EARTH Alliance Connect
EARTH Alliance Connect is an international initiative aiming to accelerate climate and sustainability innovation through cross-border collaboration.
Designed to foster strategic cross-border collaborations, the initiative offers a structured and efficient way for corporates and climate-tech startups to connect and explore new partnership opportunities.
Representing four of the world’s leading climate innovation ecosystems, Finland, Israel, Singapore, and Sweden, these “small and smart” nations combine deep expertise, strong innovation infrastructure, and globally recognized leadership in sustainability and technology development.
What’s in it for startups?
Through EARTH Alliance Connect, your startup have the opportunity to:
- Showcase your climate-tech solution to leading international corporates
- Connect with organizations actively seeking innovative solutions
- Explore new commercial opportunities and expand into international markets
Participating corporates include Doral Energy, E.ON, Kiilto, Milouot, Minrav Group, Ormat, SATS, Stena Metall, Södra, and Valio.
What solutions are the corporates looking for?
Explore the innovation areas where participating corporations are looking for startup solutions. More challenge areas will be added soon.
CONSTRUCTION
Construction Planning, Simulation & Risk Management
Construction Waste Recycling & Circularity
Low-Carbon & Carbon-Negative Construction Materials
Worker Safety Technologies
ENERGY
Advanced Heat Exchange & Heat-to-Power Technologies
Autonomous Renewable Energy Operations & Predictive Maintenance
Enhanced Geothermal Systems Technologies
Infrastructure & Management for Data Center Energy
Renewable Energy Business Models & Energy Marketplaces
SF₆ Micro-Leak Detection & Monitoring Technologies
Underground Cable Decommissioning & Recovery Technologies
Utility-Scale & Long-Duration Energy Storage
ESG & SUSTAINABILITY
ESG Compliance, Due Diligence & Risk Mitigation
ESG Risk Intelligence, Monitoring & Predictive Analytics
FOOD & AGRICULTURE
Automation & Robotics for Orchard Operations
Autonomous Berry Harvesting & Cold-Chain Logistics
Berry Discovery, Traceability & Sustainability
Reclaimed Water Quality for Agricultural Irrigation
Sustainable Heating & Cooling for Livestock Production
Sustainable Packaging for Chilled & Frozen Meat Products
FORESTRY
AI-Driven Predictive Maintenance for Forestry and Industrial Equipment
Biochar for Soil Enhancement and Carbon Sequestration
Forest Navigation & Autonomous Operations
Forest Optimization & Traceability Solutions
High-Value Applications for Pulp Fibre
Lignin Upcycling for Sustainable Industrial Applications
Safe & Scalable Forest Nurseries
SUPPLY CHAIN
AI-Powered Procurement Control Towers
Multi-Tier Supply Chain Transparency
Risk Intelligence & Resilience Planning
WASTE, WASTEWATER & RECYCLING
Battery Recycling & Circularity Solutions
Circular Industrial Water & Chemical Management
Circular Material Management & Waste Sorting Technologies
Industrial Water Treatment & PFAS Remediation
Livestock Waste Treatment & Resource Recovery
Mixed Waste Management & Resource Recovery
How does the process work?
- Apply to participate in EARTH Alliance Connect.
- We match startups with participating corporates based on their innovation needs.
- If selected, you’ll receive preparation and background information before your meetings.
- Meet matched corporates in curated 20-minute digital matchmaking sessions.
- Selected startups are invited to a follow-up workshop focused on co-designing pilot projects and advancing promising collaborations.
About EARTH Alliance
The EARTH Alliance project is an international climate-tech initiative spanning four “small and smart” nations – Finland, Israel, Singapore, and Sweden. The initiative is supported by Business Finland, Enterprise Singapore, the Israel Innovation Authority, and Vinnova – Sweden’s Innovation Agency. Together, they connect leading innovation ecosystems to accelerate the development and adoption of breakthrough climate technologies.