Launched in 2024, UnPollute is STEP’s flagship initiative empowering women entrepreneurs to become leaders in climate solutions. Aligned with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, UnPollute champions environmental sustainability and addresses the urgent challenges of climate change through women-led innovations.
Women are disproportionately impacted by climate crises — facing greater risks due to their reliance on natural resources, health and safety vulnerabilities, and caregiving responsibilities. Despite these setbacks, with their empathy and commitment to social responsibility, women entrepreneurs are uniquely equipped to drive transformative solutions, creating a greener, more inclusive future.The first edition of UnPollute drew an overwhelming response, with 150+ applications from across India. The event became a powerful convergence of changemakers—bringing together leading industry experts, government leaders, investors, academics, students, and the trailblazing STEP incubated women founders.
The event followed a comprehensive three-part model:
Following the remarkable success of last year’s conclave, UnPollute’25 is back—bolder and more future-focused. This edition deepens its commitment to championing women-led green startups, advancing carbon neutrality, and catalyzing breakthrough innovations.
Applications are opening soon!
