Circular Valley - center of the circular economy Circular Valley is a globally unique hotspot for establishing a future-oriented circular economy. In Circular Valley, international startups, companies, science and politics meet to work together across industries and technologies on closing material cycles along existing value chains, developing policy recommendations and political framework conditions and providing the public with lasting information on the topic of circular economy. The non-profit Circular Valley Foundation is supported by the state of North-Rhine Westphalia and the EU. In addition, various funding bodies and many of the 100+ partners are sponsors. The foundation financially supports the …

Sectors: Startup accelerator & VC

We supply material solutions for the great challenges of our time. Follow us on our journey to becoming #FullyCircular. Covestro is one of the world’s leading manufacturers of high-quality polymer materials and their components. With its innovative products, processes and methods, the company helps enhance sustainability and the quality of life in many areas. Covestro supplies customers around the world in key industries such as mobility, building and living, as well as the electrical and electronics sector. In addition, polymers from Covestro are also used in sectors such as sports and leisure, cosmetics and health, as well as in the …

Sectors: Chemistry

Seed Investor. We invest in People. Venture Capital for High-Tech Founders. Made in Germany. The seed investor High-Tech Gründerfonds (HTGF) finances tech start-ups with growth potential and has supported more than 700 start-ups since 2005. With the launch of its fourth fund, HTGF now has about 1.4 billion euros under management. Its team of experienced investment managers and start-up experts support young companies with expertise, entrepreneurial spirit and passion. HTGF’s focus is on high-tech start-ups in the fields of digital tech, industrial tech, life sciences, chemistry and related business areas. To date, external investors have injected about 5 billion euros …

Join our global network of 110+ Impact Hubs accelerating inclusive and sustainable innovation at scale. What we do Our world is facing complex challenges. Challenges that will only be tackled through collaboration. At Impact Hub, we make collaboration happen by designing impactful solutions, building business for good and (re)imagining the future. Who we are We are a global network made up of 100+ Impact Hubs worldwide with 25,000+ people driving change in 60+ countries across 5 continents. Our community is a colourful bunch of impact-driven entrepreneurs, creators, innovators and intrapreneurs who are all taking action to create a better tomorrow …

Sectors: Startup accelerator & VC

We are Solvay, mastering the elements essential to our world. Welcome to Solvay, where science and mastery come together, creating excellence that stands the test of time. With a 160-year legacy, we're not just innovators; we're on a constant journey of progress, mastering the essential elements of our world. We're all about revealing potentials, just like you. Recognizing what's crucial for our world, our solutions aim for a sustainable future, making a positive impact on individuals and communities worldwide. In the market, we're leading the way with best-in-class essential chemicals, making a difference in critical sectors like construction, healthcare, consumer …

Sectors: Chemistry

We back those entrepreneurs who build climate tech for a regenerative world. We help to decarbonise the global economy. As a climate tech VC, we are driven by tackling the climate crisis and only invest in technologies with scalable businesses and significant emissions savings potential. We support startups from early to growth stage, focusing on Energy, Food and Agriculture, Manufacturing, Buildings, and Mobility. Entrepreneurs who understand decarbonisation as a value driver are whom we back; those who think big, act macro; those who build tech for a regenerative world. Climate Tech, Energy, Venture Capital, Start-Ups, and Impact

Siemens AG (Berlin and Munich) is a leading technology company focused on industry, infrastructure, transport, and healthcare. From more resource-efficient factories, resilient supply chains, and smarter buildings and grids, to cleaner and more comfortable transportation as well as advanced healthcare, the company creates technology with purpose adding real value for customers. By combining the real and the digital worlds, Siemens empowers its customers to transform their industries and markets, helping them to transform the everyday for billions of people. Siemens also owns a majority stake in the publicly listed company Siemens Healthineers, a globally leading medical technology provider shaping the …

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Sifted is the leading media brand for the European startup community, backed by the Financial Times. 👋 Welcome to Sifted — the only read you need for staying up to speed on startup Europe. Looking for the next big thing in tech? Or maybe you’ve got your eye on a specific sector? We’ll save you hours of research with Sifted Pro, our premium subscription, where you’ll get access to: 🔎 100+ Briefings: packed with proprietary data on emerging sectors and geographic hotspots — keeping you ahead of the competition. 🗓️ Monthly events: Source new business opportunities with rising stars and …

At UnternehmerTUM, visions turn into value. Our teams empower innovation enthusiasts to take entrepreneurial action. Together with start-ups 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 start-ups such as Celonis, Konux, Lilium, inveox, and Isar Aerospace since 2002.

Where Food & FoodTech professionals come to get the inside scoop on industry news and meet partners, friends, mentors, investors - and everything in between. From our weekly newsletter, to our ambassador run Meetups and our annual FoodHack Summit - our goal at FoodHack is to make it easier for purpose driven food founders to access the funding, network and knowledge they need to successfully launch and scale their business. meetups, community building, food education, food entrepreneurs, conferences, Swiss startups, Food tech, Food & beverages, entrepreneurship, food hackathon, corporate innovation, foodpreneur, food innovation, food industry, open innovation, food startups, trends …

Let's accelerate green transformation together! 🌱 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 experiences to meet with like-minded people …

Sectors: Event

Inspiring Responsible Leadership The BMW Foundation Herbert Quandt unites economic innovators, political decision-makers, leading scientists, and representatives of civil society in a global network. Together, we transcend borders, cultures, and systems to advocate for innovations and sustainable changes that pave the way for innovative economies and resilient democracies. These efforts serve as the foundation for a fairer and more livable future. Imprint and Privacy statement: https://bmw-foundation.org/privacy-and-legal Responsible Leadership, Community of Purpose, Economic Transformation, and Innovative Economies

Through sport, we have the power to change lives. Inspired by our heritage, we push the boundaries of culture and human performance. Through sport, we have the power to change lives. Headquartered in Herzogenaurach, Germany, we employ more than 59,200 people across the globe. apparel, footwear, premium fashion, sports brand, football, running, training, basketball, and originals

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