Applications are currently being accepted for the UpLink – World Economic Forum - Transforming Water Systems Challenge 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
About UpLink – World Economic Forum - Transforming Water Systems Challenge
The World Economic Forum, in collaboration with UpLink and the HCL Group, has launched the Transforming Water Systems Challenge to support scalable, next-generation solutions that address systemic water challenges, strengthen resilience and accelerate the transition towards circular and reliable water systems worldwide.
Benefits of UpLink – World Economic Forum - Transforming Water Systems Challenge
- Selected winners will each receive a CHF 175,000 prize from the HCL Group along with opportunities to engage with global stakeholders working to strengthen water security and economic resilience.
UpLink – World Economic Forum - Transforming Water Systems Challenge Requirements
UpLink is looking for ventures that:
- Operates as a for-profit entity
- Are at the pre-seed, seed or Series A stage
- Have raised less than $50 million in total funding.
- Demonstrate credible advantages that are hard to copy.
Application Date and Process
- Click on the link to the application website to apply.
Application Deadline
04 June, 2026
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