Oceans Stream- Creative Destruction Lab (CDL)

The Creative Destruction Lab (CDL) Oceans Stream, based at CDL-Atlantic in Halifax, Nova Scotia, offers targeted support for startups developing innovative technologies for sustainable ocean economy solutions.
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Overview of the Oceans Stream- Creative Destruction Lab (CDL) program:

Focused on advancing ocean-related ventures, the CDL Oceans Stream targets startups working with transformative technologies like underwater robotics, predictive analytics, marine renewable energy, and sustainable fisheries. Participants receive support to develop high-impact, scalable solutions in areas such as shipping, aquaculture, marine bio-products, and naval defense. CDL’s structured, nine-month program includes five objective-setting sessions where participants meet with mentors to address their biggest challenges. The program fosters collaboration with industry leaders through partnerships with entities like Canada’s Ocean Supercluster and Dalhousie University.

Benefits of the Oceans Stream- Creative Destruction Lab (CDL) program:
  • Participants in the CDL Oceans Stream gain:
  • Mentorship from successful entrepreneurs, scientists, and industry experts.
  • Access to capital-raising opportunities through a global network of investors.
  • Structured goal-setting to accelerate growth and achieve market readiness.
  • Collaboration with industry leaders and partnerships with academic and research institutions.
Eligibility criteria of the Oceans Stream- Creative Destruction Lab (CDL) program:
  • Eligible applicants include:
  • Early-stage and growth-stage startups with innovative ocean technology.
  • Ventures working in sustainable ocean economy sectors (shipping, marine energy, etc.).
  • Highly skilled entrepreneurs and researchers in the ocean economy.
  • CDL is focused on startups with transformative potential in ocean-related technologies such as marine energy, sustainable fisheries, aquaculture, shipping, and marine bio-products.
  • Make sure your business aligns with CDL Oceans mission of advancing sustainable solutions for the ocean economy.
  • Startups must demonstrate scalability and growth potential, showing early progress or a clear development pathway.
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