Verbund X Ventures

Easelink develops and industrializes conductive charging technologies for electric vehicles, aiming to automate and accelerate the charging process. It centers on MATRIX CHARGING, an automated conductive charging system with no moving parts outside the vehicle, designed to be stationary and scalable. The technology uses a charging pad that enables automatic direct physical connection as soon as a vehicle parks on top, eliminating the need for manual plugging and enabling convenient, efficient EV charging.

SPiNE is a startup that provides safe, clean, and inexpensive energy to all end users. It is focused on smart meter rollout and, as a result, digitalization in metering and control of charging infrastructure, heat pumps, and battery storage.

Eologix Sensor Technology GmbH, founded in 2014 and based in Graz, Austria, specializes in the design and manufacture of wireless temperature and icing sensor systems. The company provides autonomous and retrofittable sensors specifically for detecting icing on wind turbine rotor blades. Its innovative sensor system is compatible with all types of wind turbines, comprising a single receiving unit for each turbine paired with multiple sensing units that are strategically placed across the blades' surface. These sensing units can be conveniently installed during routine inspections, enhancing the operational efficiency and safety of wind energy production.

Necture is a software platform that helps businesses optimize fleets and transition to electric vehicles. The service provides data-driven insights and vehicle-specific recommendations for operations such as rebalancing, charging, and emissions reduction, enabling carbon-efficient miles and accelerated EV adoption. By combining analytics, automation, and user-focused tools, the platform supports fleet managers in managing energy, costs, and sustainability goals, with the aim of improving efficiency and reducing environmental impact as electric fleets scale.

eFriends operates as a direct marketing platform, pioneering sustainable practices by facilitating real-time energy sharing among users with surplus solar power.

Hybrid Energy Storage Solutions S.L., based in La Rinconada, Spain, specializes in hybrid energy storage solutions and offers innovative distributed smart grid and microgrid solutions. Established in 2018, the company focuses on developing cost-effective energy storage systems through the integration of various storage technologies, advanced power electronics, and proprietary energy management algorithms. Its flagship SHAD® technology provides a flexible platform that combines multiple storage types, including batteries and ultracapacitors, tailored for diverse applications across the electrical grid. Additionally, Hybrid Energy Storage Solutions develops sophisticated control systems, such as the Intelligent Node Management System and Energy Management System, which optimize the performance and monetization of these energy storage systems. The company also provides consultancy services, leveraging its expertise to help clients determine optimal sizing and operational strategies for energy storage solutions, thus enhancing efficiency and minimizing environmental impact.