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Transforming the Future: Our Vision for 2030

Allison Fagerson

At 1000 Gretas, we’re on a transformative journey—one fueled by innovation, equity, and the relentless pursuit of a sustainable future. Over the past four years, with the unwavering support of our community, we have laid the groundwork for a bold new chapter: empowering 10,000 climate entrepreneurs by the end of the decade. This ambitious vision isn’t just a milestone; it’s a testament to the power of entrepreneurship as a force for global change.


Our Impact Theory of Change

At the heart of our work lies a simple but powerful premise: entrepreneurship can be the lever that drives meaningful impact and opportunity. By nurturing the next generation of climate innovators, we aim to:

  • Reduce the global carbon footprint by 10Gt

  • Mitigate climate risk for 1 billion people

  • Build adaptation and resilience for a sustainable future

  • Foster a movement of diverse, impact-driven founders


Key Strategies for Driving Change

To turn this vision into reality, we’ve developed a comprehensive approach built on three pillars: viability, growth, and impact. Here’s how we’re making it happen:

  1. Sourcing High-Quality Entrepreneurs: With a global reach spanning 78 countries, we’ve demonstrated our ability to identify and support top-tier talent. Our partnerships with accelerators, venture capital firms, and universities have been instrumental in this effort.

  2. Education for Sustainable Success: We provide early-stage founders with training in sustainable business practices and entrepreneurship. This education lays the foundation for long-term impact and equips entrepreneurs with the tools they need to thrive.

  3. Progressive Grants for Momentum: Our unique granting strategy incentivizes founders to engage deeply with our educational programming. By offering incremental funding, we help startups gain traction while strengthening their pitches and expanding their networks.

  4. Enhancing Success Rates: Through a blend of AI-powered and human mentoring, we’ve increased the acceptance rates of our entrepreneurs into downstream accelerators from 2% to 25%, setting them on a path to long-term success.

  5. Championing Diversity and Inclusion: Over 80% of our founders come from underrepresented groups. By empowering these voices, we’re building a more equitable ecosystem for climate entrepreneurship.


Lessons Learned

Our journey so far has provided invaluable insights:

  • Small grants can catalyze early-stage ventures, providing the resources and social proof needed for traction.

  • A combination of mentoring and connections significantly enhances entrepreneurs’ chances of success in competitive programs.

  • With minimal resources, we’ve built an impactful model—but scaling requires investment. To grow our reach and amplify our impact, we need more financial and human capital.


Partnering with CrowdSolve

Our partnership with CrowdSolve, a platform dedicated to accelerating climate startups, has been a game-changer. Together, we’re fostering a vibrant ecosystem that includes:

  • 500+ climate startup founders

  • 165 mentors

  • 45 accelerator partnerships

  • 70 venture capital partners


By bridging our organizations, we’re creating a seamless pipeline for climate startups to access grants, mentorship, and capital—a win for everyone involved.


Join Us in Shaping the Future

As we look to 2025, our immediate goal is to raise $50,000 to build momentum toward our 2025 target of $500,000. These funds will enable us to support 1,000 climate innovators next year and take significant strides toward our 2030 vision.

We are thrilled to announce matching funds from Donor.Money, doubling the impact of every dollar contributed. Whether through donations, mentorship, or simply sharing our mission, your involvement makes a difference.

Let’s create a future where climate entrepreneurship thrives, innovation flourishes, and a sustainable planet is within reach.

Get Involved:

Together, we can transform our shared vision into a reality. Thank you for being part of this journey.

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