Gener8tor Cox Cleantech

Program Type: In-person
Location: Atlanta, GA
Investment: $100,000
Program Duration: 12 weeks
Stage: Early Stage, High-growth
Industry of Focus: Sustainability, Cleantech, Climate Tech

Key Highlights

Program Overview

The Cox Cleantech Accelerator invests $100,000 into five innovative and high-growth startups leading the charge in sustainability and climate tech solutions. This bi-annual program, sponsored by Cox Enterprises and gener8tor, provides capital, expertise, and connections to help cleantech companies grow into successful enterprises that positively impact the environment.

Diversity, Inclusion, and Exclusion

The program engages with founders who reflect the diverse communities impacted by climate change and strongly encourages founders from underrepresented communities to apply.

Investment Details

Selected teams will receive a $100,000 investment directly into the current round (if raising) or an uncapped convertible bridge note to be converted into the next round (if not currently raising).

Benefits Details and Perks/Credits

• Access to gener8tor’s global network of mentors and investors
• Mentorship and business expertise from Cox Cleantech
• 12 weeks of individualized coaching and mentorship
• Connections to corporate partners and investors
• Atlanta-based enterprise pilots
• Relationships within the cohort and gener8tor alumni community

Program Format

The program runs for 12 weeks, from July 31st, 2025, to October 31st, 2025, and includes one-on-one meetings with mentors, serial entrepreneurs, investors, and industry experts.

Location or Relocation Requirements

Startups must be willing to spend the majority of the program in Atlanta, GA. The cohort will be hosted at Ponce City Market.

Cohort Size and Program Frequency

The program invests in five companies per cohort and runs bi-annually.

Company Types Requirements

Applications are welcome from startups focused on solving, mitigating, or adapting to climate and environmental crises.

Founding Team Preferences

The program seeks passionate and dedicated founders, particularly those from underrepresented communities.