RESPOND Accelerator
Overview
RESPOND is a six-month accelerator program initiated by the BMW Foundation Herbert Quandt and operated by UnternehmerTUM. It focuses on supporting startups that contribute to a sustainable, regenerative, and net-zero economy, in line with the UN 2030 Agenda. The program provides coaching, mentorship, leadership development, and access to a global network of investors and partners. Participation is free of charge, and the accelerator does not take any equity from the startups. For 2025, its focus areas are energy transition & infrastructure and industry decarbonization.
Portfolio Companies
7
Website
respond-accelerator.comInvestments
| Company | Date | Stage | Lead |
|---|---|---|---|
| GOT BAG | May 2020 | Accelerator | Lead |
| SimplexDNA AG | Apr 2023 | Accelerator | Co-investor |
| PolyXLabs | Jun 2021 | Accelerator | Lead |
| Climate Farmers | - | Seed | Co-investor |
| BOSAQ | Jan 2020 | Accelerator | Co-investor |
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Sector & Stage Mix
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FAQ
Where is RESPOND Accelerator based?
RESPOND Accelerator is headquartered in Munich, Bavaria, Germany.
When was RESPOND Accelerator founded?
Founding year information for RESPOND Accelerator is not publicly available.
How many portfolio companies does RESPOND Accelerator have?
RESPOND Accelerator has 7 portfolio companies in Caplight's dataset.
What are some companies in RESPOND Accelerator's portfolio?
Portfolio companies visible on Caplight include GOT BAG, SimplexDNA AG, PolyXLabs, Climate Farmers, BOSAQ.
What was RESPOND Accelerator's most recent investment shown here?
RESPOND Accelerator's most recent investment in this portfolio sample was in SimplexDNA AG in 2023.
What sectors does RESPOND Accelerator focus on?
RESPOND Accelerator focuses on Consumer & Commerce, Energy & Sustainability, Energy & Sustainability, Energy & Sustainability, Energy & Sustainability, Energy & Sustainability, Crypto & Web3, Energy & Sustainability, Frontier & Industrial Tech, Healthcare & Life Sciences, Frontier & Industrial Tech, Healthcare & Life Sciences, Energy & Sustainability, Enterprise Software.
What company stages does RESPOND Accelerator focus on?
RESPOND Accelerator typically invests at the Early stage.