Accelerating Climate Solutions

LACI empowers cleantech startups via hand-on support, funding and pilot opportunities, and an unmatched network.

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Choose the support that fits where you are and where you're headed next.

Startup Incubation

Structured program for cleantech startups focusing on pilot design and funding, and tactical support on financing and investment with a curriculum element.

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Market Access

Pilots can transform your business and scale your impact. Get support with customers, public agencies, executive mentors, and communities.

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Funding & Investor Relations

Get hands-on support in your capital strategy, introductions to investors, and access equity and debt financing through LACI Impact Funds and LACI Debt Fund.

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Impact That Speaks for Itself

Over more than 10 years we have helped companies
lead the way in early-stage climate innovation.

1B+

in outside funding raised by LACI startups

500K+

metric tons CO₂e avoided

500+

startups accelerated since launch

3,000+

jobs created across our ecosystem

$730+M

raised in long term economic impact

Inside the Program

Founders from all backgrounds and industries are building with LACI. Hear more about their journey.

The pilot grant gave us the confidence and capital to validate our assumptions in the real world. Their team not only provided funding but also brought mentorship, visibility, and community. It was during our pilot that we uncovered the strategic insight that reshaped our business model. I wholeheartedly recommend the program to any entrepreneur building toward climate solutions.

Lauryn Morris | Founder, NICE

Meet Our Founders

Are LACI Programs a Fit for You?

We're looking for game-changing innovators. Sound like you?

You’re building a cleantech, climate, or sustainability-focused product or service

You’re looking for pilot opportunities and based in, or seeking gain traction in, the Southern California market

You’re beyond idea-stage, with a concept, prototype, or MVP

You’re passionate about equity, community, and decarbonization

Find the Right Program

Ideas to Pilot Deployment

LACI is your long-term partner.
Our team works with startup founders at every stage of their journey.

Stages

1. Ideation & Validation

Refine your business model with coaching, resources, and a community of peers.

2. Early-Stage Support

Access expert mentorship, hands-on workshops, and funding pathways.

3. Pilot & Launch

Test and deploy your solution with support from city agencies, utilities and corporate partners.

4. Scale & Connect

Get investor connections and direct investment, and new market entry support in Los Angeles and in New York.

Our Network, Your Advantage

Join a powerful network of partners, funders and government leaders

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