Baltic Innovation Agency

🌊💧 BalticSeaH2: Implementation of the Horizon Results Booster Service 💧🌊 Between May and September 2024, the BalticSeaH2 project partnered with the Horizon Results Booster (HRB) service—a European Commission initiative designed to maximize the impact of publicly funded research. 🌍✨   As part of Module C, Baltic Innovation Agency (BIA), responsible for exploitation activities in the consortium, carried out an Exploitation Workshop and coordinated the implementation of the Horizon Europe Booster Service to refine strategies for bringing the project’s Key Exploitable Results (KERs) to life!    💡 Key Highlights of this Engagement:   1️⃣ Project partners selected the most relevant Key Exploitable Results (KERs), aligning with the D8.3 Exploitation Plan.   2️⃣ The consortium is now actively developing 3 KERs: Public Awareness & Acceptance Toolkit (VTT): To foster understanding and acceptance of hydrogen technologies. Hydrogen Pipeline Development Framework(Gasgrid): Guidelines for safe and effective hydrogen pipeline planning. Integrated Hydrogen Market Platform (Cybernetica): A digital platform to facilitate secure hydrogen transactions. 3️⃣ BIA also conducted a detailed review of KERs, improving strategies for market impact, identified key stakeholders for commercialization, and performed risk analysis to ensure smooth exploitation.   The efforts of the partners make future of green hydrogen in the Baltic region looks bright! 💚⚡ #HorizonResultsBooster #BalticSeaH2 #HydrogenEconomy #Innovation #Sustainability #BIA

💥 We are excited to present the culmination of insights and best practices from 2024 IBESI Nordic-Baltic policymaker workshops. This essential guide highlights practical models, strategies, challenges, and solutions shared by key ecosystem stakeholders from Latvia, Lithuania, Estonia, and Sweden. 💡 The report also features diverse policy-driven and community-based solutions, illustrated through real-life case studies from each country. These examples demonstrate how sustainable and collaborative frameworks can effectively address social challenges. 📖 Dive into the full report and explore the ideas 👉 https://lnkd.in/ddaRAvuT 🤝 The report was created as part of the Integrated Baltic Ecosystem for Social Innovation (IBESI) project by Reach for Change, Baltic Innovation Agency, Katalista Ventures, Social Enterprise Estonia and funded by the European Innovation Council and SMEs Executive Agency (EISMEA). #baltics #socialinnovation #socialimpact #socialentrepreneurship #casestudy

What is twin transition and how does it help businesses? 🌐 🌱 Read our new blog post and find out. 👇 https://lnkd.in/dC3FthqF

💡 Whether you're a social entrepreneur or curious about sustainable business funding, this read is for you! During the IBESI project, together with Baltic Innovation Agency, Reach for Change and Social Enterprise Estonia we explored how social enterprises can leverage crowdfunding to drive impact and growth. From combining crowdfunding with broader support to 1:1 expert consultations, we learned a lot in the process and are sharing our findings in the latest assessment of the crowdfunding program. Read more here 👉 https://bit.ly/3Z7jlEl

There’s more than one way to fund an enterprise, and social enterprises are uniquely positioned to leverage community backing. Through the IBESI Project, we’ve supported several inspiring ventures in their journey to crowdfunding success. 🤩 Story Tile Craft (SIA Mental Health & Gamification) empowers parents and children to connect through storytelling and drawing 🎨 , fostering emotional growth and resilience. Already making a difference, especially for children affected by conflict, this app is available for free to all who wish to explore it. Discover StoryTileCraft: https://lnkd.in/d7jX3szv Baltic Innovation Agency Reach for Change Social Enterprise Estonia

🚀 Visiting Dipperfox in Pärnumaa!   As part of the #Twinnovation project, we are on a mission to explore the digital and green transitions within regional SMEs.    This month’s stop? Dipperfox – a leader in innovative solutions for excavators and tractors, revolutionizing stump grinding with cutting-edge technology.   🌱 Dipperfox's stump grinding technology not only clears stumps in seconds but also is environmentally friendly! Dipperfox’s method allows for new trees to be planted in the same spot with minimal ground disturbance.   💡 Dipperfox has joined Twinnovation to further develop their brand with new products designed to push the boundaries of efficiency and sustainability.   During our visit, we also learned about their green practices: Solar-powered factory with ESG principles in place CO2-free steel and low-impact oil suppliers Eco-friendly packaging and minimized plastic usage   Proud to partner with companies committed to sustainable innovation! #Sustainability #GreenTech

🌍 Sustainable Advancements in Seafood Processing: Twinnovation Project Visit to AS JAPS On October 4th, #Twinnovation project partners had an inspiring visit to AS JAPS, one of the largest freshwater fish processors in Estonia. Key takeaways from the visit: ☀️Solar panels powering their facilities for reduced environmental impact ❄️Enhanced energy efficiency in storage and freezing, leading to significant energy savings 🌿A sustainable shift from Freon gas to CO2 for a more eco-friendly cooling system ♻️Improved waste management practices, minimizing waste and maximizing resource use AS JAPS is setting a new benchmark in sustainable seafood processing by combining sustainable practices, digital innovation, and effective waste management, proving that environmental responsibility and business success can go hand in hand. #crosborder #estlat

🚀 Empowering social entrepreneurs with the right financial tools is key to making a lasting impact! 📰 The latest article within the IBESI project highlights financial tools designed to support mission-driven ventures, including tailored grants, loans and impact investments. These tools alongside microfinance and capacity-building initiatives, empower entrepreneurs to create sustainable change. 🔗 Read more about tailored solutions fostering social innovation across Northern Europe and the Baltics on the website 👉 https://lnkd.in/dfJmUx65 🤝 The article was written as part of the Integrated Baltic Ecosystem for Social Innovation (IBESI) project by Reach for Change, Baltic Innovation Agency, Katalista Ventures, Social Enterprise Estonia and funded by European Innovation Council and SMEs Executive Agency (EISMEA).

We are excited to share that Mart Veliste, Senior Consultant at Baltic Innovation Agency, recently presented several key outcomes of the #IBESI project at the #INTEGER webinar and co-creation session: 1️⃣ Alternative Finance Roadmap – A valuable guide on funding and financing instruments for social enterprises across the Baltics. You can download the Roadmap and enjoy a helpful overview: https://lnkd.in/e3vFWjfA 2️⃣ Impact Evaluation of Hackathon Accelerator Programs – The report highlights the success and lessons learned from supporting early-stage social enterprises. Impact Hackathon and Impact Valley Accelerator programs were delivered by our partners from Social Enterprise Estonia and Katalista Ventures. Tap into the insights: https://bia.ee/ibesi/ 3️⃣ Training Pilots in Entrepreneurial Hubs – Three pilots were conducted by Social Enterprise Estonia in Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania to inform traditional startups and businesses about social entrepreneurship concepts. Learn more: https://bia.ee/ibesi/ 👏 Big thanks to event organizers Inês Saavedra and Rafael Nualart from INTEGER - Interconnecting 4 Helix Innovation Ecosystems in European Regions for creating an inspiring platform to connect with fellow visionaries of innovation ecosystem initiatives! #SocialInnovation #SocialEntrepreneurship #Impact