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IBM Sustainability Accelerator

Supports tech-driven sustainability solutions for stressed communities
IBM
Last Update: March 4, 2026
Funding available
No Condition
Timeline
  • Closing date : April 30, 2025
Location
Canada

Overview

This program supports five selected organizations each year to develop technology-driven solutions for sustainable consumption and production. The maximum funding amount is not specified; eligible activities include AI-enabled projects addressing supply chain innovation, resource efficiency, food loss and waste, reuse and recycling, and resilient logistics.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals
  • Increase performance through digital transformation
  • Increase social or community impact
  • Develop strategic partnerships
Eligible Funding
  • No Condition
Timeline
  • Closing date : April 30, 2025

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries
  • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
  • Manufacturing
  • Transportation and warehousing
  • Professional, scientific and technical services
Location
  • Canada
Legal structures
  • Non-profit
Annual revenue
  • All revenue ranges
Organisation size
  • All organization sizes
Audience
  • All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
  • Environment
Target groups
  • All the groups
Revenue structures
  • All structures
Scope
  • All dimensions

Next steps

1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility

Activities funded

  • Developing technology-driven products that foster sustainable supply chain innovation.
  • Building solutions that improve efficient use of natural resources.
  • Creating initiatives to mitigate food loss and waste using technology.
  • Designing tech-enabled approaches to reuse and recycling.
  • Developing solutions for resilient logistics and transportation systems.

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

  • Nonprofit organizations
  • Government organizations

Eligible geographic areas

  • Global (organizations worldwide)

Processing and Agreement

  • Proposals are reviewed and evaluated for feasibility and impact.
  • Applications are vetted through standard IBM compliance processes.
  • IBM experts across multiple disciplines provide input during the selection process.

Additional information

  • IBM selects five organizations each year to form a cohort.
  • The cohort focus aligns with the UN Sustainable Development Goals.
  • Selected proposals are vetted through IBM compliance processes.
  • Applications are reviewed with input from IBM experts across multiple disciplines.

Frequently Asked Questions about the IBM Sustainability Accelerator Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the IBM Sustainability Accelerator. This section explains what the program is, how much funding is available, eligibility requirements, application deadlines, and other important details to help you determine if this grant is right for your business.

What is the IBM Sustainability Accelerator?

This program supports five selected organizations each year to develop technology-driven solutions for sustainable consumption and production. The maximum funding amount is not specified; eligible activities include AI-enabled projects addressing supply chain innovation, resource efficiency, food loss and waste, reuse and recycling, and resilient logistics.

Who is eligible for the IBM Sustainability Accelerator program?

To be eligible for the IBM Sustainability Accelerator program, you must: Nonprofit or government organization Tech-driven sustainability proposal Clear measurement and reporting

What expenses are eligible under IBM Sustainability Accelerator?

Developing technology-driven products that foster sustainable supply chain innovation. Building solutions that improve efficient use of natural resources. Creating initiatives to mitigate food loss and waste using technology. Designing tech-enabled approaches to reuse and recycling. Developing solutions for resilient logistics and transportation systems.

Where is the IBM Sustainability Accelerator available?

The IBM Sustainability Accelerator program is available across Canada.

Is the IBM Sustainability Accelerator a grant, loan, or tax credit?

IBM Sustainability Accelerator is a Grant and Funding

Who are the financial supporters of the IBM Sustainability Accelerator?

IBM Sustainability Accelerator is funded by IBM

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