Rise

RISE, founded in Norfolk, Virginia, is dedicated to assisting entrepreneurs, innovators, and coastal communities in addressing the escalating challenges posed by climate change and sea-level rise. The organization’s core mission is to find, fund, and accelerate businesses that develop scalable solutions to these environmental threats. RISE offers various programs and challenges, such as the Community Resilience Innovation Challenge, to foster innovative approaches to resilience in coastal areas.

Notable affiliates include a network of climate scientists, business leaders, and community advocates who collaborate to support RISE's initiatives. The organization has garnered attention for its impactful projects and successful acceleration of startups focused on resilience technologies. By empowering businesses with funding and resources, RISE has significantly contributed to the development of practical solutions for mitigating the effects of flooding and sea-level rise, thereby enhancing the resilience of coastal communities.