Financing the future of our societies. First media dedicated to the education technology sector. We dissect the issues around innovation, financing and the business models of the institutions that train those who will shape the world of tomorrow!

Founded in 2003, the European Outdoor Group is the trade organisation for the outdoor industry. Building outdoor industry co-operation throughout Europe The European Outdoor Group is an association that exists to represent the common interests of the European outdoor industry. The EOG was founded in 2003 by 19 of the world’s largest outdoor companies, who recognised the need for a cohesive, cross border approach to representation of the outdoor sector. In a world of increasing internationalism, legislation, environment, the media and trade are all now multinational by nature. The combined strength of our members, and a close cooperation with national …

We back purpose-driven companies tackling the world’s biggest challenges. Lightrock is a global investment platform supporting the growth of technology-enabled companies. Its strategies invest in public and private companies delivering proven solutions to pressing global challenges across the themes of People, Planet, and Productivity. Lightrock advises $5.8 billion in assets, with 130 colleagues across four continents, and a headquarters in London. With 150 companies backed to date, Lightrock is guided by the conviction that positive impact and exceptional commercial outcomes can be mutually reinforcing, creating enduring value for clients, companies, and communities.

Igniting, nurturing and growing entrepreneurial spirit. #TransformingFutures Elevator is Scotland's leading social enterprise, committed to igniting, nurturing, and growing entrepreneurial spirit. We deliver high-quality business support services that drive transformational impact across individuals, companies, and communities. Our innovative and agile approach helps shape the entrepreneurial journey for both public and private sectors. We specialise in leadership development, design-led innovation, digital support services, acceleration and scale-up, women’s enterprise, company creation, enterprise in education, and community wealth building. We’re proud of our key initiatives such as the Centre for Entrepreneurship in Dundee, which fosters collaboration between businesses, academia, and the enterprise ecosystem. …

Helve (part of the Civitta group since March 2026) is an innovation management company dedicated to accelerating growth and driving digital transformation across diverse sectors. We empower clients by designing custom solutions for their transformational change initiatives. Helve hosts dynamic open accelerator programs, internal incubators, hackathons, and sprints. We actively scout promising startups worldwide, facilitating the development and market launch of pilot projects. Harnessing the latest innovation trends to ensure our clients stay ahead in a rapidly evolving market is our priority. At Helve we take the best out of both worlds and mix them together - the agility, risk …

EIP is a global energy technology investor with a proprietary model designed to drive innovation. Energy Impact Partners LP (EIP) is a global energy technology investor with a proprietary model designed to drive innovation. EIP brings together entrepreneurs and some of the world’s most forward-thinking energy and industrial companies to advance innovation for a better energy future. Investing in venture, growth/private equity and credit, EIP seeks attractive risk-adjusted returns for its investors by leveraging its differentiated strategy and industrial ecosystem. With over 80 corporate partners and over $4.5 billion in assets under management, EIP invests globally with over 100 professionals …

Companies that matter. Giant backs frontier technology founders rebuilding the foundations of civilisation. We champion entrepreneurs driven by purpose and relentless ambition to advance humanity. There is a once-in-a-generation opportunity to redesign how the world works. Profound technological breakthroughs are accelerating amidst climate crisis, demographic upheaval and geopolitical revolution. Giant seeks companies reimagining foundational systems: energy, materials, industry, work, finance, biology and healthcare. We invest from first cheque to growth. From AI, robotics and automation to techbio, electrification and the future of work. Giant stands for technology as a force for good, crafted by high integrity founders.

Deep tech for decarbonisation. Zero Carbon is a leading deep tech climate fund backing visionary founders across Europe with pre-seed and seed investments. Based in London and Berlin, Zero Carbon targets transformative scientific innovations that redefine industries by reducing costs and emissions.

Empowering early stage entrepreneurs with expert capital to tackle the climate crisis CGF invest in tech innovations that reduce greenhouse gas emissions or improve resource efficiency across power, transport, industry, buildings, waste and water. We look for UK early stage companies with commercially viable solutions that are generating early revenues and also consider pre-revenue businesses with a minimum viable product. investment, climate change, low carbon, water, waste, energy, buildings, industy, venture capital, environment, and cleantech

Visionary ventures IP Group accelerates the impact of science for a better future. As the most active UK based, early-stage science and technology investor, we develop and support some of the world’s most exciting businesses in healthtech, deeptech, and cleantech. Through Parkwalk, the UK's largest growth EIS fund manager, we also back world-changing innovation emerging in leading universities and research institutions. Our specialist investment team combines sector expertise with an international approach. Together we have a strong track record of success, having backed high-profile companies including Oxford Nanopore Technologies plc, Hinge Health, First Light Fusion, Hysata, and Oxa. IP Group …

Sustainability Through Innovation Founded in 2005, ETF Partners (The Environmental Technologies Fund) stands as Europe's original venture capital firm dedicated to sustainability and impact investing. For nearly twenty years we have established a leading position in promoting sustainability through innovation. ETF Partners is founded on the conviction that entrepreneurship and innovation are critical in addressing the global challenges presented by the climate crisis. We are committed to fostering and supporting Europe’s ecosystem of pioneering entrepreneurs who are creating the innovative solutions capable of making a profound environmental impact. We believe in the transformative power of aligning profit with purpose in …

The venture builder for the climate emergency. We are Carbon13, the venture builder for the climate emergency. We are now working to create ~200 ventures that have the capacity to reduce CO2e emissions by 400 million tonnes. 32 innovative carbon emissions-mitigating startups have been launched so far by Cohorts 1-3 of Carbon13’s Venture Builder for the Climate Emergency, across sectors such as agriculture, renewable energy, the built environment, food, and materials. Cohort 4 began their entrepreneurial journey in September and applications are open now for Cambridge Cohort 5 along with applications for Berlin Cohort 1. After an oversubscribed Carbon13 SEIS …

A deep tech and life sciences Venture Capital investment group EMV Capital plc, formerly known as NetScientific plc, is a deep tech and life sciences VC investment group. With a strategic focus on generating superior returns for investors from the fast-growing sectors and technologies that will define our future; EMV Capital invests in, manages and strengthens early stage IP-rich companies. EMV Capital holds both direct equity stakes and carried interest in its portfolio companies, creating an evergreen structure that supports extensive growth and value creation. EMV Capital’s investment thesis is realised through these capital sources: • capital-efficient investments through PLC …

The Uganda Green Enterprise Finance Accelerator improves access to finance for green enterprises. Funded by the EU. The Uganda Green Enterprise Finance Accelerator is an EU-funded project that improves access to finance for green enterprises. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) form the backbone of Uganda’s economy. They provide jobs and economic opportunities, and create products and services that respond to local market demand. Green SMEs integrate environmental sustainability into their production processes and business models, and contribute to climate change mitigation and adaptation. Bringing green products, services and business models to scale requires an ecosystem that supports businesses throughout their …

An early stage venture fund backing entrepreneurs, who develop innovative solutions to mitigate climate change. An early stage venture capital investment company backing entrepreneurs, who understand that climate change mitigation is not only the responsibility of our generation but also the potentially biggest business opportunity of our time.

We invest in game changers that are disrupting the largest market in the world: food. Blue Horizon is accelerating the global transition to a Sustainable Food System. We invest holistically in the Sustainable Food System, with an end-to-end approach that extends beyond alternative proteins, starting with better crop practices right through to sustainable packaging and smarter distribution. We generate impactful investments with a philosophy we call Double Positive — positive, above-market returns for investors and positive, measurable impact for the planet, humans and animals.

We make cars. We make communities. We make it simple. Lynk & Co is a new mobility brand addressing the needs and preferences of a global connected generation and challenging car industry conventions.

We are an electric performance brand, determined to improve the society we live in. Polestar - the guiding star. We are an electric performance brand, determined to improve the society we live in. Our focus is on uncompromised design and technology. Passion and emotion drive us, electricity and innovation drive our cars. Our products are excellent, efficient and entertaining. In Polestar’s future, there is no room for shortcuts, excuses or compromises. We are all in, dedicated on our ambition. Guiding our industry forward through pure, progressive, performance. At Polestar, the sky is the limit. Cars, Performance, and Tech

Charge smarter, drive cleaner: boost uptime, reduce CO2 and lower TCO with automatic charging. Traditional charging stations often cause downtime and inefficiency. Elonroad's in-road conductive charging system offers a superior solution. Our ground-integrated rails enable 24/7 charging, whether parked or driving, eliminating idle time. 1. Investment saving 25-40% Total Cost of Ownership reduction and a 40% decrease in CO2 impact by lowering demand on batteries and grid capacity. 2. Flexible & efficient operations Vehicle agnostic and can be retrofitted. To be used while driving or parked for increased uptime and efficiency. 3. Future-proof Modular upgradable systems. Ready for autonomous vehicles. …

Accelerating the decarbonization of hard-to-abate industries. Founded in 2020, Stegra (formerly H2 Green Steel) was created with the purpose to decarbonize hard-to-abate industry. Construction of our first project – an integrated plant producing green hydrogen, green iron and green steel – is well underway in Boden, Sweden. Slashing emissions using green hydrogen and renewable electricity, we’re starting a clean industrial revolution. Steel is just the beginning. We are building a diverse and rapidly growing team spread across our site and offices in Boden and Stockholm. Together, we focus on delivering green impact – for our people, customers, investors, society and …

Expanding the ocean energy potential Minesto is a leading ocean energy technology company on a mission to minimise the global carbon footprint of the energy industry by enabling commercial power production from the ocean. Minesto’s award winning and patented product is the only verified marine power plant that operates cost efficiently in areas with low-flow tidal streams and ocean currents, to provide affordable and predictable renewable energy. The company was founded in 2007 as a spin-off from aircraft manufacturer Saab. Today, listed on the Nasdaq First North stock exchange with some 60 employees and operations in Sweden, Wales, and Taiwan, …

Efficient tyre recycling using patented tech. Recovering valuable resources & limiting the need for fossil exploitation. Scandinavian Enviro Systems contributes to enhanced environmental and economic sustainability using a patented technology for the recovery of valuable raw materials from scrapped and end-of-life products, including tyres. The production of new tyres using carbon black recovered with Enviro’s technology reduces carbon dioxide emissions by up to 93 per cent compared with the use of virgin carbon black. Enviro has its head office in Gothenburg and a plant for the recycling of end-of-life tyres in Åsensbruk. The largest owner is the French tyre manufacturer …

Tillsammans gör vi livsmedelskedjan hållbar. Vi levererar hållbara tjänster genom att utveckla värdeskapande cirkulära varuflöden och affärsmodeller. Svenska Retursystem AB ägs till lika delar av Dagligvaruleverantörerna (DLF) och Svensk Dagligvaruhandel (SVDH). ---------------------Eng-------------- Svenska Retursystem develops and operates an efficient circular system that simplifies and improves our customers’ logistics and distribution of goods. Our circular system for reusable crates and reusable half-size pallets and balance system for reusable pallets has become a standard in the grocery industry. Crates and pallets can be used hundreds of times, and once they are worn they are ground down and recycled.

Turning investments into impact SHIFT Invest, founded in 2009, is an impact venture capital fund. We turn investments into positive impact on climate and nature by investing in early-stage companies and supporting impact entrepreneurs to scale faster. Based on our fund-level impact mission we strive to bring back the balance between nature and society by fighting climate change, loss of biodiversity and depletion of the resources of the planet. We do so by supporting and investing in innovative start ups and scale ups contributing to this mission in the themes: food & agriculture, green industries, energy and mobility. Together with …

For Europe's digital energy pioneers The energy transition is more than a linear shift, but a fundamental transformation from hardwired, centralised systems to a digital energy economy that will redefine how we live, work and move. This is about more than sustainability; it’s about building a system that is hyperlocal, automated and resilient to secure Europe’s energy future. To achieve this, we believe the digital energy economy demands entirely new categories of companies. We back the pioneers who turn these beliefs into reality, propelling early growth into European scale. Energy, Energy Transistion, Venture Capital, Digital Technologies, Renewables, Industrial Energy Management, …

Investing in next-level innovations to accelerate sustainability Icos Capital is a ClimateTech Venture Capital Fund, backing ambitious founders tackling our most urgent and complex challenges. Specialising in Food systems, Chemical & Materials, Sustainable industry process & digital technologies and Decarbonization, we seek to find the biggest opportunities and most promising solutions for change. Since our inception in 2006, we've developed a collaborative venturing model that brings startups/scaleups and corporations together. The corporations we partner with continue to play an active part in our funds and continue to benefit from our extensive global network and deal flow strategy. The startups we've …

Stichting DOEN is het fonds van de Postcode Loterij en de VriendenLoterij. The DOEN Foundation's ambition is to help build a sustainable world in which everyone can participate. DOEN promotes sustainable, cultural and social pioneers. DOEN receives its revenues from the Dutch Postcode Lottery and the Friends Lottery. The DOEN Foundation promotes people and enterprises that take the lead in the field of sustainable, cultural and social innovation. DOEN finds these innovators, supports and inspires them and brings them together. Duurzame Energie, Duurzaam Ondernemen, Sociaal Ondernemen, Participaties, Leningen, Subsidies, Bewonersinitiatieven, Regeneratieve Economie, Kunst en Cultuur, and Social Practice

Investing in climate tech before it’s obvious. Supporting founders beyond the first cheque. We back the boldest climate tech founders at the earliest stages - before it's obvious, before it’s crowded. We’ve never been just another VC. We act with speed, conviction and full-stack support - because solving climate takes more than capital. We’re building a full-stack climate platform to help our founders win - from our Energy Tech Summit to The Climate Brick and Climate50. We play long-term games with long-term people, driven by conviction, not consensus. You're not just building a company. You're reshaping industries. We're here for …

Extantia is a venture capital firm backing pioneers in climate. Extantia is a venture capital firm backing pioneers in climate. As a leading climate tech generalist, the firm’s investment strategies — Extantia Flagship and Extantia Allstars — are dedicated to supporting climate-focused companies and venture funds. Founded in 2020 and headquartered in Berlin, the firm manages approximately €300M in AuM. Extantia Flagship directly invests in software and hardware solutions that address large, near-term market opportunities with the power to redefine industries. It focuses on Seed to Series A rounds across Europe, with initial tickets ranging from €1-5 million.

At BayWa r.e. we r.e.think energy - how it is produced, stored and can be best used to enable the global renewable energy transition that is essential to the future of our planet. We are a leading global developer, service supplier, distributor and solutions provider and have brought over 5.5 GW of energy online and manage over 10 GW of assets. We are also an Independent Power Producer with an expanding energy trading business. BayWa r.e. works with businesses worldwide to provide tailored renewable solutions. Operating 100% carbon neutral, we are also committed to our own sustainability journey. Every day, …

Accelerating Sustainable Economic Development The Vermont Sustainable Jobs Fund (VSJF) is a nonprofit organization committed to nurturing the sustainable development of Vermont’s economy. VSJF provides business assistance, network development, research and financing in agriculture and food system, forest product, waste management, renewable energy, and environmental technology sectors. Located in Montpelier, Vermont, VSJF was created by the Vermont Legislature in 1995 to partner with state government, private sector businesses, and nonprofits to build a thriving economic, social, and ecological future for Vermont. sustainable agriculture, sustainable forestry, food system planning, clean technology, network development, data analysis, communication, facilitation, market sector development, business …

Saving natural resources through growing revenues GROWING REVENUES WHILE SAVING NATURAL RESOURCES We operate on markets undergoing a revolution due to competition for resources, infrastructure overload, socio-economic change and decreasing cost of key technologies. Our companies are high impact, capital light, and scalable. We share their journey to success and try to help accelerate it.

We help startups! Inven Capital is a venture capital fund investing in climate tech startups across Europe and Israel. It is backed by a major European energy utility ČEZ, a.s. and by the European Investment Bank (EIB), having EUR 500m at its disposal over two fund generations. We seek investments into climate tech growth stage startups and all areas within decarbonization are close to our heart. We target late-stage growth opportunities with business model proven by sales and with significant growth potential. We focus on creating long term value through active support of the companies and their founders and aim …

Solving Challenges for Humanity’s Sustainable Future Envision Energy is a world-leading green technology company that provides renewable energy solutions for global enterprises, governments, and institutions. Encompassing three major business sectors - Smart Wind Turbines, Energy Storage, and Green Hydrogen Solutions, Envision Energy collaboratively constructs comprehensive solutions for energy transformation. It also manages Envision-Hongshan Carbon-Neutral Fund and owns Envision Racing Formula E team, who conquered the Formula E Teams' Championship in 2023. With its contribution to the global green energy transition, Envision Energy is listed as a “Green Giant” in TIME “2024Time 100 Most Influential Companies” list. Envision Energy has also …

Accelerator program supporting entrepreneurs in the energy, smart Grid, clean tech, AI, and cybersecurity fields. Energia Ventures is a three-month intensive accelerator for entrepreneurs with an innovative business in the energy, smart grid, artificial intelligence, cleantech, and cybersecurity sectors. We provide funding, mentoring, and programming to take your business to the next stage. Additionally, Energia Ventures is a member of the Global Accelerator Network (GAN), a network of leading accelerators from around the world, and we maintain positive relationships with some of the leading global corporations operating in the energy and technology sectors. Located in Fredericton - the Start-Up Capital …

Building alliances for the green transition. With our non-profit AGORA European Green Deal, a brand by European Commons. Verena Ringler = Helmut Schmidt Fellow 2022! This allows us to foster alliances for the green transition. We design special projects for leaders of regions, public institutions, enterprises, and civil society. We do this at the diplomacy-society nexus. We work with a small core team at our headquarters in Innsbruck and with large project-specific international teams. Verena Ringler is a European strategy expert who delivers on the triangle of innovation, content, and outreach. For three years, she worked as Deputy Head of …

Greentech Media has been integrated into Wood Mackenzie. Follow their page for the latest renewables news. Greentech Media was acquired in 2016 by Wood Mackenzie, the leading global research, consultancy, and data analytics business powering the natural resources industry. Wood Mackenzie is the global insight business for renewables, energy and natural resources. Driven by data. Powered by people. In the middle of an energy revolution, businesses and governments need reliable and actionable insight to lead the transition to a sustainable future. That’s why we cover the entire supply chain with unparalleled breadth and depth, backed by over 50 years’ experience …

Sectors: Research

Advancing Climate Tech for People & Communities From Oregon BEST to VertueLab! Our beginnings harken back to 2007 when we were formed as Oregon BEST, a non-profit economic development engine funded by the State of Oregon to support cleantech startups. As a powerful force providing access to critical support and funding, our mission is similar but has evolved even further. Today we are thrilled to introduce our new brand, VertueLab. VertueLab is a bridge between cleantech innovators and those who fuel their work with funding and investment. For innovators - we deliver acceleration programs to help their companies grow and …

Enabling entrepreneurs to sustainably revolutionize agrifood systems, globally. The Yield Lab formed in 2014 to address a lack of capital and support for early stage agriculture technology companies. Agriculture innovation is essential in sustainably feeding a rising global population. We enable entrepreneurs to revolutionize agrifood systems, globally. We do this through our 4 funds in Europe, Latin America, Asia Pacific, and North America. Each region invests in seed stage to growth stage agrifoodtech companies, provides and international business connections and the resources of the entire Yield Lab international network. ~90 portfolio companies, and 4 international locations since our founding, we …

Technological solutions to environmental and human development challenges. The Breakthrough Institute is a paradigm-shifting think tank committed to modernizing environmentalism for the 21st century. Breakthrough's mission is to accelerate the transition to a future where all the world's inhabitants can enjoy secure, free, and prosperous lives on an ecologically vibrant planet. Our core values are integrity, imagination, and audacity.

Global early backers of entrepreneurial genius Hummingbird Ventures is an agile investor in entrepreneurial genius. We value emotional intelligence as much as data, growing internal culture as much as growing revenue, and forming strong, personal bonds with founders. Often the first institutional investor, we’ve helped start-ups scale from zero to category-defining multi-billion dollar businesses across 3 continents. We work best with outsiders who challenge industry boundaries and conventions, transforming tiny miracles into impactful companies. Hummingbird Ventures teamed up with transformative companies, including Deliveroo, Showpad, Kraken, Peak Games, Amplidata, Gram Games, Shutl, Merlin, Billiontoone and many others. venture capital, e-commerce, marketplaces, …

We develop leaders who create positive social and environmental change to bring about an economy that works for all. For the latest updates in your city, follow our city-specific On Purpose LinkedIn accounts: On Purpose London On Purpose Paris On Purpose Berlin We are working towards an economy that works for all - one that is equitable and sustainable in the long-term. We develop leaders for the impact economy wherever we find it, from big companies, over social enterprise, to small charities. We are a community of circa 2,000 people and organisations creating positive social and environmental change through the …

Providing simple finance for outstanding charities and social enterprises Social and Sustainable Capital (SASC) is an award-winning social investor. Since our launch in 2014, we have committed over £135 million to more than 54 organisations across the UK. We look for organisations that provide lasting solutions to social challenges. We aim to develop enduring partnerships with the organisations we invest in, supporting both their financial sustainability and their ability to generate increased social impact. Our funds are designed to meet the specific needs of social sector organisations. Our processes are transparent, flexible, and straightforward. Awards received; WINNER - NatWest SE100 …

Oxygen Accelerator is an intensive 13 week programme that provides mentoring, tools, hands-on support and up to €21,000 in investment for early stage tech startups. If you have a product launched with customers and are looking to take your startup to the next level with the most intense, game-changing three months of your life, we want to hear from you. Oxygen Accelerator is one of the programmes run by Oxygen Startups. Tech Startups and Business Growth

Venture Capital for industrial innovation - bold ideas for a bright future. Why we are unique: Emerald brings open innovation and venture capital together in unparalleled fashion, with 25+ years of experience in investing in the sustainable industrial transformation. What we do: We empower corporates to successfully innovate and collaborate with start-ups, and to transition their businesses to a more sustainable future. We have over 50 large corporations as investors and partners in open innovation. How we do it: We invest in early and expansion stage start-ups globally, while being locally positioned in Europe, North America and Asia with a …

Since 1820, Swedbank has been the bank for the many households and businesses. We are a modern financial services platform focused on customer satisfaction. Our goal is to encourage people to save for a better future, and we aim to help people, businesses and society to grow by promoting a healthy and sustainable economy. As an equal opportunity employer, we believe that diversity and equality help us to grow and achieve our goals. We encourage a culture built on trust, respect and our values - open, simple and caring. With 7.4 million private customers and more than 600,000 corporate and …

The easy way to great food Restaurants using Karma see their average spend per head increase, while also gaining data on who their guests are in order to build stronger relationships and attract more repeat customers. And hey, did we say they reduce their foodwaste too? Food, Food Waste, Food Tech, Startup, Sustainability, Innovation, Development, iOS, Android, Circular Economy, mobile ordering, and contactless payments

We help Swedish companies grow global sales & international companies invest and expand in Sweden We help Swedish companies grow global sales & international companies invest and expand in Sweden. For Swedish companies, we provide strategic advice, sales execution and operational support to help them grow their international revenues. They can trust us to shorten time to market, find new revenue streams, and lower risks. We have achieved our expertise by being present in the world's 50 most promising markets for over 40 years, at the scene, helping to close the deal. For international companies we ensure that they can …

Stockholm Environment Institute – bridging science, policy and practice We are an international non-profit research institute that tackles climate, environment and sustainable development challenges. We empower partners to meet these challenges through cutting-edge research, knowledge, tools and capacity building. Scientific quality and integrity are foundations of our work. Partnership is at the heart of our approach, leading to change that lasts. Our work connects science to policy and practice, aiming to drive tangible impacts. It spans climate change, natural resources, water, air, and health, and addresses questions of governance, innovation, finance, poverty, gender equality and social equity. We are committed …

Sectors: Research

Vestas is the energy industry’s global partner on sustainable energy solutions. We design, manufacture, install, and service wind turbines across the globe, and with +200 GW of wind turbines in 88 countries, we have installed more wind power than anyone else. Through our industry-leading smart data capabilities and +160 GW of wind turbines under service, we use data to interpret, forecast, and exploit wind resources and deliver best-in-class wind power solutions. Together with our customers, Vestas’ more than 35,000 employees are bringing the world sustainable energy solutions to power a bright future. Wind power solutions, Wind energy, Renewables, Renewable energy, …

Transform otherwise non-recyclable waste into clean, local, carbon negative, affordable H2, green molecules, and power Boson Energy is a developer of technology, solutions and projects for recycling otherwise non-recyclable waste and biomass into 1) carbon-negative Hydrogen, H2-powered fast charging, H2-powered grid support; 2) green molecules like methanol, ammonia, and urea; 3) green CO2 to replace fossil CO2 in vertical farming, food and beverages and other industries; and 4) cell glass insulation material, from the vitrified solid glass slag output, to replace concrete. The core technology is gasification-based and has been proven on real waste up to TRL 7-8. All downstream …

Northvolt was founded to enable the transition to a decarbonized future by establishing a sustainable battery industry. To do this, we’re pioneering a new approach to battery manufacturing rooted in a commitment to fossil-free energy, sustainable sourcing of raw materials and recycling. Building the world’s greenest battery is no easy task, but with passionate problem-solvers from around the world, we strive to set a new benchmark for sustainability in the battery industry. Want to join us in building a cleaner world? Find your challenge at northvolt.com/career

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We invest in outstanding entrepreneurs in energy and climate tech SK Ventures is a leading venture capital investor focused on the energy transition and climate tech. We partner with exceptional founders in early- and growth-stage start-ups in Europe and North America. With offices in Germany and Norway and backed by Statkraft, Europe's largest producer of renewable energy, SK Ventures provides capital and expertise to accelerate the transition to a more sustainable future. Venture Capital, Start-up, Renewable energy, energy, and climate tech

We invest in scaling startups, driving sustainable digital infrastructure We support entrepreneurs to develop new solutions for a sustainable future - people, planet, profit - by leveraging our financially driven VC setup with the reach and skills of our corporate investor EnBW. The startups that we invest in engage and scale with EnBW in its transformation towards becoming a sustainable and digital infrastructure operator. Nachhaltige Mobilität, Smart Infrastructure, startups, venture capital, corporate venture capital, Climatetech, VC, and Corporate Venture Capital

We invest in purpose-driven entrepreneurs building high-performance companies BMW i Ventures invests in high-performance companies and helps them execute quickly by delivering agile precision—ensuring real-world impact on hardware, software, sustainability across manufacturing, transportation, and services

Shaping the decarbonisation of marine and energy We are a global leader in innovative technologies and services shaping the decarbonisation of marine and energy. With approximately 6.9 billion euros in sales and 18,000 employees across 78 countries, the Wärtsilä strategy focuses on helping customers to continuously improve their environmental and economic performance. Wärtsilä is listed on Nasdaq Helsinki. High efficiency & low emission levels, Lifecycle power solutions and services, Environmental solutions, Energy solutions, Marine, Digital Transformation, LNG, Gas-based technology, Sustainable solutions, Energy efficiency, Services, Marine Solutions, and Energy storage

Where tech meets nature. Astanor is a mission-driven, venture capital firm backing high impact agrifood tech solutions. Astanor - where tech meets nature - is an impact investor that backs ambitious entrepreneurs in Europe and beyond with disruptive, scalable solutions that will create systemic change across the agrifood value chain, from soil to gut. We partner with founders that are committed to restoring balance and sustainability to the land and oceans, prioritising nature and culture, nurturing change and feeding growth.

The leading media brand empowering startup Europe | Backed by the Financial Times Sifted is the critical friend of the European startup ecosystem – providing startup founders, senior management teams, investors and service providers with the curated insights, in-depth analysis and networking opportunities they need to grow their business. Whatever your role is within the ecosystem, however you like to stay up to speed, we've got something for you: 🗞️ Sifted Daily: Our daily newsletter is the essential morning read for founders, investors and corporates who want a quick digest of the news that matters 🔎 Sifted Pro: Our premium …

Creating a world that runs entirely on green energy. Ørsted is the global leader in offshore wind power and is one of the largest renewable energy companies in the world. Within a decade, we transformed from being one of Europe’s most fossil fuel-intensive utilities to being ranked as one of the most sustainable energy companies in the world. Today, we’re guided by a clear vision: to create a world that runs entirely on green energy. We provide countries, companies, and communities with sustainable, reliable, and cost-competitive energy solutions, including offshore and onshore wind, solar, renewable hydrogen, and energy storage. We …

We build great companies focused on industrial innovation. Chrysalix is a global venture capital fund with a long history commercializing step-change innovation for resource intensive industries. We invest in intelligent systems, energy technology and resource productivity solutions to deliver outsized financial returns and environmental sustainability. By teaming up with leading industrial companies and outstanding entrepreneurs, Chrysalix connects market driven problems to breakthrough solutions. Venture Capital, Clean energy, Robotics, Oil & Gas, Mining, Electric Power, Utilities, Energy, Automation & Manufacturing, Financing, Innovation, Solar, Transportation, Smart Cities, Startups, and Industry 4.0

COLLECTIVITE TERRITORIALE DE GUYANE is a government administration company based out of 4179 RTE DE MONTABO, Cayenne, Guyane, France.

Mission to make business a positive force in society. We provide workspaces, venues and training. The Trampery is a purpose-led enterprise dedicated to making business a positive force in society. It provides workspaces, venues, training and management services in pursuit of its mission. The five key elements of its mission are to: - Advance business models with positive social & environmental impact. - Support entrepreneurs from under-represented backgrounds. - Drive inclusion & diversity in the workplace. - Promote healthy work-life balance & well-being. - Contribute to thriving neighbourhoods and strong communities. Today The Trampery operates six campuses across the city, …

Sectors: Facilities Services

FAB, the UAE’s largest bank and one of the world’s largest financial institutions offers an extensive range of tailor-made solutions, and products and services, to provide a customised banking experience. Through its strategic offerings, it looks to meet the banking needs of customers across the world via its market-leading Corporate and Investment Banking and Personal Banking franchises. Headquartered in Abu Dhabi, in Khalifa Business Park, the bank’s international network spans over 19 countries, across the world, providing the global relationships, expertise and financial strength to support local, regional and international businesses seeking to do business at home and abroad. In …

We Empower Innovators At Startupbootcamp, we supercharge startup growth – providing capital, world-class mentorship, and direct access to investors, corporate partners, and industry experts. 🚀 1,700+ startups backed: $2B+ raised, 75% still scaling 🌍 30+ innovation ecosystems under management 100+ events per year | 150+ accelerators in 15+ countries Our mission: Accelerate 100,000 impact-driven startups in the next decade – shaping the future and driving real change toward the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals. Beyond accelerators, we empower businesses and governments to create, scale, and manage innovation ecosystems – from long-term innovation strategies to disruptive business models and breakthrough product innovations. …

We’re co-founders and early stage investors. We build and fund startups globally. Founders Factory builds and funds startups together with exceptional entrepreneurs and the world’s leading companies. Created by serial entrepreneurs Brent Hoberman CBE and Henry Lane Fox, Founders Factory backs entrepreneurs with capital, operational support from a team of experts, and unrivalled access to leading organisations, including: Aviva, Rio Tinto, Vonovia, Fastweb, Mediobanca, HSBC, Pico Global, Hitachi, The Government of Western Australia, Enterprise Singapore and MSWA. Founders Factory’s Venture Studio co-founds businesses from inception, developing new ideas, technologies and business models into high growth companies. Our Accelerator backs early …

Global accelerator funds for passionate B2B startup founders! We are a diverse team of tech lovers, mentors, experts, and founders ourselves bound together by our passion to support founders on their entrepreneurial journey. We help to solve key challenges at every stage Dare to dream global. We’re a startup accelerator like no other, our optimized approach puts early stage startups on the map and catapults them into worldwide success. Startup Wise Guy’s origins began in Europe’s tech-savvy startup capital, Estonia. Since 2012, we have used our carefully curated expertise, skills and funding to skyrocket hundreds of emerging early stage startups …

Bondora – Finance made simple. At Bondora, we are on a mission to help people financially to accelerate their dreams. Our customers enjoy a seamless lending and investing experience with simple online processes, clear terms, and no hidden fees. Since 2008, nearly 200,000 customers have trusted Bondora for their financial needs, borrowing over €1 billion across five markets: Estonia, Finland, Spain, the Netherlands, and Latvia. And close to 250,000 investors across Europe have chosen us to effortlessly grow their wealth. Our straightforward online application process, combined with instant personalized offers and flexible repayment options, ensures borrowing with Bondora is clear …

Largest entrepreneurs & innovation ecosystem in Europe. Part of ISDI business school & IMPACT Accelerator programs We help STARTUPS to scale up and to create value for their shareholders. We help INVESTORS improve the deal flow and build a stronger portfolio. We help CORPORATIONS foster innovation through corporate innovation. We help INSTITUTIONS develop innovation projects for startups. startups, entrepreneurship, acceleration, funding, internationallization, business training, corporate innovation, mentorship, and investors

Adventurers for a better world. Ship2B is a non-dividend, non-for-loss, business adventure aimed at moving our society towards a better world. Our VISION is a plan B for our society, where economics, social welfare, culture and the environment go hand in hand in self-sustaining companies with a social mission. Our MISSION is to help change the world by connecting entrepreneurial talent, transformational ideas, socially conscious investors and senior mentors to generate new social innovation projects self-sustaining high impact. At Ship2B we engage with entrepreneurs and intrapreneurs to design, finance and build business projects with high social impact, our "ships"​, which …

We catalyze the economic stakeholders in order to solve social and environmental challenges. We catalyze the economic stakeholders in order to solve social and environmental challenges We are a global platform supporting entrepreneurs, corporates, governments and investors with needed resources, opportunities and tailored guidance so they can create solutions to the world's most pressing challenges. --- Making impact grow --- Empresas sociales, Sostenibildad medioambiental, Desarrollo sostenible y local, Impacto social, Impact Investing, Technology for Impact, and Sustainable Deveopment Goals

We create an enabling environment where African entrepreneurs can develop competence, access relevant network & capital PANGEA – WE FACILITATE TRUST, TRANSPARENCY AND IMPACT Pangea is an accelerator program and an investment platform that matches startups with investors. We create an enabling environment, where entrepreneurs can develop competence, access relevant network, and capital in order to reach their full potential. The Pangea Accelerator Program is a three months milestone based accelerator program focusing on validation and scalability. Our first Accelerator program is underway in Kenya, with huge success. Startups, Crowdfunding, Diaspora, Impact investment, Diaspora investors, Diaspora investments, African startups, SMEs …

Profit because of impact We work to make impact investing mainstream and mobilize capital and businesses to deliver positive impact. We accelerate and invest in Ocean and African companies solving the world’s greatest challenges. Katapult VC is a investment company with two investment strategies focusing on impact driven climate ventures. In total, Katapult has made 169 investments in impact ventures globally. Our two investment teams and themes are: 🌊 Katapult Ocean, the world’s most active ocean impact venture fund investing globally and recognized as a Top Investor by World Economic Forum, Uplink and Top50 Climate investors. Katapult Ocean is a …

We're a global initiative that's here to make all fashion good - as an innovation platform and a convenor for change. Fashion for Good is the global initiative that’s here to make all fashion good. By sparking and scaling innovation, by offering practical action in the form of support, funding and roadmaps, and by fostering sector-wide collaboration rather than competition, we enable the daring invention and widespread adoption of good fashion practice. With an Innovation Hub in Amsterdam that supports a global network of change makers, we are reimagining how fashion is designed, made, worn and reused for the good …

Make Banking Better Unconventional Ventures provides boutique consulting services to drive innovation to improve systematic financial wellness. We connect founders to funders, provide mentorship to entrepreneurs, strategic advisory services to a broad set of corporates, and broaden opportunities for diversity within the ecosystem. Our belief is that anyone with great ideas should have a chance to succeed. We work with banking clients, fintech startups, technology firms like IBM, Adobe, Samsung, as well as Accenture, PwC, Bain, CapGemini, Omidyar Network, and Oliver Wyman. We help organize discussions at global conferences and events like Money 2020, Plug and Play, Digital Banking, InVest, …

We are Vodafone's think tank. We explore potentials of future technologies for the digital and green transformation. The Institute is Vodafone’s thinktank. We explore the potentials and responsible use of digital technologies for innovation, growth and sustainable social impact. Through research and events, we provide thought-leadership and offer a platform for dialogue between business, academia and politics. We are committed to improving access to technology for all parts of society and thus develop and support on-the-ground projects for female empowerment and digital education. The wide-ranging expertise of the Advisory Board members reflects the Institute’s intention to act as a cross–sectoral …

We are Europe’s leading climate innovation agency and community, catalysing systems change through innovation. Climate KIC is Europe’s leading climate innovation agency and community, mobilising systems change in countries, regions, cities, and businesses. We orchestrate solutions and facilitate learning to bridge the gap between climate commitments and current reality. Climate KIC was founded in 2010 upon the initiative of the European Institute of Innovation and Technology (EIT), a body of the European Union. Today, as an independent foundation, we work with partners across the globe to drive faster and more ambitious climate action in Europe and beyond to build climate-resilient …

Bethnal Green Ventures is Europe’s leading early-stage tech for good VC. Bethnal Green Ventures is Europe’s leading early-stage tech for good VC. We back ambitious and diverse founders using technology to tackle big social and environmental problems at scale. BGV has unrivalled experience and track record investing in and scaling tech for good businesses, generating top-tier returns for investors, as well as significant and measurable impact. Bethnal Green Ventures is operated by BGV Investment Management Limited, an appointed representative of Midmar Capital LLP, which is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority, in respect of UK investment advisory or …

The startup accelerator. Where startups, public institutions, and corporations work together to change the world <IMPACT> Accelerator is the accelerator made by world renowned accelerators, global brands and VCs. Top ten worldwide. Equity-free funding, top-tier acceleration, expert mentors, and more. Boosting innovation in Europe and beyond. Our current projects include IMPACT Connected Car, IMPACT Growth, and IMPACT RobotUnion. IMPACT Connected Car offers startups up to €60k equity free to fund solutions in IoT, safety & security, vehicle management, and more. IMPACT Connected Car is led by top players in the fields of innovation and automobiles, including ISDI, FundingBox, Mobile World …

Unleashing ambitions, helping women and men to realize their innovative transformation projects. WILCO accelerates innovative projects driven by men and women to create economic value and have a positive impact on society. Projects led by teams in 3 business areas: Industry, Healthcare, Digital, (12 sectors) for 3 types of customers: [French startups (1,500 startups accelerated since 2012 - 100 new startups per year / €300M raised per year / 50% of startups with sales > €1M in 3 years] WILCO deploys 2 programs to accelerate the growth and scalability. 1. WILCO One (+1500 startups accelerated) : Tech startups: Structuring entrepreneurial …

Defending and advancing prisoners’ fundamental rights across Europe The European Prison Litigation Network defends and advances prisoners’ fundamental rights across the continent and advocates for the reduced use of incarceration. We research and analyse legal changes and their impact on prisoners’ rights and life in prison. Our network of around 30 civil society organisations and bar associations involves prisoners and their defenders in penal and prison policymaking at domestic, European and international institutions.

Innovation and modernization of the legal profession The European incubator of the Brussels Bar (INCUEBRUX) is an international organization set up by the French-speaking Order of lawyers of the Brussels Bar, in collaboration with the Dutch-speaking Order of lawyers of the Brussels Bar. Together, the two Orders represent over 8,000 lawyers. INCUEBRUX is an international joint committee for innovation and modernisation of the legal profession. It addresses technological challenges faced by legal professionals and how to cope with them while promoting high standards of professional conduct. legaltech, droit et technologie, avocat, modernisation de la profession d'avocat, innovation, technologie, numérique, and …

Sectors: Legal Services

Founded in 1766, Christie’s is a world-leading art and luxury business. Renowned and trusted for its expert live and online auctions, as well as its bespoke private sales, Christie’s offers a full portfolio of global services to its clients, including art appraisal, art financing, international real estate and education. Christie’s has a physical presence in 46 countries, throughout the Americas, Europe, Middle East, and Asia Pacific, with flagship international sales hubs in New York, London, Hong Kong, Paris and Geneva. It also is the only international auction house authorized to hold sales in mainland China (Shanghai). Christie’s auctions span more …

Fostering the construction revolution We are the Corporate Venture Capital (CVC) and open innovation unit of Cemex, a leading sustainable construction materials and solutions company with a global trading network of almost 100 countries. With our clear vision for the next frontier of sustainable living, we invest and partner with the most promising startups to fulfill our mission of driving the construction industry revolution. #BuildingABetterFuture

At UnternehmerTUM, visions turn into value. Our teams empower innovation enthusiasts to take entrepreneurial action. Together with startups and established companies, we drive tech ventures forward - from first idea to market leadership. In collaboration with the Technical University of Munich (TUM) and entrepreneur Susanne Klatten, we’ve been promoting future-forward startups such as Celonis, Konux, Lilium, inveox, and Isar Aerospace since 2002. Innovation, Entrepreneurship, KI, Nachhaltigkeit, Mittelstand, Female Entrepreneurship, Mobilität, Built Environment, Healthcare, Leadership, Tech Education, Venture Capital, Startups, and Deep Tech

The place to meet the right people. Since 2016, TechQuartier has been the place to meet the right people through events, programs, and Accelerators in our coworking space in Frankfurt. As innovation drivers in Frankfurt's Financial Center, we are the bridge for growth between startup founders and established FinTech, GreenTech and Mittelstand corporations. TechQuartier has been part of the Federal Digital Hub Initiative (de:hub) since its start in 2017. In 2024, we were officially recognized as the FinTech Hub Frankfurt within the de:hub network. We continue to drive the Frankfurt Rhine-Main startup ecosystem forward, strengthening its role as a key …

Meet the right people. Make an impact. 💚 | powered by @techQuartier When thousands of innovative minds gather to address the world's most pressing issues and share the latest greentech ideas, possibilities become infinite - and the IMPACT FESTIVAL is where it all starts. The IMPACT FESTIVAL is a B2B event offering 200+ start-ups the chance to pitch their ideas directly to over 4,500+ participants, 250+ investors, and 170+ speakers. This could be a lifetime opportunity for any start-up looking to impact sustainability. Not only that, but it's also an excellent way for entrepreneurs and innovators of all backgrounds and …

Sectors: Event

Many Companies. One Mahindra. Founded in 1945, the Mahindra Group is one of the largest and most admired multinational federations of companies, with 324,000+ employees across 100+ countries. It enjoys a leadership position in farm equipment, utility vehicles, information technology, and financial services in India and is the world’s largest tractor company by volume. The Group operates in 20+ industries, including renewable energy, agriculture, logistics, hospitality, and real estate, with a turnover of over US $25 billion. The Mahindra Group has a clear focus on leading ESG globally, enabling rural prosperity and enhancing urban living, with a goal to drive …

Your partner in digital innovation We empower your business to stay competitive by offering flexible, secure and reliable technology services, tailored to your unique needs, helping to drive growth, increase efficiency, reduce cost, and delivers measurable success. We are committed to low-carbon and sustainable development through our IT solutions to help companies like yours reduce your environmental impact. Getronics is a global leader in technology solutions with a team of over 4,000 colleagues in 22 centres, providing comprehensive end-to-end services across the globe. We are one of only 18 companies from around the world positioned within the 2025 Gartner® Magic …

Developing every student to lead with wisdom, empathy and courage, now and across multiple tomorrows. We are a small, independent liberal arts college committed to integrating the humanities and social sciences with science and engineering in new and exciting ways. Union's rigorous academics take place in a diverse, welcoming campus environment that supports your personal growth, provides you with a wealth of opportunities to find and pursue your passions, and inspires you to engage with the local and global community through meaningful projects and volunteer work. liberal arts, engineering, research, interdisciplinary, terms abroad, and undergraduate

At Telefónica, our mission is to deliver the best digital experience to all our customers by providing connectivity and advanced services tailored to their needs. We are committed to technological innovation and service excellence as core pillars to build trust and support the digital development of individuals, companies, and public administrations. Telekommunikation, Mobilfunk, Künstliche Intelligenz, Internet of Things, Digitalisierung, DSL, 5G, 4G, Netz, Datenanalyse, New Work, and Hybrid Work

The Power of Collaboration The BMW Foundation Herbert Quandt unites the brightest minds from business, policy, science and civil society to collaborate on forward-looking approaches and solutions to the challenges of our time. Together, we work across borders, cultures and systems for innovative pathways to strengthen an innovative and responsible economy while also promoting an open-minded and future-proof society.

Plan A enables businesses to measure, report, and reduce emissions to reach net-zero. B Corp. TÜV certified. Plan A, a Diginex Company, is Europe’s leading provider of corporate carbon accounting and decarbonisation software, enabling companies to turn emissions intelligence into measurable business value Founded in 2017, the company has developed an AI-powered platform that simplifies emissions accounting, target setting, and reduction planning using TÜV methodology and in line with ISO, GHG, SOC2 and SBTi standards. By transforming complex climate data into reliable and actionable insights, Plan A’s cutting-edge solutions, such as Gaia AI, coupled with personalised expert support, help Finance …

Sectors: IT services

The PSI Group develops software products for optimizing the flow of energy and materials for utilities and industry. As an independent software producer with more than 2,400 employees, PSI has been a technology leader since 1969 for process control systems that ensure sustainable energy supply, mobility and production by combining AI methods with industrially proven optimization methods. The innovative industry products are sold both directly and via the cloud-based PSI Marketplace. PSI software products stand for safe, efficient energy supply and optimized production and logistics processes worldwide. The PSI Group has been certified in accordance with ISO 9001 since 1994. …

For more than 140 years, Vorwerk has been an internationally active family-owned company focused on improving life everywhere we call home. Our superior products and services come with a human touch, from the way we develop and sell them, to the way they are used. Vorwerk is the number-one direct sales company in Europe, and a worldwide leader in direct sales of high-quality household devices. Vorwerk consistently pursues direct contact with its customers, which puts its advisors at the forefront of activities because they serve as the central point of contact. Today, around 8,000 employees and more than 116,000 independent …

Sectors: Consumer Goods

We make rooms worth living in. About SURTECO GmbH SURTECO GmbH is among the world's leading suppliers of all forms of decorative surface finishes made of paper and plastics. We develop multimaterial products that are perfectly harmonised in terms of design, colour and surface finish. As a one-stop shop in our sector, we also set future-orientated standards when it comes to the combination of surfacing and edging. The business was established in 2018 by means of the merger of internationally successful companies BauschLinnemann GmbH, Döllken-Kunststoffverarbeitung GmbH and SURTECO DECOR GmbH. As a result, the many years of experience, extensive technical …

realise your gardening dreams!🌻☀ Grow with us:🚀 https://karriere.husqvarnagroup.de/ About GARDENA Based in Ulm/Germany, GARDENA is the preferred brand for millions of home and garden owners worldwide when it comes to garden care. That is because GARDENA offers a complete range of all that is required – no matter if watering systems, pumps, lawn care, robotics, smart system, tree and shrub care, garden tools, soil cultivation or city gardening. Today GARDENA is the leading brand for high-quality garden tools in Europe and represented in more than 80 countries all over the world. It takes an emotional approach to address those who …

Driving the eco-industrial revolution Munich Venture Partners (MVP) is a European venture capital investor backing entrepreneurs driving the eco-industrial revolution with transformative technologies. The investment focus is on sectors with CO2 emission-intensive value chains: energy, mobility, agriculture and food, and industrial technologies. MVP has more than 15 years of experience investing in cleantech start-ups across Europe, including investments in recent success cases relayr and sonnen. Read more at www.munichvp.com

2150 is a venture capital firm investing in technologies that are redefining cities and the industries that sustain them 2150 is a venture capital firm investing in technology companies that are redefining cities and the industries that sustain them. Built on the belief that cities drive the majority of global prosperity and represent the greatest opportunity for sustainable progress, 2150 backs founders developing transformative solutions across energy, industrial decarbonisation, advanced manufacturing, mobility solutions, and urban systems. 2150 manages €500 million in assets under management and invests worldwide from its offices in London, Copenhagen and Berlin.

Centre of excellence for applied energy transition & climate protection | #denakongress 9 & 10 November 2026 | dena.de dena is a centre of excellence for the applied energy transition and climate protection. We work with stakeholders from across all sectors, on both a national and international level. As a think tank, we study the challenges of building a climate-neutral society and support the German government in achieving its energy and climate policy objectives. We develop solutions for climate neutrality and put them into practice. To do this, we bring together partners from politics, business, the scientific community and all …

Sectors: Energy Public business cluster