Empowering climate entrepreneurs across the Pacific Northwest through collaboration and community driven solutions
AT THE FOREFRONT OF THE CLIMATE CRISIS
VertueLab helps climate tech entrepreneurs launch and grow with funding, experienced mentorship, and key partnerships. By uniting entrepreneurs, investors, and communities most impacted by climate change, we strengthen the networks that power climate innovation in the Pacific Northwest.
CORE PRINCIPLES
Community Leadership
Those most affected by climate change know what works. We partner with communities to co-design solutions, address their challenges, and build resilience with technology that meets their needs.
Real World Impact
We support entrepreneurs as they navigate the complex work of getting out of the lab and into the real world by providing tailored technical assistance and funding support.
Shared Prosperity
We support entrepreneurs who understand that sustainability and prosperity go hand in hand. The innovations we support are growing the workforce and showing that climate action drives economic growth in the Pacific Northwest.
Who we serve
Early-stage climate tech entrepreneurs
Researchers/scientists
Tech entrepreneurs
Hardware startups
Software startups
Our Programs
Funding Assistance
Unlocking the non-dilutive funding available to early-stage startups via federal grants can be overwhelming.
Our team can help you identify, navigate, and apply for funding opportunities for your startup at no cost.
Created in collaboration with Tabor 100 and Prosper Portland, 45Camp serves Black, Indigenous, People of Color entrepreneurs in Oregon and Washington.
45Camp Accelerator
BizLite Online Learning
BizLite Online Learning is a free, self-paced online course designed for early or new entrepreneurs to provide foundational knowledge on building and growing your business.
Climate Impact Fund
Our Climate Impact Fund invests in emissions-reducing startups at critical times to help them survive the valley of death where traditional investing fails.