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1.5° Ventures

Venture Builder

Organisation

Profile

1.5° Ventures is a venture builder that works with mission-driven founders and founding teams to compliment and accelerate their development and the deployment of their technology to effectively combate climate change.

Contact

1.5° Ventures GmbH

Schönhauser Allee 175

10119 Berlin, Germany

Contact person

Dr. Julian Weisbrod

Entrepreneur and Business Angel

Details

Topics

Technology

Sustainability

Date of the Event

Launch Date

2021

Employees

1–10

Organizational structure

About

Fund Size

Ticket Size

Financial Volume

Target Group

Climate tech Startups

What do they offer?

1.5° Ventures brings everything needed to successfully launch and scale effective climate tech start-ups

What is their impact?

The firm is dedicated to backing startups that are developing technologies and business models capable of achieving significant reductions in greenhouse gas emissions, with the overarching goal of contributing to the global effort to limit warming to 1.5°C.

Track Record

Portfolio companies: e.g. Spark e-Fuels, ecolocked, Wedosolar

How to get involved?

1.5° Ventures

Venture Builder

1.5° Ventures is a venture builder that works with mission-driven founders and founding teams to compliment and accelerate their development and the deployment of their technology to effectively combate climate change.

Technology

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2bX Ventures

VC / Investors / Angels

Organisation

Profile

2bX Ventures is a venture capital firm that focuses on investing in early-stage UrbanTech startups, with a mission to transform urban living through innovation and sustainable technologies.

Contact

2bX Advisory GmbH

Linienstraße 214

10119 Berlin, Germany

Contact person

Mark Harré

Co-Founder & General Partner

Details

Topics

Urban Development

Sustainability

Date of the Event

Launch Date

2022

Employees

1–10

Organizational structure

About

Fund Size

Ticket Size

Up to € 2 million

Financial Volume

Target Group

Early-stage UrbanTech startups in Europe with innovative solutions for urban living and sustainability.

What do they offer?

2bX Ventures offers funding, strategic advice, and a strong network to UrbanTech startups focused on transforming cities through sustainable technologies and innovative solutions.

What is their impact?

The firm aims to contribute to the development of smart, sustainable cities by investing in startups that address the most pressing urban challenges, such as climate change, mobility, and resource management.

Track Record

2bX has invested in several promising startups, including JUCR, Infrared City, and Predium, contributing to their growth and success in the UrbanTech space.

How to get involved?

2bX Ventures

VC / Investors / Angels

2bX Ventures is a venture capital firm that focuses on investing in early-stage UrbanTech startups, with a mission to transform urban living through innovation and sustainable technologies.

Urban Development

Sustainability

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50Hertz

Utilities

Organisation

Profile

50Hertz operates the electricity transmission system in the north and east of Germany, managing a high voltage grid to ensure energy supply and support the energy transition.

Contact

50Hertz Transmission GmbH

Heidestraße 2

10557 Berlin, Germany

Contact person

Stefan Kapferer

CEO

Details

Topics

Infrastructure

Energy

Sustainability

Date of the Event

Launch Date

2002

Employees

1,000+

Organizational structure

Owned by Eurogrid GmbH, a subsidiary of Elia Group (80%) and KfW Bankengruppe (20%)

About

Fund Size

Ticket Size

Financial Volume

Target Group

What do they offer?

What is their impact?

50Hertz plays a crucial role in Germany's energy transition by managing a grid that transmits a growing share of renewable energy.

Track Record

50Hertz operates over 10,600 kilometers of transmission lines and serves over 18 million people. They are involved in significant projects like Ostwind 1, 2, and 3, and the Hansa PowerBridge, showcasing their extensive work in grid expansion and renewable energy integration​

How to get involved?

50Hertz

Utilities

50Hertz operates the electricity transmission system in the north and east of Germany, managing a high voltage grid to ensure energy supply and support the energy transition.

Infrastructure

Energy

Sustainability

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AENU

VC / Investors / Angels

Organisation

Profile

AENU is an Article 9 climate tech VC fund focused on early-stage companies in northern Europe specializing in the energy transition and carbon economy.

Contact

AENU Advisor GmbH

Muenzstraße 18

10178 Berlin, Germany

Contact person

Fabian Heilemann

Founder & CEO

Details

Topics

Energy

Sustainability

Date of the Event

Launch Date

2022

Employees

10–50

Organizational structure

Investors: Institutional Limited Partners such as EIF, KfW Capital, Bertelsmann, Rentenbank, alongside well-known serial entrepreneurs Lawrence Leuschner (TIER), Anna Alex (Planetly), Michael Wax (Forto), Niklas Zennström (Skype) and family offices like E.R. Capital Holding.

About

Fund Size

€ 170 million

Ticket Size

Initial investments of € 1 million to 4 million

Financial Volume

Target Group

The fund focuses on Seed and Series A investments in climate technologies in Northern Europe.

What do they offer?

AENU brings significant value to its portfolio founders through personalized guidance from experienced entrepreneurs with a proven track record in building unicorns and successful exits. Their unique Impact-as-a-Service offering covers key areas like impact measurement, reporting, Life-Cycle Assessments (LCAs), CSRD-readiness, and Theory of Change (ToC) development.

What is their impact?

AENU drives systemic transformation in venture capital towards impact, accessibility and stakeholder-alignment. They are an impact technology fund aligned with Article 9 SFDR (Sustainable Finance Disclosure Regulation).

Track Record

Portfolio: early success stories including Alcemy (low-carbon cement), Monta (e-charging software), Ocell (sustainable forestry), Trawa (energy management) and HomeTree (home decarbonization).

How to get involved?

AENU

VC / Investors / Angels

AENU is an Article 9 climate tech VC fund focused on early-stage companies in northern Europe specializing in the energy transition and carbon economy.

Energy

Sustainability

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Adelphi

Consulting

Research / Science

Organisation

Profile

adelphi is an independent think tank and consultancy for climate, environment, and development.

Contact

adelphi consult GmbH

Alt-Moabit 91

10559 Berlin, Germany

Contact person

Mikael P. Henzler

CEO

Details

Topics

Sustainability

Date of the Event

Launch Date

2001

Employees

200–500

Organizational structure

About

Fund Size

Ticket Size

Financial Volume

Target Group

Governments, international organizations, NGOs, and the private sector.

What do they offer?

adelphi offers policy analysis, strategy consulting, and project management in the fields of climate, environment, and development.

What is their impact?

adelphi enhances global sustainability and resilience by providing expert knowledge and innovative solutions.

Track Record

Worked with organizations such as the European Union, WWF, and World Bank.

How to get involved?

Adelphi

Consulting

Research / Science

adelphi is an independent think tank and consultancy for climate, environment, and development.

Sustainability

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Apricum

Consulting

Organisation

Profile

Established in 2008, Apricum is a globally active transaction advisory and strategy consulting firm dedicated to the cleantech industry. With a team of experts bringing decades of technical experience along with top-tier management, consulting, and finance skills, Apricum empowers clients to drive and accelerate the energy transition

Contact

Apricum GmbH

Spittelmarkt 12

10117 Berlin, Germany

Contact person

Nikolai Dobrott

Managing Partner

Details

Topics

Technology

Sustainability

Energy

Mobility & Transport

Date of the Event

Launch Date

2008

Employees

51–100

Organizational structure

About

Fund Size

Ticket Size

Financial Volume

Target Group

Cleantech investors – private equity and venture capitalist firms Oil, gas and energy companies Utilities and Independent Power Producers Cleantech startups Industrial conglomerates from across the cleantech space

What do they offer?

Apricum offers strategic consulting, transaction advisory services, and specialized technical expertise within the cleantech sector. Their expertise covers the entire value chain, providing a thorough understanding of market dynamics, key drivers, and economic factors, paired with in-depth, engineering-level technical insights.

What is their impact?

Apricum drives the global energy transition by blending the cleantech industry’s best knowledge and expertise with strategic and transaction advice to empower clients with the tools they need to become successful energy transition accelerators.

Track Record

Notable clients include: 1Komma5, Aramco, Asahi Kasei, BMW, Blackstone, BP, Eos, Equinor, Exon Mobile, Haniel, Homsphere, Insolight, LG, Meyer Burger, Neom, Next Energy Capital, Rolls Royce, Scatec, Sonnen, UBS, Umicore, Uniper, Upside, Vattenfall, Voltalia

How to get involved?

Apricum

Consulting

Established in 2008, Apricum is a globally active transaction advisory and strategy consulting firm dedicated to the cleantech industry. With a team of experts bringing decades of technical experience along with top-tier management, consulting, and finance skills, Apricum empowers clients to drive and accelerate the energy transition

Technology

Sustainability

Energy

Mobility & Transport

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Arepo

Consulting

Organisation

Profile

Arepo is a research and consulting company active in the fields of sustainable energy, renewables and climate change.

Contact

Arepo GmbH

Albrechtstraße 22

10117 Berlin, Germany

Contact person

Dr. Christine Wörlen

Managing Director & Founder

Details

Topics

Sustainability

Date of the Event

Launch Date

2009

Employees

10–50

Organizational structure

About

Fund Size

Ticket Size

Financial Volume

Target Group

Governments, corporations, NGOs, and institutions.

What do they offer?

Arepo provides expertise in energy transition, climate policy, and sustainability strategies.

What is their impact?

Arepo facilitates the shift towards sustainable energy systems and climate resilience through strategic consulting.

Track Record

Notable clients include: GIZ GmbH, Z-U-G gGmbH, BMWi

How to get involved?

Arepo

Consulting

Arepo is a research and consulting company active in the fields of sustainable energy, renewables and climate change.

Sustainability

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Arnecke Sibeth Dabelstein

Legal Advise

Organisation

Profile

Arnecke Sibeth Dabelstein is a full-service business law firm with over 100 lawyers, notaries, and tax advisors, providing legal services across multiple sectors.

Contact

ARNECKE SIBETH DABELSTEIN Rechtsanwälte Steuerberater Partnerschaftsgesellschaft mbB

Kurfürstendamm 54/55

10707 Berlin, Germany

Contact person

Dr. Robert Šafran

Managing Partner

Details

Topics

Industry Agnostic

Date of the Event

Launch Date

over 90 years of history

Employees

50–100

Organizational structure

Supported by a network of offices in Frankfurt, Munich, Hamburg, Berlin, Leer, and Dresden.

About

Fund Size

Ticket Size

Financial Volume

Target Group

Businesses, startups, public authorities, and private clients

What do they offer?

Arnecke Sibeth Dabelstein offers comprehensive legal services including corporate law, M&A, real estate, maritime law, tax law, and dispute resolution.

What is their impact?

The firm supports clients in navigating complex legal landscapes, ensuring compliance and facilitating business growth.

Track Record

Recognized as one of the top 100 legal firms in Germany, with a strong presence in key business locations.

How to get involved?

Arnecke Sibeth Dabelstein

Legal Advise

Arnecke Sibeth Dabelstein is a full-service business law firm with over 100 lawyers, notaries, and tax advisors, providing legal services across multiple sectors.

Industry Agnostic

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Avant now

Accelerator / Incubator

Organisation

Profile

Avant Now is an accelerator that focuses on advancing startups with cutting-edge technologies and innovative business models. The program is designed to help founders accelerate their growth, refine their strategies, and connect with key industry players.

Contact

avant now GmbH

Rheinsberger Straße 76/77

10115 Berlin, Germany

Contact person

Viktoria Trosien

CEO, Founder & Startup Coach

Details

Topics

Sustainability

Technology

Innovation & Entrepreneurship

Date of the Event

Launch Date

2023

Employees

1–10

Organizational structure

The program is financed by the City of Berlin and the European Social Fund.

About

Fund Size

Ticket Size

Financial Volume

Startups receive a mix of support including equity-free funding up to 105.000 € per team

Target Group

Early-stage startups with a prototype or MVP ready to scale, particularly those focused on sustainable ecological or social impact. Conditions: You are based in Berlin or ready to move here. You are either about to be ready to incorporate, eg. proven by a tested MVP or if your startup already exists it did not yet generate revenues and is not yet economically active. You did not yet receive other startup funding/grant. (This means, they can not support you, if you received eg. Berlin Startup Grant or Exist before.) Prioritization of teams with at least two co-founders, strong solo founders also accepted.

What do they offer?

Avant Now offers startups a comprehensive acceleration program, including mentorship, access to capital, and connections to a network of industry leaders. The program is designed to support early-stage companies in scaling their innovations and reaching new markets. Part of the program is coaching, mentorship, peer-learning, office space, networking events, and a workspace at betahaus in the center of Berlin

What is their impact?

The accelerator aims to drive innovation by empowering startups to bring their cutting-edge technologies to market, contributing to the growth of the startup ecosystem.

Track Record

Has supported over 15 startups

How to get involved?

The application process involves completing an online application form where you are asked about your idea, impact, business model and team. Selected applicants will be invited for a first interview round. From these, selected applicants are invited to the next interview round. In each interview you are asked to present your idea with a pitch deck in max. 3 to 5 min, followed by questions. Next cohort: 1.9.2024. Application deadlines end 1.5 months before a cohort start. Accelerator program runs for 6 months and is expendable to up to 12 months.

Avant now

Accelerator / Incubator

Avant Now is an accelerator that focuses on advancing startups with cutting-edge technologies and innovative business models. The program is designed to help founders accelerate their growth, refine their strategies, and connect with key industry players.

Sustainability

Technology

Innovation & Entrepreneurship

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BHT Startup Hub

Accelerator / Incubator

Organisation

Profile

The BHT Startup Hub supports students, alumni, and staff of the Berliner Hochschule für Technik (BHT) in founding and developing their own startups. The hub offers resources, mentoring, and networking opportunities to help turn innovative ideas into successful businesses.

Contact

Berliner Hochschule für Technik (BHT)

Luxemburger Straße 10

13353 Berlin, Germany

Contact person

Details

Topics

Innovation & Entrepreneurship

Technology

Date of the Event

Launch Date

Employees

Organizational structure

BHT Startup Hub is part of the Berliner Hochschule für Technik. It is funded by the European Social Fund and the State of Berlin.

About

Fund Size

Ticket Size

Financial Volume

Target Group

Students, alumni, and staff of the Berliner Hochschule für Technik (BHT) with innovative ideas looking to start or develop their own businesses.

What do they offer?

The BHT Startup Hub provides resources, mentoring, individual coaching, team matching and networking opportunities for students, alumni, and staff of BHT who are interested in starting their own businesses. The hub offers workshops, access to industry experts, and support in securing funding.

What is their impact?

The hub aims to foster entrepreneurship within the BHT community by helping innovators turn their ideas into successful startups, contributing to the growth of Berlin’s startup ecosystem.

Track Record

Has supported over 300 entrepreneurs

How to get involved?

Interested participants can reach out to the BHT Startup Hub via email to learn more about the programs offered. Additionally, the hub offers an open consultation hour every Wednesday from 10-12 AM at the BHT campus. You can simply drop by Room K28 (basement level) in the Building Engineering House. This open consultation is available to all who are interested in starting their own business.

BHT Startup Hub

Accelerator / Incubator

The BHT Startup Hub supports students, alumni, and staff of the Berliner Hochschule für Technik (BHT) in founding and developing their own startups. The hub offers resources, mentoring, and networking opportunities to help turn innovative ideas into successful businesses.

Innovation & Entrepreneurship

Technology

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Berlin Energy Transition Dialogue (BETD)

Events

Organisation

Profile

The Berlin Energy Transition Dialogue (BETD) is an international conference that brings together policymakers, industry representatives, and experts to discuss and promote the global energy transition.

Contact

Hosted by the Federal Government

Federal Foreign Office

Werderscher Markt 1

10117 Berlin, Germany

Contact person

Details

Topics

Sustainability

Date of the Event

March 18–19, 2025

Launch Date

2015

Employees

Organizational structure

Hosted by the Federal Government, supported by the German Renewable Energy Federation (BEE), German Solar Association (BSW-Solar), Deutsche Energie-Agentur (dena), and eclareon

About

Fund Size

Ticket Size

Financial Volume

Target Group

Policymakers, industry leaders, experts, and representatives from civil society

What do they offer?

BETD offers a platform for high-level dialogue and exchange on the global energy transition, featuring keynote speeches, panel discussions, and networking opportunities.

What is their impact?

BETD aims to accelerate the global energy transition by facilitating international cooperation and knowledge sharing among key stakeholders.

Track Record

BETD has hosted over 2,000 participants from more than 90 countries, including ministers and high-level representatives from industry and academia.

How to get involved?

Berlin Energy Transition Dialogue (BETD)

Events

The Berlin Energy Transition Dialogue (BETD) is an international conference that brings together policymakers, industry representatives, and experts to discuss and promote the global energy transition.

Sustainability

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Berlin Partner for Business and Technology

Business Promotion

Organisation

Profile

Berlin Partner for Business and Technology is the economic development corporation of Berlin. It supports companies and investors in establishing and expanding in Berlin, fostering economic growth through innovation and technology transfer.

Contact

Berlin Partner für Wirtschaft und Technologie GmbH

Fasanenstraße 85

10623 Berlin, Germany

Contact person

Dr. Stefan Franzke

CEO

Details

Topics

Industry Agnostic

Date of the Event

Launch Date

1994

Employees

200–500

Organizational structure

Berlin Partner is supported by the State of Berlin and a network of over 240 companies.

About

Fund Size

Ticket Size

Financial Volume

Target Group

Companies, investors, startups, and scientific institutions looking to establish or expand in Berlin.

What do they offer?

Berlin Partner provides tailored support packages for business relocation, expansion, and innovation projects, including financing, recruitment, and networking services.

What is their impact?

Berlin Partner facilitates the economic development of Berlin by attracting investments, creating jobs, and fostering innovation through strategic partnerships and support services.

Track Record

Berlin Partner has supported numerous projects resulting in significant job creation and investment, including collaborations with Volkswagen and other major corporations.

How to get involved?

Companies can engage with Berlin Partner through their Business Location Center and various cluster initiatives for tailored support and consulting services.

Berlin Partner for Business and Technology

Business Promotion

Berlin Partner for Business and Technology is the economic development corporation of Berlin. It supports companies and investors in establishing and expanding in Berlin, fostering economic growth through innovation and technology transfer.

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Berlin Startup Unit

Business Promotion

Ecosystem Builder

Organisation

Profile

The Berlin Startup Unit is the official association of the state of Berlin for improving the political framework conditions for startups in the capital.

Contact

Berlin Partner für Wirtschaft und Technologie GmbH

Fasanenstraße 85

10623 Berlin, Germany

Contact person

Marcia Schranner

Coordinator Startups

Details

Topics

Industry Agnostic

Date of the Event

Launch Date

2015

Employees

Organizational structure

Berlin Startup Unit is set up by Berlin Partner for Business and Technology

About

Fund Size

Ticket Size

Financial Volume

Target Group

startups

What do they offer?

The Berlin Startup Unit aims to institutionalize the exchange between the startup scene and Berlin administration, identify and formulate startup-relevant action needs for Berlin politics, and explore needs and initiate initiatives for the startup scene.

What is their impact?

Track Record

How to get involved?

Berlin Startup Unit

Business Promotion

Ecosystem Builder

The Berlin Startup Unit is the official association of the state of Berlin for improving the political framework conditions for startups in the capital.

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Berliner Agentur für Elektromobilität (eMO)

Initiatives

Organisation

Profile

The Berliner Agentur für Elektromobilität (eMO) is a state agency supporting the development and dissemination of innovative, environmentally friendly mobility solutions in the Berlin capital region.

Contact

Berlin Partner für Wirtschaft und Technologie GmbH

Fasanenstraße 85

10623 Berlin, Germany

Contact person

Gernot Lobenberg

Manager

Details

Topics

Innovation & Entrepreneurship

Mobility & Transport

Date of the Event

Launch Date

over 10 years

Employees

Organizational structure

set up by Berlin Partner for Business and Technology

About

Fund Size

Ticket Size

Financial Volume

Target Group

Businesses, startups, public authorities, and private clients interested in sustainable mobility solutions.

What do they offer?

eMO offers support for the market ramp-up of electromobility, development of charging infrastructures, and the implementation of sustainable mobility management solutions.

What is their impact?

The agency promotes sustainable urban mobility by advancing electromobility solutions and enhancing the charging infrastructure in Berlin.

Track Record

Initiates and supports projects to test and disseminate new mobility solutions, contributing significantly to Berlin's transport revolution.

How to get involved?

Berliner Agentur für Elektromobilität (eMO)

Initiatives

The Berliner Agentur für Elektromobilität (eMO) is a state agency supporting the development and dissemination of innovative, environmentally friendly mobility solutions in the Berlin capital region.

Innovation & Entrepreneurship

Mobility & Transport

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Berliner Energie und Wärme (BEW)

Utilities

Organisation

Profile

Berliner Energie und Wärme (BEW) provides climate-friendly district heating and cooling solutions, focusing on the decarbonization of Berlin's heat supply.

Contact

BEW Berliner Energie und Wärme AG

Hildegard-Knef-Platz 2

10829 Berlin, Germany

Contact person

Christian Feuerherd

CEO

Details

Topics

Infrastructure

Energy

Sustainability

Date of the Event

Launch Date

2024

Employees

Organizational structure

Owned by the State of Berlin

About

Fund Size

Ticket Size

Financial Volume

Target Group

What do they offer?

What is their impact?

BEW is crucial to Berlin's climate goals, providing the largest district heating system in Western Europe and contributing to the city's energy transition and climate neutrality efforts.

Track Record

The organization is responsible for managing around 500 decentralized energy generation plants and collaborating with various stakeholders to ensure reliable energy supply​

How to get involved?

Berliner Energie und Wärme (BEW)

Utilities

Berliner Energie und Wärme (BEW) provides climate-friendly district heating and cooling solutions, focusing on the decarbonization of Berlin's heat supply.

Infrastructure

Energy

Sustainability

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Berliner Stadtwerke

Utilities

Organisation

Profile

Berliner Stadtwerke is a public electricity supply company that provides 100% renewable energy solutions and engages in various green energy projects to support Berlin's climate neutrality goals.

Contact

Berliner Stadtwerke GmbH

Neue Jüdenstraße 1

10179 Berlin, Germany

Contact person

Kerstin Busch

CEO

Details

Topics

Infrastructure

Energy

Sustainability

Date of the Event

Launch Date

2014

Employees

100–200

Organizational structure

Owned by the State of Berlin.

About

Fund Size

Ticket Size

Financial Volume

Invested over € 135 million since 2014.

Target Group

What do they offer?

What is their impact?

Berliner Stadtwerke contributes significantly to Berlin's climate goals by providing green energy solutions and reducing CO₂ emissions.

Track Record

Berliner Stadtwerke has completed numerous projects, including over 410 solar installations with 33 MW capacity, public e-mobility infrastructure, and significant energy efficiency improvements in Berlin’s public sector

How to get involved?

Berliner Stadtwerke

Utilities

Berliner Stadtwerke is a public electricity supply company that provides 100% renewable energy solutions and engages in various green energy projects to support Berlin's climate neutrality goals.

Infrastructure

Energy

Sustainability

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Berliner Verkehrsbetriebe (BVG)

Utilities

Organisation

Profile

BVG operates Berlin's public transportation system, including buses, trams, U-Bahn, and ferries, ensuring mobility for millions of residents and visitors.

Contact

Berliner Verkehrsbetriebe (BVG) - AöR

Holzmarktstraße 15-17

10179 Berlin, Germany

Contact person

Eva Kreienkamp

CEO

Details

Topics

Infrastructure

Mobility & Transport

Date of the Event

Launch Date

1928

Employees

15,000

Organizational structure

Owned by the State of Berlin.

About

Fund Size

Ticket Size

Financial Volume

Target Group

What do they offer?

What is their impact?

BVG contributes to Berlin’s sustainability goals by offering efficient public transport options and reducing the city's carbon footprint.

Track Record

BVG operates a fleet of over 1,500 vehicles, including buses and trams, serving over 1 billion passengers annually

How to get involved?

Berliner Verkehrsbetriebe (BVG)

Utilities

BVG operates Berlin's public transportation system, including buses, trams, U-Bahn, and ferries, ensuring mobility for millions of residents and visitors.

Infrastructure

Mobility & Transport

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Betahaus

Coworking

Organisation

Profile

Betahaus provides coworking spaces, meeting rooms, and event spaces for freelancers, startups, and small businesses.

Contact

betahaus GmbH

Rudi-Dutschke-Straße 23

10969 Berlin, Germany

Contact person

Madeleine Gummer v. Mohl

Co-Founder & CEO

Details

Topics

Industry Agnostic

Innovation & Entrepreneurship

Technology

Date of the Event

Launch Date

2009

Employees

50–100

Organizational structure

About

Fund Size

Ticket Size

Financial Volume

Target Group

Freelancers, startups, entrepreneurs, remote workers, and small businesses.

What do they offer?

Betahaus offers coworking spaces, meeting rooms, event spaces, and a community of like-minded professionals.

What is their impact?

Betahaus fosters collaboration and innovation by providing a dynamic work environment that adapts to the needs of modern professionals.

Track Record

Notable members include Blinkist, Coffee Circle, and Lilium.

How to get involved?

Memberships available on a monthly basis, with various plans to suit different needs; event space rental and meeting room bookings also available.

Betahaus

Coworking

Betahaus provides coworking spaces, meeting rooms, and event spaces for freelancers, startups, and small businesses.

Industry Agnostic

Innovation & Entrepreneurship

Technology

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Bridgemaker

Venture Builder

Organisation

Profile

Bridgemaker is a venture builder that partners with corporations and entrepreneurs to co-create and scale innovative business models, focusing on turning ideas into successful companies.

Contact

Bridgemaker GmbH

Linienstraße 86

10119 Berlin, Germany

Contact person

Henrike Luszick

Founder & CEO

Details

Topics

Innovation & Entrepreneurship

Technology

Date of the Event

Launch Date

2016

Employees

50–100

Organizational structure

About

Fund Size

Ticket Size

Financial Volume

Target Group

Corporations and entrepreneurs looking to develop and scale innovative business models, particularly those interested in creating new ventures in partnership with an experienced team.

What do they offer?

Bridgemaker offers end-to-end venture building services, from ideation and market validation to development, scaling, and operational support. They collaborate with corporations to transform ideas into scalable businesses.

What is their impact?

The firm aims to drive corporate innovation by building new ventures that address market needs and create value for both the corporation and the startup ecosystem.

Track Record

Bridgemaker has successfully co-created several ventures across various industries, helping them scale and become independent companies.

How to get involved?

Bridgemaker

Venture Builder

Bridgemaker is a venture builder that partners with corporations and entrepreneurs to co-create and scale innovative business models, focusing on turning ideas into successful companies.

Innovation & Entrepreneurship

Technology

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Business Angels Club Berlin-Brandenburg (BACB)

VC / Investors / Angels

Organisation

Profile

The Business Angels Club Berlin-Brandenburg e.V. is a network of experienced business angels who provide capital, expertise, and mentorship to innovative startups in the Berlin-Brandenburg region.

Contact

Business Angels Club Berlin-Brandenburg e.V. (BACB)

Otto-Suhr-Allee 25

10585 Berlin, Germany

Contact person

Sebastian Schwenke

Managing Director

Details

Topics

Innovation & Entrepreneurship

Finance & Investment

Date of the Event

Launch Date

1999

Employees

1–10

Organizational structure

BACB operates as a non-profit association supported by its members

About

Fund Size

Ticket Size

Ranging from € 10,000 to € 250,000

Financial Volume

Target Group

Startups and entrepreneurs in the Berlin-Brandenburg region seeking funding and mentorship.

What do they offer?

BACB offers startups access to experienced business angels who provide not only funding but also mentorship and strategic advice, helping startups grow and scale their businesses.

What is their impact?

The club fosters innovation and entrepreneurial activity in the Berlin-Brandenburg region by supporting early-stage companies with the resources they need to succeed.

Track Record

BACB has supported numerous startups across various industries, contributing to the development of a vibrant entrepreneurial ecosystem in the Berlin-Brandenburg region. Some Portfolio companies: Meloon, ampere.cloud, way

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Business Angels Club Berlin-Brandenburg (BACB)

VC / Investors / Angels

The Business Angels Club Berlin-Brandenburg e.V. is a network of experienced business angels who provide capital, expertise, and mentorship to innovative startups in the Berlin-Brandenburg region.

Innovation & Entrepreneurship

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CMS Germany

Legal Advise

Organisation

Profile

CMS Germany is an international law firm offering comprehensive legal and tax advice across a wide range of sectors and industries.

Contact

CMS Hasche Sigle Partnerschaft von Rechtsanwälten und Steuerberatern mbB

Lennéstraße 7

10785 Berlin, Germany

Contact person

Dr. Martin Vorsmann

Managing Partner

Details

Topics

Industry Agnostic

Date of the Event

Launch Date

1999

Employees

500–1,000

Organizational structure

CMS operates a network of offices across Germany, including Berlin, Frankfurt, Hamburg, Munich, Stuttgart, Cologne, and Düsseldorf.

About

Fund Size

Ticket Size

Financial Volume

Target Group

Businesses, startups, public authorities, and private clients

What do they offer?

CMS Germany offers comprehensive legal services including corporate law, M&A, real estate, tax law, and dispute resolution.

What is their impact?

The firm supports clients in navigating complex legal landscapes, ensuring compliance, facilitating business growth, and mitigating risks.

Track Record

CMS Germany has advised numerous high-profile clients and transactions, including KD Pharma Group's acquisition of dsm-firmenich's marine lipids business and RSBG SE's sale of Masco Group to Ardian.

How to get involved?

CMS Germany

Legal Advise

CMS Germany is an international law firm offering comprehensive legal and tax advice across a wide range of sectors and industries.

Industry Agnostic

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Carbon13

Venture Builder

Organisation

Profile

Carbon13 is a venture builder focused on addressing the climate crisis by building and investing in startups that have the potential to reduce carbon emissions by gigatonnes.

Contact

Carbon13 Capital Ltd

Salisbury House

Station Road

Cambridge CB1 2LA, United Kingdom

Contact person

Chris Coleridge

CEO & Co-Founder

Details

Topics

Sustainability

Date of the Event

Launch Date

2020

Employees

10–50

Organizational structure

About

Fund Size

Ticket Size

Financial Volume

Target Group

Entrepreneurs, innovators, and technologists who are passionate about addressing climate change and are seeking to build startups focused on carbon reduction.

What do they offer?

Carbon13 offers a comprehensive venture building program that supports founders from the ideation stage to the creation of a startup, with a focus on developing solutions that can achieve gigatonne-scale carbon reduction.

What is their impact?

The firm is dedicated to creating and scaling ventures that address the climate crisis by significantly reducing global carbon emissions, aiming to build companies that can have a measurable impact on the environment.

Track Record

Carbon13 has supported the creation of several impactful climate tech startups like Adia Thermal, HydraPulse, optimise AI

How to get involved?

Carbon13

Venture Builder

Carbon13 is a venture builder focused on addressing the climate crisis by building and investing in startups that have the potential to reduce carbon emissions by gigatonnes.

Sustainability

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CleanTech Marzahn

Innovation sites / Tech Labs

Organisation

Profile

CleanTech Marzahn is Berlin’s largest industrial area dedicated to environmentally friendly and resource-saving technologies, providing space for production, industry, and commerce.

Contact

WISTA Management GmbH

Rudower Chaussee 17

12489 Berlin, Germany

Contact person

Details

Topics

Consumer Products

Technology

Mobility & Transport

Sustainability

Date of the Event

Launch Date

2003

Employees

Organizational structure

Managed by WISTA Management GmbH.

About

Fund Size

Ticket Size

Financial Volume

Target Group

Small, medium-sized, and large companies focused on clean technologies, sustainable products, and resource-efficient processes.

What do they offer?

CleanTech Marzahn offers extensive industrial space for companies focused on environmentally friendly technologies, fostering innovation through collaboration between businesses, science, and research.

What is their impact?

CleanTech Marzahn contributes to sustainable development by promoting clean technologies and resource-saving production methods.

Track Record

How to get involved?

CleanTech Marzahn

Innovation sites / Tech Labs

CleanTech Marzahn is Berlin’s largest industrial area dedicated to environmentally friendly and resource-saving technologies, providing space for production, industry, and commerce.

Consumer Products

Technology

Mobility & Transport

Sustainability

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Climate Change Center Berlin Brandenburg (CCC)

Research / Science

Organisation

Profile

The Climate Change Center Berlin Brandenburg is an interdisciplinary and transdisciplinary research and knowledge transfer center focused on addressing climate change in the Berlin-Brandenburg region.

Contact

Technische Universität Berlin

Straße des 17. Juni 135

10623 Berlin, Germany

Contact person

Prof. Dr. Frank Behrendt

CCC Spokesperson, TU Berlin

Details

Topics

Sustainability

Date of the Event

Launch Date

2019

Employees

1–10

Organizational structure

Founded by Technische Universität Berlin in cooperation with universities and research institutions in Berlin and Brandenburg. Supported by the Berlin Senate and the Einstein Foundation Berlin.

About

Fund Size

Ticket Size

Financial Volume

Target Group

Researchers, policymakers, businesses, civil society, and cultural actors involved in climate action and sustainability.

What do they offer?

The Climate Change Center offers a platform for interdisciplinary collaboration on climate-related research and solutions, promoting knowledge transfer and innovation in climate action.

What is their impact?

The CCC contributes to making Berlin and Brandenburg climate-neutral by fostering research and practical solutions to mitigate and adapt to climate change.

Track Record

The CCC network includes 14 universities and 27 research institutions, with 38 ongoing projects focused on climate action in the Berlin-Brandenburg region.

How to get involved?

Participation through the CCC connect platform, events, and collaborative projects with research institutions and other stakeholders.

Climate Change Center Berlin Brandenburg (CCC)

Research / Science

The Climate Change Center Berlin Brandenburg is an interdisciplinary and transdisciplinary research and knowledge transfer center focused on addressing climate change in the Berlin-Brandenburg region.

Sustainability

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Climate Tech Hub

Ecosystem Builder

Non-Profit Organizations

Organisation

Profile

The Climate Tech Hub is a dynamic and innovative network committed to addressing the most pressing environmental challenges of our time, with a primary focus on renewable energy solutions. We believe in the power of technology and innovation to combat climate change. We are dedicated to positioning Berlin and Brandenburg as the global epicenter of climate tech innovation and committed to drive positive change on an international scale.

Contact

Climate Tech Hub e.V.

c/o The Drivery

Mariendorfer Damm 1

12099 Berlin, Germany

Contact person

Nicole Hiltl

Managing Director

Details

Topics

Sustainability

Date of the Event

Launch Date

2010

Employees

1–10

Organizational structure

About

Fund Size

Ticket Size

Financial Volume

Target Group

Startups, established companies, SMEs, research facilities, VCs, policy-makers and other ecosystem players involved in climate technology and sustainability.

What do they offer?

The Climate Tech Hub offers a variety of initiatives to support climate innovation and sustainability. They organize networking events to connect stakeholders in the climate tech sector, delegation trips where companies can scale into international markets, hackathons to support climate innovation and access to international events and conferences to discuss and showcase climate technology.

What is their impact?

The Climate Tech Hub is positioning Berlin as a global leader in climate innovation, fostering sustainable development, and driving positive environmental change through various projects and partnerships.

Track Record

The Climate Tech Hub has a track record of successfully facilitating numerous international events, delegation trips, and networking opportunities aimed at advancing climate technology. They have been instrumental in connecting startups with global markets, fostering international collaboration, and promoting Berlin as a leader in climate innovation.

How to get involved?

Interested companies can become a member to have access to all of Climate Tech Hub's offers.

Climate Tech Hub

Ecosystem Builder

Non-Profit Organizations

The Climate Tech Hub is a dynamic and innovative network committed to addressing the most pressing environmental challenges of our time, with a primary focus on renewable energy solutions. We believe in the power of technology and innovation to combat climate change. We are dedicated to positioning Berlin and Brandenburg as the global epicenter of climate tech innovation and committed to drive positive change on an international scale.

Sustainability

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Climate X Hub

Accelerator / Incubator

Organisation

Profile

The ClimateX Accelerator is an 8-month pre-seed startup program for ambitious entrepreneurs working in the fields of Climate Tech, Smart City, and Urban Innovation - addressing the most pressing climate challenges the world is facing today.

Contact

‍berlinplusone GmbH

Borsigstraße 15A

10115 Berlin, Germany

Contact person

Darius Moeini

Founder & CEO

Details

Topics

Urban Development

Sustainability

Innovation & Entrepreneurship

Date of the Event

Launch Date

2024

Employees

10–50

Organizational structure

ClimateX Hub is managed by the Berlin Innovation Agency (BIA). Supported by funds from the European Union (European Social Fund) and the State of Berlin.

About

Fund Size

Ticket Size

Financial Volume

€ 2,200 per person per month (allowing up to 5 founders per startup) - up to € 88,000 per founding team

Target Group

Early-stage startups focused on climate tech and sustainability, looking to scale their solutions and increase their impact. Criteria: Pre-seed teams: Your company has not been incorporated or it has not yet taken up any economic activity. Funding: You have not received a startup scholarship or EXIST grant before. Engagement: You are dedicated to build the startup full-time. Team set-up: Up to 5 founders in the program who can build the MVP and test the first version in the market. Location: You are based in Berlin or just about to move to Berlin. Focus: Climate oriented startups in the areas of Climate Tech, Smart City, and Urban Innovation (incl. Energy, Mobility, PropTech, Construction, Logistics, Food Systems, Sustainability)

What do they offer?

ClimateX Hub offers startups a comprehensive acceleration program, including mentorship, workshops, access to a co-working space and networking opportunities with industry leaders and investors. The program is tailored to help early-stage startups scale their innovative solutions to climate challenges.

What is their impact?

The Hub aims to empower startups that are developing impactful solutions to climate change, helping them scale their innovations and make a significant contribution to global sustainability efforts.

Track Record

Has supported over 125 founders, over 12 Mil € fundraised

How to get involved?

Each batch lasts 8 months. Next batch not online yet.

Climate X Hub

Accelerator / Incubator

The ClimateX Accelerator is an 8-month pre-seed startup program for ambitious entrepreneurs working in the fields of Climate Tech, Smart City, and Urban Innovation - addressing the most pressing climate challenges the world is facing today.

Urban Development

Sustainability

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Clusterkonferenz Energietechnik Berlin-Brandenburg

Events

Organisation

Profile

The Clusterkonferenz Energietechnik Berlin-Brandenburg is an annual event focused on advancements and collaborations in the energy sector within the Berlin-Brandenburg region.

Contact

Wirtschaftsförderung Land Brandenburg GmbH (WFBB)

Babelsberger Straße 21

14473 Potsdam, Germany

Contact person

Details

Topics

Technology

Sustainability

Date of the Event

Launch Date

2012

Employees

Organizational structure

Supported by the European Union and various regional energy organizations.

About

Fund Size

Ticket Size

Financial Volume

Target Group

Energy professionals, researchers, policymakers, and industry stakeholders

What do they offer?

The conference offers a platform for networking, knowledge exchange, and showcasing innovations in the energy sector.

What is their impact?

The event aims to foster collaborations and innovations in the energy sector, contributing to the regional energy transition.

Track Record

The 2024 conference hosted around 150 participants and featured several keynote speakers including Wirtschaftssenatorin Franziska Giffey and Brandenburger Wirtschaftsminister Prof. Dr.-Ing. Jörg Steinbach.

How to get involved?

Clusterkonferenz Energietechnik Berlin-Brandenburg

Events

The Clusterkonferenz Energietechnik Berlin-Brandenburg is an annual event focused on advancements and collaborations in the energy sector within the Berlin-Brandenburg region.

Technology

Sustainability

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DB mindbox

Accelerator / Incubator

Venture Builder

Organisation

Profile

DB Mindbox operates as the innovation hub of Deutsche Bahn, focusing on fostering collaboration between startups and DB's various business units. The program includes mentorship, access to DB's infrastructure, and opportunities to pilot solutions within the Deutsche Bahn network.

Contact

Deutsche Bahn AG

Im S-Bahnhof Jannowitzbrücke

Holzmarktstraße 6-9

10179 Berlin, Germany

Contact person

Carolin Kodde

Startup & Programm Managerin

Details

Topics

Mobility & Transport

Innovation & Entrepreneurship

Date of the Event

Launch Date

2015

Employees

10–50

Organizational structure

DB Mindbox is part of Deutsche Bahn Group.

About

Fund Size

Ticket Size

Financial Volume

€ 25,000 per team with zero equity taken

Target Group

Startups that make technologies, applications, materials or business cases that have the potential to lift DB to the next level and drive the digital transformation at DB business units and organizations. Requirements: Past experiences have shown that you should at least have an MVP or first prototype of your product or service ready so that you can achieve results that it can be assesed after 100 days. Your team must have at least two people in order to participate. Your startup must be a registered company.

What do they offer?

DB Mindbox offers startups a 100-day accelerator program that includes mentorship, access to Deutsche Bahn's infrastructure, and opportunities to pilot and scale solutions within the DB ecosystem. Startups receive funding, workspace in Berlin, and support from DB experts.

What is their impact?

The accelerator aims to drive innovation in the mobility and logistics sectors by helping startups develop and implement solutions that can improve efficiency, sustainability, and customer experience within Deutsche Bahn and the broader transportation industry.

Track Record

DB mindbox has organized more then 18 hackathons and advised and supported more than 235 startups with their PoC, 60% of which were chosen to continue their business cooperation with DB.

How to get involved?

Apply for individual use cases described in the call by the deadline indicated for each batch. Your application will be evaluated, and selected startups will be invited to pitch in front of an expert jury. Startups that win over the expert jury will get a spot in the batch and take part in the 100 day program.

DB mindbox

Accelerator / Incubator

Venture Builder

DB Mindbox operates as the innovation hub of Deutsche Bahn, focusing on fostering collaboration between startups and DB's various business units. The program includes mentorship, access to DB's infrastructure, and opportunities to pilot solutions within the Deutsche Bahn network.

Mobility & Transport

Innovation & Entrepreneurship

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DeepTech & Climate Fonds

VC / Investors / Angels

Organisation

Profile

The DeepTech & Climate Fonds (DTCF) is an investment fund that focuses on supporting startups and growth companies in the fields of deep tech and climate tech. The fund provides capital and strategic support to companies that are developing innovative technologies with the potential to significantly impact climate change and drive technological advancement.

Contact

DeepTech & Climate Fonds Management GmbH

Friedrichstraße 68

10117 Berlin, Germany

Contact person

Tobias Faupel

Managing Director

Details

Topics

Technology

Health & Life Sciences

Date of the Event

Launch Date

Employees

10–50

Organizational structure

DTCF is financed by Zukunftsfonds (BMWK/BMF) and ERP Special Fund

About

Fund Size

Ticket Size

Financial Volume

As a co-investment fund, the DeepTech & Climate Fonds only invests together with private investors. Investments made through the DTCF comprise a mix of private (at least 30%) and public (up to 70%) funding. The investment amount is limited to a maximum of EUR 30 million per company over the entire company lifetime. In the first financing round, DTCF invests at least EUR 1 million.

Target Group

The fund is particularly focused on companies ranging from traditional deep-tech areas such as industry 4.0/IoT, robotics, AI, quantum computing, blockchain and process automation, to companies with a tech-based business model from sectors such as digital health, new energy, fintech, smart cities and certain areas of the biotech industry. Also looking for innovative deep-tech companies that will disrupt other markets.

What do they offer?

The DeepTech & Climate Fonds offers startups and growth companies substantial financial investment and strategic support. The fund is designed to help innovative companies in the deep tech and climate tech sectors scale their operations, advance their technologies, and bring impactful solutions to market.

What is their impact?

The fund aims to accelerate the development and deployment of technologies that can significantly impact climate change and drive technological progress in deep tech fields. By providing capital and strategic support, DTCF helps companies scale their innovations and contribute to a sustainable future.

Track Record

Portfolio companies: e.g. Fernride, Cylib, planqc

How to get involved?

DeepTech & Climate Fonds

VC / Investors / Angels

The DeepTech & Climate Fonds (DTCF) is an investment fund that focuses on supporting startups and growth companies in the fields of deep tech and climate tech. The fund provides capital and strategic support to companies that are developing innovative technologies with the potential to significantly impact climate change and drive technological advancement.

Technology

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Dentons

Consulting

Organisation

Profile

Dentons is a global law firm offering comprehensive legal services, including environmental and climate-related legal consulting.

Contact

Dentons Europe LLP

Markgrafenstraße 33

10117 Berlin, Germany

Contact person

Thomas Schubert

Head of the German Energy group

Details

Topics

Legal & Policy

Sustainability

Date of the Event

Launch Date

2013

Employees

1,000+

Organizational structure

With 20 energy lawyers in Germany and a cross-practice approach, Dentons advise on the pulse of the latest legal, regulatory and energy policy developments. Dentons German team is part of Dentons’ global Energy group which brings together 1,000+ energy lawyers worldwide, including more than 190+ in Europe.

About

Fund Size

Ticket Size

Financial Volume

Target Group

Investors (VCs, PEs), developers, utilities and innovative scale-ups in the energy sector

What do they offer?

Legal advice in the energy sector, with a particular focus on transactions combined with a deep regulatory expertise. Across over 80 countries, we help clients to grow, protect, operate and finance their organization by providing tailored legal solutions

What is their impact?

Dentons is supporting on the implementation of the energy transition – with the legal work that they are doing for investors, developers, utilities and innovative scale-ups in the energy sector

Track Record

Enbridge, S2G, Greencells, Solandeo, Enersis

How to get involved?

Dentons

Consulting

Dentons is a global law firm offering comprehensive legal services, including environmental and climate-related legal consulting.

Legal & Policy

Sustainability

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Deutsche Gesellschaft für Solarenergie (DGS)

Non-Profit Organizations

Organisation

Profile

The Deutsche Gesellschaft für Solarenergie (DGS) is a German association dedicated to promoting the use of solar energy and other renewable energy sources. The DGS advocates for the widespread adoption of solar technologies and supports research, education, and policy development in the field of renewable energy.

Contact

Deutsche Gesellschaft für Solarenergie (DGS) e.V.

EUREF-Campus 16

10829 Berlin, Germany

Contact person

Details

Topics

Energy

Sustainability

Energy

Date of the Event

Launch Date

1975

Employees

Organizational structure

DGS is a non-profit association organized into regional chapters throughout Germany.

About

Fund Size

Ticket Size

Financial Volume

Target Group

Individuals, companies, policymakers, and institutions interested in solar energy, renewable energy technologies, and sustainable energy practices.

What do they offer?

DGS offers education and training programs, consultancy services, and technical expertise in solar energy. They also engage in advocacy and policy work to promote the adoption of renewable energy technologies.

What is their impact?

The association aims to accelerate the transition to renewable energy by promoting the use of solar power, supporting research and innovation, and influencing energy policy at the national and international levels.

Track Record

DGS has been instrumental in promoting solar energy adoption in Germany, supporting various initiatives and projects that have contributed to the growth of the renewable energy sector.

How to get involved?

Membership in DGS is open to individuals and organizations interested in supporting the promotion of solar energy. Interested parties can join DGS through their website and participate in their activities, events, and educational programs.

Deutsche Gesellschaft für Solarenergie (DGS)

Non-Profit Organizations

The Deutsche Gesellschaft für Solarenergie (DGS) is a German association dedicated to promoting the use of solar energy and other renewable energy sources. The DGS advocates for the widespread adoption of solar technologies and supports research, education, and policy development in the field of renewable energy.

Energy

Sustainability

Energy

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E.ON Innovation

Venture Builder

Organisation

Profile

E.ON Innovation is a modular innovation platform of the E.ON Group, dedicated to identifying and developing the latest technologies and digital business models in the energy sector and beyond. It supports E.ON’s core business by bringing innovative solutions to life, contributing to the creation of a green, digital, and decentralized energy world.

Contact

E.ON SE

Brüsseler Platz 1

45131 Essen, Germany

Contact person

Mark Ritzmann

CEO

Details

Topics

Energy Policy

Sustainability

Energy

Mobility & Transport

Date of the Event

Launch Date

Employees

Organizational structure

E.ON Innovation operates under E.ON SE, one of Europe’s largest energy companies.

About

Fund Size

Ticket Size

Financial Volume

Target Group

Startups, entrepreneurs, and internal E.ON teams focused on creating innovative solutions that align with E.ON’s goals of sustainability, digitalization, and energy decentralization.

What do they offer?

E.ON Innovation provides a comprehensive platform for developing and scaling new business models and technologies in the energy sector. By leveraging internal innovation, cross-industry partnerships, and cutting-edge research, they support the acceleration of the energy transition and the development of digital energy solutions.

What is their impact?

E.ON Innovation drives the transformation of the energy sector by launching innovative solutions that enhance sustainability, improve energy efficiency, and promote digitalization. As part of E.ON SE, it plays a crucial role in shaping a green, digital, and decentralized energy future.

Track Record

How to get involved?

E.ON Innovation

Venture Builder

E.ON Innovation is a modular innovation platform of the E.ON Group, dedicated to identifying and developing the latest technologies and digital business models in the energy sector and beyond. It supports E.ON’s core business by bringing innovative solutions to life, contributing to the creation of a green, digital, and decentralized energy world.

Energy Policy

Sustainability

Energy

Mobility & Transport

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EIT InnoEnergy

VC / Investors / Angels

Ecosystem Builder

Organisation

Profile

EIT InnoEnergy is a European innovation engine for sustainable energy, supporting startups, scale-ups, and innovations in the energy sector to drive the transition to a sustainable energy future.

Contact

EIT InnoEnergy SE

EUREF-Campus, House 12, fourth floor

10829 Berlin, Germany

Contact person

Diego Pavía

CEO

Details

Topics

Innovation & Entrepreneurship

Technology

Energy

Date of the Event

Launch Date

2010

Employees

200+ employees globally

Organizational structure

EIT InnoEnergy is a European company supported by the European Institute of Innovation and Technology (EIT), co-founded by the European Union

About

Fund Size

Ticket Size

€ 50,000 to € 5 million, sweet spot €1 50,000

Financial Volume

EIT InnoEnergy has supported its portfolio with a total of over €560 million in investment, with additional funding from external partners.

Target Group

Startups, scale-ups, and innovations in the energy sector, with a focus on those driving sustainable energy solutions.

What do they offer?

EIT InnoEnergy provides support to energy startups and scale-ups through investment, business development services, and access to a vast network of industry partners and experts.

What is their impact?

The organization aims to accelerate the transition to sustainable energy in Europe by investing in and supporting innovations that reduce carbon emissions and promote energy efficiency.

Track Record

EIT InnoEnergy has supported and invested in numerous successful companies and projects, including Northvolt, Skeleton Technologies, and Eco Wave Power, contributing to their growth and impact in the energy sector.

How to get involved?

EIT InnoEnergy

VC / Investors / Angels

Ecosystem Builder

EIT InnoEnergy is a European innovation engine for sustainable energy, supporting startups, scale-ups, and innovations in the energy sector to drive the transition to a sustainable energy future.

Innovation & Entrepreneurship

Technology

Energy

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EUREF Campus Berlin

Innovation sites / Tech Labs

Organisation

Profile

EUREF Campus is an innovative campus in Berlin focused on the energy transition and sustainability, offering space for companies and research institutions.

Contact

EUREF AG

EUREF-Campus 3

10829 Berlin, Germany

Contact person

Reinhard Müller

CEO

Details

Topics

Sustainability

Date of the Event

Launch Date

2008

Employees

Organizational structure

About

Fund Size

Ticket Size

Financial Volume

Target Group

Companies, research institutions, startups, and organizations focused on sustainability, renewable energy, and innovative urban development.

What do they offer?

EUREF Campus Berlin offers an innovative environment with office spaces, research facilities, and event venues for companies and institutions focused on sustainability and the energy transition.

What is their impact?

EUREF Campus Berlin contributes to the energy transition and sustainable urban development through collaborative projects, innovative solutions, and a focus on renewable energy sources.

Track Record

Hosts over 150 companies and institutions focused on sustainability and innovation, including startups, research institutions, and established companies.

How to get involved?

Continuous enrollment for companies and institutions interested in the campus.

EUREF Campus Berlin

Innovation sites / Tech Labs

EUREF Campus is an innovative campus in Berlin focused on the energy transition and sustainability, offering space for companies and research institutions.

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EXIST

Public Grants

Organisation

Profile

EXIST is a support program by the German Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Climate Action (BMWK) aimed at improving the entrepreneurial environment at universities and research institutions, and increasing the number and success of technology and knowledge-based startups.

Contact

Scharnhorststraße 34-37, 10115 Berlin, Germany

Contact person

Dr. Philipp Graefe

Program Director

Details

Topics

Innovation & Entrepreneurship

Date of the Event

Launch Date

1998

Employees

Organizational structure

Supported by the Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Climate Action, in cooperation with universities and research institutions.

About

Fund Size

Ticket Size

Financial Volume

€ 2,500 – 3,000 per month per founder

Target Group

Students, graduates, scientists, and research institutions looking to develop and commercialize innovative business ideas.

What do they offer?

EXIST offers funding through three programs: EXIST Business Start-up Grants, EXIST Research Transfer, and EXIST Potentials. These programs support the development of business plans, the implementation of research-based projects, and the fostering of entrepreneurial culture at academic institutions.

What is their impact?

The program aims to foster a vibrant entrepreneurial culture, enabling the commercialization of innovative ideas and contributing to sustainable economic growth.

Track Record

EXIST has supported numerous successful startups, including Wingcopter, which specializes in delivery drones, and Nature Robots, which develops AI-based agricultural robots.

How to get involved?

Applications are submitted through universities or research institutions, with different programs catering to various stages of startup development.

EXIST

Public Grants

EXIST is a support program by the German Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Climate Action (BMWK) aimed at improving the entrepreneurial environment at universities and research institutions, and increasing the number and success of technology and knowledge-based startups.

Innovation & Entrepreneurship

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Eclareon

Consulting

Organisation

Profile

eclareon is a consulting firm working internationally to support public and private institutions engaged in the fields of renewable energy, energy efficiency, climate policies and environmental protection

Contact

eclareon GmbH

Albrechtstraße 22

10117 Berlin, Germany

Contact person

Christoph Urbschat

Managing Partner

Details

Topics

Energy Policy

Sustainability

Date of the Event

Launch Date

2000

Employees

10–50

Organizational structure

About

Fund Size

Ticket Size

Financial Volume

Target Group

Energy companies, governmental bodies, and other stakeholders in the energy and climate sectors.

What do they offer?

eclareon offers market research, strategic consulting, and policy advice to support the development and implementation of energy and climate technologies.

What is their impact?

eclareon contributes to the transition towards sustainable energy systems and effective climate policies through its consulting services.

Track Record

eclareon has worked with clients such as the European Commission, BMWK, Auswärtiges Amt, GIZ, and has supported various renewable energy projects.

How to get involved?

Eclareon

Consulting

eclareon is a consulting firm working internationally to support public and private institutions engaged in the fields of renewable energy, energy efficiency, climate policies and environmental protection

Energy Policy

Sustainability

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Economic Development Agency Brandenburg (WFBB)

Business Promotion

Organisation

Profile

WFBB is the economic development corporation of Brandenburg. It supports investors, established companies, and innovative startups in Brandenburg with comprehensive business and employment promotion services.

Contact

Wirtschaftsförderung Land Brandenburg GmbH

Babelsberger Straße 21

14473 Potsdam, Germany

Contact person

Dr. Steffen Kammradt

CEO

Details

Topics

Industry Agnostic

Date of the Event

Launch Date

2001

Employees

200–500

Organizational structure

Supported by the State of Brandenburg

About

Fund Size

Ticket Size

Financial Volume

Target Group

Investors, established companies, innovative startups, and technology-oriented businesses.

What do they offer?

WFBB offers consulting services, information on funding opportunities, and support for international market expansion and technology development.

What is their impact?

WFBB promotes economic and social development in Brandenburg by supporting businesses and attracting investments.

Track Record

WFBB has supported numerous projects and companies in sectors like mobility, energy transition, and digital economy.

How to get involved?

Economic Development Agency Brandenburg (WFBB)

Business Promotion

WFBB is the economic development corporation of Brandenburg. It supports investors, established companies, and innovative startups in Brandenburg with comprehensive business and employment promotion services.

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Ecosummit

Events

Organisation

Profile

Ecosummit is an international conference focused on smart green innovation, connecting startups, investors, and corporates to drive sustainable business.

Contact

Ecosummit GmbH

Neuenburger Straße 19

10969 Berlin, Germany

Contact person

Jan Michael Hess

Founder & CEO

Details

Topics

Innovation & Entrepreneurship

Technology

Sustainability

Date of the Event

3–4 June 2025

Launch Date

2010

Employees

Organizational structure

About

Fund Size

Ticket Size

Financial Volume

Target Group

Startups, investors, corporates, and stakeholders in the green tech sector.

What do they offer?

Ecosummit provides a platform for startups, investors, and corporates to network, pitch, and collaborate on smart green innovations.

What is their impact?

The event aims to accelerate the development and scaling of sustainable businesses by facilitating connections and investments.

Track Record

Ecosummit typically hosts 300-400 participants and features 50-60 speakers.

How to get involved?

Ecosummit

Events

Ecosummit is an international conference focused on smart green innovation, connecting startups, investors, and corporates to drive sustainable business.

Innovation & Entrepreneurship

Technology

Sustainability

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EnBW New Ventures

VC / Investors / Angels

Organisation

Profile

EnBW New Ventures is the corporate venture capital arm of EnBW, focused on investing in innovative startups in the energy, infrastructure, and mobility sectors.

Contact

EnBW New Ventures GmbH

Durlacher Allee 93

76131 Karlsruhe, Germany

Contact person

Marc Umber

Managing Director

Details

Topics

Infrastructure

Technology

Energy

Mobility & Transport

Date of the Event

Launch Date

2015

Employees

10–50

Organizational structure

EnBW New Ventures is backed by EnBW, one of the largest energy companies in Germany, and operates with a dedicated team of venture capital professionals who provide strategic support to portfolio companies.

About

Fund Size

€ 100 million

Ticket Size

€ 1 million to € 10 million

Financial Volume

Target Group

Early-stage and growth-stage startups (Series A+) in the energy, infrastructure, and mobility sectors.

What do they offer?

EnBW New Ventures offers venture capital funding, strategic support, and access to the resources and expertise of EnBW to help startups scale and succeed in the energy, infrastructure, and mobility sectors.

What is their impact?

The firm aims to drive the energy transition and promote sustainable development by investing in innovative solutions that address the challenges of the future energy landscape.

Track Record

EnBW New Ventures has invested in a number of successful startups, including Wirelane, GreenCom Networks, and CYNORA, contributing to their growth and development in the energy sector.

How to get involved?

EnBW New Ventures

VC / Investors / Angels

EnBW New Ventures is the corporate venture capital arm of EnBW, focused on investing in innovative startups in the energy, infrastructure, and mobility sectors.

Infrastructure

Technology

Energy

Mobility & Transport

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Enpact

Business Promotion

Ecosystem Builder

Organisation

Profile

Enpact is a non-profit organization that supports startups, entrepreneurs, and ecosystems with mentoring, training, and networking programs, focusing on sustainable economic development.

Contact

Enpact e.V.

Linkstraße 12

10785 Berlin, Germany

Contact person

Matthias Treutwein

Co-Founder and Managing Director

Details

Topics

Innovation & Entrepreneurship

Education

Date of the Event

Launch Date

2013

Employees

10–50

Organizational structure

enpact Stiftung

About

Fund Size

Ticket Size

Financial Volume

Target Group

Startups, entrepreneurs, and ecosystem builders.

What do they offer?

Enpact offers mentoring, training, and networking programs for startups and entrepreneurs to foster sustainable economic growth.

What is their impact?

Enpact contributes to the development of vibrant startup ecosystems and the economic empowerment of entrepreneurs.

Track Record

Enpact has supported numerous startups and entrepreneurs around the world.

How to get involved?

Enpact

Business Promotion

Ecosystem Builder

Enpact is a non-profit organization that supports startups, entrepreneurs, and ecosystems with mentoring, training, and networking programs, focusing on sustainable economic development.

Innovation & Entrepreneurship

Education

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Enpulse Ventures

Venture Builder

Organisation

Profile

Enpulse Ventures focuses on venture building and early-stage investments in young energy start-ups

Contact

Enpulse Ventures GmbH

Birkenwaldstraße 34

70191 Stuttgart, Germany

Contact person

Florian Fichter

Managing Director

Details

Topics

Energy

Date of the Event

Launch Date

2022

Employees

10–50

Organizational structure

Enpulse Ventures GmbH is a subsidiary of EnBW

About

Fund Size

Ticket Size

Financial Volume

Target Group

Entrepreneurs, startups, and corporations looking to develop and scale new ventures that focus on the energy transition, digital transformation, and sustainable innovation.

What do they offer?

Enpulse Ventures offers end-to-end venture building services, including ideation, market validation, product development, and scaling, with a focus on creating startups that drive the energy transition.

What is their impact?

The firm is dedicated to co-creating ventures that have a meaningful impact on the energy transition and sustainability, focusing on Connected Customers, Smart Grids, and Mobility to help solve pressing global challenges.

Track Record

Portfolio companies: e.g. Zentur.io, Narrowin, Levl

How to get involved?

Enpulse Ventures

Venture Builder

Enpulse Ventures focuses on venture building and early-stage investments in young energy start-ups

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Enterprise Europe Network (EEN)

Business Promotion

Organisation

Profile

Enterprise Europe Network (EEN) helps businesses innovate and grow on an international scale, providing support for SMEs with international ambitions.

Contact

Berlin Partner für Wirtschaft und Technologie GmbH

Fasanenstraße 85

10623 Berlin, Germany

Contact person

Anke Wiegand

Communication Support for EEN Germany

Details

Topics

Innovation & Entrepreneurship

Date of the Event

Launch Date

2008

Employees

Organizational structure

Supported by the European Commission and implemented by Berlin Partner for Business and Technology GmbH and Wirtschaftsförderung Land Brandenburg GmbH (WFBB).

About

Fund Size

Ticket Size

Financial Volume

Target Group

SMEs, startups, and businesses with international growth ambitions.

What do they offer?

EEN offers advisory services, partnership opportunities, and information on international markets to help SMEs grow internationally.

What is their impact?

EEN facilitates international business expansion and innovation for SMEs, contributing to economic growth.

Track Record

EEN has supported numerous companies around the world.

How to get involved?

Enterprise Europe Network (EEN)

Business Promotion

Enterprise Europe Network (EEN) helps businesses innovate and grow on an international scale, providing support for SMEs with international ambitions.

Innovation & Entrepreneurship

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Extantia

VC / Investors / Angels

Organisation

Profile

Extantia is a climate-focused venture capital firm that invests in breakthrough technologies aimed at reducing carbon emissions and combating climate change.

Contact

Extantia Capital Management GmbH

c/o Maschinenraum

Zionskirchstraße 73a

10119 Berlin, Germany

Contact person

Sebastian Heitmann

Founding Partner

Details

Topics

Technology

Sustainability

Date of the Event

Launch Date

2022

Employees

10–50

Organizational structure

About

Fund Size

€ 150 million

Ticket Size

Between € 1 million to € 4 million

Financial Volume

Target Group

Early-stage startups and growth-stage companies focused on climate tech and clean technology solutions.

What do they offer?

Extantia offers venture capital funding and strategic support to startups developing transformative technologies for decarbonization and climate impact.

What is their impact?

The firm is committed to accelerating the transition to a low-carbon economy by investing in technologies that can significantly reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

Track Record

Portfolio companies: e.g. betteries, Modern hydrogen, BeZero

How to get involved?

Extantia

VC / Investors / Angels

Extantia is a climate-focused venture capital firm that invests in breakthrough technologies aimed at reducing carbon emissions and combating climate change.

Technology

Sustainability

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Factory Berlin

Coworking

Organisation

Profile

Factory Berlin is a coworking space that offers innovation programs, and a collaborative community for startups, corporates, and creatives.

Contact

Factory Works GmbH

Rheinsberger Straße 76/77

10115 Berlin, Germany

Contact person

Zino Soyka

CEO

Details

Topics

Innovation & Entrepreneurship

Technology

Industry Agnostic

Date of the Event

Launch Date

2012

Employees

50–100

Organizational structure

Supported by corporate partners and private investors including Audi, Deutsche Bank, and Google for Startups.

About

Fund Size

Ticket Size

Financial Volume

Target Group

Startups, corporates, creatives, entrepreneurs, and innovators.

What do they offer?

Factory Berlin offers coworking spaces, meeting rooms, event spaces, innovation programs, and access to a diverse community of professionals.

What is their impact?

Factory Berlin accelerates innovation and collaboration by providing an ecosystem where startups and corporates can work together.

Track Record

Notable members include SoundCloud and Uber

How to get involved?

Memberships available on a monthly basis, with various plans; innovation programs and event space rentals also available.

Factory Berlin

Coworking

Factory Berlin is a coworking space that offers innovation programs, and a collaborative community for startups, corporates, and creatives.

Innovation & Entrepreneurship

Technology

Industry Agnostic

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Flughafen Tempelhof

Innovation sites / Tech Labs

Organisation

Profile

Flughafen Tempelhof is a historical airport in Berlin repurposed as a cultural and event space, promoting sustainable urban development.

Contact

Tempelhof Projekt GmbH

Columbiadamm 10, Gebäude A2

12101 Berlin, Germany

Contact person

Fabian Schmitz-Grethlein

Managing Director

Details

Topics

Urban Development

Date of the Event

Launch Date

2008

Employees

50–100

Organizational structure

Supported by the State of Berlin

About

Fund Size

Ticket Size

Financial Volume

Target Group

Event organizers, cultural institutions, and the local community.

What do they offer?

Flughafen Tempelhof offers unique event spaces and promotes sustainable urban development through various cultural and community activities.

What is their impact?

Flughafen Tempelhof contributes to the cultural and sustainable development of Berlin by repurposing historical spaces for modern uses.

Track Record

How to get involved?

Contact via email or phone for event booking and space utilization inquiries.

Flughafen Tempelhof

Innovation sites / Tech Labs

Flughafen Tempelhof is a historical airport in Berlin repurposed as a cultural and event space, promoting sustainable urban development.

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Founder Institute Berlin

Accelerator / Incubator

Organisation

Profile

Founder Institute Berlin is part of the world's largest pre-seed startup accelerator, offering a structured program to help aspiring entrepreneurs launch their companies. The program provides mentorship, training, and a global network to support founders as they build their startups from the ground up.

Contact

Convestec GmbH

Richard-Sorge-Straße 29

10249 Berlin, Germany

Contact person

Ferdinand Mühlhäuser

Managing Director Germany

Details

Topics

Industry Agnostic

Date of the Event

Launch Date

2009

Employees

10–50

Organizational structure

Founder Institute operates as a global startup accelerator. The Berlin chapter is part of this global network. Backed by sponsors like Unicorn Workspaces, Club Globals and Betahaus.

About

Fund Size

Ticket Size

Financial Volume

Costs: $ 799 per founder. Founder Institute has developed an Equity Collective where everyone shares equity in the companies formed from each program cohort. About halfway through the program, companies contribute 2.5% in Warrants to a fifteen-year Equity Collective to incentivize the support during and after the cohort.

Target Group

Early Stage Startups with just an idea or MVP who are building a tech company with Impact. The Founder Institute encourages founding teams to apply to the program, and a typical cohort contains roughly 40% teams, and 60% solo-founders.

What do they offer?

Founder Institute Berlin offers a comprehensive accelerator program that includes mentorship from experienced entrepreneurs, weekly training sessions, and access to a global network of startup founders and investors. The program is designed to help founders rapidly validate and launch their business ideas.

What is their impact?

The accelerator aims to empower aspiring entrepreneurs by providing them with the resources, knowledge, and network necessary to build successful startups. The program focuses on turning ideas into scalable businesses.

Track Record

4500+ Startups, 90+ Countries, 25,000+ Jobs Created

How to get involved?

14-week online program. Next batch starts in October. Application Deadline: September 22, 2024. Involvment: 25 hours to the program on a weekly basis, minimum. Founding teams can decide to send one co-founder, multiple co-founders, or all co-founders to participate in the program, but each co-founder must apply separately (noting the name of your company in your application, in the “Company Name” section). Each co-founder’s application will be evaluated independently (one co-founder gaining acceptance does not mean that their entire team is accepted). However, even if one co-founder is rejected, any accepted co-founders are still invited to participate. Teams are also able to enroll in the program for a discounted Entrance Fee per-founder: Teams of 2-3 are invited to enroll for 1.5x the Entrance Fee, and Teams of 4-5 for 2x the Entrance Fee.

Founder Institute Berlin

Accelerator / Incubator

Founder Institute Berlin is part of the world's largest pre-seed startup accelerator, offering a structured program to help aspiring entrepreneurs launch their companies. The program provides mentorship, training, and a global network to support founders as they build their startups from the ground up.

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Future Energy Lab

Ecosystem Builder

Organisation

Profile

Future Energy Lab is a pilot and networking lab for testing digital technologies for use cases in the energy sector.

Contact

Deutsche Energie-Agentur GmbH (dena)

c/o The Drivery

Mariendorfer Damm 1

12099 Berlin, Germany

Contact person

Benedikt Pulvermüller

Head of Digital Technologies & Head of Future Energy Lab

Details

Topics

Sustainability

Energy

Technology

Date of the Event

Launch Date

2020

Employees

10–50

Organizational structure

Supported by the Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Climate Action (BMWK) and implemented by dena.

About

Fund Size

Ticket Size

Financial Volume

Target Group

Startups, digital and energy sector companies, investors, and policymakers.

What do they offer?

Future Energy Lab offers a free co-working space in the heart of Berlin for 1-6 months, access to experts from the dena network, networking events, and opportunities to collaborate with companies, investors, and policymakers.

What is their impact?

Future Energy Lab contributes to the digital transformation of the energy sector by providing a space for startups to develop and test innovative technologies.

Track Record

Supported startups include Bees & Bears, Fion Energy, FlyNex, Kelvin Green, Nextract Energy, Novolto, Peak Power, Penomo, and Rloaded.

How to get involved?

Startups can apply for the co-working space and other resources by submitting a pitch deck and relevant details via email. The application process includes a presentation for mutual acquaintance and a usage contract.

Future Energy Lab

Ecosystem Builder

Future Energy Lab is a pilot and networking lab for testing digital technologies for use cases in the energy sector.

Sustainability

Energy

Technology

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Future Energy Ventures

VC / Investors / Angels

Organisation

Profile

Future Energy Ventures is a venture capital firm that invests in digital and digitally-enabled technologies and business models that drive the energy transition, focusing on decarbonization, decentralization, and digitalization.

Contact

Future Energy Ventures GmbH

Torstraße 201a

10115 Berlin, Germany

Contact person

Jan Lozek

Managing Partner

Details

Topics

Energy

Sustainability

Date of the Event

Launch Date

2020

Employees

10–50

Organizational structure

Future Energy Ventures is backed by E.ON and operates with a dedicated team of investors and industry experts who support startups in scaling their innovative energy solutions.

About

Fund Size

€ 110 million

Ticket Size

€ 1 million to € 10 million

Financial Volume

Target Group

Startups and growth-stage companies focused on energy, digitalization, and sustainable technologies.

What do they offer?

Future Energy Ventures provides venture capital, strategic guidance, and access to a global network to startups developing technologies that contribute to the energy transition.

What is their impact?

The firm aims to accelerate the energy transition and drive sustainable development by investing in technologies that enable decarbonization, decentralization, and digitalization in the energy sector.

Track Record

Future Energy Ventures has invested in a range of companies, including Bidgely, Intertrust, and Tado, that are leading the way in energy innovation and digital transformation.

How to get involved?

Future Energy Ventures

VC / Investors / Angels

Future Energy Ventures is a venture capital firm that invests in digital and digitally-enabled technologies and business models that drive the energy transition, focusing on decarbonization, decentralization, and digitalization.

Energy

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GASAG

Utilities

Organisation

Profile

GASAG AG is a Berlin-based energy company and one of the largest regional energy suppliers. GASAG provides natural gas, electricity, and energy services, focusing on sustainable and innovative energy solutions for Berlin and the region.

Contact

GASAG AG

Henriette-Herz-Platz 4

10178 Berlin, Germany

Contact person

Georg Friedrichs

Chairman of the Management Board

Details

Topics

Energy

Sustainability

Date of the Event

Launch Date

1847

Employees

1,000+

Organizational structure

Majority owned by the State of Berlin.

About

Fund Size

Ticket Size

Financial Volume

Target Group

What do they offer?

What is their impact?

GASAG supports Berlin’s energy transition through innovative and sustainable energy solutions.

Track Record

How to get involved?

GASAG

Utilities

GASAG AG is a Berlin-based energy company and one of the largest regional energy suppliers. GASAG provides natural gas, electricity, and energy services, focusing on sustainable and innovative energy solutions for Berlin and the region.

Energy

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GERMANTECH

Ecosystem Builder

Organisation

Profile

GERMANTECH is an independent innovation facilitator based in Berlin, dedicated to supporting businesses and institutions in mastering digital transformation.

Contact

GERMANTECH Operations GmbH

Luckenwalderstraße 6b

10963 Berlin, Germany

Contact person

Maria Gross

Managing Director

Details

Topics

Innovation & Entrepreneurship

Technology

Date of the Event

Launch Date

2016

Employees

10–50

Organizational structure

About

Fund Size

Ticket Size

Financial Volume

Target Group

Startups, corporates, SMEs, public institutions, and educational institutions.

What do they offer?

GERMANTECH offers a range of services including innovation consulting, digital transformation support, venture building, and educational programs. They provide end-to-end solutions to help organizations initiate, implement, and scale sustainable innovations.

What is their impact?

GERMANTECH drives meaningful change by integrating innovation into various sectors, enhancing the competitiveness and adaptability of businesses and institutions.

Track Record

GERMANTECH has supported numerous companies, including collaborations with Union Investment, Volkswagen, EWE, Heraeus, Bundeskanzleramt, Hasso Plattner Institut, Daimler, and Greiner.

How to get involved?

GERMANTECH offers various programs and initiatives with specific start dates, including Innovation Awards, GT Innovation Funds, and Startup Support Programs, details of which can be found on their programs page.

GERMANTECH

Ecosystem Builder

GERMANTECH is an independent innovation facilitator based in Berlin, dedicated to supporting businesses and institutions in mastering digital transformation.

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Gemeinschaftsaufgabe "Verbesserung der regionalen Wirtschaftsstruktur" (GRW)

Public Grants

Organisation

Profile

The GRW program aims to improve regional economic structures by supporting investments in business and economic infrastructure in Berlin's structurally weak regions.

Contact

Senatsverwaltung für Wirtschaft, Energie und Betriebe Berlin

Martin-Luther-Straße 105

10825 Berlin, Germany

Contact person

Details

Topics

Infrastructure

Public Policy

Date of the Event

Launch Date

1969

Employees

Organizational structure

Funded by the Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Climate Action and coordinated with the Berlin Senate.

About

Fund Size

Ticket Size

Financial Volume

Target Group

Businesses, municipalities, and regional development agencies in structurally weak regions.

What do they offer?

The GRW program provides financial assistance through grants, loans, and guarantees for investments in business and economic infrastructure in structurally weak regions.

What is their impact?

The program aims to enhance economic potential and competitiveness in these regions, promoting equal living conditions throughout Germany.

Track Record

How to get involved?

Applications can be submitted online through regional development agencies, with specific criteria and guidelines provided by the respective federal states.

Gemeinschaftsaufgabe "Verbesserung der regionalen Wirtschaftsstruktur" (GRW)

Public Grants

The GRW program aims to improve regional economic structures by supporting investments in business and economic infrastructure in Berlin's structurally weak regions.

Infrastructure

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Global Goals Berlin

Initiatives

Organisation

Profile

Global Goals Berlin is an initiative aimed at making Berlin climate-neutral and achieving the 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) by 2035. As part of the initiative the project aims to apply for EXPO 2035 with Berlin as a "Lighthouse for Sustainability"

Contact

Global Goals für Berlin e.V.

Osloer Straße 115

13359 Berlin, Germany

Contact person

Daniel-Jan Girl

Chairman

Details

Topics

Urban Development

Sustainability

Date of the Event

Launch Date

2022

Employees

1–10

Organizational structure

About

Fund Size

Ticket Size

Financial Volume

Target Group

Citizens, businesses, policymakers, and international partners interested in sustainable urban development.

What do they offer?

Global Goals Berlin offers a platform for collaboration and innovation aimed at achieving sustainability goals. It supports projects that promote environmental protection and sustainable urban development.

What is their impact?

The initiative aims to position Berlin as a leader in sustainability by achieving the SDGs and demonstrating how democratic societies can effectively implement large-scale environmental changes.

Track Record

How to get involved?

Interested individuals and organizations can support the initiative through membership, donations, or participating in projects and events.

Global Goals Berlin

Initiatives

Global Goals Berlin is an initiative aimed at making Berlin climate-neutral and achieving the 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) by 2035. As part of the initiative the project aims to apply for EXPO 2035 with Berlin as a "Lighthouse for Sustainability"

Urban Development

Sustainability

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Global Impact Capital Alliance (GICA)

Ecosystem Builder

Organisation

Profile

GICA is a global network that connects impact startups, investors, and enablers and hosts events and meetups to foster collaborations.

Contact

AusserGewöhnlich Berlin GmbH & Co. KG

Flughafen Tegel 1, Gebäude H / ZKSI

13405 Berlin, Germany

Contact person

Alexander Sascha Wolf

Chairman

Details

Topics

Innovation & Entrepreneurship

Finance & Investment

Sustainability

Date of the Event

Launch Date

2020

Employees

1–10

Organizational structure

backed by the foundation AusserGewöhnlich Berlin GmbH & Co. KG.

About

Fund Size

Ticket Size

Financial Volume

Target Group

Impact startups, impact investors, and ecosystem enablers.

What do they offer?

GICA offers a platform for impact startups, investors, and enablers to collaborate, share knowledge, and build partnerships to strengthen the global impact ecosystem. They host regular events and meetups to connect within the ecosystem

What is their impact?

GICA aims to boost the impact economy worldwide by enhancing impact networking skills and fostering cross-sectoral collaborations.

Track Record

How to get involved?

Interested parties can join GICA through their membership program, participate in annual meetings, and access resources via their online library.

Global Impact Capital Alliance (GICA)

Ecosystem Builder

GICA is a global network that connects impact startups, investors, and enablers and hosts events and meetups to foster collaborations.

Innovation & Entrepreneurship

Finance & Investment

Sustainability

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Green Generation Fund

VC / Investors / Angels

Organisation

Profile

The Green Generation Fund is a venture capital fund focused on investing in sustainable consumer products and services, aiming to create a positive impact on the environment and society.

Contact

Green Generation Management GmbH

Zehdenicker Straße 12c

10119 Berlin, Germany

Contact person

Dr. Manon Sarah Littek

Founding Partner

Details

Topics

Consumer Products

Sustainability

Date of the Event

Launch Date

2020

Employees

1–10

Organizational structure

About

Fund Size

€ 100 million

Ticket Size

Financial Volume

Target Group

Early-stage startups and growth-stage companies focused on sustainable consumer products, foodtech, and circular economy solutions.

What do they offer?

The Green Generation Fund offers venture capital funding, strategic guidance, and a robust network to help sustainable consumer-focused startups grow and succeed.

What is their impact?

The fund aims to drive positive environmental and social impact by investing in companies that offer sustainable products and services, contributing to a greener future.

Track Record

Portfolio companies: e.g. Changefoods, Libre, Koralo

How to get involved?

Green Generation Fund

VC / Investors / Angels

The Green Generation Fund is a venture capital fund focused on investing in sustainable consumer products and services, aiming to create a positive impact on the environment and society.

Consumer Products

Sustainability

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Greentech Alliance

Ecosystem Builder

Organisation

Profile

Greentech Alliance is a network which connects green technology businesses that fight climate change with responsible and sustainable products and services.

Contact

Contact person

Lubomila Jordanova

Co-Founder

Details

Topics

Innovation & Entrepreneurship

Technology

Sustainability

Date of the Event

Launch Date

Employees

Organizational structure

Independent organization with a network of over 5000 members and 700 advisors.

About

Fund Size

Ticket Size

Financial Volume

Target Group

Green technology businesses, investors, advisors, and entrepreneurs focused on sustainability and climate action.

What do they offer?

Greentech Alliance offers a platform for green technology companies to connect with VCs, journalists, advisors, and entrepreneurs, providing advice on funding, impact, visibility, and strategy.

What is their impact?

Greentech Alliance aims to make the greentech community more visible and effective, fostering a vision of a sustainable future through collaboration and innovation.

Track Record

Includes over 5000 members such as startups and companies. Notable collaborations include those with Solar Impulse Foundation and the St. Gallen Symposium.

How to get involved?

Interested parties can apply to become a member through their website, participating in various events and initiatives offered by the alliance.

Greentech Alliance

Ecosystem Builder

Greentech Alliance is a network which connects green technology businesses that fight climate change with responsible and sustainable products and services.

Innovation & Entrepreneurship

Technology

Sustainability

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Greentech Festival

Events

Organisation

Profile

Greentech Festival is an event showcasing green technologies and innovations, promoting sustainable living and connecting global change-makers.

Contact

GREENTECH SHOW GmbH

Muenzstraße 15

10178 Berlin, Germany

Contact person

Nico Rosberg

Co-Founder

Details

Topics

Innovation & Entrepreneurship

Technology

Sustainability

Date of the Event

3–5 June 2025

Launch Date

2019

Employees

10–50

Organizational structure

Founded by former Formula 1 world champion Nico Rosberg, engineer Marco Voigt, and communications expert Sven Krüger.

About

Fund Size

Ticket Size

Financial Volume

Target Group

Innovators, entrepreneurs, policymakers, and the general public interested in green technologies and sustainability.

What do they offer?

The festival features exhibitions, conferences, and awards, showcasing cutting-edge green technologies and innovations.

What is their impact?

Greentech Festival aims to accelerate the adoption of sustainable technologies and practices by bringing together innovators and influencers.

Track Record

The Greentech Festival has hosted over 10,000 participants and featured more than 100 speakers and exhibitors showcasing innovative products from leading green tech companies​

How to get involved?

Greentech Festival

Events

Greentech Festival is an event showcasing green technologies and innovations, promoting sustainable living and connecting global change-makers.

Innovation & Entrepreneurship

Technology

Sustainability

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HV Capital

VC / Investors / Angels

Organisation

Profile

HV Capital is a venture capital firm that invests in early-stage and growth-stage companies across Europe, supporting entrepreneurs with capital, expertise, and a vast network.

Contact

HV Capital Manager GmbH

Brunnenstraße 10

10119 Berlin, Germany

Contact person

David Kuczek

General Partner

Details

Topics

Consumer Products

Technology

Finance & Investment

Date of the Event

Launch Date

2000

Employees

10–50

Organizational structure

About

Fund Size

€ 1.7 billion

Ticket Size

Early-stage rounds from € 0.5 million to €10 million, growth stage investments of up to € 60 million

Financial Volume

Target Group

Early-stage and growth-stage startups across Europe, with a focus on technology-driven businesses.

What do they offer?

HV Capital offers venture capital funding and strategic guidance to startups, helping them scale and succeed in competitive markets with the support of a vast network of industry experts and partners.

What is their impact?

The firm aims to support the growth of innovative companies that have the potential to become leaders in their respective industries, driving economic growth and technological advancement.

Track Record

HV Capital has successfully invested in over 200 companies, with notable portfolio companies including Zalando, Delivery Hero, FlixBus, and Scalable Capital.

How to get involved?

HV Capital

VC / Investors / Angels

HV Capital is a venture capital firm that invests in early-stage and growth-stage companies across Europe, supporting entrepreneurs with capital, expertise, and a vast network.

Consumer Products

Technology

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Hard Tech Innovation Accelerator

Accelerator / Incubator

Organisation

Profile

The Hard Tech Innovation Accelerator is a program designed to support startups developing hardware-based innovations. Hosted by MotionLab.Berlin, the accelerator offers resources, mentorship, and access to cutting-edge prototyping facilities, enabling startups to bring their hard tech products to market.

Contact

MotionLab.Berlin GmbH

Bouchéstraße 12

12435 Berlin, Germany

Contact person

Mariann Egressy

Head of Accelerator & Ecosystem

Details

Topics

Innovation & Entrepreneurship

Technology

Date of the Event

Launch Date

2017

Employees

10–50

Organizational structure

Hard Tech Innovation Accelerator is a program by Motionlab.Berlin. Hardtech Innovation program is supported by funds from the European Union (European Social Fund) and the State of Berlin.

About

Fund Size

Ticket Size

Financial Volume

No equity taken. Startups recieve € 2,200 / month/ founder in cash.

Target Group

Early-stage hardware startups with innovative products or technologies that require advanced prototyping and development support. Ideal candidates are teams looking to accelerate their product development and scale their businesses. Requirements: All applicants are expected to live in Berlin for the duration of the program and register their residence in Berlin. Your startup must be in the early stage / pre-seed phase. Applicants should not yet have received any public funding in the area of business start-ups. Recipients of the Berlin Startup Stipendium, EXIST and GründungsBonus are not eligible for participation. Your company is either not incorporated prior to the application date for the Hardtech Innovation Accelerator Program, or, if already incorporated, you have not initiated any economic activity involving the offering of goods or services in a specific market. In addition your company must relocate their registered office to Berlin in order to participate in the program. A company may only be founded during the program with its registered office in Berlin. If already established: Participants must have majority control and voting rights in their startup. You should have unrestricted ownership of the intellectual property of your startup (unrestricted rights to exploit the concept or idea). Applicants should be willing to work full-time on and in your startup for seven months. Applicants should not yet have successfully founded a startup. Previous freelance start-ups / companies for “odd jobs” are allowed: The freelance work only included subject-specific, specialized activities within the usual framework without the skills to run a company. Applicants should not have held any management positions. No other permanent employment relationships (full-time, part-time) are permitted for the duration of the program; mini-jobs and self-employed secondary employment on a small scale are permitted. Participants may not be enrolled in a degree program for the duration of the program, unless they are about to complete their studies. This means that no examinations other than the final thesis (e.g. Bachelor’s thesis) may be outstanding.

What do they offer?

The Hard Tech Innovation Accelerator offers startups access to state-of-the-art prototyping facilities, tailored mentorship from industry experts, and a supportive community of innovators. The program is designed to help hardware startups develop their products, validate their business models, and bring their innovations to market.

What is their impact?

The accelerator aims to empower hardware startups by providing them with the resources and expertise needed to transform innovative ideas into market-ready products, contributing to the growth of the hardware innovation ecosystem.

Track Record

500 Members, 70 Startups

How to get involved?

Next cohort starts November 4th. The program is a 7-month accelerator program. You can apply from 15 August to 15 September. After the application phase (15.08. – 15.09.) the Motionlab jury is going to decide who will be invited to the second round of interviews. Afterwards they will announce the teams who will join them for the next batch of the startup accelerator program on the 1st of October.

Hard Tech Innovation Accelerator

Accelerator / Incubator

The Hard Tech Innovation Accelerator is a program designed to support startups developing hardware-based innovations. Hosted by MotionLab.Berlin, the accelerator offers resources, mentorship, and access to cutting-edge prototyping facilities, enabling startups to bring their hard tech products to market.

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Hasso-Plattner-Institut (HPI)

Research / Science

Organisation

Profile

The Hasso-Plattner-Institut (HPI) is a university center of excellence for IT Systems Engineering, offering innovative, practice-oriented degree programs and conducting cutting-edge research in collaboration with industry and academia.

Contact

Hasso-Plattner-Institut für Digital Engineering gGmbH

Prof.-Dr.-Helmert-Straße 2-3

14482 Potsdam, Germany

Contact person

Prof. Dr. Christoph Meinel

Managing Director

Details

Topics

Health & Life Sciences

Technology

Date of the Event

Launch Date

1998

Employees

500–1,000

Organizational structure

Supported by the Hasso Plattner Foundation and integrated with the University of Potsdam as part of the Digital Engineering Faculty.

About

Fund Size

Ticket Size

Financial Volume

Target Group

Students, researchers, industry professionals, and companies seeking expertise in IT systems engineering, digital health, cybersecurity, and related fields.

What do they offer?

HPI offers a unique combination of practice-oriented study programs and top-tier research facilities in IT Systems Engineering, preparing students to lead in the digital age. The institute also offers a range of continuing education programs and professional development opportunities.

What is their impact?

HPI is at the forefront of digital innovation, contributing to the development of new technologies, advancing the field of IT systems engineering, and fostering a culture of entrepreneurship and problem-solving among its students and researchers.

Track Record

HPI has a strong track record of collaboration with industry leaders and has produced numerous successful startups and innovations, particularly in the fields of IT systems engineering and digital health.

How to get involved?

Opportunities for enrollment in undergraduate, graduate, and continuing education programs, as well as participation in research projects and innovation labs.

Hasso-Plattner-Institut (HPI)

Research / Science

The Hasso-Plattner-Institut (HPI) is a university center of excellence for IT Systems Engineering, offering innovative, practice-oriented degree programs and conducting cutting-edge research in collaboration with industry and academia.

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Helmholtz-Zentrum Berlin

Research / Science

Organisation

Profile

The Helmholtz-Zentrum Berlin für Materialien und Energie conducts cutting-edge research on complex materials and their applications in energy technologies, contributing to the global energy transition.

Contact

Helmholtz-Zentrum Berlin für Materialien und Energie GmbH

Hahn-Meitner-Platz 1

14109 Berlin, Germany

Contact person

Prof. Dr. Bernd Rech

Scientific Director

Details

Topics

Energy

Education

Date of the Event

Launch Date

2009

Employees

1,000+

Organizational structure

Supported by the Federal Republic of Germany and the State of Berlin. The center is part of the Helmholtz Association, Germany’s largest scientific organization.

About

Fund Size

Ticket Size

Financial Volume

Target Group

Researchers, industry partners, and academic institutions involved in energy and materials science.

What do they offer?

HZB offers state-of-the-art research facilities, including the BESSY II synchrotron radiation source, enabling groundbreaking research in energy materials and technologies.

What is their impact?

The center contributes to scientific advancements in energy technologies, particularly in renewable energy, and supports the transition to a sustainable energy system.

Track Record

HZB collaborates with over 1,000 scientists annually, contributing to significant advancements in solar energy and materials research.

How to get involved?

Opportunities for collaboration, internships, and research projects are available through various programs and initiatives at HZB.

Helmholtz-Zentrum Berlin

Research / Science

The Helmholtz-Zentrum Berlin für Materialien und Energie conducts cutting-edge research on complex materials and their applications in energy technologies, contributing to the global energy transition.

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High-Tech Gründerfonds (HTGF)

VC / Investors / Angels

Organisation

Profile

High-Tech Gründerfonds (HTGF) is a venture capital firm focused on investing in early-stage technology startups in Germany, supporting innovative businesses with capital, expertise, and a strong network.

Contact

High-Tech Gründerfonds Management GmbH

Münzstraße 15

10178 Berlin, Germany

Contact person

Dr. Tanja Emmerling

Partner

Details

Topics

Industry Agnostic

Date of the Event

Launch Date

2005

Employees

50–100

Organizational structure

HTGF is a public-private partnership managed by High-Tech Gründerfonds Management GmbH, backed by the German Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Energy, KfW, and major industry corporations.

About

Fund Size

€ 2 billion AUM, HTGF IV € 500 million with 200 planned investments

Ticket Size

€ 0.2 million to € 1.0 million initially (Ø € 0.8 million), up to € 4.0 million from seed fund (+ up to € 30 million from opportunity fund)

Financial Volume

Target Group

Early-stage technology startups (pre-seed, seed) in Europe across various sectors, including life sciences, industrial technologies, climate tech and digital economy. Startup should be less than 3 years old before 1st contact. Lead or co-lead investor role preferred.

What do they offer?

HTGF provides seed and pre-seed financing, strategic guidance, and access to an extensive network to early-stage technology startups, helping them scale and achieve market success.

What is their impact?

The fund aims to foster innovation and economic growth by supporting the development of groundbreaking technologies and business models in Germany.

Track Record

HTGF has invested in over 600 startups, with notable alumni including Mister Spex, 6Wunderkinder (creator of Wunderlist), and Crytek.

How to get involved?

https://www.htgf.de/de/gruender/pitchdeck-upload/

High-Tech Gründerfonds (HTGF)

VC / Investors / Angels

High-Tech Gründerfonds (HTGF) is a venture capital firm focused on investing in early-stage technology startups in Germany, supporting innovative businesses with capital, expertise, and a strong network.

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IBB Ventures

VC / Investors / Angels

Organisation

Profile

IBB Ventures is a venture capital firm based in Berlin that supports innovative startups in the region with equity financing, focusing on technology-oriented and creative industries.

Contact

IBB Beteiligungsgesellschaft mbH

Bundesallee 210,

10719 Berlin, Germany

Contact person

Christian Seegers

Investment Director

Details

Topics

Health & Life Sciences

Technology

Media & Creative

Date of the Event

Launch Date

1997

Employees

10–50

Organizational structure

IBB Ventures is a subsidiary of Investitionsbank Berlin (IBB) and focuses on providing equity financing to Berlin-based startups in various sectors, particularly technology and creative industries.

About

Fund Size

€ 120 million

Ticket Size

€ 250,000 to € 1 million

Financial Volume

Target Group

Early-stage and growth-stage startups based in Berlin, particularly those in technology-oriented and creative industries.

What do they offer?

IBB Ventures offers venture capital and growth financing to startups, supporting them with equity investments and access to a strong network within Berlin’s startup ecosystem.

What is their impact?

The firm aims to foster innovation and economic growth in Berlin by investing in technology-driven and creative startups, helping them scale and succeed in competitive markets.

Track Record

IBB Ventures has invested in numerous successful startups, including Babbel, Adjust, and HelloFresh, contributing to their growth and development within the Berlin ecosystem.

How to get involved?

IBB Ventures

VC / Investors / Angels

IBB Ventures is a venture capital firm based in Berlin that supports innovative startups in the region with equity financing, focusing on technology-oriented and creative industries.

Health & Life Sciences

Technology

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Impact Hub Berlin

Coworking

Ecosystem Builder

Organisation

Profile

Impact Hub Berlin is a coworking space and innovation hub that supports sustainable innovators with workspace, community, and programs.

Contact

Impact Hub GmbH

Rollbergstraße 28A

12053 Berlin, Germany

Contact person

Leon Reiner

Managing Director

Details

Topics

Innovation & Entrepreneurship

Sustainability

Date of the Event

Launch Date

2009

Employees

10–50

Organizational structure

About

Fund Size

Ticket Size

Financial Volume

Target Group

Social entrepreneurs, startups, NGOs, and impact-driven organizations.

What do they offer?

Through programmes for startups, corporates and public organisations and coworking and events for impact professionals, Impact Hub Berlin empowers entrepreneurs and innovators to make impact work. By offering access to growth opportunities, supportive infrastructure, and a collaborative community, Impact Hub Berlin helps these businesses overcome the specific challenges they face.

What is their impact?

Impact Hub Berlin supports social and environmental innovation by providing resources, community, and programs to drive positive change.

Track Record

As part of the largest global network of impact innovators, with hubs in over 110 locations across more than 65 countries and a network of over 320,000 changemakers, Impact Hub Berlin unites a unique ecosystem of accelerators and tailored programmes focussed on inclusive and sustainable innovation, combining global reach with local influence.

How to get involved?

Memberships available with various plans; accelerator programs and event space rentals also available.

Impact Hub Berlin

Coworking

Ecosystem Builder

Impact Hub Berlin is a coworking space and innovation hub that supports sustainable innovators with workspace, community, and programs.

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Impact Incubator: Climate Tech

Accelerator / Incubator

Organisation

Profile

Impact Incubator: Climate Tech is a seven-month incubator aimed at supporting early-stage startups focused on climate technology and sustainability. The incubator offers tailored mentorship, resources, and access to a network of partners to help startups scale their impact and bring their innovations to market.

Contact

Impact Hub Berlin GmbH

Rollbergstraße 28a

12053 Berlin, Germany

Contact person

Idil Serifoglu

Scouting Manager

Details

Topics

Innovation & Entrepreneurship

Sustainability

Date of the Event

Launch Date

2010

Employees

10–50

Organizational structure

The Impact Incubator: Climate Tech is managed by Impact Hub Berlin, part of a global network of innovation labs, business incubators, and social enterprise communities. Supported by funds from the European Union (European Social Fund) and the State of Berlin.

About

Fund Size

Ticket Size

Financial Volume

Each founder receives a monthly stipend of € 2,200.

Target Group

The Impact Incubator: Climate Tech is designed for early-stage startups that meet the following criteria: Have developed an innovative technological solution that drives the growth of Climate Tech. Address a challenge related to one of the program’s focus areas. Have a functional prototype of their product or service. Possess an entrepreneurial mindset with a willingness to learn and high resilience. Consist of a team with at least two founders who hold the majority of company ownership (if applicable). Have not previously received a Berlin Startup Scholarship, including the EXIST scholarship. Are willing to establish and/or relocate their company to Berlin. Have not yet registered their company or have been registered (Gewerbeschein) for less than three months before applying. Will not have student or employment status during the program (sabbaticals from university or work are also not compatible). Are German/European citizens or have a visa status that allows self-employment in Germany.

What do they offer?

The Impact Incubator: Climate Tech offers early-stage startups access to tailored mentorship, resources, and a network of partners and investors. The program focuses on helping climate tech startups develop their solutions, validate their business models, and scale their impact.

What is their impact?

The incubator aims to empower startups that are tackling climate change through innovative technology, providing the support needed to bring their solutions to market and scale their environmental impact.

Track Record

How to get involved?

Next batch starts in December 2024. Applications are open until September 30th. Eligible applicants will be invited to an initial interview Ventures who are successful at that stage, will be invited to a pitch event with a selection jury. Selected ventures are informed at least one month before the programme starts.

Impact Incubator: Climate Tech

Accelerator / Incubator

Impact Incubator: Climate Tech is a seven-month incubator aimed at supporting early-stage startups focused on climate technology and sustainability. The incubator offers tailored mentorship, resources, and access to a network of partners to help startups scale their impact and bring their innovations to market.

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InnoTechHub

Accelerator / Incubator

Organisation

Profile

InnoTechHub is an innovation hub and incubator operated by HTW Berlin, focusing on supporting early-stage startups and entrepreneurial projects with a strong emphasis on technology and innovation. The hub offers resources, mentoring, and access to a network of experts to help students and alumni turn their ideas into successful ventures.

Contact

Hochschule für Technik und Wirtschaft Berlin

Existenzgründerzentrum der HTW, InnoTechHub, 2. & 3. Etage

Hönower Straße 35

10318 Berlin, Germany

Contact person

Claudia Trott

Operational Project Coordination

Details

Topics

Innovation & Entrepreneurship

Technology

Date of the Event

Launch Date

Employees

1–10

Organizational structure

InnoTechHub is part of HTW Berlin's broader entrepreneurship initiative. The InnoTechHub is funded through the EXIST Potentiale program with funds from the BMWK (Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Climate Action)

About

Fund Size

Ticket Size

Financial Volume

All InnoTechHub programs are free of charge, with HTW Berlin taking no equity.

Target Group

The program is targeted at students, alumni of HTW Berlin, and other innovative teams with technology-driven business ideas. Teams should have a working prototype and a validated business model. All programs are open to anyone with innovative ideas, regardless of their direct connection to HTW, as long as the idea has a tech focus and is well-developed.

What do they offer?

InnoTechHub offers early-stage startups and entrepreneurial projects a range of resources, including specialized coaching, workshops, and access to HTW Berlin's facilities, including Co-Working Spaces and InnoTechLabs. Programs like InnoTechTrack and EXIST-Runway are designed to support teams through market entry, securing funding, and scaling their businesses. The hub also provides access to a comprehensive network of industry experts, pilot customers, and business angels, along with opportunities to participate in networking events, meetups, and Demo-Days.

What is their impact?

The Hub aims to foster innovation and entrepreneurship within the HTW Berlin community and beyond by providing tailored support to tech startups, helping them navigate the challenges of early-stage business development and scale their impact.

Track Record

How to get involved?

Interested students, alumni, and other innovators can apply to join InnoTechHub through the HTW Berlin Entrepreneurship website. Consultation: Every Tuesday from 1-2 PM, the InnoTechHub coaches provide drop-in consultations on various startup topics, including financing, the EXIST-Gründungsstipendium, and offerings for tech startups. On the first Tuesday of every month, they offer a special consultation hour dedicated to female founders.

InnoTechHub

Accelerator / Incubator

InnoTechHub is an innovation hub and incubator operated by HTW Berlin, focusing on supporting early-stage startups and entrepreneurial projects with a strong emphasis on technology and innovation. The hub offers resources, mentoring, and access to a network of experts to help students and alumni turn their ideas into successful ventures.

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Kompas VC

VC / Investors / Angels

Organisation

Profile

Kompas VC is an early-stage venture capital firm with offices in Amsterdam, Berlin, Copenhagen, and Tel Aviv. The firm invests in breakthrough innovations that accelerate the digital transformation and decarbonization of the building and manufacturing industries.

Contact

Kompas Management ApS

Breeltevej 18

2970 Hørsholm, Denmark

Contact person

Andreas Winter-Extra

Partner

Details

Topics

Sustainability

Built environment

Manufacturing

Date of the Event

Launch Date

2021

Employees

1–10

Organizational structure

About

Fund Size

$ 160 million

Ticket Size

€ 1 million to € 5 million

Financial Volume

Target Group

The fund targets early-stage (Seed and Series A) climate tech and sustainability startups, particularly those focused on digital technology and automation in the building and manufacturing industries.

What do they offer?

Kompas VC offers early-stage startups substantial financial investment and strategic support, enabling them to scale their technologies and maximize their impact on the climate and sustainability sectors.

What is their impact?

Kompas VC’s impact is driven by its commitment to backing startups that develop scalable technologies addressing the climate crisis and promoting sustainable development. The firm focuses on innovations that eliminate emissions from building and manufacturing activities, reduce energy consumption, promote sustainable building materials, and support a circular economy.

Track Record

19 portfolio companies: e.g. again, Beamup, ecoworks

How to get involved?

Kompas VC

VC / Investors / Angels

Kompas VC is an early-stage venture capital firm with offices in Amsterdam, Berlin, Copenhagen, and Tel Aviv. The firm invests in breakthrough innovations that accelerate the digital transformation and decarbonization of the building and manufacturing industries.

Sustainability

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Kopa ventures

VC / Investors / Angels

Organisation

Profile

Kopa Ventures is a venture capital firm based in Berlin that invests in early-stage technology startups, focusing on scalable and innovative business models.

Contact

kopa ventures Management GmbH

Rheinstraße 43–45

55116 Mainz, Germany

Contact person

Luis Sperr

Managing Partner

Details

Topics

Consumer Products

Technology

Date of the Event

Launch Date

2018

Employees

1–10

Organizational structure

About

Fund Size

Ticket Size

Financial Volume

Target Group

Early-stage technology startups with scalable business models, particularly in the digital economy and consumer tech sectors.

What do they offer?

Kopa Ventures offers early-stage startups venture capital, strategic support, and access to a network of industry experts and partners to help them scale and succeed.

What is their impact?

The firm aims to drive innovation by investing in scalable technology startups, supporting them in developing groundbreaking solutions and achieving market success.

Track Record

Portfolio companies: e.g. Green Fusion, 1Komma5, ChargeX

How to get involved?

Kopa ventures

VC / Investors / Angels

Kopa Ventures is a venture capital firm based in Berlin that invests in early-stage technology startups, focusing on scalable and innovative business models.

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Lufthansa Innovation Hub

Accelerator / Incubator

Organisation

Profile

The Lufthansa Innovation Hub (LIH) is the digital innovation unit of the Lufthansa Group, focusing on driving innovation in the travel and mobility tech sectors. The hub explores new business models, fosters collaboration with startups, and develops digital solutions to enhance the future of travel and mobility.

Contact

Lufthansa Innovation Hub GmbH

Brunnenstraße 19–21

10119 Berlin, Germany

Contact person

Xavier Lagardère

Managing Director

Details

Topics

Innovation & Entrepreneurship

Technology

Date of the Event

Launch Date

2014

Employees

100–200

Organizational structure

The Lufthansa Innovation Hub operates as an independent unit within the Lufthansa Group.

About

Fund Size

Ticket Size

Financial Volume

Target Group

Startups, innovators, and digital entrepreneurs focused on travel and mobility technologies. Ideal participants are those developing cutting-edge solutions that can enhance the traveler experience and align with the strategic goals of the Lufthansa Group.

What do they offer?

The Lufthansa Innovation Hub offers a platform for startups and innovators to collaborate on the future of travel and mobility. The hub provides access to Lufthansa’s extensive resources, industry expertise, and a global network, helping to accelerate the development and implementation of innovative solutions in the travel industry.

What is their impact?

The Hub aims to transform the travel and mobility sectors by fostering innovation through partnerships, digital product development, and the exploration of new business models that meet the evolving needs of travelers.

Track Record

The Lufthansa Innovation Hub has successfully launched and supported multiple initiatives, such as Compensaid (a digital platform for CO2 offsetting) and RYDES (a mobility rewards app), which contribute to the ongoing digital transformation of the travel industry.

How to get involved?

Startups and innovators interested in collaborating with the Lufthansa Innovation Hub can reach out via their website or directly through their contact email. The hub continually scouts for new opportunities and partnerships, focusing on innovations that align with the future of travel and mobility.

Lufthansa Innovation Hub

Accelerator / Incubator

The Lufthansa Innovation Hub (LIH) is the digital innovation unit of the Lufthansa Group, focusing on driving innovation in the travel and mobility tech sectors. The hub explores new business models, fosters collaboration with startups, and develops digital solutions to enhance the future of travel and mobility.

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Masterplan Solarcity Berlin

Initiatives

Organisation

Profile

Masterplan Solarcity Berlin is an initiative aimed at making Berlin climate-neutral by increasing the share of solar energy in the city's electricity generation to 25% by 2035.

Contact

Senatsverwaltung für Wirtschaft, Energie und Betriebe Berlin

Martin-Luther-Straße 105

10825 Berlin, Germany

Contact person

Franziska Giffey

Senator for Economy, Energy, and Public Enterprises

Details

Topics

Energy

Sustainability

Date of the Event

Launch Date

2020

Employees

Organizational structure

Supported by the Berlin Senate and various stakeholders from the public and private sectors.

About

Fund Size

Ticket Size

Financial Volume

The SolarPLUS program allocates around € 28 million for solar energy incentives.

Target Group

Residents, businesses, public authorities, and investors interested in sustainable energy solutions.

What do they offer?

The Masterplan Solarcity offers extensive support for the installation of solar energy systems, including financial incentives, consultation services, and educational campaigns to promote the adoption of solar technology.

What is their impact?

The initiative aims to significantly increase solar energy production in Berlin, contributing to the city's goal of becoming climate-neutral by 2045.

Track Record

As of 2023, the Masterplan Solarcity has successfully installed over 10,000 solar systems with a capacity of approximately 72.7 MWp, significantly increasing Berlin's solar energy output.

How to get involved?

Interested parties can participate through various support programs, funding opportunities, and consultation services provided by the SolarZentrum Berlin.

Masterplan Solarcity Berlin

Initiatives

Masterplan Solarcity Berlin is an initiative aimed at making Berlin climate-neutral by increasing the share of solar energy in the city's electricity generation to 25% by 2035.

Energy

Sustainability

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MotionLab.Berlin

Innovation sites / Tech Labs

Coworking