Nuventura develops unique patented and sustainable gas-insulated switchgear (GIS) which replaces SF6 with dry air, offering a completely sustainable grid technology that contributes to the energy transition.
Circulor offers a managed software solution that tracks the raw materials used within manufacturing and recycling supply chains to demonstrate responsible sourcing and sustainability.
Develops smart, innovative and retrofittable sensors for surface monitoring. This versatile technology can be applied in a variety of areas, such as wind energy, railway, aviation, robotics, sports and more.
Brill Power develops intelligent battery management and control technology to increase the lifetime and reliability of energy storage systems for stationary energy storage and electric vehicles.
HyPoint pioneers hydrogen-powered zero-emission aviation, aeronautics, and urban air mobility. The company is building next-generation hydrogen fuel cell system that can deliver both high specific power > 2 000 W/kg and high energy density > 1 500 Wh/kg.
EH Group is focused on the design and production of its innovative hydrogen fuel cell technology. It offers market-leading power density, higher system efficiencies and a design for the manufacturing process which radically reduces costs.
LiveEO utilizes satellite technology to monitor large infrastructure networks globally and empowers the operators to save operational expenses by observing dangers from external threats.
Nuventura develops unique patented and sustainable gas-insulated switchgear (GIS) which replaces SF6 with dry air, offering a completely sustainable grid technology that contributes to the energy transition.
See the Top 70 Energy Tech Challengers compete live at the 7th Energy Tech Summit.
Witness the pitch battle that defines the next wave of energy innovation.
For startups building software platforms that power, measure and transact the climate economy. This track offers exposure to investors seeking digital-first climate solutions.
Applicable Technologies:
Carbon & ESG accounting platforms
MRV for carbon removal (tech + nature-based)
Digital registries, carbon exchanges
PPA contracting, climate risk modeling
Fintech infrastructure for offsets and sustainability-linked assets
Insurance, regtech, and climate compliance tools
ENTRY CRITERIA
There is no geographical limitation for application, companies from all around the world are encouraged to apply if they meet the below minimum criteria:
- from Pre-Seed to Series B growth stage
- must be a technology company challenging status quo in climate tech
- must have a market ready product (we do not encourage pre-product companies to apply)
- must have revenue or at least minimal traction
- is privately held, often with venture capital investors or bootstrapped
- cannot be a spin-off from large conglomerate
- finalists are required to attend and pitch at Energy Tech Summit and ETC closing event (C level or Founder level)
EVALUATION CRITERIA
All applications will be assessed with respect to the following criteria:
- GO TO MARKET (understanding of target, scalability, etc.)
- PROGRESS/TRACTION (market fit, roadmap, etc.)
- TEAM (experience, competence, balance, etc.)
- FINANCING (potential of securing the next investment, etc.)
Green molecules
If your startup is changing the landscape of sustainable molecules, this is your chance to shine. This track is your arena to showcase your ideas and in the following areas:
Hydrogen
Sustainable aviation fuel and other E-fuels
Green chemicals
Join us in opening the next chapter for green molecules and sustainable energy solutions.
Energy for AI
Centered on clean energy, infrastructure, and digital solutions, this track invites startups driving the sustainable growth of computing and AI to showcase technologies powering a more efficient digital future.
Applicable Technologies:
Clean energy infrastructure for compute
AI/Compute energy optimisation tools
Next-gen low-energy compute hardware
Advanced cooling & thermal systems
Sustainable data center infrastructure
Green compute platforms
Wild Card – Climate X
This track spotlights startups addressing climate challenges beyond the energy sector – offering investors a window into emerging, undercapitalized opportunities.
Focused on AI-driven tools for energy systems optimization, intelligence, and automation, this track gives founders the opportunity to pitch investors transformative AI energy solutions.
Applicable Technologies:
Grid intelligence and forecasting platforms
AI-based load balancing and DSM tools
Predictive maintenance for power infrastructure
AI-enhanced renewable energy forecasting
Computer vision for asset monitoring
Energy consumption anomaly detection
Climate Hardware X
Focused on tangible, physical innovations that drive deep decarbonization and emissions removal, this track offers founders the opportunity to raise investment for hardware-based climate solutions.
Applicable Technologies:
Direct air capture (DAC), CCUS hardware
Sustainable fuels production (SAF, e-fuels, methanol)
This track is ideal for climate innovators developing low-carbon infrastructure that delivers reliable, resilient, and scalable energy systems, with opportunities to connect with investors seeking clean energy solutions.
Applicable Technologies:
Grid stabilization and interconnection innovations
Long-duration and seasonal energy storage
Flexible transmission and HVDC technologies
Smart energy management platforms
Virtual power plants (VPPs), DER orchestration
Deployment tech: drones, digital twins, site planning