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48! 👊😃 This is how many applications we have received for this year's idea competition! And once again we are blown away of the great interest and the high level and quality of the ideas received. Thank you for your valuable contributions. On 8 April the jury will meet to discuss and find the 8 finalists who will get the chance to pitch at Food & Bio Summit on 25 April and win one of the four prizes of DKK 50,000. Some facts about this year’s applications: ◾ 22 of the ideas come from one of the universities alone. The rest come from established companies or entrepreneurs without a CVR number. ◾21 ideas from the Capital Region of Denmark, 14 from Central Denmark Region, 2 from North Denmark Region, 9 from Region Zealand, 3 from Region of Southern Denmark. ◾The number of ideas is fairly evenly distributed among Food & Bio Cluster Denmark’s four strategic pillars. A huge thank you to good colleagues in student incubators at all the universities and others in the ecosystem for working together to spread the good word. The green solutions of the future must, among other things, come from knowledge translated into entrepreneurship 👏 The Idea Competition is part of the Food & Bio Summit 2024. Join us for a great day of matchmaking, pitching and celebration of the ideas of tomorrow, interesting talks, news from the cluster, and lots of networking (free of charge for our members). ➡ 𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗱 𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘀𝗶𝗴𝗻 𝘂𝗽 𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲: 𝗵𝘁𝘁𝗽𝘀://𝗹𝗻𝗸𝗱.𝗶𝗻/𝗱𝗧𝟮𝗨𝗶𝘇𝗺𝗵 The Food & Bio Summit 2024 is co-funded by the European Commission and Danmarks Erhvervsfremmebestyrelse Need more info? Contact Claus Gunge E. Mortensen for questions about the Idea Competition. Gold partners 2024: BioInnovation Institute, Potter Clarkson, Rockstart Silver partners 2024: Arla Foods, IFF, Danish Crown #startups #food #bioresources #ideacompetition #sustainableinnovation #euinmyregion

Calling All Exhibitors! Are you ready to showcase your innovative solutions and be at the forefront of driving change? Techstars Startup Week Mutare presents an unparalleled opportunity for exhibitors to shine! 🚀 Join Us: July 8th - 12th, 2024 As we gather under the theme of "Innovation for Food Security," we invite exhibitors who are passionate about making a tangible difference in the realm of food security to showcase their products, services, and initiatives. Why Exhibit with Us? Visibility: Gain exposure to a diverse audience of entrepreneurs, investors, and industry professionals. Networking: Forge valuable connections and partnerships with like-minded individuals and organizations. Showcase Innovation: Put your innovative solutions on display and demonstrate how they're shaping the future of food security. Opportunity: Position your brand at the forefront of the conversation surrounding innovation and entrepreneurship in Mutare. Whether you're a startup with a groundbreaking product, a tech company with solutions for agricultural challenges, or an organization driving impactful initiatives in the food security space, we want to hear from you! Don't miss this chance to showcase your vision and contribute to a brighter, more sustainable future for Mutare and beyond. Secure Your Exhibition Space by emailing faith@greatzambezi.org or event@greatzambezi.org Let's come together to ignite change and create a lasting impact. We can't wait to see your innovation in action at Techstars Startup Week Mutare 2024! #TechstarsMutare #InnovationForFoodSecurity #ExhibitorOpportunity #StartupWeek #MutareEvents #Entrepreneurship

ELEKTRA Today we celebrate Sustainable Entrepreneurship Day to recognize the power of eco-conscious innovation! We at LIFE Elektra are proud to play our part as we continue to champion sustainable solutions that prioritize our planet, our communities, and our future. Here’s to celebrating all Entrepreneurs that prioritize more than just profits and drives sustainable innovation. Let’s keep the momentum going! #LIFEprogramme #LIFEproject #LIFEprojects #LIFEAmplifier #EUGreenDeal #CleanWaterEU #WaterReuseEU #CleanEnergyEU #EU2050 #REPowerEU #EnergyTransition #JustTransition REDINN Apria ITE Instituto Tecnológico de Canarias Gobierno de Canarias Universitat de València Global Omnium Water Services Corporation - Malta UA - Universidad de Alicante / Universitat d'Alacant

Do you already have plans for November? Welcome to the Nordic Circular Summit in #Helsinki on November 18-19 to share ideas, learn and meet circular economy experts and leaders! #circulareconomy #nordics #nordiccircularity

In the heart of innovation and cultural heritage, Amsterdam is home to a new generation of entrepreneurs ready to make their mark in 2024. From tech disruptors to sustainability pioneers, these leaders are at the forefront of shaping our future: - Micky Chen & Linky Chen - The dynamic duo behind Minite, revolutionizing the gig economy with their Students-as-a-Service model. - Konstantinos Kouzelis - Steering Coolset towards a greener future with his decarbonization automation tool. 🌱🔧 - Moodi Mahmoudi - Transforming product discovery with AI through NEXT, Moodi is at the cutting edge of tech innovation. 🤖💡 - Joris Oudejans - With BASH, Joris is redefining social connectivity and event discovery in digital spaces. 🎉📲 - Frans Walter Biegstraaten - Driving sustainability with BIYU, offering an eco-friendly alternative to buying seldom-used products. 🌍♻️ - Anastasia Kuskova - At the helm of Sirius, Anastasia is pioneering sustainable solutions in the mining and metals industries. ⛏️🌿 - Steef Fleur - Founder of Billie Wonder, Steef is championing the shift towards washable diapers for a sustainable future. 👶🌎 - Laurie Lancee - Through Vini Mini, Laurie is tackling the rise of food allergies with innovative food supplements for babies. 🍏👼 - Rens Doornbusch - Leading Roboat, Rens is navigating the future with autonomous sailing models for Amsterdam’s canals. 🚤🤖 These entrepreneurs are not just building businesses; they're crafting a future where innovation meets sustainability. Keep an eye on these game-changers as they continue to drive Amsterdam's status as a global business powerhouse in 2024 and beyond. Full article here: https://lnkd.in/dDYt9FuH #AmsterdamEntrepreneurs #Innovation #Sustainability #Startups #Europe #Netherlands

Addressing plastic waste is possible. The solutions are out there. Come and meet some of the Startups that are pioneering the way to make this world plastic free The Gap in Between in Valencia on 8th October (details in the post below). This article sums up well the challenges and the harmful impact of fossil fuel plastic. 👉 https://lnkd.in/dBZKVbvn

What are the main barriers for entrepreneurs?   We need to find out, and we need to fix them. 🔨   DI Bio is on a mission. We will be the house of startups, representing the most innovative and ambitious founders in the biosolutions sector.   Improving conditions for entrepreneurs is not only a smart thing to do – it is the right thing to do.   If we want to accelerate the green transition, and if we want to sustain our way of living and our social welfare, we need to support the companies of the future. They will deliver the solutions and tax revenue for our societies.   That’s the biosolutions sector, where we have hundreds of entrepreneurs working from early morning to late night, delivering a more sustainable and greener tomorrow.   Mikael is therefore embedding himself the whole week with those entrepreneurs with that mission on mind. It’s all thanks to BioInnovation Institute and Copenhagen Business School, hosting a summer school for the 40 most promising startups of the future.   Follow this space for more conclusions from the Danish entrepreneurial scene, and how we can work together improving their possibilities.   Let’s do this. 🚀   

📣 On 25-26 April, a record-setting cohort of 28 funded startups kicked-off the activities ofr the EIT Community New European Bauhaus "Catalyse NEB" programme at the EIT Food headquarters in Leuven, Belgium 📣 Integral to Catalyse NEB’s mission is its emphasis on nurturing start-ups that align with the core New European Bauhaus principles. In a business landscape where profit margins often outweigh societal #impact, Catalyse NEB represents a collaborative effort to support #entrepreneurship that prioritises societal well-being alongside financial #sustainability; recognises aesthetics and #design beyond functionality; and highlights the beauty within #innovation – making it more #accessible and engaging for all. 💡 Learn about how AGUA DE SOL, a French participant to this year's programme, accelerates the transformation of air into water thanks to the sun, bringing water to the needy and eliminating plastic bottled water consumption at the same time: 👉 https://lnkd.in/eFDSv_k2.

Business and impact go hand-in-hand in the Netherlands. At the crossroads of science and entrepreneurship, InsectSense, a Wageningen University & Research spin-off, is harnessing the incredible sensory abilities of insects to tackle global challenges. Backed by the a cutting-edge research ecosystem, the company is developing technology inspired by insects' sense of smell, opening new frontiers in detection and health monitoring. It’s a perfect example of business-driven innovation with real-world impact. Discover how Aria Samimi founded InsectSense, navigating startup challenges and leveraging the Dutch innovation ecosystem. And learn about his inspiring journey in agri-tech and health innovation. Read the full story on the NL Platform: https://lnkd.in/deuQeKNy Ready to turn groundbreaking ideas into reality? Let’s build a better future, together. #DutchInnovation #ImpactThroughScience #Insects #WorkInTheNetherlands #SolvingGlobalChallengesTogether Netherlands Point of Entry

The 5th point on the 10 things about the Green Alley Award series is Green Alley Award being the centre of circular economy stakeholders. Nick Purser shares some insight on the topic: "I was lucky enough to attend my first Green Alley Award in 2017 – and I’ve been to every final since. I pick up the same (good and sustainable!) vibes each time. The Award creates a unique moment of community for circular economy stakeholders: startups and established companies, lawmakers and academics, crowd-funding specialists and journalists – everyone at the event is committed to a more sustainable future. The final is always in Berlin, and the flavour is always international. I’ve witnessed pitches from outstanding winners – from Estonia, Finland, Germany, Ukraine and the UK – and they’ve fought off pitches from equally impressive runners-up. Maybe once, I was able to say with certainty: they are going to win. The tension is palpable, from the moment the doors open until the winner is announced. And the conversation is about all things circular… and continues long into the night! Yes, for one day in April, the Green Alley Award is the centre of circular economy stakeholders." #GreenAlleyAward #GreenAlleyAward24 #Sustainability #CircularEconomy #Innovation #Entrepreneurship #Recycling #ClosedLoop #Berlin #Startup #Packaging #Compostablepackaging