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Who We Are

Where sustainability meets acceleration

SparkLabs True Zero is a next-generation innovation programme where sustainability, AI and entrepreneurship come together to create global impact.

SparkLabs True Zero is a joint initiative between NetZero TEKMER, a leading innovation hub for sustainability in Türkiye, and SparkLabs Group, one of the most established venture ecosystems worldwide. Based in Türkiye and powered by the SparkLabs Group network, we provide world-class resources, mentorship and capital access to founders building a zero-emission, circular future.

The urgency of now

Climate change is no longer a distant threat; it is a present-day crisis.

Global temperatures have already risen by more than 1°C compared to pre-industrial levels, causing extreme weather events, biodiversity loss and economic disruption across the world.

  • Carbon emissions continue to grow despite international agreements.
  • Over 70% of global GDP is now covered by net zero pledges, yet implementation lags far behind.
  • The World Bank estimates climate change could push over 100 million people into poverty by 2030 if unchecked.

Innovation is not optional, it is essential. We need bold new technologies, scalable business models and AI-driven solutions. Startups are uniquely positioned to provide these breakthroughs, but they need capital, mentorship and a global platform to succeed. SparkLabs True Zero exists to answer this urgent call.

The business case for net zero

Net zero is no longer just a moral imperative, it is a business imperative.

Governments, corporations and consumers are demanding sustainable solutions, and the companies that respond will define the next era of economic growth.

  • Over 90% of global GDP is now committed to net zero targets.
  • Trillions of dollars are being mobilised by governments and private investors to accelerate the green transition.
  • ESG regulations and carbon disclosure requirements are reshaping how businesses operate.

The transition to a net zero economy is estimated to unlock multi-trillion-dollar markets in clean energy, mobility, sustainable agriculture and the circular economy. Startups that solve sustainability challenges will not only reduce emissions but also create the next generation of unicorns.