Imagine H2O is a global nonprofit accelerator focused exclusively on advancing water innovation. The organization supports water technology startups through mentorship, funding, and market access to address critical water challenges including climate change, water scarcity, health, and resource efficiency. With over a decade of impact, Imagine H2O has supported 270 startups from 30 countries, helping them raise over $1.3 billion in funding while achieving an 80% startup survival rate.
The organization operates flagship programs including its core Accelerator, Imagine H2O Asia, and the Water Innovation Pilot Fund. Through catalytic capital and technical assistance, Imagine H2O has designed and funded projects around the world, partnering with major philanthropies like The Coca-Cola Foundation. Their portfolio companies now provide water solutions to over 1.1 billion people globally, tackling issues from droughts and floods to safe water access for vulnerable populations.
Imagine H2O backs water entrepreneurs with scalable solutions addressing four key impact areas: tackling climate change, expanding water access, advancing resource circularity and efficiency, and improving health. The organization focuses on removing barriers to scale by connecting startups with utilities and corporate water users who can deploy their technologies.
They believe water challenges can be solved through ingenuity, commitment, and entrepreneurial action, approaching water issues with optimism and focusing on bringing innovations from idea to implementation through comprehensive support including mentorship, market connections, and pilot funding.
Comprehensive Accelerator Programs
Access to flagship accelerator programs including the core Accelerator and Imagine H2O Asia, providing mentorship, funding, and market connections to scale water innovations globally.
Water Innovation Pilot Fund
De-risking support through catalytic funding paired with technical assistance, having funded 29 projects across 22 countries with $2.3M in deployment funding since 2023.
Market Access to Tech Adopters
Direct connections to 30+ utilities and corporate water users, removing barriers to scale by facilitating partnerships with end-users who can deploy innovative water technologies.
Proven Track Record
80% startup survival rate with portfolio companies reaching over 1.1 billion people and raising $1.3B+ in funding across 270 startups from 30 countries.
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