Tech for Change Award 2026

About

A competition aimed at technology-driven startups that create measurable positive impacts in environmental, social, or health sectors, offering significant exposure and networking opportunities at the prestigious VivaTech event in Paris. Participants can gain valuable insights, pitch to investors, and compete for a grand prize that includes a free exhibition space and extensive promotional support.

Benefits

• 🌍Exposure Opportunities
  Inclusion in the Top 500 provides online and on-site visibility and exclusive networking opportunities
• 🎤Pitching Opportunities
  Top 30 startups receive a chance to present on stage at the event and connect with target audiences
• 🏆Grand Prize
  The overall winner will receive a free exhibition space at VivaTech 2027, along with a full year of networking and global promotional exposure
• 🤝Investor Access
  Top 6 finalists gain VIP access for closed-door meetings with investors during the event.

Eligibility Criteria

• Open to startups with a technology-driven business model focused on measurable positive impact in environmental, social, or health sectors
• Must be able to participate in the VivaTech event held in Paris from June 17-20, 2026
• Global participation is accepted, with no specific country restrictions mentioned.

Participation Commitments

• Must attend the VivaTech event in Paris from June 17-20, 2026
• Submission of a business model focused on measurable positive impacts in specified sectors is required
• Participation in pitch presentations if selected for the Top 30 or Top 6 categories.

Target Region

Open to global startups

Target Sector

Focused on environmental, social, and health sectors