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.wave

WAVE is an organization focused on supporting early-stage startups in Central-Eastern Europe that contribute to environmental sustainability. They offer tailored knowledge, mentoring, networking events, and visibility to impact investors.

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Overview

What .wave does

What .wave is

WAVE is an organization focused on supporting early-stage startups in Central-Eastern Europe that contribute to environmental sustainability. They offer tailored knowledge, mentoring, networking events, and visibility to impact investors.

How it participates in the startup ecosystem

The current public profile supports funder and program host capabilities. Each capability below is shown separately so organization identity and role-specific information do not get conflated.

Operational profile

Organization status and context

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Operational status
Active
Organization type
Accelerator
Structured capabilities
Funder · Program host
Last reviewed
April 12, 2026
What Accelerator means

An accelerator is a structured, short-term program designed to speed up a startup's progress toward product-market fit, traction, fundraising, or scale.

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Capability profile

.wave as a funder

Investment thesis

wave is dedicated to fostering eco-sustainable innovation in Central-Eastern Europe by supporting startups that address environmental challenges.

Focus narrative

.wave invests in sustainable start-ups that are environment-conscious and aim to solve environmental issues relevant to the Central-Eastern Europe region. The program is particularly geared towards B2B-focused companies that have some market validation and a coachable team.

Value beyond capital

wave provides a structured accelerator program that includes mentoring, training, and networking opportunities, helping startups refine their business models and enhance their market readiness.

Availability

Currently deploying
Yes

Portfolio and track record

Recorded portfolio count
7

Portfolio context

Notable portfolio companies include: Greenwash Solutions: Focuses on environmental solutions. GuardenAI: Develops AI solutions for environmental challenges. Wenerate: Engages in sustainable practices. Planergy Solutions: Provides solutions for energy management. Eevi Gardens: Works on sustainable gardening solutions. Effekt Footwear: Innovates in sustainable footwear. Colibri Charity: Focuses on charitable initiatives with an environmental impact.

Capability profile

.wave as a program host

Program thesis

.wave is a professional accelerator program for start-ups based in the Central-Eastern Europe region, focusing on building an eco-sustainable future.

Focus narrative

.wave invests in sustainable start-ups that are environment-conscious and aim to solve environmental issues relevant to the Central-Eastern Europe region. The program is particularly geared towards B2B-focused companies that have some market validation and a coachable team.

Value and support

.wave offers mentorship, training on startup management, sustainability, product development, and investment strategies, along with networking opportunities and a platform to pitch to potential investors.

Format and cadence

Typical duration
15 weeks

Availability

Application state
Accepting

Alumni and track record

Last recorded cohort
February 28, 2026

Alumni context

Notable portfolio companies include: Greenwash Solutions: Focuses on environmental solutions. GuardenAI: Develops AI solutions for environmental challenges. Wenerate: Engages in sustainable practices. Planergy Solutions: Provides solutions for energy management. Eevi Gardens: Works on sustainable gardening solutions. Effekt Footwear: Innovates in sustainable footwear. Colibri Charity: Focuses on charitable initiatives with an environmental impact.

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What to know about .wave

Upseed classifies .wave under the Accelerator organization type. Its current public profile includes funder and program host capabilities.

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Source basis

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Last reviewed

April 12, 2026

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