Startup programs
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Programs

Accelerate
Take your startup from MVP to pre-seed readiness in just four months.
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Accelerate ClimateTech
It’s back! Sting’s thematic accelerator program, putting the spotlight on the most pressing issue plaguing our planet – Climate Change.

Incubate
Sting Incubate is a 12 months program that will get you from prototype to launch and prepare you for the next steps on your startup journey.

Incubate DeepTech
Sting Incubate is an 18-24 months program of tailor-made coaching and support at a slower pace.
Here’s why Sting is different




Words from our founders
Where visionary entrepreneurs tackle the most pressing challenges of climate change head-on. Get access to a robust network of experts and coaching. We empower climate-focused startups to drive innovation and create sustainable solutions for a greener future.
Sting brings together Sweden’s most experienced coaches, successful entrepreneurs and dedicated investors within the climate and energy sectors.
- ClimateTech
- Sustainable Energy
- Food and Agriculture
- New Materials
- Circular Solutions and Bioeconomy

With the ever so present health issues we face today, it truly sheds light on the urgent need for innovative health tech solutions. Sting brings together some of Sweden’s most experienced coaches, successful entrepreneurs and dedicated investors within the HealthTech sector.
We support forward-thinking entrepreneurs to revolutionize the healthcare landscape. With a dedicated focus on cutting-edge technologies and impactful solutions, Sting provides unparalleled support to drive the growth and success of HealthTech startups.

With a steadfast commitment to DeepTech, Sting acknowledges its transformative potential that often demands a longer path to success. As a trusted long-term partner, we offer DeepTech startups unwavering support, fully recognizing the time-intensive nature of their breakthrough innovations.
Through our dedicated resources, extensive network, and patient approach, we empower these visionary ventures to navigate complexities, overcome hurdles, and ultimately realize their profound, industry-shaping impact.

Have any questions?
Browse through the FAQs to gain insights and clarity on various topics related to our organization.
We have a “success fee” model in the form of stock warrants to Sting. As a non-profit, we’re an independent, founder-centric organization who always wants what’s best for your startup. If you succeed, these stock warrants eventually convert into a small number of shares.
Yes! The co-owners of Propel Capital are business angels actively looking for investment opportunities in exciting and promising startups. As a portfolio company to Propel Capital, you are exposed to a large number of potential investors.
Propel Capital invests via a convertible note that converts to ownership only when the company has raised at least SEK 1 million or more from external investors. This way, we avoid setting a valuation of the company too early.
For full terms and conditions, please contact emanuel.andersson@sting.co. Read more for an overall summary of the terms:
The loan is calculated with interest at the date of the conversion/price per share in the round * 0.7.
No, usually Propel Capital does not have the opportunity to participate in new issues in the portfolio companies. However, Propel Capital’s CEO, Emanuel Andersson, is actively working to support the portfolio companies in their financing rounds in other ways, including by making intros to potential investors.
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Focus Areas
We are looking for big ideas with potential to solve real problems. In return, you’ll get access to a lifelong community that delivers more value and opens more doors than any other.

Investors
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