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Happy World Environment Day!   At IE University, we not only care about the environment, but we also aim to foster innovative ideas and solutions to overcome the challenges of the climate crisis. Our Bachelor in Environmental Sciences & Sustainability and Master in Sustainability & Business Transformation are testament to this dedication. Sustainability is present in absolutely all our programs and certificates as a fundamental aspect.   From the IE School of Science and Technology, we're thrilled to bring together divergent thinkers to tackle critical environmental issues through initiatives like the CleanTech Innovation Collider with Cleantech for Iberia. Startup founders, ecosystem builders, investors and researchers gather to discuss innovation and potential breakthroughs in climate technologies in the Iberian Peninsula.   Tomorrow's South Summit will feature an exciting talk on the challenges and opportunities of scaling up cleantech projects. Dive into insights from leading experts on innovative financing and strategic partnerships. Don’t miss out!   Let’s drive sustainable change together! Check out this video to learn more about our initiatives: https://lnkd.in/e7Ve68dB Ikhlaq Sidhu, Alberto Toril Castro, Carlos Monreal, Pol Hortal, Natalia Ruiz Saez, Rafif Srour, Guillermo de Haro Rodríguez, Filipa Abreu Teixeira, David Gómez-Ullate Oteiza, ISABEL SANCHEZ EMMERICH, Angela Rella Mora, Geoffroy Gérard, IDAE. Instituto para la Diversificación y Ahorro de la Energía, Isabela Alcázar PhD, Bianca Dragomir, Joan Groizard Payeras

IE University is the academic partner of Cleantech for Iberia, a dynamic coalition dedicated to pioneering innovative solutions for decarbonizing our economy. Our role in this coalition is pivotal, as we provide the essential academic perspective that, when combined with the insights of other agents such as innovators, investors, governments, and banks, creates powerful synergies. As catalysts and ecosystem builders, this collaboration aligns perfectly with IE University’s mission to foster positive change. Our involvement as members in this coalition opens up numerous opportunities for fostering our academic programs. It enables our faculty and students to engage in cutting-edge research, collaborate with industry leaders, and contribute to impactful environmental solutions. Together we are fostering positive change. #iechainofchange #fosteringpositivechange Ikhlaq Sidhu, Alberto Toril Castro, Carlos Monreal, Pol Hortal, Natalia Ruiz Saez, Rafif Srour, Guillermo de Haro Rodríguez, Filipa Abreu Teixeira , David Gómez-Ullate Oteiza, ISABEL SANCHEZ EMMERICH, Angela Rella Mora, Geoffroy Gérard, IDAE. Instituto para la Diversificación y Ahorro de la Energía, Bianca Dragomir, Joan Groizard Payeras

[👀 What’s Up] The APAC Cleantech 25 report was recently released by Cleantech Group, and our team member, Jing Zhou, served as an expert panelist! 🗒️ The APAC Cleantech 25 report is an annual list of private sustainable innovation companies that have gained the attention of market experts. 🏆 These 25 companies are regarded as having the potential to make a significant impact in the region in the next five to 10 years. The report also includes a deeper dive into the chosen companies with valuable insights into the market from Cleantech Group analysts. Additionally, Jing will be attending the Cleanteach Forum Asia in Singapore on May 7-8, to connect with startups that are dedicated to delivering a cleaner, cooler world. ➡️Register here to join us at the event: https://lnkd.in/eHJjSAt. And check out the APAC Cleantech 25 report ⬇️ #cleantech #sustainable #impact #analyst #corporateventure #APAC

Towards an Industrial Renaissance in 🇪🇸🇵🇹 A heartfelt thank you to Spanish Secretary of State on #Industry, Rebeca Torró, who welcomed today #CleantechforIberia and Breakthrough Energy representatives for an insightful exchange on the adoption of clean technologies for a decarbonised and resilient industry in #Spain. We bring together Iberia’s leading innovators, incubators, universities, banks and investors with a combined fund size of €1bn+ for #netzero solutions in the region, which is rife with #cleantech opportunity. We look forward to contributing to the region’s #reindustrialization acumen and support turn it into Europe’s cleantech industrial leader. Bianca Dragomir Alberto Toril Castro Cleantech for Europe Cleantech Group Seaya Alantra Net Zero Ventures Kira Ventures Inclimo Climate Tech Fund Axon Partners Group BBVA Zubi Group HCapital Partners Build to Zero Matteco Plastic Energy H2 Green Steel Malta Inc REGA ENERGY IE University Nova School of Business and Economics Unicorn Factory Lisboa Startup Lisboa

Great to see Net Zero North West highlighting the work of our director Miranda Barker OBE. Read on to find out what we think are the key areas where government support is crucial. 📈 Innovation Funding “The shift from EU funding to Shared Prosperity Funds has led to a drop in university funding for innovation,” Miranda states. She predicts that this could lead to issues with employment in university research and innovation teams. This shift has the potential to hinder investment in research and development for low-carbon technologies." 💰 Funding “The current competition-oriented funding structure leaves many businesses feeling left out,” She suggests that a market-oriented approach could be more efficient and fair, allowing businesses that reach certain market levels to secure funding." 🚀 Commercialisation Support “Government support for commercialisation remains week,” Miranda states, highlighting that prototypes alone won’t attract customers; demonstrators and further support are crucial for successful commercialisation. Agree? Disagree? Come and let us know at the RedCAT Network on the 12th June 2024. 10:00 until 13:00 at the RedCAT Centre, Red Rose Court, Clayton Business Park, Clayton-le-Moors BB5 5JR. Read more here https://lnkd.in/eiCRWeHm #climatetech #sustainability #cleantech #climatechange #greentech #sdg #impactinvesting #innovation #energy #startups #venturecapital

It’s been just over a week since we were at the UK GreenTech Catalyst Conference from Halston Group at Nexus Leeds, and it’s time to share all the insight from the morning’s sessions! 💡 Mike Kefford, UKI Principle IBM Sustainability Software, got the day underway with a keynote highlighting the importance of data: “Without data, sustainability is not visible, it’s not actionable, and it’s not operational. We see data as one of the key differentiators. How do you take what you learn today and move forward?” 📊 This set the tone for the GreenTech Growth Workshop, which was then followed by two panels: 💰 How to Attract Investment 🤝 Business Support for GreenTechs  Find out what was discussed throughout the morning, including specialist insight, quotes, and questions from attendees (complete with answers from the experts) by clicking the image below! #GreenTechCatalystConference #GreenTech #CleanTech 

[ANTWERP DECLARATION]   The document can now be accessed in PDF format!   CEI-Bois signed the Antwerp Declaration for an Industrial Deal, together with more than 800 signatories.   This Declaration outlines 10 concrete actions to transform Europe into a global leader in sustainable industry:   📝 #IndustrialDeal at EU Strategic Agenda's core  💰 Strong public funding with Clean Tech Fund  ⚡ Make Europe a top competitive energy supplier  🌉 Focus on needed European infrastructure  🪨 Boost EU's raw materials security  ♻️ Increase demand for net zero & circular products  🛒 Leverage & improve the single market  💡 Create a smarter innovation framework  ⚖️ Let entrepreneurship thrive to overcome challenges  🎯 Ensure a structure for achieving results    👉 More information: antwerp-declaration.eu  

[#GreenWeek] As the global #decarbonization drive gains pace, Hong Kong is poised to capitalize on the massive #sustainability #business opportunities and lead the green-#technology charge, officials and experts said at the Hong Kong GreenTech Summit 2024 on Monday. #GreenTechSummit #GreenTechnology #GreenEconomy #AsiaLeadershipRoundtable #CDNews #CDALR

🇨🇦🇪🇺 Over 400 Innovators from Europe and Canada Joined Forces for Greentech at 'Bridging the Atlantic' 🌱   Last week, EIT Global Outreach, together with the Mission of Canada to the EU, hosted "Bridging the Atlantic" – a consortium-building event where over 400 innovators from Europe and Canada gathered to unlock #Greentech opportunities through #HorizonEurope.   🍁 We were thrilled by the level of participation and enthusiasm for cross-border collaboration. With #Canada’s recent association to Horizon Europe, this event marked a crucial step in forming impactful consortia to drive sustainability and innovation.   ✨ The event featured ✅ insights on partnering with Canada, ✅ an overview of Horizon Europe Greentech opportunities, ✅ best practices for successful Horizon Europe submissions, and ✅ regional strengths. Participants then joined 10 dynamic breakout sessions focused on specific calls, enabling targeted matchmaking and collaboration.   Thank you to the Mission of Canada to the EU for partnering with us on this event, and to EIT Climate-KIC, EIT Manufacturing, and EIT Food for their invaluable contributions to the event’s success.   🌎 We’re excited to see the game-changing partnerships and innovative consortia that will emerge from this powerful collaboration. https://lnkd.in/dWVEhZis Adi Barel Aslin Unlusoy Laurent Roux Guglielmo di Cola Márton Herczeg, PhD Tommaso Emiliani Panagiota TSAROUCHI Robbert Fisher Neil Walmsley Konstantinos Georgoulias Antoni Pijoan Margarita Abakova Andy Kerr Martine Van Veelen Catherine Breyssens Ido Rosenblum Vinnova Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland (SEAI) UKRI - Industrial Decarbonisation Challenge (IDC) NKS KEM | Nationale Kontaktstelle Klima, Energie, Mobilität Netherlands Enterprise Agency Euresearch Ministère de l'Enseignement supérieur et de la Recherche Achim Eberspächer Nicolas Wallet Eva Graulund Bøgelund Ann-Marie Colbert Isabella Ismail Marina Maicu Benjamin Wyniger Caroline Martin Eva Somodi Costas Kapsouropoulos Balazs Furjes Orestis Trasanidis Ivana Unkovic Díaz, PhD Photo credit: Christophe Licoppe / European Commission

🔍🌍Now scouting for The Earthshot Prize's next winners: https://hubs.ly/Q02X7bgm0 Imperial College London an official nominator and we're seeking suggestions for startups to nominate for pioneering environmental #SustainabilityStartups. This global prize offers a platform to publicise projects, tailored support from Earthshot’s network of NGOs, governments, funders, and mentors, and a £1 million award to solutions that are already operational and actively contributing to the planet’s restoration. An expert panel at Imperial will assess nominations that focus on one of five key areas: 🌱Protect and Restore Nature ☁️Clean Our Air 🌊Revive Our Oceans ♻️Build a Waste-Free World 🌡️Fix Our Climate. 🏆Notpla, a startup founded by Imperial students, won the Earthshot Prize in 2022 for developing a biodegradable alternative to plastic has recently secured an additional £20 million in investment, showcasing the power and potential impact of Earthshot-winning innovations. Do you, or someone you know, have a solution that could be a game-changer for our planet? Apply through the link below for a chance to be nominated by Imperial👇 : https://hubs.ly/Q02X7d0K0 ⏰ Deadline: 11:59 pm on 17 November 2024