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RTDT is a No-code SaaS for Structural Health Monitoring of wind turbines.

Perovskia specializes in the digital printing of custom solar cells utilizing patent-protected technology. Operating at the convergence of printed electronics, photovoltaics, and material science, the company develops solar cells tailored for diverse electronic devices. Its innovative approach allows for the printing of solar cells directly onto glass and various substrates, presenting significant advantages over conventional silicon-based alternatives. This technology enables electronics manufacturers to enhance battery life and incorporate sustainable power solutions into their products.

8links offers a multi-layer coating technique for scalable lithium-ion battery manufacture.

8links offers a multi-layer coating technique for scalable lithium-ion battery manufacture.

Planeto is an energy transition company specializing in energy planning software solutions. It focuses on developing energy efficiency software aimed at decarbonizing the heating energy supply in buildings. The company's offerings include district heating and cooling networks that facilitate the connection of buildings to renewable energy sources, thereby enabling clients to achieve a sustainable and clean environment.

Inverto's goal is to automate mangrove restoration as a service for mangrove restoration organizations. Mangroves are much better carbon sinks than terrestrial forests and are essential for biodiversity.

Cotierra operates a decentralized biochar production platform, Terra Preta, which aims to remove carbon from the atmosphere and enhance soil health. The company transforms farmers' agricultural residues into a natural soil enhancer, biochar, using a mobile, cost-effective reactor. This process is digitally tracked and verified, enabling companies to offset their emissions and improve climate resilience in agricultural supply chains while benefiting farmers' livelihoods.

Neology’s ammonia-powered genset represents the next generation of clean power solutions. This advanced system delivers reliable energy with zero emissions, operating completely carbon-free. Designed to be mobile and versatile, it is perfect for off-grid and remote applications. Additionally, its silent operation ensures minimal noise pollution, making it an ideal choice for sustainable and efficient energy generation in any environment.

Optiml is a company that specializes in real estate investment and renovation planning through its innovative software solution. The platform is designed to empower real estate professionals by providing AI-driven tools for optimizing building operations and minimizing environmental impact. By analyzing data on energy consumption, occupancy patterns, and weather conditions, Optiml identifies areas for improvement and automates adjustments to systems such as heating, ventilation, and lighting. This enables users to achieve sustainability goals while maintaining profitability. The software addresses common challenges in the real estate sector, such as inadequate data, manual workflows, and evolving regulatory contexts, by offering scalable solutions that enhance asset and portfolio management. Through its cutting-edge SaaS approach, Optiml supports real estate professionals in understanding their current status, optimizing investment strategies, planning renovation actions, and ensuring long-term compliance with sustainability standards.

WattAnyWhere is a company focused on revolutionizing the delivery of high power electricity through innovative, decentralized solutions that prioritize renewable energy. It develops clean electricity generators specifically designed to provide fast-charging services for battery electric vehicles. By utilizing renewable ethanol derived from biomass, WattAnyWhere's mobile generators convert this energy source into clean electricity. This approach not only facilitates high-power generation in remote locations but also supports environmental sustainability by reducing greenhouse gas emissions. The company aims to enhance accessibility to electric vehicle charging while promoting a shift away from fossil fuels toward cleaner energy alternatives.

Biosimo Chemicals is a chemical engineering start-up focused on the development and operation of processes to produce bio-based platform chemicals. The company aims to create sustainable chemical solutions through innovative catalytic reactions and purification processes. Its flagship technology offers a novel method for producing acetic acid, replacing traditional methods that rely on coal and gas with a process that utilizes ethanol derived from biomass and waste. This advancement provides the chemical, pharmaceutical, and materials industries with a direct alternative to fossil-based resources, aligning with global sustainability goals.

Composite Recycling specializes in developing an innovative method for recycling Glass Fiber Reinforced Polymer (GFRP) composites. The company's technology uses a pyrolysis technique to recover glass fibers from composite materials while preserving their structural and functional properties, making them reusable. This process also produces pyrolysis oil as a byproduct. Composite Recycling aims to address the growing issue of composite waste, particularly from sources like boats and wind turbine blades, by converting this waste into high-quality reclaimed glass fibers and pyrolysis oil.

Zurich Soft Robotics offers its multifunctional Adaptive Solar Facade (ASF), a second building skin that solves both problems: The ASF increases the PV generation by up to 40% due to active solar tracking and the AI-controlled shading capabilities reduce the building cooling energy demand by 20-80% compared to traditional systems while improving occupants' comfort and well-being.

8links offers a multi-layer coating technique for scalable lithium-ion battery manufacture.

Reactive Illumination proposes an innovative green way to convert any organic waste (biowaste, tyres etc.) to mainly solid carbon and energy-efficient gases like H2, CH4, etc. within seconds without any chemicals that can be collected and used.

Biosimo Chemicals is a chemical engineering start-up focused on the development and operation of processes to produce bio-based platform chemicals. The company aims to create sustainable chemical solutions through innovative catalytic reactions and purification processes. Its flagship technology offers a novel method for producing acetic acid, replacing traditional methods that rely on coal and gas with a process that utilizes ethanol derived from biomass and waste. This advancement provides the chemical, pharmaceutical, and materials industries with a direct alternative to fossil-based resources, aligning with global sustainability goals.

WattAnyWhere is a company focused on revolutionizing the delivery of high power electricity through innovative, decentralized solutions that prioritize renewable energy. It develops clean electricity generators specifically designed to provide fast-charging services for battery electric vehicles. By utilizing renewable ethanol derived from biomass, WattAnyWhere's mobile generators convert this energy source into clean electricity. This approach not only facilitates high-power generation in remote locations but also supports environmental sustainability by reducing greenhouse gas emissions. The company aims to enhance accessibility to electric vehicle charging while promoting a shift away from fossil fuels toward cleaner energy alternatives.

Beyond Scroll, headquartered in Winterthur, Switzerland, specializes in developing and manufacturing oil-free gas compressors. Utilizing miniaturized, co-rotating scroll technology, the company's products ensure contamination-free gas compression, making them ideal for renewable energy applications and hazardous environments. Their offerings include low-pressure compression systems for hydrogen production and sealed hermetic compressors, designed to minimize maintenance and enable operation in demanding conditions.

Voltiris specializes in the development of advanced solar modules specifically designed for greenhouse applications. Utilizing innovative spectral filtering technology, the company enables essential light for plant growth to pass through while simultaneously converting unused light into renewable energy. This dual-use approach allows greenhouse operators to generate electricity without negatively impacting crop yields, thereby enhancing sustainability and promoting energy independence. By transforming greenhouses into renewable power plants, Voltiris helps clients manage their energy costs and improves the overall viability of agricultural operations.

Composite Recycling specializes in developing an innovative method for recycling Glass Fiber Reinforced Polymer (GFRP) composites. The company's technology uses a pyrolysis technique to recover glass fibers from composite materials while preserving their structural and functional properties, making them reusable. This process also produces pyrolysis oil as a byproduct. Composite Recycling aims to address the growing issue of composite waste, particularly from sources like boats and wind turbine blades, by converting this waste into high-quality reclaimed glass fibers and pyrolysis oil.

Perovskia specializes in the digital printing of custom solar cells utilizing patent-protected technology. Operating at the convergence of printed electronics, photovoltaics, and material science, the company develops solar cells tailored for diverse electronic devices. Its innovative approach allows for the printing of solar cells directly onto glass and various substrates, presenting significant advantages over conventional silicon-based alternatives. This technology enables electronics manufacturers to enhance battery life and incorporate sustainable power solutions into their products.

Enerdrape is a company that specializes in transforming existing underground environments into renewable energy sources for heating and cooling buildings. By developing prefabricated geothermal panels, Enerdrape captures geothermal and waste heat found in spaces such as underground parking, tunnels, and stations. This innovative technology serves as a cost-effective retrofit solution, allowing building owners to harness the untapped energy potential beneath urban settings. By integrating this system with heat pump technology, Enerdrape enables a transition towards more sustainable energy practices, helping to reduce reliance on fossil fuels and lower greenhouse gas emissions in urban environments.

Antefil Composite Tech specializes in the production of fiber-reinforced plastics and lightweight structures, focusing on enhancing the efficiency of large-scale composite manufacturing. The company utilizes patent-pending technology to create glass fibers that are individually coated with meltable, recyclable plastics. This innovative approach enables the production of high-quality, sustainable textiles made from hybrid fibers, allowing manufacturers to adopt more cost-effective and energy-efficient processes. Antefil Composite Tech is committed to providing recyclable material preforms for thermoset applications, thereby addressing the growing demand for environmentally friendly solutions in composite production.

SoHHytec SA, based in Écublens, Switzerland, specializes in the onsite production of renewable fuel and energy, focusing on hydrogen, electricity, and heat. The company utilizes innovative patented technology based on an integrated photo-electrochemical device that effectively employs solar energy and water to produce hydrogen and oxygen, alongside electricity and heat, all simultaneously and on the same site. This solution, known as Arb, aims to replace conventional fossil fuel-based energy systems, providing a cleaner, greener, and more cost-effective alternative. SoHHytec's systems are designed to enhance efficiency and stability in energy production while addressing the challenges of grid instability associated with intermittent renewable sources. With a vision to realize a sustainable hydrogen economy, SoHHytec aims to facilitate the transition to a future where hydrogen is a prevalent energy source.

Antefil Composite Tech specializes in the production of fiber-reinforced plastics and lightweight structures, focusing on enhancing the efficiency of large-scale composite manufacturing. The company utilizes patent-pending technology to create glass fibers that are individually coated with meltable, recyclable plastics. This innovative approach enables the production of high-quality, sustainable textiles made from hybrid fibers, allowing manufacturers to adopt more cost-effective and energy-efficient processes. Antefil Composite Tech is committed to providing recyclable material preforms for thermoset applications, thereby addressing the growing demand for environmentally friendly solutions in composite production.

Composite Recycling specializes in developing an innovative method for recycling Glass Fiber Reinforced Polymer (GFRP) composites. The company's technology uses a pyrolysis technique to recover glass fibers from composite materials while preserving their structural and functional properties, making them reusable. This process also produces pyrolysis oil as a byproduct. Composite Recycling aims to address the growing issue of composite waste, particularly from sources like boats and wind turbine blades, by converting this waste into high-quality reclaimed glass fibers and pyrolysis oil.

iWin, based in Manno, Switzerland, specializes in the development of an innovative photovoltaic venetian-blind shading device that is seamlessly integrated into insulating windows without affecting their design or functionality. Established in 2019, the company aims to enhance building sustainability, as the construction sector is responsible for approximately 40% of global CO2 emissions. The patented system not only generates renewable energy on-site but also effectively controls light and solar radiation, protecting buildings from overheating in summer. iWin’s product is customizable in size and color, durable, and requires minimal maintenance, boasting a payback period of less than ten years. The company has created its first working prototype and has formed partnerships with SUPSI and Pellini Group, a leader in integral venetian blinds. With a significant market opportunity, particularly in Switzerland where around 900,000 square meters of glass façades are installed annually, iWin is poised for growth in the sustainable building sector.

Enerdrape is a company that specializes in transforming existing underground environments into renewable energy sources for heating and cooling buildings. By developing prefabricated geothermal panels, Enerdrape captures geothermal and waste heat found in spaces such as underground parking, tunnels, and stations. This innovative technology serves as a cost-effective retrofit solution, allowing building owners to harness the untapped energy potential beneath urban settings. By integrating this system with heat pump technology, Enerdrape enables a transition towards more sustainable energy practices, helping to reduce reliance on fossil fuels and lower greenhouse gas emissions in urban environments.

Infrascreen is a company focused on advancing greenhouse technology through the application of nanotechnologies. It specializes in designing innovative light filters that enhance climate management in greenhouses, leading to improved energy efficiency and reduced heat stress on crops. By developing products in collaboration with the PV-center of the CSEM in Neuchâtel, Infrascreen aims to broaden the scope of sustainable agriculture. The company’s technology has been shown to decrease carbon dioxide emissions associated with food production, lower operational costs, and enhance the insulating properties of greenhouse structures. Currently, Infrascreen has successfully demonstrated the proof of concept for its products under laboratory conditions.

Exnaton is an IT services company that specializes in developing a software-as-a-service (SaaS) platform focused on smart energy solutions, including electric vehicle (EV) smart charging and facilitating the energy transition. The company's platform is designed for renewable energy power trading, providing tools for energy data management that enable energy suppliers to capitalize on digital business opportunities in local energy markets. By enhancing energy independence and optimizing operations, Exnaton allows grid operators to implement effective models for integrating renewable energy sources into their systems, ultimately saving time and reducing costs for energy utilities.

Bloom Biorenewables Ltd is a Swiss company established in 2019, specializing in the development of innovative technologies that convert wood and agricultural waste into renewable materials as substitutes for petroleum-based products. The company focuses on producing bio-based materials for various sectors, including fragrances, plastics, and textiles, thereby offering sustainable alternatives to fossil fuels. By introducing a novel approach to the production of biorenewable products and fuels, Bloom Biorenewables aims to make a significant impact in promoting the use of sustainable resources and addressing climate change challenges.

SoHHytec SA, based in Écublens, Switzerland, specializes in the onsite production of renewable fuel and energy, focusing on hydrogen, electricity, and heat. The company utilizes innovative patented technology based on an integrated photo-electrochemical device that effectively employs solar energy and water to produce hydrogen and oxygen, alongside electricity and heat, all simultaneously and on the same site. This solution, known as Arb, aims to replace conventional fossil fuel-based energy systems, providing a cleaner, greener, and more cost-effective alternative. SoHHytec's systems are designed to enhance efficiency and stability in energy production while addressing the challenges of grid instability associated with intermittent renewable sources. With a vision to realize a sustainable hydrogen economy, SoHHytec aims to facilitate the transition to a future where hydrogen is a prevalent energy source.

Cowa Thermal Solutions AG, founded in 2019 and based in Root, Switzerland, specializes in developing thermal energy storage technologies utilizing phase change materials for both domestic and industrial applications. The company's flagship product, COWA-Caps, enhances the storage capacity of water-based thermal systems. Cowa Thermal Solutions also operates a heat pump that significantly reduces reliance on mains electricity by effectively utilizing energy generated from photovoltaic systems. This innovative approach not only extends the duration of heat provision but also empowers clients with sustainable heating solutions, promoting independence from external energy suppliers and the power grid.

SmartHelio is an innovative technology company focused on enhancing solar energy performance through its advanced software and IoT sensor solutions. The company's platform utilizes deep learning algorithms to facilitate real-time fault detection and identification in solar systems, allowing organizations to address issues swiftly and improve efficiency by up to 3%. With capabilities for generating intelligent insights, SmartHelio equips solar companies with essential analytics tools for better decision-making and enhanced site performance. Their solutions can be integrated into existing IT infrastructures, and the software is designed to be user-friendly, requiring minimal training. Additionally, SmartHelio deploys AI on edge devices to optimize data collection and processing costs while maintaining high-quality analytics services. This empowers energy developers and managers to maximize asset performance with reduced human intervention, ultimately generating an extra 5% in energy output and optimizing operational and maintenance efforts by 30%.

iWin, based in Manno, Switzerland, specializes in the development of an innovative photovoltaic venetian-blind shading device that is seamlessly integrated into insulating windows without affecting their design or functionality. Established in 2019, the company aims to enhance building sustainability, as the construction sector is responsible for approximately 40% of global CO2 emissions. The patented system not only generates renewable energy on-site but also effectively controls light and solar radiation, protecting buildings from overheating in summer. iWin’s product is customizable in size and color, durable, and requires minimal maintenance, boasting a payback period of less than ten years. The company has created its first working prototype and has formed partnerships with SUPSI and Pellini Group, a leader in integral venetian blinds. With a significant market opportunity, particularly in Switzerland where around 900,000 square meters of glass façades are installed annually, iWin is poised for growth in the sustainable building sector.

Bloom Biorenewables Ltd is a Swiss company established in 2019, specializing in the development of innovative technologies that convert wood and agricultural waste into renewable materials as substitutes for petroleum-based products. The company focuses on producing bio-based materials for various sectors, including fragrances, plastics, and textiles, thereby offering sustainable alternatives to fossil fuels. By introducing a novel approach to the production of biorenewable products and fuels, Bloom Biorenewables aims to make a significant impact in promoting the use of sustainable resources and addressing climate change challenges.

Plastogaz is a Swiss company based in Lausanne that specializes in the production of natural gas from waste resources, particularly synthetic waste streams like plastics. Founded in 2019, it utilizes a patented catalyst technology to convert mixed plastics into grid-compatible methane and naphtha, which can serve as fuel or be used for creating new synthetic materials. By transforming plastic waste into usable products, Plastogaz aims to mitigate greenhouse gas emissions and contribute to a more sustainable environment. The company's innovative approach not only addresses the challenges of plastic disposal but also helps reduce the carbon footprint associated with traditional waste management practices.

Cowa Thermal Solutions AG, founded in 2019 and based in Root, Switzerland, specializes in developing thermal energy storage technologies utilizing phase change materials for both domestic and industrial applications. The company's flagship product, COWA-Caps, enhances the storage capacity of water-based thermal systems. Cowa Thermal Solutions also operates a heat pump that significantly reduces reliance on mains electricity by effectively utilizing energy generated from photovoltaic systems. This innovative approach not only extends the duration of heat provision but also empowers clients with sustainable heating solutions, promoting independence from external energy suppliers and the power grid.

Gaia Membranes AG, established in 2019 and headquartered in Windisch, Switzerland, specializes in manufacturing Amphion membranes. These are atmospheric ion exchange membranes designed to enhance the charge-discharge efficiency of Vanadium redox batteries, crucial for renewable energy storage and conversion applications. Gaia's innovative technology, spun off from the Paul Scherrer Institute, addresses limitations of traditional membranes by enabling proton conductivity and ionic selectivity, thereby reducing the levelised cost of storage in vanadium flow batteries. The company's flagship product, gAM-40 membrane, is based on proprietary intellectual property developed under the guidance of experienced researchers Lorenz Gubler and Fabio.

CompPair Technologies Ltd. is a manufacturer specializing in smart and bio-inspired healable structural composites designed to extend the lifespan of composite materials. Founded in 2019 and based in Lausanne, Switzerland, the company evolved from extensive research conducted at the Laboratory for Processing of Advanced Composites at EPFL, drawing on over a decade of expertise in self-healing composites. CompPair's innovative offerings include smart prepreg, which significantly reduces maintenance costs, facilitates damage healing, and enhances the sustainability of composite products. The company serves a diverse range of industries, including aerospace, automotive, wind energy, and sports, providing solutions that not only improve product longevity but also promote easier recycling at the end of a product's life cycle.

Brainwhere GmbH, established in 2018 and headquartered in Kilchberg, Switzerland, operates airborne wind turbines to generate electricity. The company aims to address tomorrow's energy challenges by harnessing high-altitude winds for power production. Brainwhere offers innovative solutions such as vertical systems and mobile deployment, targeting clients like wind park owners, governments, NGOs, islands, and oil, gas, and mining operators seeking clean, decentralized energy at a lower cost compared to traditional diesel generators.

Gaia Membranes AG, established in 2019 and headquartered in Windisch, Switzerland, specializes in manufacturing Amphion membranes. These are atmospheric ion exchange membranes designed to enhance the charge-discharge efficiency of Vanadium redox batteries, crucial for renewable energy storage and conversion applications. Gaia's innovative technology, spun off from the Paul Scherrer Institute, addresses limitations of traditional membranes by enabling proton conductivity and ionic selectivity, thereby reducing the levelised cost of storage in vanadium flow batteries. The company's flagship product, gAM-40 membrane, is based on proprietary intellectual property developed under the guidance of experienced researchers Lorenz Gubler and Fabio.

Gaia Membranes AG, established in 2019 and headquartered in Windisch, Switzerland, specializes in manufacturing Amphion membranes. These are atmospheric ion exchange membranes designed to enhance the charge-discharge efficiency of Vanadium redox batteries, crucial for renewable energy storage and conversion applications. Gaia's innovative technology, spun off from the Paul Scherrer Institute, addresses limitations of traditional membranes by enabling proton conductivity and ionic selectivity, thereby reducing the levelised cost of storage in vanadium flow batteries. The company's flagship product, gAM-40 membrane, is based on proprietary intellectual property developed under the guidance of experienced researchers Lorenz Gubler and Fabio.

Daphne Technology SA is a climate technology company based in Ecublens, Switzerland, founded in 2017. The company specializes in catalyst-free, nano-technology solutions designed to help the petrochemical, power, and transportation industries significantly reduce air emissions in accordance with international and national regulations. Its patented technology effectively breaks down toxic pollutants, converting them into non-hazardous elements or valuable by-products. This miniaturized solution is particularly well-suited for marine vessels and offers a cost-effective alternative to existing technologies by lowering both capital and operational costs without necessitating a switch in fuel sources. As a result, Daphne Technology addresses environmental challenges by enabling a cleaner and more sustainable approach to emissions management across various sectors.

Daphne Technology SA is a climate technology company based in Ecublens, Switzerland, founded in 2017. The company specializes in catalyst-free, nano-technology solutions designed to help the petrochemical, power, and transportation industries significantly reduce air emissions in accordance with international and national regulations. Its patented technology effectively breaks down toxic pollutants, converting them into non-hazardous elements or valuable by-products. This miniaturized solution is particularly well-suited for marine vessels and offers a cost-effective alternative to existing technologies by lowering both capital and operational costs without necessitating a switch in fuel sources. As a result, Daphne Technology addresses environmental challenges by enabling a cleaner and more sustainable approach to emissions management across various sectors.

Hive Power is a technology company focused on optimizing energy management through its innovative AI platform, FLEXO. The company's offerings include a blockchain-based energy meter that facilitates energy trading, promoting the use of solar energy and battery storage. This technology supports local energy communities by enhancing operational safety, asset management, and grid stability. Hive Power's solutions contribute to reducing energy costs and maximizing asset value for users while ensuring compliance with power quality standards and enabling features such as current limitation and peak shaving. By integrating smart technologies, Hive Power aims to streamline the management of various grid-connected devices, including electric vehicle charging systems, enhancing overall energy efficiency and sustainability.

Skypull SA is a Swiss company established in 2013, focused on developing an innovative airborne wind energy system that harnesses high-altitude winds to generate electricity. The company has designed a hybrid drone capable of vertical take-off and landing, which operates at greater altitudes where winds are stronger and more consistent. This drone is connected to a ground-based generator via a tether, allowing it to capture and convert wind energy into clean power. Skypull's proprietary airframe technology provides enhanced efficiency and resilience, making the system more versatile than competitors. By leveraging this technology, the company aims to offer an affordable, renewable energy solution that addresses climate change and promotes the transition from fossil fuels to sustainable energy sources.

GRZ Technologies SA, founded in 2017 and headquartered in Sion, Switzerland, specializes in hydrogen energy storage solutions. As a spinoff from the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology in Lausanne, the company aims to address the challenges posed by fluctuating renewable energy sources. Its key offerings include the Dense and Safe Hydrogen Storage Module, which stores renewable electricity indefinitely, enhances self-consumption, and provides backup power. Additionally, GRZ Technologies produces the HyCo, a portable compressor designed for high-pressure hydrogen delivery in laboratory settings, and the Advanced Gas Sorption Analysis System, which facilitates the analysis of various gases. The company’s technologies, commercialized under the DASHTM trademark, support the development of efficient hydrogen-based energy storage systems, enabling a transition towards a more sustainable energy future.

SAMAWATT AG is a Swiss company, established in 2018 and based in Eysins, that specializes in optimizing renewable energy sales for wind and solar park operators. The company offers an artificial intelligence-driven trading-as-a-service solution that employs advanced algorithms to manage risks and enhance production and price forecasts. SAMAWATT's technology facilitates spot market trading strategies, battery storage optimization, and peer-to-peer energy exchange. By monitoring fluctuations in renewable energy production alongside the dynamics of the wholesale electricity market, SAMAWATT enables its clients to minimize market losses and reduce penalties associated with electric grid imbalances.

Daphne Technology SA is a climate technology company based in Ecublens, Switzerland, founded in 2017. The company specializes in catalyst-free, nano-technology solutions designed to help the petrochemical, power, and transportation industries significantly reduce air emissions in accordance with international and national regulations. Its patented technology effectively breaks down toxic pollutants, converting them into non-hazardous elements or valuable by-products. This miniaturized solution is particularly well-suited for marine vessels and offers a cost-effective alternative to existing technologies by lowering both capital and operational costs without necessitating a switch in fuel sources. As a result, Daphne Technology addresses environmental challenges by enabling a cleaner and more sustainable approach to emissions management across various sectors.

Skypull SA is a Swiss company established in 2013, focused on developing an innovative airborne wind energy system that harnesses high-altitude winds to generate electricity. The company has designed a hybrid drone capable of vertical take-off and landing, which operates at greater altitudes where winds are stronger and more consistent. This drone is connected to a ground-based generator via a tether, allowing it to capture and convert wind energy into clean power. Skypull's proprietary airframe technology provides enhanced efficiency and resilience, making the system more versatile than competitors. By leveraging this technology, the company aims to offer an affordable, renewable energy solution that addresses climate change and promotes the transition from fossil fuels to sustainable energy sources.

Zaphiro Technologies is a company specializing in the development of advanced monitoring and automation systems for electrical distribution grids. Founded in April 2017 as a spin-off from the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology in Lausanne, it was established by researchers Paolo Romano, Marco Pignati, and Lorenzo Zanni. The company's technology provides real-time visibility into energy flows within the grid and includes capabilities for accurately locating faults. By utilizing distributed sensing and a central grid controller, Zaphiro enhances the efficiency and profitability of grid operations, enabling clients to integrate renewable energy sources and electric vehicles effectively. The company's solutions help utilities respond swiftly to electrical faults, thereby minimizing the impact of power outages and transitioning grids from passive to proactive management.

GRZ Technologies SA, founded in 2017 and headquartered in Sion, Switzerland, specializes in hydrogen energy storage solutions. As a spinoff from the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology in Lausanne, the company aims to address the challenges posed by fluctuating renewable energy sources. Its key offerings include the Dense and Safe Hydrogen Storage Module, which stores renewable electricity indefinitely, enhances self-consumption, and provides backup power. Additionally, GRZ Technologies produces the HyCo, a portable compressor designed for high-pressure hydrogen delivery in laboratory settings, and the Advanced Gas Sorption Analysis System, which facilitates the analysis of various gases. The company’s technologies, commercialized under the DASHTM trademark, support the development of efficient hydrogen-based energy storage systems, enabling a transition towards a more sustainable energy future.

Daphne Technology SA is a climate technology company based in Ecublens, Switzerland, founded in 2017. The company specializes in catalyst-free, nano-technology solutions designed to help the petrochemical, power, and transportation industries significantly reduce air emissions in accordance with international and national regulations. Its patented technology effectively breaks down toxic pollutants, converting them into non-hazardous elements or valuable by-products. This miniaturized solution is particularly well-suited for marine vessels and offers a cost-effective alternative to existing technologies by lowering both capital and operational costs without necessitating a switch in fuel sources. As a result, Daphne Technology addresses environmental challenges by enabling a cleaner and more sustainable approach to emissions management across various sectors.

SMT Energy AG is a Swiss company based in Schlieren that specializes in manufacturing home battery systems designed to harness and store surplus electricity generated from solar installations. Founded in 2017, SMT Energy's electrochemical energy storage solutions cater to homeowners, commercial organizations, and utility providers, enabling them to effectively manage their energy resources. The company's products facilitate self-consumption, load shifting, and participation in regulatory services, such as frequency response and virtual power plants. By providing safe, reliable, and cost-effective energy storage systems, SMT Energy aims to help clients maximize their solar energy usage while minimizing costs.

Skypull SA is a Swiss company established in 2013, focused on developing an innovative airborne wind energy system that harnesses high-altitude winds to generate electricity. The company has designed a hybrid drone capable of vertical take-off and landing, which operates at greater altitudes where winds are stronger and more consistent. This drone is connected to a ground-based generator via a tether, allowing it to capture and convert wind energy into clean power. Skypull's proprietary airframe technology provides enhanced efficiency and resilience, making the system more versatile than competitors. By leveraging this technology, the company aims to offer an affordable, renewable energy solution that addresses climate change and promotes the transition from fossil fuels to sustainable energy sources.

Insolight is an energy company founded in 2015 that specializes in the development and manufacturing of advanced solar panels. The company has achieved record efficiency levels of 29 percent for its solar modules, significantly lowering residential solar electricity costs. Insolight utilizes innovative optical technology that combines high efficiency with the ease of mounting similar to standard flat panels. The company has also demonstrated its capabilities through third-party validations, achieving 36 percent efficiency on lab prototypes and 29 percent on pre-industrial modules. Insolight's business model focuses on developing intellectual property, controlling wholesale distribution, and outsourcing manufacturing. Additionally, the company is engaged in creating photovoltaic systems aimed at reducing solar electricity costs in the agricultural sector, employing integrated tracking methods to optimize energy production based on the sun's position.

GRZ Technologies SA, founded in 2017 and headquartered in Sion, Switzerland, specializes in hydrogen energy storage solutions. As a spinoff from the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology in Lausanne, the company aims to address the challenges posed by fluctuating renewable energy sources. Its key offerings include the Dense and Safe Hydrogen Storage Module, which stores renewable electricity indefinitely, enhances self-consumption, and provides backup power. Additionally, GRZ Technologies produces the HyCo, a portable compressor designed for high-pressure hydrogen delivery in laboratory settings, and the Advanced Gas Sorption Analysis System, which facilitates the analysis of various gases. The company’s technologies, commercialized under the DASHTM trademark, support the development of efficient hydrogen-based energy storage systems, enabling a transition towards a more sustainable energy future.

SMT Energy AG is a Swiss company based in Schlieren that specializes in manufacturing home battery systems designed to harness and store surplus electricity generated from solar installations. Founded in 2017, SMT Energy's electrochemical energy storage solutions cater to homeowners, commercial organizations, and utility providers, enabling them to effectively manage their energy resources. The company's products facilitate self-consumption, load shifting, and participation in regulatory services, such as frequency response and virtual power plants. By providing safe, reliable, and cost-effective energy storage systems, SMT Energy aims to help clients maximize their solar energy usage while minimizing costs.

Younergy is a Swiss start-up focused on providing distributed solar electricity solutions to consumers. The company specializes in solar energy financing, installation, pricing, and monitoring services. By offering tailored solutions, Younergy aims to make solar energy more accessible and affordable for its customers, promoting sustainable energy practices and reducing reliance on traditional power sources.

Younergy is a Swiss start-up focused on providing distributed solar electricity solutions to consumers. The company specializes in solar energy financing, installation, pricing, and monitoring services. By offering tailored solutions, Younergy aims to make solar energy more accessible and affordable for its customers, promoting sustainable energy practices and reducing reliance on traditional power sources.

Insolight is an energy company founded in 2015 that specializes in the development and manufacturing of advanced solar panels. The company has achieved record efficiency levels of 29 percent for its solar modules, significantly lowering residential solar electricity costs. Insolight utilizes innovative optical technology that combines high efficiency with the ease of mounting similar to standard flat panels. The company has also demonstrated its capabilities through third-party validations, achieving 36 percent efficiency on lab prototypes and 29 percent on pre-industrial modules. Insolight's business model focuses on developing intellectual property, controlling wholesale distribution, and outsourcing manufacturing. Additionally, the company is engaged in creating photovoltaic systems aimed at reducing solar electricity costs in the agricultural sector, employing integrated tracking methods to optimize energy production based on the sun's position.

TreaTech is a Swiss cleantech company established in 2015 by engineers from the École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL). The company specializes in developing catalytic hydrothermal gasification (cHTG) technology that offers an innovative approach to wastewater treatment. This thermochemical process effectively transforms various types of liquid waste, including sewage sludge, into valuable by-products such as renewable gas, clean water, and mineral salts. TreaTech's solutions focus on eco-friendly waste disposal, aligning with sustainable development and circular economy principles. By recycling wastewater and its by-products, TreaTech enables clients to manage waste more sustainably while generating resources like fertilizers and biogas.

Chargeee is a company dedicated to advancing electric mobility through its innovative smart charging point network. By providing cloud-based software and maintenance for its charging stations, Chargeee enables businesses, municipalities, offices, and other hosts to offer electric vehicle charging solutions without the need for upfront investment or ongoing maintenance responsibilities. The company's infrastructure allows electric vehicle drivers to easily access and manage their charging sessions, fostering a more accessible and efficient environment for electric mobility.

Insolight is an energy company founded in 2015 that specializes in the development and manufacturing of advanced solar panels. The company has achieved record efficiency levels of 29 percent for its solar modules, significantly lowering residential solar electricity costs. Insolight utilizes innovative optical technology that combines high efficiency with the ease of mounting similar to standard flat panels. The company has also demonstrated its capabilities through third-party validations, achieving 36 percent efficiency on lab prototypes and 29 percent on pre-industrial modules. Insolight's business model focuses on developing intellectual property, controlling wholesale distribution, and outsourcing manufacturing. Additionally, the company is engaged in creating photovoltaic systems aimed at reducing solar electricity costs in the agricultural sector, employing integrated tracking methods to optimize energy production based on the sun's position.

TreaTech is a Swiss cleantech company established in 2015 by engineers from the École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL). The company specializes in developing catalytic hydrothermal gasification (cHTG) technology that offers an innovative approach to wastewater treatment. This thermochemical process effectively transforms various types of liquid waste, including sewage sludge, into valuable by-products such as renewable gas, clean water, and mineral salts. TreaTech's solutions focus on eco-friendly waste disposal, aligning with sustainable development and circular economy principles. By recycling wastewater and its by-products, TreaTech enables clients to manage waste more sustainably while generating resources like fertilizers and biogas.

Younergy is a Swiss start-up focused on providing distributed solar electricity solutions to consumers. The company specializes in solar energy financing, installation, pricing, and monitoring services. By offering tailored solutions, Younergy aims to make solar energy more accessible and affordable for its customers, promoting sustainable energy practices and reducing reliance on traditional power sources.

Younergy is a Swiss start-up focused on providing distributed solar electricity solutions to consumers. The company specializes in solar energy financing, installation, pricing, and monitoring services. By offering tailored solutions, Younergy aims to make solar energy more accessible and affordable for its customers, promoting sustainable energy practices and reducing reliance on traditional power sources.

Younergy is a Swiss start-up focused on providing distributed solar electricity solutions to consumers. The company specializes in solar energy financing, installation, pricing, and monitoring services. By offering tailored solutions, Younergy aims to make solar energy more accessible and affordable for its customers, promoting sustainable energy practices and reducing reliance on traditional power sources.

Adaptricity AG, established in 2014 and headquartered in Zurich, Switzerland, specializes in developing simulation and optimization software tools tailored for adapting electric distribution grids towards renewable energies. The company's flagship product, DPG.sim, is a comprehensive SmartGrid analysis and simulation tool designed to simulate active prosumers on grid topologies, incorporating features like distributed energy storage, demand response, and other active grid elements. Adaptricity also offers extensive consulting services focused on distribution grid-related calculation and simulation tasks, covering areas such as distributed generation, demand response, and energy storage strategies. As of 2017, the company operates as a subsidiary of LEONI AG.

Shared Electric GmbH, founded in 2014 and headquartered in Zurich, Switzerland, specializes in developing software solutions tailored for electricity utilities. The company creates a custom platform that leverages smart meter networks, enabling utilities to engage effectively with end-consumers and promote sustainable energy practices. Its technology enhances the monitoring and operation of power systems, facilitating increased integration of renewable energy sources and encouraging demand-side participation. By providing tools that allow consumers to interact with their utility providers, Shared Electric aims to optimize demand response and improve overall grid efficiency.

AquAero GmbH, founded in 2014 and based in Windisch, Switzerland, specializes in innovative water harvesting technology. The company has developed a unique pure steam drying system that utilizes metal organic frameworks to extract drinking water from the atmosphere, even in arid desert environments. This scalable technology not only facilitates efficient water harvesting but also improves dehumidification processes. By focusing on energy-efficient drying methods, AquAero aims to address the growing need for sustainable water sources in challenging climates.

Adaptricity AG, established in 2014 and headquartered in Zurich, Switzerland, specializes in developing simulation and optimization software tools tailored for adapting electric distribution grids towards renewable energies. The company's flagship product, DPG.sim, is a comprehensive SmartGrid analysis and simulation tool designed to simulate active prosumers on grid topologies, incorporating features like distributed energy storage, demand response, and other active grid elements. Adaptricity also offers extensive consulting services focused on distribution grid-related calculation and simulation tasks, covering areas such as distributed generation, demand response, and energy storage strategies. As of 2017, the company operates as a subsidiary of LEONI AG.

TwingTec AG is a Swiss company founded in 2013 that specializes in the development and manufacturing of a mobile wind energy system known as the TT100. This innovative system is designed to generate clean energy in remote and challenging locations, such as off-grid mines, isolated communities, and resorts. TwingTec's technology features an energy harvesting kite that captures wind power at higher altitudes, allowing for the efficient production of electricity at a lower cost than fossil fuels. The kite operates in conjunction with a ground station that collects energy through tension reels, providing a sustainable alternative to traditional energy sources and significantly reducing diesel consumption and environmental impact.

Eturnity AG is a Swiss software development company specializing in solutions for the renewable energy sector. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in Chur, with an additional office in Sankt Gallen, Eturnity creates tools that enhance sales and customer service for renewable energy systems. The company offers a suite of products, including the Eturnity Solar Calculator and Eturnity Heating Calculator, which allow users to evaluate the potential of photovoltaic and heating systems, generate non-binding quotations, and provide digital consulting through a web portal. Additionally, Eturnity's software assists in simulating planned systems, calculating energy consumption, and supporting the selection of optimal heating solutions. Eturnity aims to facilitate the transition to decentralized energy systems, empowering energy providers to effectively engage with customers who are increasingly becoming electricity producers. Through its innovative platform, Eturnity enhances the consultation process, enabling businesses to save time, improve customer interactions, and ultimately close more sales.

Adaptricity AG, established in 2014 and headquartered in Zurich, Switzerland, specializes in developing simulation and optimization software tools tailored for adapting electric distribution grids towards renewable energies. The company's flagship product, DPG.sim, is a comprehensive SmartGrid analysis and simulation tool designed to simulate active prosumers on grid topologies, incorporating features like distributed energy storage, demand response, and other active grid elements. Adaptricity also offers extensive consulting services focused on distribution grid-related calculation and simulation tasks, covering areas such as distributed generation, demand response, and energy storage strategies. As of 2017, the company operates as a subsidiary of LEONI AG.

Osmo Blue, founded in 2013 and located in Lausanne, Switzerland, specializes in the development of technologies for recycling low-temperature waste heat to generate electricity. The company’s patented technology can convert heat as low as 30°C into usable energy, allowing for the generation of hundreds of kilowatts of electricity from unexploited waste energy. Osmo Blue's solutions are applicable across various industries, including data centers, chemical plants, oil refineries, and incinerators, helping businesses reduce energy costs by harnessing waste heat that would otherwise go unused.

Osmo Blue, founded in 2013 and located in Lausanne, Switzerland, specializes in the development of technologies for recycling low-temperature waste heat to generate electricity. The company’s patented technology can convert heat as low as 30°C into usable energy, allowing for the generation of hundreds of kilowatts of electricity from unexploited waste energy. Osmo Blue's solutions are applicable across various industries, including data centers, chemical plants, oil refineries, and incinerators, helping businesses reduce energy costs by harnessing waste heat that would otherwise go unused.

TwingTec AG is a Swiss company founded in 2013 that specializes in the development and manufacturing of a mobile wind energy system known as the TT100. This innovative system is designed to generate clean energy in remote and challenging locations, such as off-grid mines, isolated communities, and resorts. TwingTec's technology features an energy harvesting kite that captures wind power at higher altitudes, allowing for the efficient production of electricity at a lower cost than fossil fuels. The kite operates in conjunction with a ground station that collects energy through tension reels, providing a sustainable alternative to traditional energy sources and significantly reducing diesel consumption and environmental impact.

DEPsys is a Swiss technology company based in Puidoux, located on the shores of Lake Geneva in the Lavaux region, known for its vineyard terraces. The company specializes in developing modular systems for power grids, focusing on integrating renewable energy sources like photovoltaic systems and wind turbines into traditional low-voltage electricity networks. Its network optimization platform is designed to measure, monitor, and control the low-voltage grid, allowing energy providers to adapt to the challenges posed by decentralized production and increased energy loads. By offering innovative solutions, DEPsys aims to support the evolution of energy systems in response to the growing demand for sustainable energy practices.

Osmo Blue, founded in 2013 and located in Lausanne, Switzerland, specializes in the development of technologies for recycling low-temperature waste heat to generate electricity. The company’s patented technology can convert heat as low as 30°C into usable energy, allowing for the generation of hundreds of kilowatts of electricity from unexploited waste energy. Osmo Blue's solutions are applicable across various industries, including data centers, chemical plants, oil refineries, and incinerators, helping businesses reduce energy costs by harnessing waste heat that would otherwise go unused.

TwingTec AG is a Swiss company founded in 2013 that specializes in the development and manufacturing of a mobile wind energy system known as the TT100. This innovative system is designed to generate clean energy in remote and challenging locations, such as off-grid mines, isolated communities, and resorts. TwingTec's technology features an energy harvesting kite that captures wind power at higher altitudes, allowing for the efficient production of electricity at a lower cost than fossil fuels. The kite operates in conjunction with a ground station that collects energy through tension reels, providing a sustainable alternative to traditional energy sources and significantly reducing diesel consumption and environmental impact.

DEPsys is a Swiss technology company based in Puidoux, located on the shores of Lake Geneva in the Lavaux region, known for its vineyard terraces. The company specializes in developing modular systems for power grids, focusing on integrating renewable energy sources like photovoltaic systems and wind turbines into traditional low-voltage electricity networks. Its network optimization platform is designed to measure, monitor, and control the low-voltage grid, allowing energy providers to adapt to the challenges posed by decentralized production and increased energy loads. By offering innovative solutions, DEPsys aims to support the evolution of energy systems in response to the growing demand for sustainable energy practices.

Solar Greenings develops a safe process for planning, financing, installing, and operating solar power plants. It concentrates on homogeneous areas with a high solar potential. Solar Greenings offers an impact investment model including all stakeholders, property owners, solar providers, solar investors, energy suppliers, banks, and government.

Osmo Blue, founded in 2013 and located in Lausanne, Switzerland, specializes in the development of technologies for recycling low-temperature waste heat to generate electricity. The company’s patented technology can convert heat as low as 30°C into usable energy, allowing for the generation of hundreds of kilowatts of electricity from unexploited waste energy. Osmo Blue's solutions are applicable across various industries, including data centers, chemical plants, oil refineries, and incinerators, helping businesses reduce energy costs by harnessing waste heat that would otherwise go unused.

AirWinder, headquartered in Renens, Switzerland, specializes in manufacturing self-inflating bicycle tires. The company's innovative technology enhances the performance of pneumatic tires by utilizing some of the mechanical energy generated during riding to replenish air within the tire. This ensures that customers maintain a consistent and optimal pressure setting without the need for regular maintenance.

Designergy SA, established in 2011 and based in San Vittore, Switzerland, specializes in providing innovative building construction materials that integrate solar energy exploitation and energy-saving functions. The company offers roofing services and has developed a unique system of integrated modules with photovoltaic (PV) capabilities. Designergy operates its own research and development department and production line, focusing on creating products that enhance traditional building envelope functions with renewable energy production and energy efficiency features. Their activities are conducted directly in Switzerland and through international partners, adhering to modern construction standards and technological advancements.

Stignergy SA is a Swiss company based in Yverdon-les-Bains that specializes in developing and manufacturing a Smart Energy Management System (SEMS) aimed at optimizing energy consumption for professionals. Founded in 2012, Stignergy addresses the challenges faced by small and medium enterprises in managing energy costs through its innovative system, which utilizes artificial intelligence and bio-inspired technology. The SEMS comprises various modules, including terminals, submeters, and gateways, enabling the monitoring and control of energy-intensive devices such as heaters, air conditioners, compressors, and motors. By intelligently managing power load demand and scheduling electricity consumption, Stignergy's solution not only reduces electricity bills but also provides clients with automatic preventive maintenance and failure detection, promoting efficiency and sustainability in energy use.

AirWinder, headquartered in Renens, Switzerland, specializes in manufacturing self-inflating bicycle tires. The company's innovative technology enhances the performance of pneumatic tires by utilizing some of the mechanical energy generated during riding to replenish air within the tire. This ensures that customers maintain a consistent and optimal pressure setting without the need for regular maintenance.

ElectricFeel AG, founded in 2012 and based in Zurich, Switzerland, specializes in developing software that facilitates the operation of electric mobility solutions, particularly E-Bikes and related charging infrastructures. The company focuses on creating profitable, sustainable fleets of electric vehicles by leveraging advanced technology and deep industry expertise. ElectricFeel's software systems are designed to manage various aspects of fleet operations, including usage tracking, maintenance, user accounts, payments, and data analytics. This comprehensive approach enables entrepreneurs, utility companies, and mobility providers to successfully establish and scale micromobility businesses while ensuring a seamless experience for users.

Stignergy SA is a Swiss company based in Yverdon-les-Bains that specializes in developing and manufacturing a Smart Energy Management System (SEMS) aimed at optimizing energy consumption for professionals. Founded in 2012, Stignergy addresses the challenges faced by small and medium enterprises in managing energy costs through its innovative system, which utilizes artificial intelligence and bio-inspired technology. The SEMS comprises various modules, including terminals, submeters, and gateways, enabling the monitoring and control of energy-intensive devices such as heaters, air conditioners, compressors, and motors. By intelligently managing power load demand and scheduling electricity consumption, Stignergy's solution not only reduces electricity bills but also provides clients with automatic preventive maintenance and failure detection, promoting efficiency and sustainability in energy use.

BlueWatt Engineering is focused on addressing the critical challenges of water management through innovative engineering solutions. The company specializes in the development of monitoring and predictive control systems for wastewater treatment plants, utilizing advanced mathematical models and cutting-edge technology. By combining these capabilities with insights into energy dynamics, BlueWatt Engineering enhances the efficiency and optimization of water treatment processes. The firm is committed to integrating the latest scientific knowledge and methodologies to improve traditional approaches to wastewater treatment and freshwater production, recognizing the necessity for sustainable water engineering in the face of future societal challenges.

Designergy SA, established in 2011 and based in San Vittore, Switzerland, specializes in providing innovative building construction materials that integrate solar energy exploitation and energy-saving functions. The company offers roofing services and has developed a unique system of integrated modules with photovoltaic (PV) capabilities. Designergy operates its own research and development department and production line, focusing on creating products that enhance traditional building envelope functions with renewable energy production and energy efficiency features. Their activities are conducted directly in Switzerland and through international partners, adhering to modern construction standards and technological advancements.

Bcomp Ltd. is a Fribourg-based manufacturer specializing in natural fiber composites, founded in 2003. The company produces a range of innovative products, including ampliTex, which utilizes natural flax fibers, bCores, a lightweight wood core, and powerRibs, a reinforcement material made from natural fibers. Bcomp's technologies are designed to replace traditional materials such as aluminum, carbon, or glass fiber composites, providing solutions that enhance weight efficiency, rigidity, shock absorption, and damping. The company serves various industries, including sports, automotive, acoustics, aerospace, electronics, design, and leisure. Bcomp has developed a robust portfolio of intellectual property, including patents and specific processing technologies derived from aerospace and marine applications. The company prioritizes collaboration with customers and academic partners to tailor its products to meet specific industry needs while advancing its research and development efforts.

ElectricFeel AG, founded in 2012 and based in Zurich, Switzerland, specializes in developing software that facilitates the operation of electric mobility solutions, particularly E-Bikes and related charging infrastructures. The company focuses on creating profitable, sustainable fleets of electric vehicles by leveraging advanced technology and deep industry expertise. ElectricFeel's software systems are designed to manage various aspects of fleet operations, including usage tracking, maintenance, user accounts, payments, and data analytics. This comprehensive approach enables entrepreneurs, utility companies, and mobility providers to successfully establish and scale micromobility businesses while ensuring a seamless experience for users.

BlueWatt Engineering is focused on addressing the critical challenges of water management through innovative engineering solutions. The company specializes in the development of monitoring and predictive control systems for wastewater treatment plants, utilizing advanced mathematical models and cutting-edge technology. By combining these capabilities with insights into energy dynamics, BlueWatt Engineering enhances the efficiency and optimization of water treatment processes. The firm is committed to integrating the latest scientific knowledge and methodologies to improve traditional approaches to wastewater treatment and freshwater production, recognizing the necessity for sustainable water engineering in the face of future societal challenges.

Designergy SA, established in 2011 and based in San Vittore, Switzerland, specializes in providing innovative building construction materials that integrate solar energy exploitation and energy-saving functions. The company offers roofing services and has developed a unique system of integrated modules with photovoltaic (PV) capabilities. Designergy operates its own research and development department and production line, focusing on creating products that enhance traditional building envelope functions with renewable energy production and energy efficiency features. Their activities are conducted directly in Switzerland and through international partners, adhering to modern construction standards and technological advancements.

Bcomp Ltd. is a Fribourg-based manufacturer specializing in natural fiber composites, founded in 2003. The company produces a range of innovative products, including ampliTex, which utilizes natural flax fibers, bCores, a lightweight wood core, and powerRibs, a reinforcement material made from natural fibers. Bcomp's technologies are designed to replace traditional materials such as aluminum, carbon, or glass fiber composites, providing solutions that enhance weight efficiency, rigidity, shock absorption, and damping. The company serves various industries, including sports, automotive, acoustics, aerospace, electronics, design, and leisure. Bcomp has developed a robust portfolio of intellectual property, including patents and specific processing technologies derived from aerospace and marine applications. The company prioritizes collaboration with customers and academic partners to tailor its products to meet specific industry needs while advancing its research and development efforts.

Bcomp Ltd. is a Fribourg-based manufacturer specializing in natural fiber composites, founded in 2003. The company produces a range of innovative products, including ampliTex, which utilizes natural flax fibers, bCores, a lightweight wood core, and powerRibs, a reinforcement material made from natural fibers. Bcomp's technologies are designed to replace traditional materials such as aluminum, carbon, or glass fiber composites, providing solutions that enhance weight efficiency, rigidity, shock absorption, and damping. The company serves various industries, including sports, automotive, acoustics, aerospace, electronics, design, and leisure. Bcomp has developed a robust portfolio of intellectual property, including patents and specific processing technologies derived from aerospace and marine applications. The company prioritizes collaboration with customers and academic partners to tailor its products to meet specific industry needs while advancing its research and development efforts.

Climeworks AG is a Swiss company founded in 2009 that specializes in developing and commercializing technology for capturing carbon dioxide (CO2) directly from the atmosphere. The company operates modular direct air capture plants that utilize filters and primarily low-grade heat as an energy source to extract CO2. This captured CO2 is then supplied to various industries, including commercial agriculture, food and beverage, energy, and automotive. Clients employ this atmospheric CO2 for applications such as carbonated drinks, carbon-neutral hydrocarbon fuels, and materials. Climeworks also supports businesses in achieving their climate objectives by providing solutions for reversing emissions and safely storing the captured CO2, contributing to global efforts to combat climate change.