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CirBu

At CirBu we make sustainable buildings the obvious choice for everyone! The earth is running out of resources, and 50% is used by construction, but most is not reused. This is causing big damage to our planet. CirBu's software solution helps property developers make smart sustainable choices in the early report, resulting in lower costs of design, use and maintenance. A Win-Win for everyone.

CELLUGY

At Cellugy, we’re passionate about creating innovative solutions for one of the most pressing challenges of the 21st century: plastic pollution. Our product, EcoFLEXY, is a 100% natural bio-cellulose material produced by the fermentation of surplus sugar with specific microorganisms. The objective is to replace fosil-based plastics and products in a wide range of applications, from packaging to chemicals.

DecarbonICE

DecarbonICE develops innovative solutions for the transport and handling of captured CO₂. By leveraging standard shipping containers and existing logistics infrastructure, we make CO₂ transport safe, flexible, and cost-effective, helping accelerate the global deployment of Carbon Capture, Utilization and Storage (CCUS).

Tech Nordic Advocates

Tech Nordic Advocates is Northern Europe’s largest and only pan-Nordic/Baltic tech startup organisation. We’re a not-for-profit community that brings entrepreneurs, investors, corporates and experts together to fuel innovation, collaboration and growth across the region and internationally. We’re part of Global Tech Advocates, a worldwide tech community of 48 hubs, across 60 countries and 30,000 tech leaders – helping to connect our ecosystem to the world.

Nordsea Energy

My startup is in the planning stage and aims to deploy scalable solar-hybrid mini-grids—using technology of Nordic origin—to provide reliable, affordable clean energy to general hospitals across Sub-Saharan Africa. Hospitals widely suffer from unreliable electricity (only ~50% have consistent access per WHO data), leading to frequent blackouts, costly diesel dependence, and life-threatening interruptions to surgeries, emergencies, diagnostics, labs, and refrigeration.The venture targets massive untapped demand in a high-priority healthcare sector, with stable anchor revenue from hospitals, diesel cost savings, falling component costs, supportive policies, and non-binding government agreements in select countries to facilitate rollout—creating very profitable scaling alongside major social/environmental impact for uninterrupted lifesaving operations.Actively exploring feasibility, partnerships, and pilots. Happy to discuss further under NDA for deeper details.

Paint'R

In the European Union alone, more than 1.5 million paint buckets are discarded daily, constituting a disposal of 340 tons of single-use plastic that is incinerated each day. Starting from early 2023 (2025 in Denmark and Slovenia), manufacturers are obligated to cover the disposal costs of their packaging based on sustainability criteria. In Denmark, this translates to an estimated 15% fee on paint buckets. Furthermore, the conventional round shape of packaging has proven suboptimal for logistics and transportation. Beyond its environmental impact, the traditional paint bucket poses challenges for professional painters. These challenges encompass ergonomic issues during handling, such as the strain of lifting two buckets simultaneously, which exceeds recommended weight limits according to the Working Environment Authority. Painters also find themselves in awkward positions when pouring paint into a roller bucket for wall application. The demanding physical nature of the painting profession in Denmark results in accelerated fatigue and early retirement for painters. Additionally, issues like lid leakage due to dried paint and the use of fragile, porous plastic contribute to unexpected spills, particularly during abrupt vehicle stops. Our innovative solution involves a cardboard box housing two patent-pending plastic bags, each containing 5 liters of paint. This packaging not only enhances the workflow for professional painters but also reduces costs and lowers carbon dioxide equivalent (CO2e) emissions by approximately 65% per unit. The box's design facilitates easy and ergonomic transportation, allowing for a 45% increase in units per pallet. The box is opened, and one of the bags is inserted into a standard roller bucket used by painters. The bag effortlessly opens and seamlessly fits into the roller bucket, wrapping around the edges, and enabling the painter to begin work promptly. This functionality is made possible through an innovative patented design and specific plastic welding techniques.

Sawux

More than 40% of the electrical energy in office environments is used outside working hours. CO2 in buildings has too high a level, which gives sick employees and students who lose 12% of their learning ability. Ventilation is often oversized by 10-20% due to uncertainty about CO2 levels, which have not been adequately investigated and measured. Often, consulting firms offer a measurement over 30 days. The measurements are only a snapshot of the real picture, which does not take into account the season and number of people in the room. VOCs in buildings are more harmful than first thought. VOC combined with too high CO2 can cause allergic reactions and over time develop asthma. The solution for reducing electricity consumption is to use intelligent automation and with behavior control. A sensor can be set up in areas that are used that automatically turn on the light when there is a person present. Several companies offer this solution, but if it is to be used for something, the devices must send data to the central server, after which you can analyze when and how much. The data set provides better management and control. For the CO2 problem, sensors are set up in the premises. The problem with existing sensors on the market is they have to be mounted with cable that is led maybe 100m away to a central box. It is both expensive and often not without surprises, especially for older buildings where drawings are often not updated. Sawux solves several of the mentioned problems. Sawux is a combination of 5 sensors in the same unit that measure and operate wirelessly. The sensors have access to a Cloud server, where data is collected every minute. Then data can be analyzed and given a real picture over time, which forms the basis for the right decision and correct ventilation systems. Sawux fits into existing 230V electrical environment and does not require cabling, boxes, battery or external power supplies. Sawux connects to the Internet via standard WiFi, which is found in all modern buildings. Sawux's solution is very cost effective and user friendly which is able to provide valid data. The Sawux system comes with an app. and web based energy management system, where you can at any time perform analysis of the building completely at the contact level.

Amalo

Our aim is to make the transition from fossil heating to sustainable heating as easy and profitable as possible for private homeowners. At Amalo, we understand that integrating renewable energy solutions is key to achieving this goal. That's why, in addition to our focus on sustainable heat pump solutions, we also offer high-quality solar panels. This addition enhances our commitment to a greener future and provides a more comprehensive approach to energy efficiency for our customers. Our way to achieve this goal is to provide a market-leading user experience from initial customer contact to when we install a sustainable heat pump solution in the customer's home. The integration of solar panels into our offerings aligns perfectly with this vision, ensuring that our customers have access to a wider range of sustainable energy options. What is unique about Amalo is that we provide a full online customer experience. We have emulated the traditional physical visit at the customer's address through an online configurator. This innovative approach not only means we can offer more economical heat pump solutions faster than any other provider but also allows us to efficiently incorporate solar panel solutions into our customer's energy plans. By doing so, we ensure that our customers receive a tailored, comprehensive approach to their energy needs, all from the comfort of their own home.

Growstack - part of Foodstack

Growstack is an open-source non-profit community project addressing the issues within our food system via vertical farming, to improve food quality and sustainability. Foodstack - the community behind Growstack - is for do'ers of all kinds who want to get involved hands-on with and share knowledge about food technology. We are everything from engineers, designers and entrepreneurs to food professionals, scientists and farmers. Growstack has an indoor growth lab and production facility in Østerbro, Copenhagen.

SteamFoss A/S

Vi benytter os af fremtidens teknologi og gør din bil helt ren med blot 3 liter vand. Vores dampmetode sparer på vandforbruget. En liter vand forvandles til 1.700 liter tørdamp. En dampvask af din bil udgøres reelt set kun af tre liter vand – i modsætning til en traditionel bilvask hvor der anvendes 300 liter vand. Metoden er også effektiv, fordi den 170 grader varme damp trænger ned i alle afkroge af bilen, hvor den fjerner snavs og dræber bakterierne i hele bilen.

Vhycle

We are a startup in the early stage that is developing a platform of vehicle-recyclingOur goal is to recycle the vehicles that are in disuse and put them available to anyone who needs one. This is for the purpose of contributing to the creation of smart cities, as well as to protect the environment since our philosophy is based on the Sustainable Development Goals.We are currently in a stage of fundraising and we are also looking for the right team to make our mission a reality. We are a startup with an office in Nykobing Falster, but we believe that you can work from anywhere, whether you are in Copenhagen, Aarhus, or traveling.We are motivated to know that we are doing something that will change the world to improve it since we believe that nobody needs to buy a new vehicle, but rather, recycle it.We are currently looking for great humans who want to accompany us on this trip and who want to join the team. Designers UX/UI and Programmers. If you think you should be part of something big that changes the world, then contact us.

Ubiqisense ApS

At Ubiqisense we created an occupancy & footfall solution, which collects data on the way people use and interact with spaces. We help create a better work environment and a better workplace experience, by helping companies adapt spaces to people’s real needs. Our solution provides valuable insights and by integrating it with other smart energy-saving solutions, it contributes to making buildings more sustainable entities. Join our team at Blox in downtown Copenhagen - an architectural landmark made to inspire.

zeal aps

At zeal, we partner with businesses seeking to build profitable and sustainable business models, without compromising people, passion or planet. We are a small team of advisors working from home, the office, co-working spaces - when and where ever. We are dedicated to building healthy and thriving businesses for the greater good. We are passionate about sharing our findings and models in order to help everyone change the future of work for the better. We work with a win-win mindset of inclusion, collaboration, knowledge-sharing and generosity, and we expect the same from the people we work with.

think.dk

We want to save the world. How about you?We are the Center for Acceleration of Change: a non-profit knowledge platform, event and project space and a co-creative community for people who want to work towards a brighter future. By applying a holistic approach to sustainability and promoting alternative solutions, we spread awareness and promote human connection. Our Center an intersection point for Changers of all kind and empowers people to act.It is time to take a step. Join us now.  think.dk is the Center for Acceleration of Sustainable Change - a platform for all initiatives that aim to support the development of society towards a more sustainable lifestyle.The Center was opened in September 2016 and is since then run by Martin (Ideologue, developer, writer and (r)evolutionary in spe) and Anja (Environmental manager, epicurist, enthusiast and hopeless optimist). We have always been concerned about the fact that this planet is step by step ruined by how things work today. So finally we decided to try to change the world, full-time.Today, there exist numerous initiatives for a more sustainable lifestyle, but they stay hidden in niches because they lack a lobby - and people are stuck in their old habits. This is why we now host a platform for new ideas and offer events and workshops which further sustainability, sharing and collaboration. We encourage and facilitate discussions on new paradigms and explore new work/life patterns.We want to offer serious and sustainable solutions to the problems that affect everyone every day. And we want to make a difference. We are extremely happy to say that the same goes for all of our members. It's not about what we could do in the past, but what we can do today. We think that this is how tomorrow is made.At think.dk, we:Provide and promote alternative and sustainable concepts for everyone (shareconomy | reuse/reduce/recycle)Offer new perspectives and raise awareness with talks, movie screenings and workshops on sustainability topicsBuild an accumulating service environmentQuestion the established consumption habits on all scalesConnect and combine like-minded people and sustainable initiativesExperiment with new paradigms and challenge the normWe accelerate sustainable change. We aim to save the world. Join us now!

Nordsense

Nordsense is on a mission to make the world more sustainable through efficient waste, reuse, and recycling management. With an end-to-end solution based on IoT smart sensors, Nordsense provides the technology and data needed to transition to cost- and carbon efficient waste and resource operations.