Techstars Alabama EnergyTech

Program Type: In-person
Location: Birmingham, Alabama
Investment: $220,000
Equity Taken: 5% of the company in common stock plus the future value of the $200,000 uncapped MFN Safe
Program Duration: 13 weeks
Stage: Early Stage

Industry of Focus

• Climate Tech
• Cleantech
• Energy
• Smart Cities

Key Highlights

Program Overview

The Techstars Alabama EnergyTech Accelerator, powered by Alabama Power, is focused on supporting startups in Climate Tech, Clean Tech, and Energy Efficiency, including energy distribution, smart grids, and wind energy. Located in Birmingham, Alabama, this program offers access to the full Techstars experience, a diverse support system, and proximity to one of America's largest energy producers.

Diversity, Inclusion, and Exclusion

The program believes that diversity and inclusivity are essential for innovation and welcomes founders of all backgrounds. It has a track record of hosting founders from all across the world, aiming to facilitate an accelerator where culture is welcomed.

Investment Details

The program offers a $220,000 investment, which includes $200,000 through an uncapped MFN Safe and $20,000 through a Post-Money Convertible Equity Agreement (CEA). Techstars receives 5% of the company in common stock plus the future value of the $200,000 uncapped MFN Safe.

Benefits Details and Perks/Credits

• Access to the Techstars network of investors, partners, mentors, and alumni
• Funding and fundraising opportunities
• Workshops and curated resources
• Mentorship from industry leaders
• Valuable perks from partners

Program Format

The program runs for three months, starting on September 8th, 2025, and includes a Demo Day on December 4th, 2025. Activities include mentor meetings, workshops, masterclasses, and intensive pitch practice.

Location or Relocation Requirements

The program is held in person in Birmingham, Alabama.

Post-Program Engagement

Mentors often continue to work with companies after the program ends, providing ongoing support and guidance.

Company Types Requirements

The program is looking for startups developing innovative solutions in Climate Tech, Clean Tech, and Energy Efficiency, including renewable energy, smart grids, and sustainability.

Founding Team Preferences

The program emphasizes the importance of a strong team, looking for founders who can demonstrate their persistence, ability to learn, and why they are the best people to make their company succeed.

We are focused on supporting startups working within Climate Tech, Clean Tech, and Energy Efficiency, such as; energy distribution, smart grids, and wind energy. While we hold an EnergyTech scope if you have a startup in similar areas or with a connection to customer experience, we're the accelerator for you. Apply today to start the conversation!
Today, Techstars is introducing an improved accelerator investment offer for companies accepted into our future accelerator programs. This improved offer of a $220,000* investment comes with all the benefits of our 3-month mentorship-driven accelerator program, valuable perks from our partners, and access to our world-class network of investors, partners, mentors, and alumni.

The $220,000 offer is made up of two components, including $200,000 through an uncapped MFN Safe and $20,000 through a Post-Money Convertible Equity Agreement (CEA). The total equity Techstars receives will be 5% of the company in common stock plus the future value of the $200,000 uncapped MFN Safe. For example, if your next round is valued at $20M pre-money, the $200,000 MFN Safe would then convert into 1% additional ownership at that time.

Our new offer gives founders more capital, better alignment, and a simpler and more easily comparable structure, enabling them to arrive at their next funding round with greater momentum.
Techstars accelerators have one goal: to help founders succeed. During each three-month program, we surround companies with the best mentors and an unrivaled network of corporate partners, investors, and alumni. We provide funding and fundraising opportunities, workshops and curated resources, not to mention countless moments where you can learn from your peers. It’s a proven model that’s helped build thousands of successful companies, all over the world.