The Climate Venture Scaler is a flagship initiative of UNDP’s Climate Finance Network (CFN), developed in partnership with Impact Investment Exchange (IIX). Designed to accelerate growth-stage climate ventures across Southeast Asia, the programme initially focuses on Cambodia, Laos, and Malaysia. Its purpose is to strengthen climate-focused enterprises by enhancing their business models, improving financial readiness, and connecting them directly with investors. By supporting enterprises that deliver mitigation and adaptation solutions, the programme aims to drive climate resilience, green innovation, and inclusive economic development. Gender equality serves as a cross-cutting priority throughout the initiative, ensuring that climate action advances social equity. The Climate Venture Scaler is now accepting applications, with the deadline set for 12 January 2026. Programme Goal and Vision The initiative seeks to expand the pipeline of investable climate ventures across Southeast Asia. While a growing number of enterprises are developing impactful climate solutions, many struggle to transition from early-stage funding to securing institutional capital. The Climate Venture Scaler bridges this gap by equipping enterprises with tailored technical assistance, investment readiness support, impact management expertise, and targeted investor engagement. By nurturing the next generation of climate innovators, the programme contributes directly to regional efforts to strengthen resilience, reduce emissions, and promote sustainable economic growth. Key Objectives The Climate Venture Scaler is structured around four core objectives: Build a strong pipeline: Identify and support high-potential climate ventures operating in Cambodia, Laos, and Malaysia. Mentorship for shortlisted enterprises: Provide investment readiness coaching and impact management guidance to 20 shortlisted enterprises. Facilitate investment commitments: Connect enterprises with investors through targeted engagement and matchmaking. Strengthen the impact investment ecosystem: Link small and medium-sized enterprises with capital providers, policy partners, and other ecosystem actors. These objectives reinforce the programme’s commitment to enabling scalable climate solutions that are both financially sustainable and socially inclusive. Eligibility Criteria The programme is seeking growth-stage small and medium-sized enterprises that meet the following criteria: Operate primarily in Cambodia, Laos, or Malaysia. Are for-profit entities delivering climate mitigation or adaptation solutions. Demonstrate measurable environmental and social impact. Have a clear path to scale and profitability. Intend to raise investment within the next one to two years. Enterprises working across renewable energy, energy efficiency, climate-smart agriculture, resilient urban solutions, circular economy models, and climate technology services are encouraged to apply. Why the Programme Matters There is a substantial global finance gap for climate adaptation, with needs exceeding USD 310 billion annually. Many promising ventures struggle to access the capital required to grow beyond the pilot stage. By identifying and preparing enterprises for investment, the Climate Venture Scaler plays a vital role in closing this financing gap. Its regional focus ensures that climate ventures in Cambodia, Laos, and Malaysia gain visibility among global and regional investors. As these enterprises scale, they contribute to job creation, resilience building, reduced emissions, and enhanced gender equality. The programme thus strengthens local economies while accelerating climate action. The Journey for Participating Enterprises The Climate Venture Scaler guides enterprises through a structured five-step process: Submit Application: Share details about the enterprise, impact model, and investment goals. Shortlisting: The top 20 enterprises are selected for mentorship. Access Support: Receive tailored guidance on investment readiness and impact management. Investor Engagement: Participate in investor matchmaking sessions. Scale Impact: Secure investment and expand the reach of the enterprise’s climate solutions. To increase awareness and encourage participation, roadshow events are held across Laos, Cambodia, Malaysia, and through online information sessions. Partnership and Programme Support The Climate Venture Scaler forms part of UNDP’s Climate Finance Network, a regional programme supported by the governments of the United Kingdom (through the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office) and Sweden (through Sida). The initiative also draws support from Norway. The CFN operates as a peer-to-peer network and technical support facility, working with Ministries of Finance, sector ministries, sub-national governments, private sector actors, and development partners to identify and scale climate finance. Its mandate aligns closely with the goals of the Climate Venture Scaler, enabling an integrated approach to strengthening the climate investment ecosystem. Implementation of the programme is carried out in partnership with IIX, a global pioneer in impact investing known for advancing sustainable development, gender equality, and climate action through innovative finance. VISIT OFFICIAL WEBSITE TO APPLY For more opportunities such as these please follow us on Facebook, Instagram , WhatsApp, Twitter, LinkedIn and Telegram Disclaimer: Global South Opportunities (GSO) is not the hiring organization. For any inquiries, please contact the official organization directly. Please do not send your applications to GSO, as we are unable to process them. 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