DeserTech
From the Negev to the World
DeserTech, powered by the Merage Foundation, is transforming the Negev into a global hub for climate innovation by connecting Israeli startups with international partners to tackle arid climate challenges.
ocusing on agriculture, water, energy, infrastructure, and climate tech, DeserTech fosters venture creation, shapes government policies, and supports research through strategic initiatives like the DeserTech & Climate Innovation Center, the DeserTech & Climate Cluster, Desert Data, and the DeserTech ecosystem. By nurturing climate companies, driving investments, and removing barriers, DeserTech accelerates global impact. Whether you’re a researcher, investor, entrepreneur, or policymaker, there’s a place for you in our thriving ecosystem—join us in building a more resilient future.
Founded by the Merage Foundation Israel and key partners, the Innovation Center accelerates startups and brings the hi-tech industry to the Negev, fostering both cutting-edge innovation and meaningful employment opportunities.
Powered by the Merage Foundation, DeserTech is a thriving innovation community advancing technologies for sustainable living in arid climates. Operating internationally from Be’er Sheva, it connects leading researchers, startups, and policymakers to position the Negev as a global hub for desert tech solutions.
Led by the Merage Foundation, the DeserTech & Climate Cluster drives economic development through AI-driven data analysis, policy innovation, and global market access. By strengthening multi-sector partnerships and supporting Israeli companies, it fosters investment, economic growth, and technological advancement in the Negev and beyond.
DesertData provides critical environmental insights tailored to desert challenges, empowering researchers, policymakers, and industry leaders. By offering comprehensive data on agriculture, water, public health, and ecosystems, it fuels sustainable innovation and informed decision-making for arid regions worldwide.
Innovative approaches to growing food in arid climates, including desert-adapted crops, precision farming, and sustainable land use for improved food security and productivity.
Management of water resources in arid areas; storage, transportation, and utilization of floodwaters.
Technological solutions around production, storage, & decentralization of energy systems from natural resources in the desert: solar and heat.
Civil and environmental engineering areas related to the desert (buildings, neighborhoods, roads, communication, and homeland security systems).
Solutions for adapting to and mitigating climate change in arid regions, including extreme weather resilience, carbon capture, and strategies to protect vulnerable landscapes and communities worldwide. These innovations address the growing challenge of desertification.
Merage Foundation is accelerating regional economic prosperity by strengthening key economic clusters
Presenting DeserTech at COP25 by the Ministry of Environmental Protection
Establishment of DeserTech Innovation Community
UK and Dutch startups collaborate w/ Negev DeserTech entities
Merage DeserTech Startups competition for Negev-based collaboration
DeserTech Innovation Leaders for the Great Green Wall – African leaders combating desertification through innovation
Establishment of DeserTech and Climate Cluster
Establishment of DeserTech and Climate Innovation Center
Presenting DeserTech at COP25 by the Ministry of Environmental Protection
Merage Foundation is accelerating regional economic prosperity by strengthening key economic clusters
Establishment of DeserTech Innovation Community
UK and Dutch startups collaborate w/ Negev DeserTech entities
UK and Dutch startups collaborate w/ Negev DeserTech entities
DeserTech Innovation Leaders for the Great Green Wall – African leaders combating desertification through innovation
Establishment of DeserTech and Climate Innovation Center
Establishment of DeserTech and Climate Cluster
Contact us for updates and collaborations
77 Haenergia St. Be’er Sheva, Gav Yam Negev
We provide tailored acceleration programs, access to global markets, pilot opportunities in arid and urban environments, and connections to investors and corporate partners.
We bridge the gap between academic research and market needs, providing commercialization pathways, funding opportunities, and industry collaborations.
We help identify technology solutions that match industry needs, facilitate open innovation processes, and create strategic partnerships with startups, researchers, and tech pioneers.
We engage in policy-making, innovation cluster development, and support ecosystem growth to position desert and climate technologies as economic growth engines.
