Innovating for Queensland’s sustainable future.
Low Carbon Accelerator
Working with our most dynamic entrepreneurs to deliver low carbon solutions.
The Low Carbon Accelerator is an initiative by the Queensland Government and a commitment to work with our most dynamic entrepreneurs to address key decarbonisation challenges for the Queensland economy.
Net Zero by 2050
Queensland is taking strong action on climate change, with many initiatives taking place across tourism, built environment, energy, resources, manufacturing, transport and our agriculture and food systems.
Innovation is vital to meet our targets and to help our industries become more resilient and capitalise on future opportunities.
Visit the Queensland Government’s Climate Action Plan website to read more.
The Queensland Government is committed to playing its part in the global effort to address climate change and has set a target of zero net emissions by 2050, with an interim target of at least 30% below 2005 levels by 2030 and a 50% renewable energy target by 2030.
Are you ready to take your product to the next level and help Queensland meet its emissions reduction targets?
The program
If you are an ambitious and innovative founder or product owner seeking to work with Queensland industries to achieve net zero, the Low Carbon Accelerator will surround you with the expertise, and networks to help you succeed.
Selected companies will have a chance to receive grant funding and guidance for successful deployment of Proof-of-Concept projects with an industry partner.
Applications are closed for the 2022/23 program. The first cohort will take place in the period of October 2022 to March 2023.
Bootcamp
Stage one comprises a two-day Bootcamp to pitch your product and assess your market-readiness.
Growth Lab
Stage two is a six-week Growth Lab program to develop a business case for early market implementation.
Proof-of-Concept
Stage three is a six-week funded Proof-of-Concept program to execute on a pilot opportunity with an industry customer.
Program benefits
Accelerated market and industry access
Sustainability frameworks and tools
$10,000 grants for business case development
$20,000 - $80,000 grants for Proof-of-Concept projects
12-week business support program
Tailored to low-carbon businesses
World-class mentorship and expertise
Startup offers and perks
Access to a growing network of stakeholders and low-carbon specialists
Flexible participation (virtual and in-person)
Travel stipend for in-person events
The Low Carbon Accelerator brings together the brightest and most daring minds from across Queensland to address key de-carbonisation challenges for the Queensland economy. This program brings together innovators, industry and government to collaboratively push frontiers. Program benefits for participants include:
The program will commence with a two-day in person bootcamp in Brisbane. Businesses based in regional Queensland will be eligible for a travel stipend to attend.
Design developed by Boyd Blackman, a Butchulla and Birri Birri man, featuring the artwork of Elaine Chambers, a Koa (Guwa) and Kuku Yalanji woman.
Acknowledgement of Country
All Parties associated with the Low Carbon Accelerator acknowledge Aboriginal peoples and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the Traditional Owners and custodians of the land. We recognise their connection to land, sea and community, and pay our respects to Elders past, present and emerging.