Women in Climate and Energy Fellowship

“ There is no better way to gain the confidence and skills you need to be a climate entrepreneur than the WICEF programme. Surrounded by a selection of amazing women it was incredible how much growth and transformation this programme can give to you. ”

“ The WICEF program is unique in the way it creates a truly supportive environment. Not only did the women in my cohort have amazing credentials and backgrounds, they were also so generous in their willingness to help me with my journey. It’s wonderful to be part of a group of women championing women! ”

“ WICEF has given me the tools to ideate, test, and fund whatever climate-tech ideas I want to pursue. It's taught me to arm myself against imposter syndrome, to fail successfully, and to find helpers along the way. The team have cultivated a supportive and self-driven environment to learn among a group of women I know I'll stay in touch with long after this program has ended. Take the leap! You won't regret it. ”

“ Whether your goal is to develop an existing idea, formulate an idea or bring design thinking and entrepreneurship to your existing role, the fellowship will have you thinking beyond what you thought you were capable of and will connect you with the most supportive powerhouse network you can imagine. Warning - not encouraged for people wanting to stay on a predictable career trajectory, but, if you’re ready to really explore what you are capable of, jump at any chance to be in this program! ”

“ The WICEF program has helped me gather the answers I needed and the confidence required to start testing my ideas for my clean energy startup - and most importantly confirmed that I can take on the climate change challenge. If you're looking for key insights into clean energy disruption, entrepreneurial skills and understanding the startup journey - this is the program for you. ”

“ For me, the WICEF Program was transformative. I had always been interested in innovation and start-ups, but lacked the courage and knowledge to contemplate going out on my own. After it, I am wiser, more open to the vulnerability of the process, and am clear in what methods I need to take to test my ideas. Plus, I now have an instant network of supporters to help me through it! ”

“ The WICEF experience is not a superficial networking opportunity. It's a community of passionate women who want to go against the grain, pursue entrepreneurship, inspire, and be inspired. This experience has not only exposed me to the initial steps for developing a startup but has empowered me with the confidence to actively pursue my idea and support the global transition to a zero-carbon world. ”

“ EnergyLab have thoughtfully curated an experience for women interested in clean energy entrepreneurship. This program covers key topics every up and coming start-up should be aware of and provides tools and resources for taking the first steps. It also offers unique opportunities to meet founders of some of the most successful start-ups in the clean energy space in a setting that is relaxing and fosters genuine collaboration. ”

“ WICEF has been a very enticing journey. I went into the fellowship without an idea or expectation and came out of it with a co-founder and a startup idea. To future WICEF-ers, go with an open mind and be ready to have fun! ”

“ A safe, inclusive, and positive environment for our diverse group to push our understanding of who we are and what we're capable of. I came into this experience not sure whether or not I was smart enough/capable enough/resilient enough to found a company and 3 months later I've been taught some amazing techniques to overcome imposter syndrome, round out my skills in entrepreneurship and build an amazing network of like-minded women. Killing it!!! ”