The U.S. Embassy in Costa Rica announced the launch of the Coalition of Climate Entrepreneurs (CCE) hub in San Jose, Costa Rica. Dorothy McAuliffe, U.S. Department of State Special Representative for Global Partnerships, attended the event in collaboration with the PVBLIC Foundation, Cleantech Hub, and the University of Costa Rica, LCI Veritas de Costa Rica.
“The U.S. Department of State’s CCE Hub Latin America will help address the global warming crisis and develop economies in developing countries by fostering climate-focused entrepreneurship through the creation of dedicated on-campus climate hubs. It is a public-private partnership aimed at contributing to the empowerment of people.” US Embassy.
Two more hubs have been established in Guatemala and Colombia, the agency said. In Bogota, a center was established at the Externado de Colombia University, and in Guatemala, a center was established at the Rafael Landíbal University.
The embassy revealed that two-year grants totaling $260,000 will support the three locations and provide Latin American entrepreneurs with the tools to develop green and sustainable business plans. U.S. representatives also announced that financial assistance to the Costa Rican site will total approximately $80,000.
“Tackling the climate crisis has always been a top priority for the Biden-Harris administration. That’s why our office’s Climate Entrepreneurs Coalition is leveraging millions in private sector funding to That’s why we support founders around the world who value
The program features an on-campus maker space and an online platform that enhances and facilitates knowledge sharing within and between CCE hubs across the region.
“This digital infrastructure will connect entrepreneurs and partners to collaborate on business development. Digital technology will be leveraged for training, data collection, mentorship sessions, and startup impact and development reporting,” the U.S. State Department said. Stated.
Three CCE hubs in Latin America will engage 1,000 stakeholders, engage 450 students in presenting green ideas, train 100 startup teams, and mentor 40 to 60 educators. That’s what I’m aiming for. Particular emphasis will be placed on increasing the representation of underserved groups, such as women, people of African descent, and indigenous peoples, as climate entrepreneurs.
