HackSummit

Bring the crowds to you at the HackSummit We're confirming a lineup of fresh talents to join the Startup Fair in Lausanne, 15-16th May. Investors and Operators make a beeline for the?HackSummit?Startup Fair - a well-known hotspot that showcases what’s new and next for the future of Climate Tech. Now’s your chance to be part of the action: ?? Demo your technology ??? Feature in ClimateHack media ?? Get the word out about your technology ? Spark conversations with investors and potential partners Limited spots remaining.?Apply today?for a Startup Stand and join us there. Ready? Head this way: https://lnkd.in/ejiqDzsf

70+ Plastic Reuse and Recycling Startups ?? While no single solution will solve the plastic crisis, bold startups are redefining the way we handle plastic waste. From cutting-edge?chemical recycling?to?AI-driven material sorting,?enzyme-based recycling technologies, and?advanced waste-to-value marketplaces, these companies are pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in plastic circularity. These 72 companies?around the globe are working tirelessly to reduce plastic waste and create a more circular future. Check out the full list here: https://lnkd.in/ecsn658T With: Breaking Sorted iMicrobes | Industrial Microbes Protein Evolution Greyparrot Empower.eco Birch Biosciences Epoch Biodesign Scindo Samsara Eco Enzycle CARBIOS CICLA 3D CLUBZER? EcoCycle Labs i-Foria Italia ReVentas FloatSync. Cirplus TerraCycle PCX Oceanworks? RESYCURE Source Green Arena Recycling Industry Block solutions Oy ByFusion Conceptos Plasticos S.A.S. EcoBricks Ltd GEXT Kubik, Inc. TileGreen Polycare Terratico j.s.a. Gjenge_Makers Takataka Plastics BioBTX BRADAM Energies Co-Energy Ltd.

Introducing the 4 Next Speakers Join the HackSummit Line Up We’re rapidly bringing together some of the brightest minds and leading voices to join us on stage at the?HackSummit. Designed to spark in-depth discussions and provide you with actionable insights, it’s time to introduce 4 new speakers who will take the stage: ↘?Liz Dennett, Founder and CEO at?Endolith,?who are harnessing microbes and synthetic biology to fuel sustainable mining. Liz is a Scientist turned entrepreneur who is working at the intersection of technology, biotech, and energy industries to revolutionise sustainable mining practices. ↘?Natalie Sediako?brings her experience as a Private Equity investor at?LGT Capital Partners?- a leading global specialist in alternative investing with over USD 100 billion in assets under management and more than 700 institutional clients in 50 countries. ↘?Maddalena Orlandini?leads?Kieger’s Private Equity Impact initiatives, an Asset Manager dedicated to creating lasting positive impact through responsible investment and sustainability-driven decisions. ↘?Igor Kocis?is Co-Founder and CEO at?GA Drilling,?a drilling and geothermal energy company. He has?over 30 years of engineering, business leadership, and serial entrepreneur experience. Igor will join us for a fireside chat to share his latest milestones to bring affordable, cheaper, and cleaner energy to everyone in the world. See all speakers: https://lnkd.in/diFw9pnQ

45 Women with PhDs Behind Leading Climate Startups Meet the women turning scientific breakthroughs into real-world solutions, across carbon capture and utilisation, AgriFood, renewable energy, biomining, synthetic biology, green chemistry and bio-manufacturing. ?? New Materials: Xirui LI, Liz Dennett, Dhaarsi Jaksch, Elizabeth Gilligan, Liz Corbin, Tara Love, Isabell Sarah Karmel, Anne Lamp, G?zde ?enel-Ayaz ?? Green Chemistry: Dr. Sotiria Mostrou, Emily Sheridan, Ophira Melamed, Meital Alon, Leah Ellis, Dr. Tara Karimi ?? Carbon Capture and Utilisation: Jennifer Holmgren , Sandra Astete Morales, Dr. Rose (rezvan) Sharifian, Julia Bauer, Etosha (Eee-tah-sha) Cave ?? Biodiversity: Beth Shapiro, Emira Cherif, Beccy Wilebore, Dr. Ulrike Pfreundt, Kristy Deiner ?? AgriFood: Shulamit Levenberg, Neta Lavon, Shannon Falconer, Kelly Mulder, Lori GIver, Martina Miotto, Frida Grynspan, Luísa Cruz, Verónica García Arteaga, Victoria Outram, Maya Bendifallah, Nimisha Sing, Jasmin Hume, ?? Energy: Jane Melia, Jana Stella ?? Water: Jessica Droujko, Jade Stinson ?? BioTech and Biomanufacturing: Monika Tomecka, Michele Stansfield, Bethany Eldridge Get to know these 45 women and how they're turning their PhD into impact: https://lnkd.in/duSeB5K2

Planning to join us at HackSummit? Then today's the last day to lock in the lowest rate. Having just announced our first Speakers for the HackSummit (cue Daniel Niemi, Rokas P., Yair Reem, Eleanor Blagbrough and Jacob B.) we’re preparing for a stellar program packed with engaging debates and intimate fireside chats on May 15-16th. This year’s HackSummit doubles down on Climate Deep Tech, championing bold hardware and science-driven solutions to tackle climate change head-on. From early-stage innovators to scaling pioneers, this is where frontier tech meets investors, industry leaders, and the decision-makers shaping our future. Want to be in the mix? Come and join us by locking in your pass here: https://lnkd.in/dAYjHw_a

Introducing New Speakers at the HackSummit Having raised almost €800 million in capital between them, we’ll invite the Partners of leading VC Funds onto the stage for intimate fireside chats with some of the exceptional Founders they have backed: Yair Reem, Partner at?Extantia Daniel Niemi, Partner at Atlantic Labs? Jacob B., Partner and Co-Founder at 2150 Eleanor Blagbrough, Co-Founding Partner at Blume Equity Rokas P., Founder and Managing Partner at Contrarian Ventures They?will join the?HackSummit?looking for their next deal and ready to meet with talents from across the Climate ecosystem to supercharge their growth. Come and meet them, and hundreds more investors on May 15-16th in Lausanne, Switzerland. Pro Tip: Get your ticket today before the early bird ends on Friday.

Time’s running out for early bird tickets ??? Momentum is building fast for the next edition of the HackSummit Where we double down on Climate Deep Tech to support companies at the cutting edge of hardware and science-driven solutions. When: 15-16th May Where: Lausanne, Switzerland Who: Stealth to Series B Climate Tech Founders, Partners and Principals behind some of the most active Funds, Corporates, Banks and Asset Managers with a keen interest to collaborate with companies in this space. Sound like your type of crowd? Come and join us in Lausanne for 2 of your most productive days on 2025. Sign up today: https://lnkd.in/dAYjHw_a See you there ????

120 European VC Partners Backing ClimateTech ?? Who's writing the checks in Europe to fund and scale Climate Tech? The market in Europe is maturing, fuelled by founders and investors willing to take on bold, industrial-scale projects. Meanwhile, a thriving ecosystem of universities and innovation hubs are cultivating the next wave of transformative ideas. And at the heart of this growth is a powerful climate capital stack, a mix of funding sources driving the transition forward. So whether you're fundraising or soon to be, we've built a list of 120 VC Partners in Europe to know. → We have only included 1 Partner per VC Fund - of course most VCs have many more, so we encourage you to get to know each of the VC funds beyond the name we mention below. Get to know 120 Partners in Europe from: Mudcake 2150 Course Corrected AENU Astanor Capagro Clima Now Counteract Demeter Emerald Technology Ventures Extantia firstminute capital FoodLabs Giant Ventures Icos Capital Grey Silo Ventures Inclimo Climate Tech Fund Alantra KOMPAS VC Kost Capital Lightrock LUMO Labs Marble Marvelous - Deeptech Fund and Catalyst for Climate Solutions MSM fund (Mustard Seed Maze) Oyster Bay Management GmbH Partech Planet A Ventures Plug and Play Tech Center PT1 Shift4Good Speedinvest SquareOne Venture Capital Techstars Transition Unigestion Unovis Asset Management Unruly Vanagon Verve Ventures Read the full article: https://lnkd.in/e2sBwfSM ?? Plus meet many of them at the HackSummit in Lausanne this May 15-16.

My 10 Must-Attend Climate Events in Europe in 2025 ???? Every year, my inbox overflows with invites to climate and sustainability events. Most? A complete waste of time. But after years in the space, I’ve learned to separate the signal from the noise. These are the ones worth your time, energy, and budget. Oh, and zero affiliation with any of these—just trying to help you plan wisely. That said, I won’t be city-hopping all year. I’ll prioritize 2-3 max. Travel burns time, and time is better spent building, investing, and actually making an impact. Now, here’s my climate conference shortlist for 2025 ?? 1?? Hello Tomorrow ??Paris, France | ??? March 13-14 ?? Deep tech & science-based climate innovation. 2?? ChangeNOW ??Paris, France | ??? April 24-26 ?? Massive, startup & investor-packed, held at the foot of the Eiffel Tower. 3?? HackSummit ??Lausanne, Switzerland | ??? May 15-16 ?? ?? One of the most tech-forward climate events, with great community vibes. 4?? Katapult Future Fest ??Oslo, Norway | ??? May 21-23 ?? Strong “doers, not talkers” event for impact investors & entrepreneurs. 5?? Super Climate Berlin ??Berlin, Germany | ??? June 3 ?? ?? THE side event for climate tech investors & LPs. Exclusive invite-only. 6?? Unplug (by Unruly Capital) ??Italy | ??? Winter edition on March 6-9 + Summer edition (TBD) ?? ? A retreat-style event in the Dolomites for serious climate founders & investors. 7?? The Drop ??Malm?, Sweden | ??? September 15-17 ?? One of the best community-driven climate events. Feels like a big family reunion. 8?? SOSV Climate Tech Summit ??Global (Online) | ??? October 14-18 ?? No flights needed—top investors & startups from across the globe. 9?? Slush ??Helsinki, Finland | ??? November 19-20 ?? Think underground club meets startup conference. Side events are where the magic happens. ?? COP30 – UN Climate Change Conference ??Belém, Brazil | ??? November 10-21 ? Just kidding, skip this one. Politicians will talk. Nothing will move fast. ???? What About the U.S.? Stay tuned—next week, I’ll drop my top climate events in the U.S. Until then… choose wisely. Most conferences aren’t worth the flights. ?? ?? PS: Found this helpful? Join 10,000+ founders & investors staying ahead in climate & sustainability. ?? Subscribe to my newsletter for top insights, delivered weekly. ???? https://buff.ly/4dIya4G #ClimateTech #SustainabilityEvents #ClimateConferences #Networking #ImpactInvesting

100 Frontrunners in Food for Health From?functional ingredients?to?gut-friendly formulations?and?longevity-focused nutrition, the future of food is about leveraging science and technology to deliver real benefits for both people and planet. Here we highlight 100 of the ‘ones to watch’ in 10 categories across Food for Health. Who are redefining how we approach nutrition, wellness, and sustainability through cutting-edge science and bold innovation. Microba Life Sciences BiomeSense Seed Health Tiny Health ZBiotics Ummino Superbrewed Food Inc. Eagle Genomics Holobiome Bio&Me I B Corp Brightseed DayTwo Floré by Sun Genomics Future Biome The Gut Stuff JERMS Minutia.AI NutriLeads Viome Homo Foods SA ???? DE3PBIO (by The Live Green Group Inc) Journey Foods Kaffe Bueno Kingdom Supercultures KoRo Nuritas nutrumami Shiru The Supplant Company AG1 FoodFor? IQBAR January AI KAYTEA Levels Nutrisense TRIBE | Natural Energy?? Yeda Health SOUND Foods Amai Proteins