CNT Tech recruits climate and ESG startups for IR competition

CNT Tech, an investment accelerator, has announced the recruitment of participants for the third round of its ‘2026 Early Stage Startup Package Rocketship IR Competition’. This specific round targets early-stage startups operating in climate technology, resource recycling, and social value creation (ESG sectors).

The program aims to support startups by connecting them with industry-specific investors and large or mid-sized corporations to facilitate investment attraction and network expansion. Selected companies will participate in IR presentations to investors, one-on-one investment consultations, and have the opportunity to advance to a final demo day.

Outstanding companies may be considered for direct investment of up to 500 million won from CNT Tech, as well as potential linkage with the TIPS (Tech Incubator Program for Startup) program. The application period for this third round runs from October 12 to October 23, 2026. The competition is part of a four-round series scheduled to run through November, culminating in an integrated demo day in December.