The Challenge.

Startup 4 Climate is one of our most urgent initiatives to date. We believe that innovation and collaboration is key as we move into the future, which is why this challenge is aimed at young companies with ideas that can speed up the energy transition and limit global warming to 1,5 degrees.

The energy transition encompasses initiatives that promote the switch from current energy and transport systems to those systems and solutions that are smarter, more efficient and have the ability to reduce humanity’s negative impact on planet earth.

The Winners 2023

Cemvision

Efficient, fossil free process for cement production

Cemvision aims to take on the energy and emission intensive cement industry. By replacing virgin limestone use with industrial residue materials containing sufficient levels of calcium oxide, they offer a process in need of lower temperatures enabling an efficient electrification of the procedure.

www.cemvision.tech

Novige

Harnessing renewable wave power around the globe

NoviOcean focuses on ocean-based energy through its 1 MW hybrid units for wave, wind and solar power. Through their innovative solution, they aim to generate 52,000 MWh annually per square kilometer, while reducing carbon dioxide emissions by an impressive 13,000 tons. A ground-breaking solution to meet today’s major challenges.

www.noviocean.energy

Read the full press release

The Win-win.

What’s in it for you?

By joining Startup 4 Climate, contestants have the opportunity to pitch their ideas to our jury of experts.

Two winners will share a prize of 2 million SEK, as well as coaching from the expert jury, to help catalyze their ideas and contribute to the energy transition.

Contestants will also receive a membership at THINGS, have the opportunity to interact with two of Sweden’s most well-known energy companies, tap into their networks as well as be fronted on large social media platforms and news outlets.

What’s in it for Ellevio & GodEl?

As two of the Swedish energy market’s most well-known actors, we have a great responsibility in shaping the future of the sector. We want to promote the transition to a truly sustainable energy system, but we can’t do it alone.

Innovation and wide-spread engagement are key aspects for curbing the global climate crisis. Therefore we want to catalyze more actors and contribute to initiatives that can enable our common goals for a sustainable future.

The Challenge.

The challenge is now closed for submissions.

A big thank you to all of you who have submitted your innovations.
The top submissions will soon be shortlisted on our website, so stay tuned. The chosen ones will go on to pitch their ideas to our jury of experts. The winning startups will be granted a SEK 2 million prize to help catalyze their ideas and contribute to the energy transition.

About the challenge.

Startup 4 Climate is one of our most urgent initiatives to date. We believe that innovation and collaboration is key as we move into the future, which is why this challenge is aimed at young companies with ideas that can speed up the energy transition and limit global warming to 1,5 degrees.

The energy transition encompasses initiatives that promote the switch from current energy and transport systems to those systems and solutions that are smarter, more efficient and have the ability to reduce humanity’s negative impact on planet earth.

About / Collaborators

GODEL

GodEl is the 9th biggest electricity company in Sweden. It is owned by the GoodCause foundation that donates all dividends to charitable purposes. To this day, GodEl has donated over SEK 65 million to NGO:s such as Naturskyddsföreningen and MSF. GodEl is also a key player when it comes to sustainable electricity contracts. They provide only renewable energy marked as Bra Miljöval. Additionally, GodEl measures the company’s entire carbon footprint and invests in projects that reduce the amount of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere.

ELLEVIO

Ellevio AB is one of Sweden’s largest distribution network operators. Ellevio invests in, develops and maintains the company’s power grids in order to ensure a reliable electricity supply to its 962,000 customers. By investing in a long-term sustainable power grid Ellevio works to improve the quality of life for its customers as well as to enable the ongoing energy transformation and the continued digitization of the society.

THINGS

THINGS is the #1 deeptech- and innovation hub in Sweden, focusing on industry, infrastructure, utilities and mobility. THINGS Community consists of ~100 members, 50/50 deeptech companies and established companies, ranging from Tokyo to Silicon Valley. Together with them and a range of carefully selected international partners, THINGS provide truly international services for its members including challenges, acceleration programs, co-pilots and matchmaking. THINGS also arrange open events including its eBazaar™, eXplore™ and Get-On-Top-Of™ series.

WE DON’T HAVE TIME

We Don’t Have Time is a social media network for everyone who wants to be a part of the solution. Being a member of We Don’t Have Time is free of charge and lets you create climate reviews as well as interact and follow other members. The non-profit foundation is based in Stockholm, Sweden and its principal purpose is to contribute to a reduced climate impact and an ecologically sustainable environment.

Contact

hello@startup4climate.com