Emergenow

About

Emergenow is a private headquartered in Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo with approximately 10-50 employees specializing in Solar, Wind, Biomass.

Emergenow operates as a transformative venture studio and fund dedicated to fostering sustainable development and combating climate change in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. The organization provides a four-month accelerator program supporting early-stage startups focused on renewable energy (solar, wind, biomass, hydro), waste management, carbon credits, biodiversity conservation, and water pollution solutions. The venture builder approach combines seed capital, operational guidance, technical expertise, legal support, and access to investor networks. The organization addresses critical challenges in the DRC including energy poverty (15% electricity access in Kinshasa), deforestation (17 million tonnes of wood consumed annually), waste management (75% uncollected), and food insecurity (85% of population affected). The program emphasizes women and youth empowerment, job creation, and market development in a region where 80% live in extreme poverty.