Google has selected 28 startups to participate in its second Google for Startups Accelerator program focused on AI solutions for the energy industry.
The startups include 12 from the US market and 16 from the European market. As part of the program, Google will provide direct assistance to help the companies scale their businesses. This will include dedicated technical mentorship from Google’s AI and energy experts, and access to Google digital tools and technologies.
The program launched in May of this year, will run from September through November, and is equity-free. The targeted companies include those in pre-seed and post-Series A funding with early commercial traction and a technology stack compatible with Google Cloud. The 2026 program is backed by more than 20 partners spanning energy utilities, grid operators, and venture capital firms across Europe and North America.
Google completed its first Google for Startups Accelerator: AI for Energy program last year.
