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Tundr is a company focused on sustainable mobility solutions that integrate technology with environmentally friendly transportation options. Its flagship product, TundrMove, is the first sustainable mobility voucher, designed to enhance workplace quality of life while promoting green transportation. The company's ecosystem includes a SmartCard that allows users to load mobility vouchers, along with a digital application that helps users explore eco-friendly transport modes and estimate their CO2 emissions. Tundr's platform enables employees to access various transportation options, including public transit, micro-mobility services, carpooling, and car sharing, fostering a more sustainable approach to commuting.

3dnextech specializes in advanced 3D printing technology aimed at enhancing plastic part manufacturing and optimizing supply chain processes. The company’s innovative approach transforms plastic materials into a pliable form that can be stored for later use, allowing for the production of objects at room temperature. This method reduces energy consumption and promotes the recycling and reuse of waste materials throughout the supply chain. By combining on-site production capabilities with efficient additive manufacturing, 3dnextech's technology not only improves the quality of the produced parts, making them smoother, harder, washable, and paintable, but also significantly lowers the environmental impact associated with logistics and material transportation. This transformative approach positions 3dnextech to lead improvements in both manufacturing efficiency and sustainability in the industry.

Daze is an Italian hi-tech startup developing smart chargers for electric vehicles (EVs). Founded in 2016, Daze spent 3 years mainly focusing on pure R&D activities to create the first both autonomous and conductive charger for EVs: DazePlug. During 2020 Daze has also developed, started to produce and sell two “classic” EV charging products: DazeBox (for home charging) and DazeMax (for shared charging). In 2021 product sales exceeded 3,800 units and revenues approached 1.9 million Euro, with CAGR of 330% between 2019 and 2021. From June 2021 the company is also benefitting from a grant of 2.5 million Euro from the European Innovation Council (EIC) Fund, which is and will be used to push forward DazePlug development. In 2022 revenues grow over 5 million Euro with positive EBITDA, Daze Iberica started the operations. 2023 is the year of expansion, Daze France is starting the operations and new business models and new products are added to the business

Tau Group is a technology company dedicated to advancing energy transition, decarbonization, and the electrification of transport. It develops patented technologies that balance sustainable, resource-efficient manufacturing with the performance requirements of electrification. This enables the creation of smaller, greener, and more powerful motors, transformers, and generators. Tau Group specializes in carbon-conscious protective coatings for both high-performance and standard copper, aluminum, and steel wires. With a team of over 50 professionals, the company is headquartered in Berlin, Germany, while its research and development hub is primarily located in Turin, Italy. Through its innovations, Tau Group aims to foster a more efficient world where processes operate at their full potential without unnecessary waste.

Elaisian is a precision farming service dedicated to the preservation of olive trees. The company utilizes a sophisticated system of algorithms informed by a comprehensive database of agronomic studies to monitor the condition of olive farms. By providing critical data, Elaisian enables olive oil producers to effectively combat diseases and optimize cultivation practices, including irrigation and fertilization. This approach aims to enhance the longevity of olive trees and improve the overall efficiency of agricultural operations for producers.

ISAAC is a technology company focused on enhancing the structural resilience of buildings and infrastructure through advanced active mass damper systems. The company specializes in seismic and wind protection, offering smart, plug-and-play solutions that can be retrofitted to existing structures without compromising their original aesthetics. ISAAC's innovative technology improves stability under dynamic loads, safeguarding buildings during natural events while enhancing the safety and comfort of occupants. This non-invasive approach not only protects the integrity of structures but also promotes sustainable development by minimizing the need for extensive reconstruction, aligning with greener construction practices in urban environments.

HT Materials Science Ltd. specializes in the development and commercialization of advanced heat transfer fluid technology, specifically through its Maxwell 2020 product. Founded in 2018 and based in Dublin, Ireland, the company focuses on providing solutions for both commercial and industrial markets. Its sub-micron heat transfer fluid enhances energy efficiency in various applications, including chillers, heat pumps, and water-based HVAC systems, as well as in sectors like chemical processing, food production, and power generation. The technology operates as a drop-in additive, improving heat transfer and enabling existing systems to consume less energy without sacrificing performance or comfort. By offering significant energy savings, HT Materials Science supports clients in reducing their operational costs and carbon emissions.

Ittinsect is the biotech startup that developed the sustainable alternative to aquaculture feed. Ittinsect produces high performance feeds through the microbiological treatment of novel raw ingredients including insects, microalgae and agricultural by-products, in line with the circular economy principles. With Ittinsect, there is no longer need to catch fish from the marine environment as nutrition for farmed fish. The company’s mission is making aquaculture ocean-impact neutral.

Up2You is a sustainability platform based in Milan, Italy, that assists companies in reducing and compensating for their carbon emissions. Founded in 2020, the company provides tools for organizations to calculate, monitor, and mitigate their environmental impact. Its services include achieving carbon neutrality through tailored packages, offsetting emissions from various activities, and promoting sustainable tourism initiatives. Additionally, Up2You engages employees in green actions, helping businesses integrate sustainable practices into their operations. The company's mission is to incentivize and support corporate models that foster a meaningful positive impact on the environment, facilitating a connection between ecological goals and everyday business activities.

SUNSPEKER creates a fully recyclable graphic cover able to camouflage any solar panel (rigid or flexible), making it aesthetically compatible with the environment or capable of conveying an advertising message, while maintaining a very high efficiency of solar panel energy production (over 80%).

Sinergy Flow develops redox flow batteries based on earth's abundant and low-cost material, compliant with the circular economy principles. They respond to customer inquiries by email.

Zerynth is a company that focuses on enhancing industrial production through its innovative platform, which integrates IoT and AI technologies. Founded in 2015 in Pisa, Zerynth aims to support businesses in their digital transformation by connecting various machinery to a sophisticated Industrial AI system. The platform offers real-time monitoring of machinery performance, advanced analysis of key performance indicators, and predictive maintenance capabilities. With the introduction of Zero, its Industrial AI Copilot, Zerynth promotes efficiency and sustainability in production processes. Additionally, the platform features a No-Code Configurator for rapid configurations, ensuring seamless integration with existing ERP, MES, and BI systems while maintaining data security. Zerynth currently serves over 150 clients across diverse industrial sectors, providing tools for managing IoT devices and facilitating the digitization of industrial processes.

BEAWaRe is a pioneering environmental services platform that focuses on digital waste tracking to assist industries in minimizing waste and transitioning into the Circular Economy. The company's software facilitates the traceability of industrial waste, transforming it into a valuable resource. It also includes features for tariff calculation, offering discounts to citizens who produce less waste. By enhancing waste collection efficiency, BEAWaRe provides municipalities, companies, and citizens with critical data for optimizing waste management services. This strategic data analysis not only promotes sustainability but also aims to significantly reduce waste collection costs.

Macingo is an Italian platform specializing in the transport of bulky goods, offering a marketplace that simplifies the logistics of moving various items, such as vehicles, furniture, and industrial products. By connecting users with reliable transport companies, Macingo provides an efficient and cost-effective way to organize transportation. The platform allows users to compare quotes and select the most suitable options, ensuring a convenient and secure experience. Additionally, Macingo promotes the groupage of goods, which helps to minimize fuel consumption and reduce carbon emissions, benefiting both users and the environment.

Reefilla provides a mobile and predictive charging delivery service for electric vehicles. Reefilla enables people to charge their electric vehicles wherever and whenever they want, without disrupting their daily routine. Reefilla uses 100% green energy, fully electric vans for delivery, and gets its energy from used (second-life) batteries, contributing to net-zero emission by using a circular approach.

3dnextech specializes in advanced 3D printing technology aimed at enhancing plastic part manufacturing and optimizing supply chain processes. The company’s innovative approach transforms plastic materials into a pliable form that can be stored for later use, allowing for the production of objects at room temperature. This method reduces energy consumption and promotes the recycling and reuse of waste materials throughout the supply chain. By combining on-site production capabilities with efficient additive manufacturing, 3dnextech's technology not only improves the quality of the produced parts, making them smoother, harder, washable, and paintable, but also significantly lowers the environmental impact associated with logistics and material transportation. This transformative approach positions 3dnextech to lead improvements in both manufacturing efficiency and sustainability in the industry.

Ittinsect is the biotech startup that developed the sustainable alternative to aquaculture feed. Ittinsect produces high performance feeds through the microbiological treatment of novel raw ingredients including insects, microalgae and agricultural by-products, in line with the circular economy principles. With Ittinsect, there is no longer need to catch fish from the marine environment as nutrition for farmed fish. The company’s mission is making aquaculture ocean-impact neutral.

GreenBone develops a wood-derived bone implants technology to generate biomimetic – reabsorbable– load bearing implant suitable to address non-union fractures. The idea was conceived and developed by a research group of ISTEC-CNR of Faenza comprised of Andrea Ruffini, Simone Sprio and Anna Tampieri.