CleanLeap Startup Pitches @Google Japan

CleanLeap is a climate-focused accelerator based in Silicon Valley. We have a 5-day US delegation program in the last week of May with major Japanese organizations.

In partnership with Google Startups for Sustainable Development, this event will feature startup pitches from emerging Japanese climate tech companies, showcasing innovative solutions that advance sustainability.
In addition to the pitches, we’ll host two spotlight talks: one focused on nature-based technologies - solutions that leverage ecosystems to tackle climate challenges such as carbon capture, biodiversity preservation, and sustainable land use - and another on a soft landing project, which helps startups expand into international markets, particularly in the U.S., through mentorship, regulatory guidance, and strategic connections.
This is a unique opportunity to discover cutting-edge innovations, gain insight into global climate strategies, and build meaningful connections with leaders across both the U.S. and Japanese climate tech ecosystems!

🌱 Event Details
Date: Tuesday, May 27 6:00pm-9:00pm
Location: Google Japan（Shibuya Stream, 3 Chome-21-3 Shibuya, Tokyo 150-0002）
Language: English
Admission: Free *Advance registration required
Organizer: CleanLeap
Co-host: Google Startups for Sustainable Development

📅 Schedule
6:00–6:15　Opening Remarks, Introduction of Google SFSD and CleanLeap
6:15–6:45　Keynote 1: Importance of Nature-based Technology (TrueAlgae)
Keynote 2: Soft Landing Project
Break（15 min）
7:00–8:00　Startup Pitches: Climate tech pitches
8:00–9:00　Networking

Register here: https://cleanleap-google.peatix.com/

About Venture Capital Firms
TechNexus (Chicago): TechNexus helps leading corporations and ambitious entrepreneurs developmutually beneficial relationships that accelerate growth opportunities. A first-of-its-kind Venture Collaborative, we invest capital, incubate, and collaborate to createnew growth opportunities. For over a decade, TechNexus has initiated hundreds ofpositive outcomes between mature corporations and early-stage companies tocreate new business models, revenue streams, and products.
Enrichers(San Francisco): Enrichers is an an AI-driven collaborative R&I community management platformdedicated to supporting soft-landing and scaling-up programs for global deep techstartups, particularly in the healthtech and cleantech sectors (in partnership with CleanLeap). Programs are designed to support 1) education & connection 2) marketvalidation 3) university incubation. Ennrichers works closely with EIC EU SovereignFund and CDTI Spanish Soverign Fund. actively expanding our global partnershipswith government agencies and sovereign funds to enhance cross-border innovationand facilitate the entry of high-potential startups into the U.S. and in Europe.
​SKJANDER(Sydney, San Francisco): At Skjander, we source and manage real, impactful and measurable biodiversity andenvironmental protection on behalf of clients. We connect global companies seekingcredible, positive environmental impacts to projects that are meaningful, reportableand traceable, in line with international reporting frameworks like TNFD and ISSB.
​IDGB Capital(New Jersey): IDGB Capital drives significant benefits and value to its business partners byengaging in the promotion of innovative solutions that are capable of becomingsector leaders. We effectively accomplish that by leveraging our industry andtransactional expertise as well as our global network of close relationships.
​united re(New Jersey): United re is a reinsurance facilitator of traditional reinsurance and reinsurancestructured solutions targeting life, property & casualty insurance across Israel,Central and South America, Eastern and Western Europe.
​1004 Venture Partners(California): We are a global specialist fund with an investment thesis of “Healthy Aging”throughout life, focusing on health tech, age tech, and healthcare infrastructures.Our passion for innovation in healthcare shapes our journey towards fostering ahealthier and more vibrant future for all.

Pitching Companies
- denchi.ai
- Fukuro Vision
- Towing

Speakers

Takutoshi Kamezawa (CRO, CleanLeap & TrueAlgae, Inc.)
Mr. Takatoshi (Taka) Kamezawa assumed the position of Chief Relationship Officer (CRO) of U.S.-based biotech startup TrueAlgae in 2020. He also serves as the Japan Lead for CleanLeap, promoting ESG investment between Japan and the United States. A global executive with over 35 years of experience in investment and project development, he has supported a wide range of startups across sectors including AgTech and FinTech. His extensive professional background includes roles with the Asian Development Bank, Inter-American Development Bank, International Finance Corporation, and the World Bank. A CFA charterholder, he has structured, managed, and advised on transactions across more than 50 countries.

More about CleanLeap:
CleanLeap is a startup accelerator focused on driving sustainable innovation. We run programs all around the world that guide founders through the process of growing their businesses, building connections, and getting the support they need to scale. We have strong partnerships across both the U.S. and Europe., such as CleanTech Open (the largest clean tech accelerator program in the U.S.) and Climate-KIC (the biggest climate innovation initiative supported by the EU). As an exclusive partner for both organizations, we play a critical role in identifying and supporting innovative climate solutions within the U.S., as part of a worldwide effort to combat climate change.