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Scope Biosciences develops molecular diagnostics leveraging CRISPR-Cas technology. It originated as a spin-off from Wageningen University & Research. The company aims to provide actionable nucleic acid detection in healthcare and agriculture with high specificity for single-nucleotide differences and sensitivity to trace genetic material, packaged in a format that can be used outside traditional laboratory settings to support on-site decision making by clinicians and agricultural professionals.

E-magy is an advanced materials company based near Amsterdam, The Netherlands, specializing in the supply of nano-porous silicon for high-energy lithium-ion batteries. The company's innovative silicon product offers a 40% increase in energy density and is designed to be compatible with existing Gigafactory production lines, allowing for scalable manufacturing. E-magy employs a team of specialists with over 20 years of experience in silicon crystallization, focusing on enhancing battery performance for automotive and battery manufacturers. By utilizing an efficient silicon crystallization process along with standard post-processing steps, E-magy aims to deliver batteries that support long-range capabilities and fast charging at competitive costs, ultimately contributing to the advancement of clean, electrically-powered mobility.

Pieter Pot operates an online grocery retailer that offers a wide range of daily essentials including groceries, personal care and household products, delivered in reusable glass jars. The program emphasizes plastic-free packaging and a jar take-back system, allowing customers to return jars for reuse on future orders and thereby reduce packaging waste and carbon emissions. Founded in 2018, the company is headquartered in Rotterdam, Netherlands.

E-magy is an advanced materials company based near Amsterdam, The Netherlands, specializing in the supply of nano-porous silicon for high-energy lithium-ion batteries. The company's innovative silicon product offers a 40% increase in energy density and is designed to be compatible with existing Gigafactory production lines, allowing for scalable manufacturing. E-magy employs a team of specialists with over 20 years of experience in silicon crystallization, focusing on enhancing battery performance for automotive and battery manufacturers. By utilizing an efficient silicon crystallization process along with standard post-processing steps, E-magy aims to deliver batteries that support long-range capabilities and fast charging at competitive costs, ultimately contributing to the advancement of clean, electrically-powered mobility.

Pieter Pot operates an online grocery retailer that offers a wide range of daily essentials including groceries, personal care and household products, delivered in reusable glass jars. The program emphasizes plastic-free packaging and a jar take-back system, allowing customers to return jars for reuse on future orders and thereby reduce packaging waste and carbon emissions. Founded in 2018, the company is headquartered in Rotterdam, Netherlands.

Green Basilisk BV, founded in 2014 and based in Delft, the Netherlands, specializes in innovative self-healing concrete solutions designed to enhance the durability of concrete structures. The company has developed a unique healing agent that can transform standard concrete into a self-healing material by incorporating limestone-producing microorganisms. These bacteria autonomously repair cracks by converting nutrients into calcium carbonate when exposed to oxygen and moisture. Green Basilisk offers several products, including a self-healing repair mortar that addresses leaks and cracks, as well as a liquid repair system tailored for small, narrow fissures that require sealing. The company's offerings cater primarily to the construction industry, providing advanced solutions that promote longevity and reduce maintenance needs for concrete infrastructure.

Kriya Materials BV is a developer and manufacturer specializing in metal oxide nanoparticles and their associated dispersions and functional coating products. Founded in 2006 and based in Geleen, the Netherlands, the company provides a range of coatings, including hardcoats, optical hardcoats, anti-fouling hardcoats, and coatings designed to reduce solar heating. These products are utilized across various industries, including the plasma panel and LCD sectors, which encompass applications in smartphones, touch panels, and glass surfaces. Kriya Materials' innovative coatings not only enhance product performance but also contribute to energy efficiency by lowering CO2 emissions, making them valuable in applications such as energy-saving window films.

CEVAP Technology develops innovative water treatment solutions driven by waste heat. Based in Eindhoven, the Netherlands, the company offers a smart evaporator prototype designed to economically handle challenging wastewater streams. Its unique cartridge-based system minimizes operational and upfront costs, targeting low-to-medium volume waste water streams across industries such as Biomass, Chemicals, Food & Beverage, and Pharmaceuticals.

Mastiline B.V. is a Dutch company based in De Meern that specializes in the development of automated systems aimed at the early diagnosis of subclinical mastitis in dairy cows. Its primary product, MastiLine, is an innovative inline system that measures living somatic cells during the milking process to detect the presence of subclinical mastitis. This system includes both an inline sampling and detection mechanism, as well as a cassette containing the necessary reagents for accurate cell count measurements. By enabling early detection of mastitis, Mastiline assists dairy farmers in managing the health of their herds more effectively, ultimately promoting better milk quality and animal welfare.

Vandebron is a Netherlands-based startup founded in 2013 and headquartered in Amsterdam. The company operates an online marketplace that allows consumers to purchase electricity directly from independent producers, such as farmers with wind turbines on their properties. This model enables customers to select their energy source and contract length while fostering a connection to local, green energy production. Vandebron's marketplace features over 120 energy sources and serves more than 120,000 households, allowing consumers to meet their energy needs without the involvement of traditional energy companies. In addition to electricity, Vandebron also offers natural gas, although this does not come from independent producers.

HeatMatrix Group BV is a pioneering company based in Vught, the Netherlands, that specializes in the development and production of innovative plastic heat exchangers. Founded in 2008, the company focuses on waste heat recovery from industrial flue gas, targeting applications in sectors such as steam boilers, waste incinerators, and coal-fired power plants. HeatMatrix's exchangers are notably lighter and smaller than traditional metal alternatives, offering advantages such as high efficiency and corrosion resistance. By enabling effective heat integration, these exchangers help industrial users reduce energy costs and lower CO2 emissions, making waste heat recovery both economically viable and environmentally beneficial.

Vandebron is a Netherlands-based startup founded in 2013 and headquartered in Amsterdam. The company operates an online marketplace that allows consumers to purchase electricity directly from independent producers, such as farmers with wind turbines on their properties. This model enables customers to select their energy source and contract length while fostering a connection to local, green energy production. Vandebron's marketplace features over 120 energy sources and serves more than 120,000 households, allowing consumers to meet their energy needs without the involvement of traditional energy companies. In addition to electricity, Vandebron also offers natural gas, although this does not come from independent producers.

Ampyx Power B.V. is a company based in The Hague, Netherlands, that specializes in the development of airborne wind energy technology. Founded in 2008, the company has created a system that utilizes a sailplane flying in specific patterns in the sky, which is connected to a ground-based generator. This innovative approach enables the conversion of wind energy into electricity, offering the potential for renewable power generation at costs that can compete with fossil fuels. Ampyx Power aims to contribute to a significant shift in the electricity generation sector through its advanced technology solutions.