In the face of soaring temperatures, fragile infrastructure, and a rapidly changing climate, communities across Nigeria are struggling to cope with the mounting risks of extreme heat. Heatwaves are already threatening food and water security, straining health systems, reducing productivity, and endangering livelihoods, especially for those least equipped to adapt. Without urgent, innovative solutions, millions face a future of heightened vulnerability and lost opportunity.
Extreme heat is now one of Nigeria’s most urgent and growing climate challenges. The TECA Heat Action Wave (THAW) responds to this reality by backing bold, locally led ventures that protect people and businesses from the impacts of rising heat. From early warning tools and climate-smart financial instruments to emergency fintech and ecosystem enablers, THAW empowers entrepreneurs to pioneer innovations that help communities operate more safely and efficiently as temperatures climb.
The startups we support are early-stage, often with promising prototypes but still refining their strategies and growth pathways. By combining seed capital, venture-building expertise, and access to networks, THAW helps these entrepreneurs transform ideas into scalable solutions capable of building resilience across Nigeria and beyond.
Have a team (or if a solo founder with a clear co-founder profile in mind) with strong commitment and community focus
