Startups of Tomorrow

SDG 1 | Poverty

Augeas solves the problem of poor waste collection and sorting by rewarding people to dispose of waste correctly in smart containers, turning waste into a valuable, traceable resource.

SDG 2 | Sustainable agriculture

W’Ice offers a sustainable, sprayable biostimulant that protects fruit and vineyard crops from late-spring frost by preventing ice damage in plant tissue, reducing crop loss, environmental impact, and stress for growers.

SDG 3 | Health & wellbeing

Innatify is a data-driven software that reduces nurses’ admin burden, freeing up time for patient care. Co-developed with healthcare staff, it boosts retention, lowers stress, and improves care quality by eliminating unnecessary paperwork and empowering frontline teams.

SDG 4 | Quality education

Change Gamer supports quality education by turning ESG strategy-building into a learning experience for all employees. Through gamified, 5-minute daily activities, it engages staff in co-creating sustainability plans, promoting awareness, shared knowledge, and inclusive learning across the organisation.

SDG 5 | Gender equality

UMA Health empowers women through personalised, accessible (peri)menopause care. With AI-driven guidance and holistic support, it helps women navigate hormonal changes confidently, closing the gender health gap and making women’s health a priority today.

SDG 6 | Clean water & sanitation

NextSDS uses AI to simplify complex chemical safety data, making it clear and actionable for all. By helping organisations identify toxic substances and proper disposal methods, we prevent water contamination and protect workers, turning safety compliance into a tool for clean water and safer workplaces.

SDG 7 | Clean & affordable energy

Voltelli helps mid-sized companies use electricity more sustainably by optimising when they consume energy, especially from their cooling systems. Through AI-driven automation, our platform shifts usage to times when solar and wind power are most available, cutting CO₂ emissions, saving costs, and easing pressure on the grid.

SDG 8 | Decent work & economic growth

 Oyamoto drives talent retention and gender equality by integrating high-quality, on-site childcare into the workplace. By supporting parents during the most critical early years, we foster work-life balance, boost employer appeal, and elevate early childhood development, creating a lasting impact for companies and society alike.

SDG 9 | Industry, innovation, infrastructure

Coliseum offers a scalable supply of reclaimed and surplus construction materials through a single platform—providing a practical, sustainable alternative to new materials. This approach reduces waste, cuts emissions, and helps make circular construction a new industry norm.

SDG 10 | Reduce inequality
Aspilon creates high-performance cosmetics for people with visible skin conditions, combining flawless coverage with skin health benefits. More than products, it fosters inclusion and confidence, challenging stigma and redefining beauty through visibility, not invisibility.

SDG 11 | Sustainable communities/cities

Setle simplifies sustainable home renovation by connecting real estate, finance, and energy compliance on one digital platform. It provides clear, law-based renovation insights and cost estimates, recognised by banks for green loans, bringing transparency to buyers and financial institutions alike.

SDG 12 | Responsible consumption/production

Slimbox tackles packaging waste by enabling SMEs to create right-sized boxes for every shipment, eliminating excess materials, reducing parcel volume by up to 40%, and cutting carbon emissions. By optimising packaging at the source, they minimise resource use, prevent damage-related returns, and support circular, cost-efficient shipping.

SDG 13 | Climate action (CO2 reduction)

C-nery accelerates climate action by simplifying the launch of carbon projects. Through smart software, it turns months of uncertainty into a clear feasibility assessment in days, guiding users on certification, impact, and value. A faster, clearer path to real carbon results.

SDG 14 | Life in water
Bloom Biotech protects marine ecosystems by replacing plastic-based textiles with sustainable, microalgae-derived fibres. By eliminating microplastic shedding and reducing reliance on petroleum-based materials, Bloom helps prevent ocean pollution, bringing clean, carbon-negative innovation to the fashion industry.

SDG 15 | Life on land (biodiversity, population etc.)
TERYA transforms nature into a verifiable and investible asset by providing trusted data that proves the presence and value of natural ecosystems. Focused on biodiversity and carbon storage, they support global nature-based solutions, bridging conservation and investment to protect life on land.

SDG 16 | Peace, justice & strong institutions
UTO Technologies uses AI and existing cameras to help cities detect and prevent traffic violations that endanger cyclists. By turning street footage into real-time insights, UTO supports safer, more just, and data-driven urban mobility, strengthening public trust, rule enforcement, and inclusive infrastructure.

SDG 17 | Partnerships for the goals
Contracto strengthens collaboration in construction and industry by making contracts clear, manageable, and transparent for all parties. Through smart technology, it helps prevent disputes, align stakeholders from the start, and build stronger partnerships that drive sustainable progress.