Google’s Startups for Sustainable Development Program 2025

Google’s Startups for Sustainable Development program supports a global ecosystem of impact-focused startups. The program builds community and supports startups with advisors, funding, and platform technology. The 17 SDGs are used as the framework for measuring impact. The program is not time-bound, so as to support startups in their mission for long-term impact at scale.

• Table of Content
• About Google
• Google’s Startups for Sustainable Development Program
• Requirements for Google’s Startups for Sustainable Development Program Qualification
• Application Deadline
• How to Apply

Google’s Startups for Sustainable Development Program

Requirements for Google’s Startups for Sustainable Development Program Qualification

To be considered for the program, your startup should meet the following criteria

• Impact-Driven:  addressing one or more of the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in a direct, measurable way
• Technology-First (software or hardware): Have a technology-based product or service with an innovative angle. We are especially interested in startups leveraging AI.
• Proven Traction: Applicants should be past the “idea stage”, have at least Proof of Concept, MVP a plus
• Scalable Model: Demonstrate the potential for significant growth and impact at scale
• Team: For profit startups with full-time founders

Advisors

Expert guidance can unblock, accelerate, and inspire. Startups are matched within our network of experts for advice, mentorship, and support across a range of domains and subject matters. 

Funding

Startups need to be funded for scale. We connect them to the funding ecosystem, including venture capital and other investment partners, to secure the funding that supports their impact goals.

Technology

Sustainable development can only scale with access to scalable technology platforms. From open datasets to cutting edge AI, we bring to startups the best of research to take them to the next level.

Application Deadline

How to Apply

• Once your application is submitted, please expect a ~1-4 week turn around time on application review and follow up.
• If the team moves forward with your application, Google will invite you to the next onboarding session.
• If you face issues submitting this application, contact us at [email protected]

For more details, visit Google Program webpage