Microsoft Entrepreneurship for Positive Impact and the Solar Impulse Foundation are united by a shared commitment to accelerate sustainable innovation. Together, we aim to empower innovative entrepreneurs addressing our world’s most pressing challenges, dedicated to creating positive impact on the planet to achieve more for the common good, offering them enhanced support and opportunities to scale their impact. This collaboration bridges technology and sustainability, leveraging our unique strengths to foster a thriving ecosystem of impactful startups.

Through joint initiatives, such as webinars, expert sessions, and mentoring, we will provide startups with the tools, knowledge, and network necessary to support in scaling their sustainable solutions. Together, we are committed to accelerating the adoption of clean technologies and drive positive social impact.

• Accelerated path to recognition: expedite your journey to gaining the Solar Impulse Efficient Solution Label with dedicated support.
• Investor connectivity: connect with investors and present your innovations through exclusive e-pitch sessions.
• Access to expertise: gain valuable insights through expert-led webinars and tailored educational sessions.
• Mutual promotion and visibility: boost your startup's visibility and engagement through joint promotional efforts and featured events.

By joining the Microsoft Entrepreneurship for Positive Impact program, you will receive support from Microsoft for your positive impact start-up, as well as privileged access to the resources of the Solar Impulse Foundation.

Benefits from Microsoft Entrepreneurship for Positive Impact

1. Participants: open to any tech-centered positive impact startup at any time via Microsoft Founders Hub.
2. Technology: get up to $150K (USD) to use toward free access to the latest generative AI models, including OpenAI GPT-4 Access to Microsoft ecosystem & technology support.
3. Network: access a global community of like-minded innovators via Linked In, and impactful content like newsletters and webinars to drive positive change.

Apply here for the EfPI.

Benefits from the Solar Impulse Label

1. Credibility and Recognition: gain international recognition and validation from a reputable organisation, enhancing your solution's credibility and increasing visibility among potential investors, partners, and customers.
2. Network Opportunities: access a global network of experts, innovators, and industry leaders, fostering valuable connections that can lead to collaborations, funding opportunities, and business growth.
3. Impact and Sustainability: showcase your commitment to sustainability and positive impact, aligning your solution with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, and contributing to a more sustainable and prosperous future.

Apply here for the Label

The Solar Impulse Foundation's Independent Experts are a distinguished group selected for their extensive experience across sectors like industrial processes, mobility, agrifood, construction, and utilities. Each expert brings over a decade of hands-on involvement in their field, ensuring a rigorous and insightful evaluation process.

Their unwavering commitment to our mission is evident through their continuous engagement and contribution to assessing solutions. These experts, with diverse backgrounds and a shared passion for sustainability, play a crucial role in awarding the Solar Impulse Efficient Solution Label. Their expertise ensures that each solution is thoroughly evaluated, advancing technologies that are both environmentally and economically viable.