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Voltstorage manufactures stationary storage devices using vanadium redox technology. This represents a safer and cheaper alternative to lithium-ion batteries.

Distran constructs inspection devices that detect gas leaks faster than current technologies using acoustic sensors in the ultrasonic range. The units enable considerable savings to be made on operating expenses.

Enerthing develops lightweight, highly efficient solar films for powering electronic devices. Among other things, this can significantly reduce battery consumption.

iLocator has set itself the goal of developing a data management platform and sensor technology in the field of smart infrastructure. The platform is designed for managing systems and infrastructure that capture and update data through sensors. The technology can establish an inventory of the physical infrastructure (assets) of cities and businesses.

Stabl Energy invents and produces innovative modular power electronics for battery storage applications and e-mobility. Stabl is aimed at manufacturers of industrial battery storage systems, fast-charging stations and drive trains in electric cars. Their product increases energy efficiency and reliability whilst reducing the overall costs because the battery modules are intelligently and dynamically interconnected.

ChargeX produces an intelligent multiple socket for electric cars. This allows several cars to be charged easily and efficiently in one place. Thanks to the innovative assembly concept, the ChargeX charging points can be installed within a very short time. This saves costs and effort. An intelligent charging logic with an app connection improves the charging current distribution so that all vehicles are optimally charged. The Munich-based start-up focuses on a sustainable supply chain and production that is as emission-free as possible.

Ubiq is a technology provider that makes electric vehicle rental more efficient with the aid of artificial intelligence. The Ubiq platform not only helps customers by making precise predictions about the availability of their electric vehicles, but also ensures that enough electric cars are available in the right place at the right time, and that the vehicles are sufficiently charged.

The EPFL spin-off  Insolight from Lausanne uses large agricultural areas to generate electricity from solar power. As well as enabling the relevant surface area to be used twice, it also offers additional advantages: the modules protect the plants growing underneath from the weather.

Liquind from Berlin is creating a comprehensive distribution infrastructure for liquefied natural gas (LNG) across Europe. The company thereby offers an attractive alternative to heavy oil and diesel for shipping and heavy goods traffic.

Exit: 2021 in favour of Vitol

Thanks to its technology,  Luftmeister is making an innovative contribution to more efficient energy use and climate protection. The air energy meters developed by this start-up are closing a gap in measurement technology.

Exit: 2022 in favour of Danpower