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AESC Group is a leading manufacturer of lithium-ion batteries, specializing in automotive applications. Founded as a joint venture between Nissan and NEC Group, AESC has been producing batteries for electric and hybrid vehicles since 2010. Their products are renowned for their performance, quality, and reliability, powering numerous vehicles worldwide. AESC is committed to sustainability, employing carbon-neutral manufacturing processes. The company aims to improve battery quality, reduce costs, and increase energy density, contributing to the global shift towards cleaner transportation and energy storage solutions.

Vulcan Energy Resources, established in 2018 and headquartered in Perth, Australia, is a mineral exploration company primarily focused on lithium extraction. It operates in Europe, with projects in Norway and Germany. Vulcan's unique approach involves using renewable geothermal energy to power its lithium extraction process, aiming to produce lithium hydroxide with a zero carbon footprint. This process also generates a renewable energy by-product, further decarbonizing the supply chain. In addition to lithium, Vulcan also explores for other minerals such as copper, zinc, gold, and silver.

Lightsource BP is a global leader in the development, acquisition, and management of large-scale solar energy projects. Specializing in utility-scale solar project development, the company excels in its in-house planning and operational capabilities, allowing it to act as both the owner and manager of its projects. By collaborating with utilities, businesses, local communities, and governments, Lightsource BP addresses the increasing demand for affordable and sustainable energy. The company is committed to delivering competitively-priced, reliable clean energy solutions and aims to deploy at least 8GW of solar capacity worldwide in the coming years. Its focus on solar and smart energy solutions positions Lightsource BP as a significant contributor to the future of global energy delivery.

SolarSpring GmbH is a company based in Freiburg, Germany, specializing in the development, construction, and operation of solar water treatment and desalination systems. Founded in 2009, it focuses on innovative technologies such as solar thermal desalination and disinfection. The company’s flagship product, Oryx 150, offers a solution for autonomous water supply, effectively treating sea and brackish water as well as contaminated sources. SolarSpring utilizes clean materials and harnesses thermal energy, photovoltaic energy, and waste heat to enhance its water purification processes, which include membrane distillation and UV disinfection. As of March 2020, SolarSpring operates as a subsidiary of Industrial Solar Holding Europe AB.

Meyer Burger Technology is a Swiss technology company based in Thun, Bern, specializing in the production of systems and equipment for the photovoltaic, semiconductor, and optoelectronic industries. The company focuses on manufacturing solar cells, modules, and systems, with its revenue primarily generated from its Modules segment, which offers efficient solar solutions for both private and commercial roof systems, as well as for solar power plants. In addition to photovoltaic applications, Meyer Burger serves high-end markets such as displays, batteries, printed electronics, and automotive industries. The company employs advanced plasma and ion-beam technologies for its manufacturing processes and provides integrated systems, thermal process solutions, and software for production-line control. Meyer Burger also offers comprehensive services, including installation, commissioning, process support, and tailored service agreements, ensuring customer-specific process control across various manufacturing operations. The majority of its revenue is derived from the German market.

Absolicon Solar Concentrator AB produces and installs solar energy systems. It offers solar concentrators and collectors. The company provides X10, which produces electricity and heat for hot tap water, heating, heat-powered air conditioning, and desalination or process heat applications. Its products are used in photovoltaic thermal applications, hotels, hospitals, apartment buildings, sport centers, industries, airports, restaurants, and supermarkets in southern Europe. Absolicon Solar Concentrator AB was founded in 2007 and is based in Härnösand, Sweden.

Fusion Fuel Green PLC is a company based in Dublin, Ireland, specializing in the production of green hydrogen. Established in 2018, it operates primarily in Portugal, Southern Europe, and Morocco, offering innovative solutions through its direct coupled photoelectrochemical hydrogen generators that utilize solar concentrated photovoltaic technology to efficiently split water into hydrogen and oxygen. In addition to its hydrogen generation technology, Fusion Fuel provides remote tracking and monitoring services for green hydrogen plants and is involved in the development and operation of such facilities. Its services cater to a variety of sectors, including natural gas networks, ammonia production, oil refining, regulatory bodies, and other related entities, aligning with the global shift towards sustainable and clean energy solutions.

Sono Motors GmbH, founded in 2016 and headquartered in Munich, Germany, specializes in solar-powered electric mobility. The company is focused on designing and developing its first solar electric vehicle, the Sion, which is anticipated to launch in Europe in 2024. Utilizing proprietary solar technology, Sono Motors integrates solar panels into vehicle bodywork, allowing energy captured from sunlight to charge the vehicle's battery. In addition to the Sion, the company is actively working on applying its solar technology across various vehicle types, including buses, trucks, camper vans, and trains, aiming to enhance range, reduce fuel costs, and minimize CO2 emissions. Through these efforts, Sono Motors is contributing to the advancement of climate-friendly mobility solutions.

Ørsted is a Danish company specializing in the development and maintenance of offshore and onshore renewable energy farms, energy storage facilities, and bioenergy plants. Formerly known as DONG Energy, Ørsted has undergone a significant transformation over the past decade, committing to a vision of a world powered entirely by green energy. The company has dramatically reduced its coal consumption by 73% and aims to completely phase out coal by 2023. As a global leader in offshore wind, Ørsted holds a 25% market share, providing energy to approximately 9.5 million people. By the end of 2023, Ørsted operated 8.9 gigawatts of offshore wind capacity, with the United Kingdom being its largest market, followed by Germany and Denmark. The company is also expanding its presence outside Europe with projects in Taiwan and the United States, where it operates 4.8 gigawatts of onshore wind and solar assets. In addition to its renewable initiatives, Ørsted still engages in traditional utilities, including conventional power plants.

AEInnova, founded in 2014 at the Autonomous University of Barcelona, specializes in innovative Internet of Things (IoT) solutions for predictive maintenance. The company was established by a team of PhDs and engineers with expertise in microelectronics and various engineering disciplines. AEInnova's flagship product, InduEye, is a fully battery-less and autonomous device that monitors vibrations, steam traps, and thermal conditions, harnessing energy from waste heat, with future versions incorporating solar and wind power. The technology stands out due to its patented innovation, which enhances performance and enables real-time edge computing while utilizing advanced wireless communication standards. AEInnova's devices are employed in diverse sectors, including oil and gas, aluminum, steel, paper, and water treatment, and feature a sophisticated IoT cloud-based dashboard for data analytics and predictive maintenance. The company has received 31 international awards for its contributions to sustainability and innovation and has secured significant investment, including funding from the European Commission. AEInnova is actively engaged in multiple EU R&D projects focused on energy harvesting and IoT technologies.

Epishine AB, founded in 2016 and based in Linköping, Sweden, specializes in the development and manufacture of solar cells designed to harness indoor light for powering low-energy devices. The company's products include a portable energy device with an exchangeable solar sheet and a charging unit equipped with USB ports, capable of powering lights and charging mobile phones. Epishine's technology utilizes organic materials and is optimized for functionality in low-light environments, providing an eco-friendly alternative to disposable batteries.

AEInnova, founded in 2014 at the Autonomous University of Barcelona, specializes in innovative Internet of Things (IoT) solutions for predictive maintenance. The company was established by a team of PhDs and engineers with expertise in microelectronics and various engineering disciplines. AEInnova's flagship product, InduEye, is a fully battery-less and autonomous device that monitors vibrations, steam traps, and thermal conditions, harnessing energy from waste heat, with future versions incorporating solar and wind power. The technology stands out due to its patented innovation, which enhances performance and enables real-time edge computing while utilizing advanced wireless communication standards. AEInnova's devices are employed in diverse sectors, including oil and gas, aluminum, steel, paper, and water treatment, and feature a sophisticated IoT cloud-based dashboard for data analytics and predictive maintenance. The company has received 31 international awards for its contributions to sustainability and innovation and has secured significant investment, including funding from the European Commission. AEInnova is actively engaged in multiple EU R&D projects focused on energy harvesting and IoT technologies.

Lightricity’s mission is to enable a scalable and sustainable IoT by providing the world’s highest efficiency light energy harvesting technology and battery free IoT devices. Lightricity has unique indoor PV technology that is up to 6 x more efficient than the nearest commercially available competition under low light levels. This is available as PV component technology that enables powering of devices not previously possible or the reduction of the area of PV used on very small wireless devices. It is also available in our own battery free PV powered IoT tracker and sensor devices. Our technology enables IoT to really scale efficiently.

AEInnova, founded in 2014 at the Autonomous University of Barcelona, specializes in innovative Internet of Things (IoT) solutions for predictive maintenance. The company was established by a team of PhDs and engineers with expertise in microelectronics and various engineering disciplines. AEInnova's flagship product, InduEye, is a fully battery-less and autonomous device that monitors vibrations, steam traps, and thermal conditions, harnessing energy from waste heat, with future versions incorporating solar and wind power. The technology stands out due to its patented innovation, which enhances performance and enables real-time edge computing while utilizing advanced wireless communication standards. AEInnova's devices are employed in diverse sectors, including oil and gas, aluminum, steel, paper, and water treatment, and feature a sophisticated IoT cloud-based dashboard for data analytics and predictive maintenance. The company has received 31 international awards for its contributions to sustainability and innovation and has secured significant investment, including funding from the European Commission. AEInnova is actively engaged in multiple EU R&D projects focused on energy harvesting and IoT technologies.