3.4 Global Call for Start-ups

EIT InnoEnergy launched its second global call for start-ups, open this year to any innovative business in the field of sustainable energy. Demand for sustainable energy solutions is rapidly increasing. As a trusted partner and smart investor, EIT InnoEnergy plays a pivotal role in accelerating sustainable energy innovations. That's why we want to find, reward and develop the best and most innovative ideas around sustainable energy from across the globe.

In 2019 following an overwhelming response of more than 220 applicants, 15 finalists were announced and gathered for a one-day pitching event in Amsterdam. In the end, two grand winners received €100,000 cash prizes for innovative solutions in the global call for electrical storage start-ups. Finalists and winners alike received aplace in our Highway® or Boostway® programmes to gain business support and enter our trusted ecosystem. There was total of 1,098 applications from 83 countries! 500 applicants from 65 countries were went to the finals. Unfortunately, the pitching finals has been temporarily postponed due to the pandemic of Covid-19, therefore the results are soon to be revealed.

Elena Bou, Innovation Director, EIT InnoEnergy

We are reaching a tipping point –we need to tackle climate change together, and through our trusted ecosystem of more than 500 partners, we can do just that. We are ready to partner with innovators to lead the charge to change our energy landscape for the better.