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Ashden Supporting climate innovation and accelerating transformative solutions to help build a more just world. Ashden's mission is to accelerate transformative climate solutions and build a more just world. Our awards, events, networks and analysis support outstanding climate innovation. We boost the pioneers delivering a zero carbon future – and creating new jobs, better health, and stronger communities along the way. Our work switches on clean energy for rural villages and refugee camps. It tackles fuel poverty, by making homes warm and energy-efficient. It powers green jobs, and zero-carbon schools. It defends and restores nature. And it supports local climate action, … Type: NGO, Think-tanks, Ed, & Culture Activities: cleantech greentech | 20 | 6 | 10 | 75 | |
60 Decibels Global impact measurement company - we make it easy to listen to the people who matter the most 60 Decibels is a global, tech-enabled impact measurement company that brings speed and scalability to social impact measurement and customer insights. We provide genuine benchmarks of impact performance, enabling organizations to understand impact relative to peers and set performance targets. We have a network of 1200+ researchers in 80+ countries, and have worked with more than 1000 of the world’s leading impact investors, companies, foundations, corporations, NGOs, and public sector organizations. Medium: https://60-decibels.medium.com/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/60_decibels Impact Management, Impact Measurement, Customer Insights, Market … Type: Startup Activities: martech Technologies: Data Analytics | 13 | 1 | 7 | 634 | |
Centraal Beheer We are here for you when you need us. #evenapeldoornbellen At Centraal Beheer, we help you with insurance, financial solutions and useful services. For you, your family and your company. With our solutions that are good and feel good, we offer security and much ease. From car insurance to solar panels, from absenteeism insurance to a mortgage. We are here for you when you need us. We will listen and contribute ideas. There is a solution for everything. So app, chat or email us. Or just give us a call: “Even Apeldoorn bellen”. Zakelijke verzekeringen, Particuliere verzekeringen, Pensioenen, Levensverzekeringen, Diensten, … Type: Large company Activities: fintech insurtech | 7 | 2 | 4 | 1,148 | |
Vitens [Automatic translation follows] Water for now and later. Vitens is the largest drinking water company in the Netherlands. We supply top-quality drinking water to 5.9 million people and companies in the provinces of Flevoland, Friesland, Gelderland, Utrecht and Overijssel and municipalities in Drenthe and North Holland. With approximately 1,600 employees, 100 production companies and a pipeline network of 49,500 kilometres, 347 million m3 of water is supplied annually. The annual turnover from water amounts to approximately 333 million euros. The shares of Vitens are 100% owned by local and regional governments. water company | 7 | 2 | 3 | 1,716 | |
Village Capital We’re reinventing the system to back the entrepreneurs of the future. Village Capital is reinventing the system to back the entrepreneurs of the future. Known for its groundbreaking approaches to supporting founders who are building solutions to emergent social, economic, and environmental challenges, VilCap unlocks critical social and financial capital for early-stage companies to maximize business and impact growth. Since 2009, Village Capital has supported over 1,400 startups that have raised over $5 billion in investment capital. It has made more than 150 investments through its various affiliated funds, including Vilcap Investments, which has invested in 110 peer-selected companies. Over … Type: Incubators & VCs | 72 | 30 | 33 | 337 | |
VC4A Connecting startup entrepreneurs in emerging markets to the knowledge, network, and funding they need to succeed. VC4A is an ecosystem builder that leverages its infrastructure, network, and expertise for the programs that contribute to the global startup movement. Since 2008, the organization designs, structures, and implements successful entrepreneurship programs across emerging markets. VC4A runs an online platform featuring the world’s largest database of emerging market startups and connects local entrepreneurs to learning resources, mentors, investors, and partner programs. Visit https://vc4a.com/ for more information. VC4A.com - The platform for venture building. VC4A is the largest online community of entrepreneurs and investors … Type: Incubators & VCs Activities: agritech | 39 | 5 | 33 | 101 | |
Van Raam Let's all cycle! Van Raam is manufacturer and world market leader of unique special needs bicycles for people with disabilities. Van Raam produce bicycles for one or several persons, specializing in tricycles, wheelchair bicycles, tandems, side-by-side tandems, transport bikes, the scooter bike, walking aids and low step through bikes. With 180 employees and by continuously innovating, Van Raam has been making bicycles for over 100 years, with a focus on adapted bicycles for over 35 years. The Van Raam bicycles are for children or adults with a disability or for people who are looking for more stability and security when … Type: SMB Activities: manufacturing transporttech Technologies: Cybersecurity | 4 | 2 | 1 | 190 | |
Swedish Algae Factory Advanced Materials from Algae for Personal care, solar efficiency enhancement, lithium-ion battery anodes, cont. release We produce uniquely functional materials that are good for the planet. Our mission is to be the world-leading producer of advanced materials from algae and a driving force towards a circular and bio-based industry. We are the first company in the world to cultivate and sell diatom algae shells. We call the material Algica®. Algica® is a porous silica with unique light altering, absorptive and binding properties that are unmatched by synthetic materials. Algica® is today used as a top-performing and certified organic personal care … Type: Startup Activities: biotech cleantech deeptech energytech greentech manufacturing Technologies: Bio sourced materials New Materials Solar Technologies | 8 | 5 | 0 | 19 | |
Access to Energy Institute The Access to Energy Institute (A2EI) is the first non-profit & collaborative R&D platform in the solar offgrid industry The Access to Energy Institute (A2EI) is the first not-for-profit and collaborative research and development institute aiming to advance the solar revolution in emerging economies. We provide broad, reliable open-source data, as well as on-the-ground research and analysis of solar solutions. Additionally, we develop and procure solar system and appliance prototypes and initiate pilot projects – aiming to provide widely scalable sustainable energy research and solutions as a common good. Our focus is on productive use appliances for small businesses and … Type: NGO, Think-tanks, Ed, & Culture Activities: cleantech energytech greentech | 3 | 0 | 3 | 25 | |
Fargreen Going Far by Going Green Fargreen is a social enterprise working with a purpose of building prosperous and sustainable farming communities in rural Vietnam and around the world where no such environmental damaging practices like open burning of straw exist and no farmer left behind in poverty for choosing to stay with their land. Fargreen creates a network of Vietnamese farmers to produce high quality, environmentally friendly and socially responsible edible mushrooms for local and international markets. sustainable development, food and agriculture, climate change adaptation, and social enterprise Type: NGO, Think-tanks, Ed, & Culture Activities: cleantech greentech | 1 | 1 | 0 | 4 | |
Dutch Cell Dogs Samen op weg naar vrijheid! Gevangenen die moeilijk plaatsbare asielhonden trainen: dat is het concept waarmee Dutch Cell Dogs in 2009 begon. Mens en hond – beiden tegen hun wil opgesloten – en daardoor kwetsbare doelgroepen die hun weg naar de samenleving proberen te hervinden, wisten elkaar hier te helpen. Een gedetineerde traint een asielhond, maar in wezen traint hij zichzelf. Deelnemers resocialiseren hierdoor. Ze worden opener en krijgen zelfvertrouwen. De honden worden opgeleid tot sociale gezinshonden waarmee zij meer kans maken herplaatst te worden en een bijdrage wordt geleverd aan de veiligheid van hen in de maatschappij. Dutch Cell … Type: NGO, Think-tanks, Ed, & Culture Activities: pettech edtech | 3 | 0 | 3 | 14 | |
Capricorn Partners Investing where technology impacts most Capricorn Partners is an independent European manager of venture capital and equity funds, investing in innovative European companies with technology as a competitive advantage. The investment team of Capricorn is composed of experienced investment managers with deep technology expertise and a broad industrial experience. Capricorn Partners is managing the venture capital funds Capricorn Sustainable Chemistry Fund, Capricorn Digital Growth Fund, Capricorn ICT Arkiv, Capricorn Health‐tech Fund, Capricorn Cleantech Fund, Capricorn Fusion China Fund and Capricorn Industrial Biotech Fund. In addition, it is the management company of Quest for Growth, quoted on Euronext Brussels, and the … Type: Incubators & VCs | 18 | 6 | 14 | 41 | |
Vandebron [Automatic translation follows] Our mission: to 100% sustainable energy in the Netherlands as soon as possible Wouldn't it make sense if you could buy 100% green energy directly from a Dutch source of your choice? So that you know exactly where your energy comes from, and where your money goes. This is Vandebron; an online marketplace for sustainable energy, where we connect supply and demand directly, without the intervention of an old-fashioned energy company. In this way, a household saves an average of €124 per year and the farmer gets a fairer price for his energy. Type: Startup Activities: cleantech greentech Technologies: Decarbonization | 17 | 6 | 8 | 300 | |
Studio Roosegaarde Social design lab for Landscapes of the Future. Dreaming & doing in Rotterdam, NL. We are pioneers for the liveability of future landscapes. Clean air, clean water, clean energy, and now clean space are our new values. As social design lab, Dutch artist and innovator Daan Roosegaarde and his team of designers and engineers connect people and technology in artworks that improve daily life in urban environments and spark imagination. Internationally acclaimed works include WATERLICHT (a virtual flood showing the power of water), SMOG FREE PROJECT (the world's first largest outdoor air purifier which turns smog into jewellery), SMART HIGHWAY … Type: Startup Activities: cleantech greentech Technologies: Decarbonization | 14 | 7 | 3 | 10 | |
LeydenJar The future is full of energy LeydenJar Technologies develops a 100% Silicon anode that boosts the energy density of Li-ion batteries for application in consumer electronics, automotive and specialty applications. Lithium Ion Batteries, Nanotechnology, Silicon anodes, and PECVD Type: Startup Activities: nanotech deeptech Technologies: Batteries | 11 | 3 | 8 | 94 | |
Dopper We're on a mission to end packaged water by getting people to drink tap water. Dopper exists to solve something, not sell something. We exist to solve the problems caused by packaged water, and the pollution it creates in our world's waters. We are here to end packaged water. We do this by getting people to drink from the tap, stopping companies from selling single-use water bottles, and lobbying governments to ban them. Because in order to change everything, we need everyone. Our solutions range from reusable water bottles and accessible water taps to community actions and governmental lobbying. Raising … Type: Startup Activities: civictech Technologies: Decarbonization | 27 | 3 | 23 | 74 | |
Kromkommer Krom is het nieuwe recht. Kromkommer is a social enterprise that aims to contribute to the reduction of food waste. About 10% of vegetables is wasted simply because they don't look good enough or because there is too much of it. Our goal is to get these veggies back on our plates. We tell the story of this beloved produce with creative campaigns and our own line of wonky vegetable soups & wonky fruit and vegetable toys. For more information, please check www.kromkommer.com or visit our Facebook page at www.facebook.com/kromkommer and join our Krommunity on Twitter @krommunity | 2 | 1 | 1 | 3 | |
Seepje [Automatic translation follows] Seepje washes the future clean with natural detergent, dishwashing liquid and hand soap 🌱🧼 #washyourworldcleaner Seepje makes natural detergents and cleaning products. The ingredients are carefully selected based on their origin and the health of people and the environment. Seepje is good and good. It does what it's supposed to do and contributes to a better climate. Melvin and Jasper - both with a passion for washing - started Seepje with their student grant in 2013. Seepje now has more than 25 detergent and cleaning products that are for sale at more than 5800 stores in the … Type: Startup Activities: cleantech greentech Technologies: Bio sourced materials | 8 | 3 | 4 | 28 | |
True Price With all the stuff you buy you leave traces behind. Your morning coffee, daily T-shirt, or evening lipstick. Often, natural and social costs are involved. For example, social costs include extremely low wages or unsafe work environment for workers and examples of natural costs are air pollution or water waste. This damage has a price for people and nature, which isn't included in the prices you pay at the store. At True Price, we are working on our mission of making it possible for you to see and voluntarily pay the true price of your own products. True Price also … Type: Startup Activities: civictech cleantech greentech it services Technologies: Decarbonization | 7 | 1 | 4 | 17 | |
Metabolic Using systems thinking to tackle global sustainability challenges and accelerate the transition to a circular economy. Metabolic is a consulting and venture-building company that uses systems thinking to tackle major sustainability challenges. Our overarching mission is to transition the global economy to a fundamentally sustainable - and circular - state. Headquartered in Amsterdam, we have an international and interdisciplinary team. We provide strategies and tools, crunch data, create new technologies, build pilots and scale up innovations. We empower people through education and communication and our Foundation helps us reach underserved communities. Our approach develops in response to emerging challenges and … Type: Startup Activities: civictech cleantech greentech Technologies: Decarbonization Data Analytics | 19 | 6 | 15 | 149 | |
Peerby Peerby is het platform waar je je spullen kunt (uit)lenen en (ver)huren aan je buren Met Peerby kun je de dingen die je nodig hebt lenen en huren van mensen uit je buurt.Waarom veel geld uitgeven aan dingen die je maar af en toe nodig hebt? Peerby.com is 's werelds eerste peer-to-peer-deelplatform dat actief aanbod creëert door rond te vragen via Facebook, pushberichten en e-mail. // Peerby enables you to borrow and rent the things you need from people in your neighborhood. Why spend hundreds of dollars on things you only need once or once in a while? Imagine an … Type: Startup Activities: consumer services Technologies: SaaS | 15 | 7 | 1 | 8 | |
De Groene Afslag [Automatic translation follows] Circular hotspot in 't Gooi. Plant-based restaurant, creative meeting rooms, flexible workplaces and School for Change RESTING PLACE FOR THE WORLD OF TOMORROW De Groene Afslag is a multifunctional meeting place, where enthusiasm for a sustainable future is central. Everything we cook, build, rent and organize here is in the spirit of the green transition. We show that sustainability is easier than you think. And above all more fun. You just have to know it sometimes. See something creative that is so infectious that you also get a green mood. Discover something clever that inspires you to … Type: Startup Activities: cleantech greentech Technologies: Decarbonization | 3 | 0 | 2 | 27 | |
InspiraFarms Cooling Cold chain solutions & technology for perishables in agricultural supply chains InspiraFarms provides agribusinesses, exporters, 3PL and food distributors in Africa with cold chain solutions and finance for cooling and handling their fresh produce, significantly cutting energy costs, reducing food losses and ready to meet the major international food safety certifications, and allowing real time remote performance monitoring. Engineering, construction and servicing of modular and high-efficiency dry steel infrastructures, high-efficiency industrial refrigeration machinery and equipment integrated through an IoT platform. agribusiness, food processing, post-harvest handling, technology, asset finance, and food losses Type: Startup Activities: agritech industry 4.0 Technologies: IoT | 7 | 2 | 2 | 22 | |
SteamaCo Advanced IoT technology for energy utilities in emerging markets SteamaCo offers an advanced IoT smart metering platform that’s revolutionising the energy industry in Southeast Asia and Sub-Saharan Africa. In the distribution grid sector, we help utilities detect theft, resolve it fast and meet regulatory losses targets. In the off-grid sector, our smart meters and remote online management help utilities deliver clean, reliable and low-cost energy. And for all utilities, we help you cut operational costs and boost revenue. Proudly co-creating with pioneers of industry to make positive changes to the world, SteamaCo is bringing better energy management to ever more … Type: Startup Activities: smart city industry 4.0 Technologies: Sensors IoT SaaS | 6 | 3 | 1 | 26 | |
SELCO Foundation Bringing impact through sustainable energy innovations and enterprises Sustainable energy practitioners have long noticed energy access affects rural and urban populations’ livelihood, generation capacity, education attendance, health outcomes and overall quality of life. In response, SELCO India (for profit, social enterprise) created SELCO Foundation on 5th October, 2010 as a public charitable trust, with the mission to: 1. Systematically identify diverse needs of underserved communities, understand and define the role of sustainability and energy in these communities. 2. Create and support innovative and sustainable solutions that positively impact well-being, education and livelihoods and work towards the alleviation of poverty. 3. … Type: NGO, Think-tanks, Ed, & Culture Startup Activities: cleantech agritech edtech greentech Technologies: Solar Technologies | 6 | 1 | 4 | 273 | |
Power for All #endenergypovertyfaster Power for All is a global campaign to accelerate the deployment of distributed/decentralized renewable energy as the best solution to universal energy access. The campaign aims to transform the ''business as usual' timeline to achieve universal energy access by 2025, at a fraction of currently planned costs and in half the time. Our partners include companies, NGOs and foundations.. Energy Access, Renewable Energy, Innovation, Off Grid, Campaigning, SDG7, Distributed Energy, Decentralized Energy, Africa, and India Type: NGO, Think-tanks, Ed, & Culture Activities: cleantech energytech greentech | 20 | 4 | 9 | 76 | |
MVO Nederland [Automatic translation follows] Infinitely enterprising. MVO Nederland is steering the transition to a sustainable economy with the largest entrepreneurial movement in Europe. This transition requires a change in the current system. The business community is uniquely able to respond quickly and effectively to changing circumstances. And so we believe that together with them we can achieve the fastest and best results. MVO Nederland wants at least twenty percent of the Dutch economy to be converted into a sustainable economy by 2025, which is based on more than just financial values and operates within the boundaries of nature and society. Large … Type: Media | 40 | 8 | 29 | 94 | |
PyroCCS - Biochar CDR Solutions Low-Cost Biochar Technology & dMRV for countries in the Global South. High-Integrity LCA-based Biochar Carbon Credits. PyroCCS is a a project developer and a solution provider for Biochar Carbon Removal projects in the Global South. We are utilizing waste biomass (such as encroaching bushes, forest waste, wood cuttings, bamboo, sugarcane bagasse, rice straw, nut shells, and much more) that would otherwise be burnt or rotting and would emit harmful greenhouse gases such as methane. In a process called pyrolysis we are turning the biomass into a stable form of carbon called Biochar. This Biochar is sequestered in agricultural soil, reviving … Type: Startup Activities: cleantech greentech Technologies: Decarbonization | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 | |
Mama Cash Mama Cash supports visionary women, girls, trans & intersex people who are fighting for their rights around the world. Founded in Amsterdam in 1983, Mama Cash is the oldest international women’s fund and one of just a few funds dedicated exclusively to advancing women’s, girls’ and trans and intersex people’s human rights globally. We give grants to over 130 forward-thinking initiatives led by women, girls and trans people around the world annually, supporting them not only financially, but also by sharing knowledge and networking opportunities. Mama Cash supports the development of regional women’s funds around the world. We also encourage … Type: NGO, Think-tanks, Ed, & Culture Activities: edtech | 5 | 0 | 0 | 135 | |
Makerversity Co-making. Co-working & making workshops for startup maker businesses. Makerversity builds and supports communities of the most exciting maker businesses. Our mission is to support and grow a diverse selection of the most exciting maker start-ups. From designers to hackers, engineers to wearable technologists, makers to inventors, we provide space, people and support to develop your creative practice. Located in central London and Amsterdam. International Coworking Community, Provide fabrication and prototyping facilties, Inspiring the next generation, Provide permanent workspace, event and studio spaces, Bring making back to the city, and Provide business support, events and cultural programs | 8 | 2 | 1 | 18 | |
Fish Tales Happy Fishermen, Healthy Oceans. Enjoy! Delicious fish products from world's most beautiful fisheries | Great tips for cooking fish and recipes | We love fish, care about the ocean, inspire you. sustainability, seafood, fun, tuna, and fish | 3 | 0 | 3 | 50 | |
The ENERGY ACTION Project Reporting that seeks to empower. The Energy Action Project (EnAct) is a multimedia project dedicated to raising awareness of the reality that almost half of the world's population currently lives in a state of 'energy poverty'. Where access to modern energy is lacking or limited, people are unable to sustain basic well-being or to fully participate in social and economic development. ~2.7 billion people have no access to modern energy (Africa and Asia) ~600 million are constrained by unreliable supply (emerging economies) ~100 million cannot afford today’s energy prices (Europe and North America) Combining web documentaries, interactive content and expert … Type: NGO, Think-tanks, Ed, & Culture Activities: cleantech energytech greentech | 2 | 0 | 2 | 3 | |
GambleAware GambleAware commissions national prevention and treatment services to keep people safe from gambling harms in GB GambleAware is an independent, grant-making charity commissioning prevention and treatment services across England, Scotland and Wales to keep people safe from gambling harms. Guided by a public health model, we commission integrated prevention services on a national scale and in partnership with expert organisations and agencies, including the NHS, across three areas of activity: • Commissioning the National Gambling Treatment Service • Public health campaigns including Bet Regret as well as providing practical support to local services • Commissioning research & evaluation to improve … Type: NGO, Think-tanks, Ed, & Culture Activities: healthtech | 15 | 4 | 4 | 75 | |
Enviu We build world changing companies. Hi! We are Enviu. When we founded Enviu in 2004, our belief was the same as it is today: An inclusive economy that serves people and planet. An economy enriching the lives of all people, providing access to basic needs. An economy sustainably utilizing the valuable and limited resources our planet endows. To instigate this economy we build ventures that address social and environmental issues, and drive market development. With high impact in the domains of financial inclusion, circular economy, and food security. Entrepreneurial, innovative, sustainability, creativity, sharing knowledge and expertise, young people, network, crowdfunding, … Tags: H2020 Type: NGO, Think-tanks, Ed, & Culture Activities: civictech cleantech greentech | 11 | 2 | 10 | 69 | |
Bboxx A data-driven super platform, transforming lives & unlocking potential by connecting consumers to innovative products Bboxx is a data-driven super platform, transforming lives and unlocking potential by connecting consumers and deploying innovative products across Africa. Bboxx is championing the economic empowerment of Africa, accelerating the transition to the digital economy and creating new markets. We have built Bboxx Pulse®, a fully integrated operating system, and combined it with an extensive on-the-ground network to connect customers with clean energy, clean cooking, smartphones, e-mobility and selected financial products – many for the first time. We are connecting both underserved rural communities and … Type: Startup Activities: cleantech energytech greentech Technologies: Solar Technologies | 19 | 5 | 13 | 1,139 | |
DSM DSM, since May 9 2023 part of dsm-firmenich, is a global, purpose-led leader in health and nutrition, applying bioscience to improve the health of people, animals, and the planet. DSM’s purpose is to create brighter lives for all which we achieve through developing products and solutions that address some of the world’s biggest challenges while simultaneously creating economic, environmental and societal value. From our master perfumers and flavorists to our expert nutritionists and scientists, our trailblazing teams work closely with customers, supporting their ambitions with 150+ years of R&D expertise. With a passionate and talented team of close to 30,000 … Type: Media | 108 | 24 | 54 | 1,166 | |
De Balie De Balie produceert programma’s over kunst, cultuur en politiek. De Balie is a political, cultural, theatre- and debate centre with a grand café-restaurant situated at the heart of Amsterdam at the Leidseplein. According to The Economist: "De Balie, a cosily chic cultural venue on Amsterdam’s Leidseplein, is the epicentre of Dutch liberal intellectual life." De Balie specialises in a number of territories: art, society, politics, media and cinema, and regularly organises thought-provoking programs. These programs consistently bear the mark of a sharp and deeply analytical character; De Balie leaves no questions of social relevance unasked. Through talkshows, lively discussions, elaborate … Type: Media | 9 | 1 | 6 | 90 | |
Cordaid Op de wereld om elkaar te helpen Cordaid is an internationally operating value-based emergency relief and development organisation, working in and on fragility. We stand with those who are hit hardest by poverty and conflict. We support them in their struggle to move beyond survival and to fully participate in equitable and resilient societies. development cooperation, project administration, poverty alleviation, and small scale entrepreneurship Type: NGO, Think-tanks, Ed, & Culture Activities: it services | 5 | 0 | 1 | 1,083 | |
Amsterdam Economic Board The network of organisations working on innovation for the Metropolis of Tomorrow We work together with companies, academia, government and social organisations on the smart, green and healthy Metropolis of Tomorrow. Type: NGO, Think-tanks, Ed, & Culture Activities: transporttech | 26 | 6 | 14 | 51 | |
Albert Heijn [Automatic translation follows] That's the great thing about Albert Heijn. At Albert Heijn, we believe that food and drink play an essential role in the major challenges in society. It makes an important contribution to a healthy lifestyle, it connects people and contributes to a better climate and thus a sustainable society. Our mission is therefore: 'Making better food accessible together. For everyone.' Every day is full of choices and with all the possibilities of today, choosing is not always easy. Albert Heijn also understands that better food is different for everyone, but ultimately we all want the same thing: … Type: Large company Activities: foodtech | 32 | 13 | 6 | 24,947 | |
Starters.eco [Automatic translation follows] The ecosystem for impact makers. Change starts here. At Starters, we are the starting point for the leaders of tomorrow. Whether it is a career change, scaling up your social enterprise or addressing an urgent problem; change requires a new kind of leadership. Leadership that our world needs - especially now. From tools and inspiration to training and programs. Together we work on the world of tomorrow and Starters is the place where impact becomes tangible. Discover our offer for young people, for professionals and our (local) networks via our website: https://starters.eco. social entrepreneurship, training, bottom-up, urban … Type: NGO, Think-tanks, Ed, & Culture Activities: civictech edtech | 4 | 0 | 5 | 39 | |
Brouwerij de Prael Brouwerij de Prael is a food & beverages company based out of Oudezijds Voorburgwal 28, AMSTERDAM, Netherlands. | 2 | 1 | 0 | 30 | |
studio JUX Closed permanently. Continue our mission via studiojux.org. Closed permanently. Thanks for supporting us throughout the years! Still want to make an impact? Continue to support the Nepali factory via studiojux.org. Type: SMB Activities: fashtech Technologies: Decarbonization | 3 | 1 | 0 | 4 | |
The EnAccess Foundation Open Source in Energy Access EnAccess supports the development and maintenance of Open Source products for the Energy Access sector in different ways, all depending on the scope of the idea. We can fund project costs directly in certain cases, for example, projects that are ready to be built and prototyped in a real environment. If you are seeking funding for an Open Source project that can benefit the Energy Access sector, you can submit a letter of interest via our website. We offer technical assistance for Open Source Software, Hardware, and other sorts of toolkits that can be used … Type: NGO, Think-tanks, Ed, & Culture Activities: cleantech energytech greentech | 4 | 0 | 3 | 8 | |
Seedstars Impacting people's lives in emerging & frontier markets through technology and entrepreneurship. Seedstars is a global organisation with a mission to impact people's lives in emerging & frontier markets through technology and entrepreneurship. If you are interested in joining an exciting mission and work in a flexible environment where you are supported to do your best, then check out our careers page: seedstars.com/careers/ Startup, Technology, Entrepreneur, Emerging Market, innovation, Social impact, Africa, Asia, Latin America, CEE, MENA, Social Innovation, Venture Capital, and Investment Type: Incubators & VCs Startup Activities: civictech entrepreneurship | 45 | 21 | 21 | 254 | |
Opes-Lcef Providing capital where it is most needed, least available, and has the most potential to effect change. Opes-Lcef provides patient capital to early-stage companies whose products and services improve the lives of low-income people and create positive social and environmental impact. We were one of the first Italian vehicles to support social enterprises in the developing and emerging economies, and recently in Italy. We also support our companies with mentorship, strategic guidance, governance, temporary management, and search for additional capital needed to scale into long-term solutions. We support the social impact ecosystem by organizing training initiatives, “boot-camps”, for social entrepreneurs, … Type: Incubators & VCs | 4 | 1 | 2 | 6 | |
Intellecap Advisory Services Private Limited Intellecap Advisory Services Private Limited is an investment banking company based out of ROAD NO 12 BANJARA HILLS, HYDERABAD, Andhra Pradesh, India. Type: Incubators & VCs | 17 | 2 | 15 | 13 | |
HomeBiogas Making Waste Matter We believe that every element in life serves a purpose. Where people see waste, we see a resource. Every item can be reused, repurposed, and reinserted into the value chain to produce something meaningful. It is with this mindset that we aspire to transform the world of waste with sustainable solutions that meets every lifestyle. Our products are built upon a deep understanding of nature and the circular economy. In harmony with the natural processes of the earth, we use smart technology to strengthen the chemical process of anaerobic digestion and turn natural and organic waste into … Type: Startup Activities: cleantech energytech greentech Technologies: Decarbonization | 7 | 4 | 3 | 82 | |
Social Enterprise NL [Automatic translation follows] Driving force behind the growing movement of social entrepreneurs. Social Enterprise NL is the driving force behind the growing movement of social entrepreneurs who work on the economy in which profit is created for everyone. Social Enterprises are companies with a primarily social goal, an innovative scalable approach and a sustainable revenue model. Social entrepreneurs are pioneers in creating a healthy economy in which social and economic values go hand in hand. Want to know more? Visit www.social-enterprise.nl Social Enterprise, social entrepreneurship, impact, accelerators, growth program, Lobby, support, Support, workshops, social enterprises, Buy Social, Procurement, and Social … Type: NGO, Think-tanks, Ed, & Culture Activities: civictech | 21 | 10 | 12 | 22 | |
MYCOTEX by NEFFA MYCOTEX® by NEFFA is the first next-gen biomaterial suitable for the NEFFA | New Fashion Factory. Multi-award winning MYCOTEX by NEFFA is the first next-gen biomaterial suitable for the NEFFA | New Fashion Factory, the ground breaking automated manufacturing method allowing for custom products made from biomaterials. Biomass is robotically applied around affordable, configurable and recyclable 3D moulds. This innovative supply chain is giving brands unlimited design freedom, is circular and based on automation. This patented process gives customers (B2B) unprecedented design freedom to create silhouettes and textures that were never possible with traditional manufacturing processes. It is circular and … Type: SMB Activities: fashtech Technologies: 3D Printing Bio sourced materials | 7 | 3 | 1 | 7 | |
Land van Ons [Automatic translation follows] A citizens' initiative: buying agricultural land together to restore our biodiversity. You can participate for just €30 per year. Land van Ons is a cooperative of and for all citizens of the Netherlands. The cooperative has 2 objectives: The first is to realize a new ecological main structure in the Netherlands for our agricultural land. A network of 300,000 hectares of agricultural land, which is exploited sustainably and will therefore once again become an important area in the Netherlands for our biodiversity. This concerns 15% of the current agricultural area in the Netherlands. The second objective is … Type: NGO, Think-tanks, Ed, & Culture Activities: greentech cleantech | 1 | 1 | 0 | 80 | |
Aqua-Spark The world's largest investment fund dedicated to sustainable aquaculture. Aqua-Spark is the world’s largest investment fund dedicated to sustainable aquaculture. Through our investments across the global aquaculture value chain, we enable the innovative and sustainable farming of aquatic organisms such as fish, crustaceans, molluscs, and algae (including seaweed) in ponds, lakes, rivers, the ocean, and in land-based tanks. Aqua-Spark is building a portfolio of 50-60 mature companies that work synergistically to transform the aquaculture industry into one that is healthy, sustainable and affordable, while simultaneously providing competitive returns to our global community of 350+ investors. Investments in Sustainable Aquaculture, Sustainability, … Type: Incubators & VCs | 7 | 1 | 3 | 36 | |
Open Capital Advancing African economies and building future generations of business leaders. Open Capital is a management consulting and financial advisory firm that drives growth, enables investment, and builds markets across Africa. We help businesses, investors, development partners, and the public sector identify opportunities and deliver unique, impactful solutions. Our mission is to advance African economies and build future generations of business leaders. Since 2010, we have completed 1600+ engagements across 30+ countries in Sub-Saharan Africa and raised USD 1.5 billion for our clients. Our locally based team of over 170 full-time staff brings experience from the world’s top consultancies, private equity … Type: Incubators & VCs | 9 | 1 | 7 | 181 | |
SELCO India Delivering Last Mile Sustainable Energy Solutions that Improve Quality of Life of the Poor. Established in 1995, SELCO was co-founded by Dr Harish Hande. SELCO is a social enterprise working primarily in the area of decentralised renewable energy solutions in the rural geographies of India. SELCO views energy access as an underlying precondition to catalyse progress related to healthcare, quality education, sustainable livelihoods, financial inclusion and holistic development of underserved communities. The success of any development project largely depends on the ecosystem and strategic partnerships built during execution. SELCO has always believed that CSR funds should be used to foster … Type: SMB Activities: cleantech energytech greentech Technologies: Decarbonization Solar Technologies | 8 | 2 | 2 | 143 | |
Investing in Regenerative Agriculture and Food How can we put our money to work in regenerative agriculture and food? #RenegAg #Investing #soil #landscape How can we put our money to work in regenerative agriculture? #RenegAg #Investing #soil #landscape Type: Media | 14 | 0 | 11 | 3 | |
Cotierra Making Latin American smallholder farmers our climate heroes! Cotierra (previously Terra Preta) removes carbon and improves farmers margins by enabling decentralized biochar production in the Global South at scale. We provide net-zero committed companies with credible climate action in the form of transparent and permanent carbon removal credits with social and environmental co-benefits for rural communities in the Global South. We partner with coffee/cacao traders and cooperatives to improve the margins of their farmers through reduced fertilizer usage and increased crop yield while lowering the footprint of the produced cacao/coffee. We do this by enabling the decentralized production of biochar, … Type: Startup Activities: healthtech Technologies: SaaS | 1 | 0 | 1 | 12 | |
Impact Amplifier Investing into and accelerating social enterprises in Africa Our mission is to address Africa’s socio-economic and environmental challenges, innovative entrepreneurs and business models must emerge. Impact Amplifier drives this vision by: assisting impact investors to source and invest into compelling opportunities; providing investment readiness and advisory services to businesses, which combine financial success with positive social and environmental change; and delivering supplier development and sustainability advisory services to corporations and public institutions. Services include: PORTFOLIO BUILDING FOR IMPACT INVESTORS Our core services are designed to assist impact investors build quality business portfolios, which can thrive commercially whilst making a meaningful … Type: Incubators & VCs | 6 | 1 | 3 | 16 | |
The Indigo Trust Flexible grant-making, commissioning research and building partnerships to address systemic injustices. The Indigo Trust supports early stage organisations through flexible grant-making, commissioning research and building partnerships, to address systemic injustices. Our focus areas are Access to Justice, Racial Justice, Prevention of Child Sexual Abuse, Visual Impairment and Better Grant-making. Submission of proposals is currently by invitation only. We are committed to transparency and accountability and publish information on our grants in our annual reports and to 360Giving. The Indigo Trust is a UK-based grant making foundation that is part of The Sainsbury Family Charitable Trusts (SFCT). SFCT is the operating … Type: NGO, Think-tanks, Ed, & Culture Activities: legaltech | 9 | 0 | 7 | 3 | |
iSpace Foundation Meet | Create | Network iSpace creates startup communities to help spur entrepreneurs to build new businesses and provide them with educational resources, working space and access to community of like - minded entrepreneurs. Coworking, Training Center, Events, Social Impact Project, Community, Podcast, Photography, and Videography Type: NGO, Think-tanks, Ed, & Culture Activities: proptech | 21 | 1 | 16 | 28 | |
Pioneers Post The Social Enterprise Magazine Pioneers Post is the social enterprise magazine, delivering the news and setting the agenda for the new wave of social entrepreneurs, responsible business leaders and impact investors across the globe. We provide the news, knowledge and insight to help you do good business, better – and we are committed to using storytelling to create positive social impact. We publish online content, from written features, videos and podcasts, to a weekly newsletter with a round-up of the most important updates in the impact economy. Pioneers Post is itself a social enterprise with a legal structure that safeguard … Type: Media | 45 | 18 | 35 | 11 | |
KOMPAS VC Early-stage VC reducing emissions, increasing productivity, and business resilience in built environment & manufacturing KOMPAS VC is a specialist early-stage venture capital firm with offices in Amsterdam, Berlin, Copenhagen, and Tel Aviv. We back innovative and scalable technology solutions that reduce emissions, increase productivity, and strengthen business resilience in the built environment an the manufacturing industry. Fund I (€135m) targets late Seed and Series A hardware and technology companies in Europe, Israel and the US. We solve key innovation challenges by partnering closely with industry leaders to identify, validate and scale cutting-edge technology solutions. For more information, please visit www.kompas.vc … Type: Incubators & VCs | 50 | 8 | 43 | 14 | |
The Guardian Independent journalists since 1821. Follow us here for news you can trust Guardian News & Media (GNM) publishes theguardian.com, one of the world’s leading English-language newspaper websites. It also has a presence in the US and Australia as Guardian US and Guardian Australia. Traffic from outside of the UK now represents around two-thirds of the Guardian’s total digital audience. In the UK, GNM publishes the Guardian newspaper six days a week, first published in 1821, and the world’s oldest Sunday newspaper, The Observer. The Guardian is renowned for its agenda-setting journalism including, most recently the Cambridge Analytica, Paradise and Panama … Type: Media | 223 | 134 | 71 | 139 | |
Impact Hub Kigali We empower entrepreneurs and innovators to create social impact! We are passionate about bringing people together to solve their social challenges together. Since 2015, we bring together a community of impact-driven members, host a creative space, and run programs to support innovators and entrepreneurs. Innovation, Entrepreneurship, Coworking space, Design Thinking, Startups, Community building, Event design/facilitation, and Program design Type: NGO, Think-tanks, Ed, & Culture Activities: entrepreneurship | 13 | 2 | 9 | 18 | |
Circle Economy Making the future circular We are a global impact organisation with an international team of passionate experts based in Amsterdam. We empower industries, cities and nations with practical and scalable solutions to put the circular economy into action. Our vision is an economic system that ensures the planet and all people can thrive. Our goal is to double global circularity by 2032. circular economy, industrial ecology, business models, innovation, climate change, sustainability, research, knowledge, design thinking, sharing economy, blue economy, and consulting Type: NGO, Think-tanks, Ed, & Culture Activities: civictech cleantech greentech | 35 | 10 | 20 | 96 | |
Cradle to Cradle Products Innovation Institute Cradle to Cradle Certified® is the global standard for products that are safe, circular and responsibly made. The Cradle to Cradle Products Innovation Institute is dedicated to powering the circular economy through products that have a positive impact on people and planet. Through the Cradle to Cradle Certified® Products Program, the Institute sets the global standard for products that are safe, circular and responsibly made. Cradle to Cradle Certified is used by future-focused designers, brands, retailers and manufacturers across the value chain to innovate and optimise materials and products according to the world’s most advanced science-based measures for material health, … Type: NGO, Think-tanks, Ed, & Culture Activities: fashtech cleantech civictech constructiontech greentech | 18 | 1 | 15 | 44 | |
Smarthealth [Automatic translation follows] Your knowledge platform about the world of healthcare innovations and smart solutions to improve your health. Hello. We are SmartHealth. Your online guide in the world of healthcare innovations and smart health solutions. With more than 8 years of expertise, we are the leading digital health platform in the Netherlands. For everyone who wants to follow the latest developments - from consumers, suppliers, healthcare professionals or policy makers. We keep you informed of the latest trends and developments.💡🏥 #SmartHealth #Healthcareinnovations #Health Health and News Type: Media | 11 | 1 | 10 | 14 | |
GOGLA GOGLA: the voice of the off-grid solar energy industry. GOGLA is the global association for the off-grid solar energy industry. Established in 2012, GOGLA now represents over 200 members as a neutral, independent, not-for-profit industry association. Its mission is to help its members build sustainable markets, delivering quality, affordable products and services to as many households, businesses and communities as possible across the developing world. The products and solutions that GOGLA members sell transform lives. They improve health and education, create jobs and income opportunities and help consumers save money. To find out more, go to www.gogla.org. Off-Grid Solar, Renewable … Type: NGO, Think-tanks, Ed, & Culture Activities: cleantech energytech greentech Technologies: Solar Technologies | 16 | 6 | 10 | 65 | |
Smart Power India Established in 2015 by The Rockefeller Foundation, Smart Power India (SPI) is the key agency implementing the Smart Power Initiative in India. SPI extends power to those without sufficient energy access, with the goal of ending energy poverty and transforming the livelihoods of the underserved. SPI accomplishes its goals through impact-driven rural electrification coupled with capacity-building programs. SPI’s vision is to spur economic development in villages through access to reliable electricity. Through decentralized renewable energy(DRE) mini-grids, Smart Power India has provided electricity to 473 villages in India across the states of U.P. Bihar and Jharkhand, impacting over 3,51,652 people and … Type: NGO, Think-tanks, Ed, & Culture Activities: cleantech energytech greentech | 12 | 0 | 11 | 30 | |
MKB-Nederland [Automatic translation follows] MKB-Nederland is committed to a promising business climate in the Netherlands. We are the voice of over 170,000 members. Koninklijke Vereniging MKB-Nederland... •for a promising business climate! •the largest business organisation in the Netherlands •represents 120 trade organisations, 250 local business associations and a large number of directly affiliated entrepreneurs. Together good for over 150,000 companies. •has existed since 1995, but its first predecessor dates back to 1902 •active at European and national level, in cities and regions •is made up of the clusters: business services, retail, care and public services, industry & construction and leisure & … Type: SMB Activities: fintech Technologies: Decarbonization | 20 | 7 | 10 | 156 | |
Westergas Westergas is een écht Amsterdams levendig Cultuurdorp, waar historische waarden en vernieuwende ideeën samenkomen. Westergas Culture Park is an adventurous spot close to the heart of Amsterdam. A spacious urban park with renovated industrial buildings. Westergas provides space, new energy and inspiration to creative entrepreneurs and temporary tenants. Industrieel, Evenementen locatie, Marketing & Sales, Digitale infrastructuur, Historische fabriekslocatie, Grote evenementen, Duurzaam, Creatief, and Amsterdam | 3 | 2 | 1 | 30 | |
Van Gogh Museum Discover the fascinating life and colourful art of Vincent van Gogh at the Van Gogh Museum, Amsterdam. The Van Gogh Museum in Amsterdam houses the world's largest collection of works by Vincent van Gogh (1853-1890), featuring masterpieces such as Sunflowers, Almond Blossom, Wheatfield with Crows, and The Bedroom. Furthermore, the museum collection of works by Van Gogh’s contemporaries features countless significant pieces by artists including Paul Gauguin, Camille Pissarro and Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec, and an extensive print collection. Vincent van Gogh, 19th century art, exhibitions, research, paintings, drawings, art, art history, kunst, tentoonstellingen, onderzoek, schilderijen, 19de-eeuwse kunst, kunstgeschiedenis, Kunsteducatie, Cultuureducatie, … Type: NGO, Think-tanks, Ed, & Culture Activities: entertainment | 15 | 7 | 4 | 505 | |
FMO - Dutch entrepreneurial development bank FMO has 50+ years of expertise in sustainable private sector investments in developing countries and emerging economies. FMO is the Dutch entrepreneurial development bank. As a leading impact investor, our mission is to create a more sustainable future through private sector investments in over 80 developing countries and emerging economies across the globe. Not only do we create and support jobs by investing in ambitious projects and entrepreneurs, we also focus on generating income and long-term business growth with the aim of making the world a better place than it was when we first started. By taking on investments that … Type: Incubators & VCs Activities: fintech cleantech agritech greentech | 41 | 6 | 14 | 1,032 | |
Villgro Our mission is to make innovative, impactful businesses succeed Villgro is India's foremost and one of the world's largest social enterprise incubators. Established in 2001, Villgro’s mission is to make innovative, impactful businesses succeed in Health, Agribusiness, and Climate Action. Since 2001, Villgro has supported 340 social enterprises that have raised over INR 4.28 billion in investments, created 5646 jobs and impacted over 20.8 million lives. Villgro was awarded the Top Incubator Award by the Department of Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (GoI) in 2020 and the DivHERsity awards in 2022. Type: SMB Activities: civictech Technologies: Decarbonization | 19 | 2 | 9 | 86 | |
Bezos Earth Fund A $10 billion commitment from Jeff Bezos to fight climate change and protect nature in this decisive decade. The Bezos Earth Fund is Jeff Bezos's $10 billion commitment to fund scientists, activists, NGOs, and other actors that will drive climate and nature solutions. By allocating funds creatively, wisely, and boldly, the Bezos Earth Fund has the potential for transformative influence in this decisive decade. Funds will be fully allocated by 2030—the date by which the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals must be achieved. Type: NGO, Think-tanks, Ed, & Culture Activities: cleantech greentech | 11 | 2 | 2 | 94 | |
New Energy Nexus The world's leading ecosystem of funds and accelerators supporting diverse clean energy entrepreneurs. New Energy Nexus (NEX) is the world's leading ecosystem of funds and accelerators supporting diverse clean energy entrepreneurs to thrive, from emerging tech through to clean energy distribution and adoption. New Energy Nexus builds ecosystems and runs programs that are locally tailored to support the specific needs of entrepreneurs in that region: providing accelerator services, capital, mentoring, skills, and networks to help clean energy entrepreneurs thrive. We know that getting the right resources to entrepreneurs at the right time will unlock the clean energy solutions the world … Type: NGO, Think-tanks, Ed, & Culture Activities: cleantech energytech greentech | 56 | 14 | 48 | 1 | |
FUNDES [Automatic translation follows] 🌱 Since 1984 in Latin America, we have generated impact and sustainable and inclusive businesses through MSMEs. We are a pioneering organization with 40 years of experience and presence in +20 countries in Latin America. We continuously generate alliances with corporations, foundations, international organizations and government institutions that share this vision of generating impact and sustainable and inclusive businesses in communities, value chains or sectors of interest made up of MSMEs. We know where they are and what interests them, this allows us to translate research and strategy into practical results: > Research: We generate specific research … Type: NGO, Think-tanks, Ed, & Culture Activities: consulting | 7 | 4 | 5 | 408 | |
Bamboo Capital Partners Bamboo is an impact investing platform which provides innovative financing solutions to catalyse lasting impact. Bamboo Capital Partners (“Bamboo”) is an impact investing platform which provides innovative financing solutions to catalyse lasting impact. Bamboo bridges the gap between seed and growth-stage funding through a full suite of finance options – from debt to equity – which it activates unilaterally or through strategic partnerships. Founded in 2007, Bamboo aims to generate lasting impact and improve the lives of the world’s most marginalised communities while delivering strong financial returns. Since 2007, Bamboo has raised over $400m for developing countries, positively impacting over … Type: Incubators & VCs | 17 | 6 | 10 | 51 | |
De Ceuvel De Ceuvel is an award-winning, sustainable planned workplace for creative and social enterprises on a former shipyard adjacent to the Johan van Hasselt kanaal off the river IJ in Amsterdam North. In 2012, the land was secured for a 10-year lease from the Municipality of Amsterdam after a group of architects won a tender to turn the site into a regenerative urban oasis. The former industrial plot is a thriving community of entrepreneurs and artists, where all involved have lent a hand to build Amsterdam’s first circular office park. The plot hosts creative workspaces, a podium, a sustainable café, meeting … Type: NGO, Think-tanks, Ed, & Culture Activities: cleantech greentech | 6 | 2 | 0 | 11 | |
Triodos Bank Your money has the power to change the world. Triodos Bank is a leading expert in sustainable banking. Our mission is to make money work for positive change. We are more than a bank. We are a community. Get to know us and join the movement for change. We finance companies, institutions and projects that add cultural value and benefit people and the environment, with the support of depositors and investors who want to encourage corporate social responsibility and a sustainable society. Our mission is * To help create a society that promotes people’s quality of life and that has … Tags: H2020 Type: NGO, Think-tanks, Ed, & Culture Activities: cleantech fintech | 71 | 24 | 22 | 1,630 | |
SEWF - Social Enterprise World Forum C.I.C. Social Enterprise World Forum exists to grow the international social enterprise movement Founded in 2008 in Scotland, SEWF is at the forefront of a global movement to transform business and co-create a new economy that enables all people to thrive within the means of our living planet. We champion, connect and support social enterprises through locally-led initiatives that follow a partnership approach. This means our activities are always grounded in local knowledge and experience. The SEWF community takes a network of networks approach to bring together enterprises that put purpose first and use self-sustaining revenue models to unlock social and … Type: NGO, Think-tanks, Ed, & Culture Activities: civictech | 22 | 7 | 18 | 25 | |
Quadia Solutions for a Regenerative Economy, Impact with us: quadia.ch Founded in 2010, Quadia specializes in direct impact investments, though equity, debt and funds. In line with its mission «we finance the solutions for a regenerative economy», Quadia targets companies which have positioned their strategic development on products and service that contribute to a regenerative economy. These transformative companies operate in the areas of clean energy, sustainable food and circular products & materials. Since its creation, Quadia has financed over 40 companies, projects and investment funds for the equivalent of EUR 200 million. Quadia is based in Geneva, Switzerland. Impact Investing Type: Incubators & VCs | 28 | 3 | 23 | 12 | |
Arcadis Arcadis is the world’s leading company delivering sustainable design, engineering, digital and consultancy solutions for natural and built assets. We are more than 36,000 architects, data analysts, designers, engineers, project planners, water management and sustainability experts, all driven by our passion for improving quality of life. We exist to find solutions to today’s most pressing challenges, from the impact of climate change to increasing urbanization and digital transformation – all with the goal of improving quality of life for people around the world. You can see this in the work we do for our clients, the opportunities we create for … Type: Large company | 102 | 19 | 50 | 36,288 | |
Pollinate Group Empowering Lives, Sustainably We empower women as leaders of change to distribute products that improve health, save time and save money for the world's most neglected communities. Our team identifies, trains and empowers women entrepreneurs in urban and rural communities of India and Nepal to serve their peers who live on less than US$1.90 a day. Women Entrepreneurs/Suryamukhi earn respect and meaningful income and act as role models who raise awareness about better alternatives. By bringing international students and professionals together with local representatives, Pollinate Group inspires the next generation of leaders in social enterprise. Women Empowerment, Clean Energy, Social … Type: NGO, Think-tanks, Ed, & Culture Activities: civictech | 2 | 0 | 1 | 65 | |
New Business Radio [Automatic translation follows] 24/7 great music and programs about special entrepreneurship. Enterprising people and inspiring conversations. New Business Radio is the business radio station of the Netherlands! We bring great music for work 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, non-stop and report on special entrepreneurship. Enterprising people, inspiring conversations, innovations and sustainability. From hip start-ups to rock-solid multinationals. Everyone joins in on New Business Radio! Radio, Media, Entrepreneurship, Sustainability, Innovations, Managers, Entrepreneurs, Professionals, and Podcast Type: Media | 42 | 5 | 40 | 7 | |
The Case Foundation We invest in people and ideas that change the world. Take risks. Be bold. Fail forward. Be Fearless. Established by digital pioneers Jean and Steve Case, the Case Foundation invests in people and ideas that can change the world. For nearly two decades, we have focused on creating programs and investing in people and organizations that harness the best impulses of entrepreneurship, innovation, technology and collaboration to address urgent social challenges. We strive to Be Fearless in our approach to social change. We don’t limit ourselves to any one sector or issue, rather we partner across industries and search across … Type: NGO, Think-tanks, Ed, & Culture Activities: civictech fintech | 34 | 2 | 25 | 24 | |
Trust, Accountability and Inclusion Collaborative TAI is a donor collaborative working toward a world where citizens are informed and empowered. Transparency and Accountability Initiative https://linktr.ee/thetainitiative is a global donor collaborative working toward a world where citizens are informed and empowered; governments are open and responsive; and collective action advances the public good. Among the leading funders of transparency, accountability and participation efforts worldwide, TAI’s core members include Ford Foundation, William and Flora Hewlett Foundation, Luminate, MacArthur Foundation, Open Society Foundations, and the UK’s Department for International Development. Transparency, Accountability, Transparency Accountability and Participation (TAP), Civic space, Grantmaking, Learning, Taxation, Civil Society, Open government, and Data … Type: NGO, Think-tanks, Ed, & Culture Activities: it services | 9 | 2 | 7 | 9 | |
Ecosummit Ecosummit Berlin 3-4 June 2025 - Accelerating smart green startups Join Ecosummit Berlin 3-4 June 2025. Our mission is maximising our impact until 2030. Ecosummit accelerates smart green startups and investors in climate tech, energy, mobility and cities to decarbonise our economy, electrify our planet and save our climate. Our unique 2-day pitch event enables fundraising, lead and co-investing, portfolio development, open innovation, corporate venturing and M&A. Since 2010, we organised 24 conferences, 24 online events and published 1.400 videos on Youtube. We've also made angel investments in Dendra Systems, Nexwafe, Aerones and Solar for Schools. In 2021, we advised … Type: Event Incubators & VCs | 59 | 22 | 43 | 4 | |
The Hague Business Agency Helping foreign companies - NGOs, social enterprises, impact entrepreneurs & startups- expand successfully to The Hague. The Hague Business Agency (THBA) attracts international companies and organisations and assists them in establishing, expanding or relocating their (foreign) operations within the Greater Hague region. As of 11 September 2017, The Hague Business Agency works together with The Hague Marketing Bureau and The Hague Convention Bureau under the umbrella of “The Hague & Partners’. In addition, THBA supports the Municipality of The Hague in attracting non-governmental organisations (NGOs). THBA was originally founded as the ‘WestHolland Foreign Investment Agency’ in 2000 by a number … Type: Public | 18 | 0 | 17 | 22 | |
Social Alpha Driving economic growth, social justice & climate action through the power of entrepreneurship & innovations. Social Alpha is a multistage innovation curation and venture development platform for science and technology start-ups that aim to address the most critical social, economic and environmental challenges. Social Alpha supports mission aligned entrepreneurs through a network of innovation labs, startup incubators, accelerator programmes, seed funds and market access mechanisms. At Social Alpha, we believe that entrepreneurship has the potential to create deep impact and bring about a positive change in the lives of people and communities. We search for innovators who are willing to … Type: Incubators & VCs | 22 | 1 | 16 | 110 | |
VNG [Automatic translation follows] The VNG connects all municipalities in the Netherlands and overseas areas and aims to strengthen local government. Together with all municipalities, the VNG stands for strength and quality of local government. Together with you. The VNG supports municipalities in their further development into the first government, the government that is closest to citizens and businesses. The local government determines the VNG agenda. The VNG is a service organization and offers a platform for opinion formation and innovation. The VNG is also the advocate of all municipalities and therefore an important discussion partner for other governments and social … Type: Public | 14 | 3 | 5 | 1,105 | |
Bionext | Ketenorganisatie [Automatic translation follows] Bionext is committed to more organic agriculture and food in the Netherlands and thus connects every link from farm to plate We are Bionext, the chain organisation for organic agriculture and food. With our group of passionate colleagues, we ensure the advocacy of organic in the areas of market development, research, publicity, legislation and lobbying. We are convinced that organic can contribute to the world of tomorrow and is a solution to social challenges such as the climate crisis, soil depletion and food security. What do you choose with the organic quality mark? For food and drink … Type: NGO, Think-tanks, Ed, & Culture Activities: deeptech | 4 | 1 | 3 | 30 | |
Invest-NL Wij zijn Invest-NL, impact investors. Wij maken financierbaar wat niet financierbaar lijkt. The Netherlands can and will become more sustainable and more innovative. This calls for dedication, patience and capital. But above all, it calls for entrepreneurs. Real entrepreneurs with outstanding plans for the Netherlands of the future. We are here to finance those plans. We are Invest-NL, impact investors. We make tomorrow possible. Pleased to meet you. We are going to make the difference. Impact is our goal, return is our means. We dare to turn opportunity into achievement. To deliver where others falter. How do we do this? … Type: Incubators & VCs | 20 | 9 | 14 | 173 | |
Enexis [Automatic translation follows] What drives us at Enexis is to be able to bring energy to the places where people need light and heat. Every day we work on a smarter, more sustainable and safe energy network. We do this with expertise and commitment. Energy in the right direction Network manager, Smart grids, Sustainable initiatives, Innovation, and Energy transition Type: Large company | 11 | 2 | 7 | 5,226 | |
City of Amsterdam Alles wat we doen, doen we voor de stad en de Amsterdammers. Working for Amsterdam means working for the most beautiful city in the world. Think of its rich history, the role Amsterdam plays internationally, and events such as Sail, Gay Pride and King’s Day. Of course everybody wants to visit Amsterdam, or work or live here. As you can probably imagine, working for Amsterdam is a challenge every day. How do we handle the growing bustle in the inner city? Or the high demand for new homes? Or obesity among young children? At the municipality of Amsterdam we work … Type: Public | 67 | 31 | 12 | 18,316 | |
Rockstar Games Join a tight-knit team responsible for creating and publishing some of the most popular, innovative and critically acclaimed interactive entertainment in the world including the Grand Theft Auto series, the Red Dead series and many more. Known for our dedication to quality and authenticity, a career at Rockstar Games is an opportunity to work on some of the most cutting edge, creatively rewarding and challenging projects available in any entertainment medium with some of the most talented people in the industry. We offer successful candidates highly competitive salary and compensation packages, including a comprehensive benefits package for all eligible employees. … Type: Large company | 12 | 3 | 0 | 5,717 | |
Get in the Ring The most global startup competition Get in the Ring is a global startup competition active in over 200 cities. Local winners participate in the yearly #GlobalMeetup, where founders from all corners of the world come together, make business deals with industry leaders and investors and battle for the title of global winner. Unknown Group: Founder of Get in the Ring To fix the future, Unknown Group believes that founders need early stage believer investments, industry leaders to bring their solutions to scale and the right environment to thrive. Get in the Ring gives founders that fix the future the opportunity … Type: Incubators & VCs NGO, Think-tanks, Ed, & Culture Activities: it services | 40 | 12 | 21 | 12 | |
Wevolver Wevolver is a platform where the engineering community and industry share their knowledge. Wevolver is the platform that provides the knowledge and connections to develop better technology. Millions of engineers leverage Wevolver to stay up to date, find knowledge when they are developing products, or leverage the platform to make meaningful connections. The knowledge on Wevolver is published by various sources: universities, tech companies, and individual community members. For companies who do not have in-house content capabilities, we provide creators from our extensive network of writers with engineering and science backgrounds. Wevolver is dedicated to providing high-quality information, including articles … | 44 | 8 | 37 | 45 | |
Toyota Mobility Foundation Helping people move more freely The Toyota Mobility Foundation was established in August 2014 to support the development of a more mobile society. The Foundation aims to support strong mobility systems while eliminating disparities in mobility. It utilizes Toyota’s expertise in technology, safety, and the environment, working in partnership with universities, governments, non-profit organizations, research institutions and other organizations to address mobility issues around the world. Programs include resolving urban transportation problems, expanding the utilization of personal mobility, and developing solutions for next generation mobility. Type: NGO, Think-tanks, Ed, & Culture Activities: transporttech | 12 | 3 | 4 | 19 | |
VilCap Investments VilCap Investments invests in early-stage enterprises delivering solutions to global social or environmental challenges in education, healthcare, financial services, sustainable agriculture, and energy. Type: Incubators & VCs | 10 | 3 | 4 | 5 | |
Shell Foundation Empowering underserved populations to earn a living income through access to clean energy & services in Africa & Asia Shell Foundation empowers underserved populations to earn a living income through access to clean energy in Africa and Asia. The Shell Foundation delivers impact by being evidence-driven, having the willingness to take risk, and by embracing agility and innovation. We drive scale through backing early-stage innovation, catalysing new finance into our sectors and markets, and creating innovative delivery partnership models. Discover more about our work: www.shellfoundation.org Follow us on Twitter: @ShellFoundation Shell Foundation is an independent charity (no. 1080999) established by … Type: NGO, Think-tanks, Ed, & Culture Activities: cleantech energytech greentech | 19 | 6 | 7 | 64 |