The Norrsken Impact Accelerator is a globally recognised 8-week sprint at Norrsken House in Stockholm for early-stage startups using technology to solve societal and environmental challenges. Founded by Niklas Adalberth (Klarna co-founder) in 2016, Norrsken selects ~20 startups annually from across the globe (typically 5+ from Africa). Selected startups receive USD 125,000 upfront pre-seed investment in return for 7% equity via post-money SAFE. The 8-week sprint includes mentorship from world-class founders including unicorn founders, and culminates in a Demo Day pitching to hundreds of investors. Norrsken also operates Norrsken House Kigali (East Africa's largest startup hub) and Norrsken22 (USD 200M growth fund for African tech).

USD 125,000 upfront pre-seed investment, 8-week sprint at Norrsken House Stockholm, 24/7 workspace access, mentorship from unicorn founders and industry experts, Demo Day with hundreds of investors, ongoing investor introductions, peer advice and feedback.

Pre-seed to early-seed startups leveraging technology to create scalable solutions to societal and environmental challenges. Sector agnostic. Open to startups globally including African ventures.