A Sustainable Future Needs Investment. Find Those Building It.

You've Come to the Right Place.

Investing in sustainability isn’t just about financial returns—it’s about driving measurable impact. The right innovations can make cities more resilient, communities more equitable, and infrastructure more sustainable. But finding scalable, high-quality solutions in this space isn’t always easy.


That’s where Leading Cities comes in. We provide a direct pipeline to pre-vetted startups developing breakthrough technologies in climate resilience, clean energy, mobility, and urban innovation. Through fully funded pilots, investor matchmaking, and city partnerships, we help de-risk investment and accelerate the adoption of solutions that shape a more sustainable world.

Find the Right Investment Opportunity

Source Global Start-Ups

What is

LaunchPad 11?

Find Certified Solutions

What is Leading Cities Academy?

Get Matched with a Start-Up

What is

C.I.V.I.C.?

Sustainably Scale With Us

What is

LC3?

Since its inception, Leading Cities has directly supported, mentored, and provided growth opportunities to hundreds of startups, driving real-world impact through innovation, collaboration, and strategic partnerships.

Our start-ups

have raised

Over $1.5 Billion

Our start-ups have created

Over 12,600 jobs

Our Start-Ups Have Earned

Over $2.2 Million

Leading Cities Impact

Frequently Asked Questions

How are startups selected for C.I.V.I.C. opportunities?

What makes Leading Cities' startups different?

How does C.I.V.I.C. support investors?

Can I engage beyond direct investment?

What types of companies are in the Leading Cities pipeline?

Are the Start-Ups all

United States based?