France connection
The 2026 criteria accepted either:
- a climate-tech startup headquartered and registered in France, or
- a climate-tech company in the Indo-Pacific region with a French passport-holding founder and at least 60% French ownership
Register interest
Considering Australia in 2027?
Applications for 2026 are closed.
If your climate-tech company is considering Australian market entry, register interest to hear when the next intake is announced.
Registering interest is not an application or guarantee of eligibility.
Before you register
The programme is designed for companies that are serious about entering Australia.
Final 2027 criteria are not published.
The 2026 programme required a qualifying French connection, relevant climate technology, Seed to Series B maturity, TRL 5 to 8 and genuine Australian market intent.
2026 eligibility benchmark
What the last intake looked for
These were the 2026 criteria. Treat them as a guide rather than a rule: 2027 criteria are still to be confirmed.
Technology focus
The 2026 programme covered energy, critical minerals, decarbonisation of transport, industrial decarbonisation, AgTech, land use and climate resilience, the built environment, and climate services and software.
Maturity
Seed to Series B, excluding pre-seed, with technology at TRL 5 to 8.
Australian market intent
Companies were required to be planning Australian market entry within 12 to 24 months and able to commit to five months of structured engagement.
Cost
$0
programme fee
0%
equity taken
What you should expect
This is an active market-entry programme.
The 2026 model includes virtual preparation, market mapping, mentor support, Entrepreneurs in Residence, specialist advice, company and research introductions, a substantial in-country period, prospective customer and partner meetings, industry events, investor engagement and pitch preparation.
A founder or salaried team member acts as the primary programme representative and needs enough authority to progress commercial discussions.
Participants are responsible for travel, accommodation and day-to-day living costs in Australia.
Do I need to move permanently?
No permanent relocation requirement is stated in the current programme model. The programme does, however, require a substantial period in Australia and is intended for companies seriously considering Australian market entry.
Register your interest
Registering interest is not an application or an offer of a place. We will use your details to keep you informed about the next Flagship Accelerator Programme intake.
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