CSIRO's India Australia RISE Accelerator

About

The India Australia RISE Accelerator is a unique program designed to support Australian startups and SMEs with renewable energy technologies, providing them with essential resources, funding opportunities, and market insights to successfully expand into the Indian market, with applications open until June 30, 2025.

Benefits

• 💰Financial Support
  Up to $135k non-equity grant subject to milestones
• 📈Market Insights
  Market, cultural, and regulatory insights
• 🤝Networking Opportunities
  Connections to partners and customers
• 🧑‍🏫 Mentorship & Expertise
  Engagement with mentors, funders, suppliers, and researchers
• 🧪Pilot & Validation
  Opportunity to pilot and validate technology in a new market
• 🔍Funding Visibility
  Visibility of joint-innovation funds and grants

Eligibility Criteria

• Headquartered or domiciled in Australia
• Registered for GST
• Incorporated in Australia with ABN and ACN
• Revenue not exceeding A$20 million in the last three financial years
• Technology or solution aligns with RISE Accelerator challenge statements
• Technology at TRL 7 or higher (considering TRL 5-6 with potential)

Target Region

Australia

Target Sector

Renewable Energy