Imagine H2O's accelerator supports early-stage water startups from around the world for seven months, from April to November 2027, with mentors, virtual training, introductions to water utilities and investors, and invitations to its pilot funding scheme. It takes no equity. Startups must be under 10 years old, with less than US$5 million in revenue and less than US$10 million in equity investment. Applications close on 20 November 2026.
Who can apply
Nationality
Imagine H2O says the accelerator is open to global applicants and lists no country restriction. A startup from Tunisia can apply.
Company
The company must have been in operation for less than 10 years, with under US$5 million in annual revenue and under US$10 million in equity investment.
Sector
The programme is for early-stage startups with water solutions: technologies, commercialisation and entry into new markets.
Funding and what it does not cover
The accelerator takes no equity. Imagine H2O does not publish a programme fee or a cash award. Startups can be invited to its Water Innovation Pilot Fund, which funds pilot projects; the amounts are not published.
Covered
Mentors and virtual training sessions
Introductions to water utilities, companies and investors
