Ugandan individuals, startups, nonprofit organizations, researchers and other innovation teams may apply under MIT Solve\'s worldwide eligibility policy. Applicants must propose a technology-based solution aligned with the challenge and demonstrate at least a functioning prototype. Eligible solutions may be at prototype, pilot, growth or scale stage. Applicants should demonstrate technical feasibility, meaningful climate impact, community engagement and a credible implementation and sustainability strategy.

MIT Solve\'s Global Climate Challenge supports technology-based solutions addressing climate change and strengthening environmental resilience. The programme seeks innovations capable of delivering measurable climate benefits while addressing the needs of affected communities.

Benefits
Every selected Solver team receives a USD 10,000 grant. Additional financing opportunities are available through MIT Solve\'s wider pool of more than USD 1 million in prizes, subject to each award\'s eligibility criteria. Eligible teams may compete for climate-relevant prizes, including the USD 150,000 Seeding the Future Prize for Climate-Positive and Equitable Food Systems. These additional prizes are competitive and not guaranteed. Selected teams also receive nine months of leadership coaching, tailored capacity development, technical assistance, partner introductions, peer networking, potential media exposure and continuing access to the Solver community. The programme includes participation in major MIT Solve events in the United States.

Requirements
Applicants must provide a complete online solution description explaining the climate problem, proposed technology, target beneficiaries, development stage, evidence of effectiveness, measurable environmental and community impact, implementation strategy, business or operating model, team qualifications and plans for financial sustainability and scale. The submission must demonstrate alignment with the climate challenge, human-centered design and technical feasibility.

How to apply
Access the official MIT Solve Global Climate Challenge page and start a solution application. Create an account or sign in, complete the problem, technology, development, impact and implementation sections, and submit the application by November 2, 2026, at 12:00 p.m. Eastern Standard Time. Selected applicants advance through expert judging, finalist presentations and Solver selection.