Ghana Climate Innovation Centre
AcceleratorAccra · Pre-Seed–Growth
Investment thesis
GCIC works to build a climate-resilient economy in Ghana by supporting climate-focused entrepreneurs and advocating for enabling government policies. Its incubation programs target ventures in energy efficiency, renewable energy, climate-smart agriculture, waste management, and water purification. The center runs multiple partner-funded tracks, offering business development support and grants (up to €10,000 through the GIZ-funded Green Business Competitions), plus a Women Entrepreneurs Transformation Program and a Standard Chartered Foundation Women in Tech Accelerator. It also partners with organizations like Farmerline to extend incubation to agribusinesses. GCIC additionally advises larger companies seeking to green their operations and promotes public awareness of the green economy.
Source: firm website, verified Aug 3, 2026.
What they invest in
from 1 of 1 portfolio companiesAgTech ×1B2B Marketplaces ×1Cloud Computing ×1
HQs:Ghana×1
Portfolio companies · 1 tracked
alumni founders can tell you what the program is really likeFarmerline provides smallholder farmers in West Africa access to quality agricultural inputs, training, and market connections through a digital platform (Mergdata) and field agents, enabling them to increase income and productivity.
AgTechB2B MarketplacesCloud ComputingGhana, GH
Lily Akorfa Keledorme(Head of Impact and Learning)
Frequently asked questions
- What stage does Ghana Climate Innovation Centre invest at?
- Ghana Climate Innovation Centre invests at the Pre-Seed, Seed, Series A, Series B, Series C, Growth stages.
- What sectors does Ghana Climate Innovation Centre focus on?
- Ghana Climate Innovation Centre focuses on AgTech, Circular Economy, Cleantech, Climate Tech, Energy, Impact & Social Good.
- Where is Ghana Climate Innovation Centre located?
- Ghana Climate Innovation Centre is headquartered in Accra, GH.
Media · Podcasts & interviews
from their channelGamel Clodin - Green Business Competitions for MSMEs
Ghana Climate Innovation Center
Doorstep Waste Management - Green Business Competitions for MSMEs
Ghana Climate Innovation Center
Mushfam Ghana Limited - Green Business Competitions for MSMEs
Ghana Climate Innovation Center
Green Space Ghana - Green Business Competitions for MSMEs
Ghana Climate Innovation Center
Nokware Skincare - Green Business Competitions for MSMEs
Ghana Climate Innovation Center
Kaeme: Female Carbon Savers | A Global Affairs Canada SURGE Program Story
Ghana Climate Innovation Center
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