Vision
Sustainable Enterprises and Climate Resilient Communities
We envision thriving enterprises driving inclusive growth while strengthening the resilience of communities.
Catalyzing Climate Entrepreneurship in Africa
The Climate Challenge
Climate Change remains one of the world's greatest existential threats, with Africa bearing a disproportionate burden despite contributing the least to global emissions. Rising temperatures, unpredictable weather patterns, and environmental degradation threaten livelihoods, economies, and the very fabric of our communities.
2.6%
of Kenya's GDP loss annually by 2030 due to climate impacts
Key Impact Areas:
- Environmental Degradation
- Biodiversity Loss
- Water & Air Pollution
Climate Action
Ecosystem Restoration
Water Security
Risk Mitigation
Join the Founders Collective
The Founders Collective is an exclusive alumni community bringing together climate entrepreneurs committed to building resilient businesses, creating impact, and driving Africa's green transition. Designed for enterprises ready for their next stage of growth, the network provides continued access to opportunities, partnerships, knowledge, and a vibrant community of innovators.
Why Join?
Grow your business
Expert support, strategic guidance, and connections to finance, markets, and opportunities.
Expand your network
Connect with fellow founders, industry leaders, investors, and development partners.
Scale with confidence
Exclusive opportunities that accelerate enterprise growth and unlock new markets.
Learn continuously
Industry insights, expert-led sessions, practical resources, and emerging trends.
Increase your visibility
Showcase your enterprise through KCIC platforms, events, media, and networking.
Exclusive member benefits
Preferential pricing, partner discounts, and value-added services for your business.
The Founders Collective is more than an alumni network—it's a community that empowers climate entrepreneurs to continue innovating, growing, and creating lasting impact. Become part of a network that's shaping the future of climate innovation.
Register todayOur Foundation
The purpose and principles that shape how KCIC supports enterprises, ecosystems, and climate-resilient communities.
Mission
Catalyzing Climate Entrepreneurship in Africa
We back entrepreneurs, partners, and market actors building practical climate solutions with long-term impact.
Core Values
The principles that shape how we serve, partner, and deliver impact.
People-centric, inclusivity, professionalism, integrity, innovation, and collaboration guide our decisions and relationships.
Our Impact Journey
Thirteen years of measurable progress and the targets guiding our next phase of growth.
57,517
Jobs Created
56% women owned
3,500+
SMEs Supported
2,730 incubated/accelerated
$63M
Leveraged
For supported enterprises
73
Policy Initiatives
Legislative reforms & advocacy
507,149
Tonnes CO2 Mitigated
67%
Commercialization Rate
For incubated enterprises
$85M
Revenue Generated
By supported enterprises
3
Awards
Recent recognition (2024/2025)
Awards & Recognition
Celebrating milestones from our ecosystem partners and industry bodies
SME Enabler of the Year 2024/2025
KEPSA
Circular Economy Financier of the Year
2024 CE Conference
Green Economy Champion of the Year
2025
News & Insights
Latest episode of Sustainably Speaking Africa, with more conversations and newsroom stories alongside it.
Latest podcast
Sustainably Speaking Africa
More episodes
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Announcements·August 28, 2026
Growing Against the Odds, Inside Machakos’ Green Fields
The first thing you notice as you drive into Mwala Sub-County is the heat. The sun beats down on the brown, dusty earth, a familiar landscape in this semi-arid part of Machakos where rainfall is scarce and water is precious.
Success Stories·August 06, 2026
KCIC Supports Nakuru County to Strengthen Waste Management Policy for a Circular Economy
The Kenya Climate Innovation Center (KCIC), through its Sustainable Waste Innovation for a Future in Transition (SWIFT) programme, is supporting Nakuru County to improve its waste management policy and legislative framework as part of broader efforts to accelerate Kenya's transition to a circular economy.
Announcements·August 03, 2026
Sheria ya Vijana Bootcamp Equips Youth-Led Organizations to Build Climate-Smart, Investment-Ready Enterprises
Forty youth-led organizations from Nairobi and Kwale Counties have completed a five-day Sheria ya Vijana Bootcamp, strengthening their capacity to transform innovative green and digital ideas into sustainable, investment-ready enterprises
Our Partners
Collaborating with world-class organizations to accelerate climate innovation