support National Systems of Innovation by bringing youth innovators and climate technology experts together with the private sector to ideate technology solutions for climate mitigation and adaptation solutions. This programme will encourage thinking about common problems in innovative ways. Supported by private sector experts, entrepreneurs and innovation facilitators, the participants will be challenged to **think outside of the box and co-create solutions and business ideas.** ### Who can Participate? Anyone who is * Between 20 and 30 years old * Attending university or has completed higher education * Aspiring or early-stage entrepreneurs or students interested in launching an idea on climate change and building entrepreneurial muscle. * Passionate about solving climate technology needs and challenges in Latam, especially those listed in the focus challenges. * We are also looking at accepting already made teams this time, so people can apply either as a team (a minimum of 3 members) or as individuals (who we will pair into teams) ![Cronograma](https://seedstars-com.s3.amazonaws.com/images/English_Timeline_071521-01.max-1285x1285.png) Focus Challenges: * **Environment/Waste Management** * **Food/Agriculture/Deforestation** * **Energy/Sustainable Electricity** * **Infrastructure/Urban Planning** ![Agritech](https://seedstars-com.s3.amazonaws.com/images/science-in-hd-8S2RmC-POCU-unsplash.max-1280x550.jpg) ## Participants can expect to ### Participants can expect to: details #### Get inspired and an insight into the entrepreneurial mindset #### Understand how innovative solutions can be a key force in tackling climate change challenges #### Learn the lean startup methodology #### Learn by doing thanks to the immediate execution of theory #### Learn tools and frameworks to build and test (including hypothesis testing with customers) #### Learn how to pitch their idea to a Jury #### Receive feedback from peers & mentors ![results](https://seedstars-com.s3.amazonaws.com/images/eNTREPRENEURS-01.max-1280x550.png) Winner Prizes At the end of the Climate Innovation Lab, the winners from Latin America will be provided follow-on support to implement and scale selected solutions through a 6-8 week Climate Innovation Academy Programme delivered by Seedstars. ## Project Team ### Project Team: details ![None](https://seedstars-com.s3.amazonaws.com/images/Liz.max-376x376.jpg) PROGRAM SUCCESS LEAD Elizabeth Jones [__](https://www.linkedin.com/in/elizabethjones8888/) ![None](https://seedstars-com.s3.amazonaws.com/images/Ada.max-376x376.jpg) SENIOR PROGRAM MANAGER AT SEEDSTARS Adaeze Zita Edokwe [__](https://www.linkedin.com/in/adaeze-zita-edokwe-53324057/) ![None](https://seedstars-com.s3.amazonaws.com/images/Paulina.max-376x376.jpg) PROGRAM MANAGER AT SEEDSTARS Paulina López Zibara [__](https://www.linkedin.com/in/paulinalzibara/) ![None](https://seedstars-com.s3.amazonaws.com/images/Irma.max-376x376.png) INTERNATIONAL COMMUNICATIONS ADVISOR AT CTCN Irma Juskenaite [__](https://www.linkedin.com/in/irma-juskenaite-0a9a9a4/) ![None](https://seedstars-com.s3.amazonaws.com/images/Shanar.max-376x376.jpg) CONSULTANT AT CTCN Shanar Tabrizi [__](https://www.linkedin.com/in/shanartabrizi/) ![None](https://seedstars-com.s3.amazonaws.com/images/Karina.max-376x376.png) KNOWLEDGE, COMMUNICATIONS AND GENDER MANAGER AT CTCN Karina Kolbrún Larsen [__](https://www.linkedin.com/in/karinalarsen1/) ## About us ### About us: details ![CTCN](https://seedstars-com.s3.amazonaws.com/images/CTCN_LOGO1-01.max-150x150.jpg) Climate Technology Centre and Newtwork (CTCN) The UN Climate Technology Centre and Network (CTCN) is co-hosted by the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) and the United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO) and supported by more than 600 network members all over the world. The CTCN promotes the accelerated transfer of environmentally sound technologies for low carbon and climate-resilient development at the request of developing countries. It provides technology solutions, capacity building and advice on policy, legal and regulatory frameworks tailored to the needs of individual countries. [MORE DETAILS ](http://www.ctc-n.org) ![](https://seedstars-com.s3.amazonaws.com/images/seedstars-star.max-150x150.png) Seedstars Seedstars is a Swiss-based group with the mission to impact people’s lives in emerging markets through technology and entrepreneurship, with a particular focus on the Sustainable Development Goals of the UN. Seedstars connects stakeholders, builds companies from scratch with public and private partners and invests in high-growth ventures within these ecosystems. Seedstars aims at fostering impact investing and impact entrepreneurship over the world. Through different activities, that range from venture scouting, events organization to company building and entrepreneurial education programs. [MORE DETAILS ](https://www.seedstars.com/) ## Read more [ LATIN AMERICA • TECHNOLOGY UN Searches for Young Climate Technology Innovators in Latin America The UN CTCN, SAFEEM and Seedstars are calling young innovators in LatAm that are creating climate tech solutions to join the Climate Innovation Labs. __ ](https://www.seedstars.com/content-hub/newsroom/un-searches-young-climate-technology-innovators-latin-america/) [ LATIN AMERICA • Las Naciones Unidas en búsqueda de jóvenes innovadores en tecnología climática en América latina UN está en la búsqueda de jóvenes innovadores en América Latina que estén creando soluciones tecnológicas para mejorar la acción climática. __ ](https://www.seedstars.com/content-hub/newsroom/las-naciones-unidas-en-b%C3%BAsqueda-de-j%C3%B3venes-innovadores-en-tecnolog%C3%ADa-clim%C3%A1tica-en-am%C3%A9rica-latina/) # Let’s impact together emerging markets Having the biggest positive impact in emerging markets is our mission and purpose as a company. 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