Heba Aguib

The RESPOND Accelerator is an international startup acceleration program for deep-tech climate startups. We support founders from across the globe to accelerate and scale businesses that contribute to the transition towards a net-zero economy. RESPOND is designed to equip entrepreneurs with a holistic set of skills that go beyond business and technology development. We center our efforts on leadership development, providing entrepreneurs with the space they need to take a long-term, systemic perspective to building businesses that contribute to global sustainability goals. To date, we have worked with 50 startups from 17 different countries across the globe. Applications for the 2025 cohort open on November 1st.