The GCIP Global Pitching Awards 2026 celebrates the top cleantech innovators emerging from the Cleantech Days Global Pitching Competition. After two competitive rounds, including a public pitching session at IVECF, the most outstanding ventures from GCIP accelerator cohorts across eight countries will be recognized for excellence in innovation, scalability, and climate impact. Awards include Overall Winners (Emerging start-ups and growth/post revenue category), Runners-Up, and Special Mentions for Environmental Impact as well as Gender and Youth Leadership.

More than a celebration, the ceremony highlights how entrepreneurial solutions contribute directly to the global energy and climate transition. By recognizing national champions on an international stage, the session strengthens visibility, inspires collaboration, and reinforces the role of SMEs in advancing low-carbon transformation.