TECA México is an incubator program by BFA Global in partnership with New Ventures, focused on supporting startups and advanced ideas that create positive social and environmental impact in marine–coastal ecosystems in Mexico, with priority in the Gulf of California.
The program seeks innovative solutions that regenerate ecosystems and strengthen the resilience of marine–coastal communities, contributing to a more just and sustainable climate future.
Advanced business ideas
Individuals and teams with a structured business proposal, oriented to generate positive social and environmental impact directly or indirectly in marine and coastal ecosystems.
Early-stage startups
Recently created businesses that have already developed and tested a first version of their product or service, oriented to generate positive social and environmental impact directly or indirectly in marine and coastal ecosystems.
Specialized mentorship and training in business topics
Opportunity for 3 in–person gatherings
Networking with strategic partners, experts, and investors at local, national, and regional levels
Seed capital of $20,000 USD for the top 10 participants
Visibility in key sector events and media
Integration into the Colectiva Community, TECA’s alumni network
The program is 100% covered for participants, thanks to the support of TECA’s partners.
Applications open
Mentorship and training for the 40 selected projects, plus participation in the TECA Kick Off in La Paz, BCS
(Apr – Sept 2026)
10 finalists receive USD $20,000 in seed capital, personalized mentorship, and one in–person gathering.
(Sept 2026)
Final in–person event with presentations and connections to investors, partners, and donors for the 10 finalists
The call for applications for the second wave of TECA México will be open from October 6 to November 6, 2025. Entrepreneurs with advanced business ideas or early-stage startups making an impact in marine–coastal ecosystems are invited to apply and take their projects to the next level.
Review the call for applications: Learn about the selection criteria, program phases, and benefits of TECA Wave 2 (2025–2026)
Complete the application form: Available from October 6 to November 6, 2025. APPLY NOW
Take part in the selection process: Applications will be evaluated, and selected candidates will move forward to interviews with the TECA team. From this process, 40 projects will advance to the validation phase.
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Our focus is on the Turquoise Economy. This includes activities related to oceans, seas, coasts, and freshwater systems that generate sustainable income and environmental benefits.
Some of the opportunity areas include:
Each edition of TECA is a new wave that sparks climate solutions. In the first wave, more than 40 fellows received mentorship and strategic partnerships, and 10 of them were granted USD $20,000 in seed capital, driving projects in regenerative aquaculture, circular economy, community ecotourism, and clean energy.
In 2025, we are launching the second wave, reaffirming our commitment to the Gulf of California as a strategic territory for climate resilience.
The second wave is made possible thanks to the commitment of global and local donors:
Swiss Re Foundation, PayPal, Nacional Monte de Piedad, Fundación Coppel, Innovaciones Alumbra, Builders Initiative, and International Community Foundation.
Senior Climate Ecosystem and Innovation Architect
Director, New Ventures
Director, Strategic Partnerships
Project Director, New Ventures
Director, TECA
Engagement Manager
Project Manager, New Ventures
Junior Product Manager
Project Manager, TECA México
