This database includes high potential projects and companies in the environment and energy sectors based and working primarily in Switzerland, founded or active since 2000 and still operational. The maturity phase ranges from initial concept (formation or validation) up to those that are trying to capture a larger market space (growth and then established). Discover the companies by using the search filters. Sort the list by clicking on the arrows next to founding year, canton and phase. If your innovation is missing, please add your project here .
| Company Name | Founding year Canton What phase are you currently in? | Areas of Activity [Subareas] | Technology |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eleven Dynamics |
2020 SO Validation |
Manufacturing & Industrial Processes, [ Efficiency Solutions, Engineering & Industrial Design, Resource Efficiency ] | IT: AI Artificial intelligence, IT: Platforms or networking solutions, IT: Software, Smart: Measuring & monitoring, Smart: Robotic |
| nEleven Dynamics is a software developer and full-breed integrator of automated production solutions, specializing in smart automation for manufacturing quality inspection and robotics. The company's open platform (NEXOS/Automation Suite) interconnects existing metrology software with measurement devices and sensors to automate and streamline measurement workflows, enabling Smart Factory 4.0. | |||
| elmoove |
2017 SH Growth |
Mobility & Transport, Energy & Power Systems [ Fleet & Mobility Management ] | Energy: Photovoltaics, Mobility: E-bike, Mobility: Electric, Smart: Home & building |
| elmoove combines the knowledge from the sectors e-bike, energy management and load management for EV's. Our own product is a e-bike charging station for appartements, buildings and public use. | |||
| Emissium |
2023 VD Validation |
Energy & Power Systems, [ Electricity Grids & Flexibility ] | IT: Blockchain or algorithms |
| Emissium brings reliable, transparent and actionable electricity emissions data | |||
| eMobilityLab |
2021 BE Formation |
Mobility & Transport, [ Road Transport & Vehicles ] | Mobility: E-car, Mobility: Electric, Mobility: E-vehicle charging |
| Advice and transfer of practical knowledge in the areas of electromobility and charging infrastructure | |||
| emost |
2022 ZH Growth |
Energy & Power Systems, [ Energy Storage ] | Components: Construction - Advanced materials & energy optimization, Energy: Battery, Smart: Grid |
| emost is an Axpo Spin-off building an ecosystem that uses mobile batteries to replace diesel generators – hence, greening off-grid electricity. Their first product has been developed and tested during the last four years and is today delivering CO2 free electricity to construction sites and event locations all over Europe. | |||
| Emovemotorstore (Emove) |
2012 ZH Stagnant |
Mobility & Transport, [ Road Transport & Vehicles ] | IT: Platforms or networking solutions, Mobility: Electric, Mobility: E-motorbike, e-scooter |
| Emovemotorstore GmbH was founded in 2012 with the aim of offering clean, efficient, reliable and affordable mobility in the high-end field of electric mobility. | |||
| Ener Blue |
2012 TI Established |
Energy & Power Systems, [ Energy Production & Supply ] | None |
| Ener Blue is a Swiss based company with significant expertise in the design and construction of high pressure hydrogen plants based on water electrolysis. Our specialty is to provide standard and semicustom designed high-end hydrogen equipment. The engineering team is committed to safety and long term reliability of the implemented solutions. We focus on clients needs and provide suitable solutions optimized on maximum return on investment for the client. Ener Blue proprietary advanced electrolysis technology allows the manufacturing of products with incomparable performance and advantages. More than 40 clients worldwide are already taking profit of our solutions. | |||
| Energie 360° AG |
2013 ZH Established |
Energy & Power Systems, [ Energy Production & Supply ] | Energy: Renewable tech, Mobility: Electric, Mobility: E-vehicle charging |
| Energie 360° is a Swiss energy service provider that offers the entire spectrum of environmentally friendly energy solutions. | |||
| ENERGYS |
2013 JU Established |
Energy & Power Systems, [ Energy Efficiency ] | Other: Low tech |
| ENERGYS is an engineering bureau, established in La-Chaux-de-Fonds (Switzerland) since 1st January 2010 and working principally in the Swiss cantons of Neuchâtel and Jura. The company was founded by Yannick Sanglard, a thermal engineering graduate with more than 10 years' experience in this field. Main activities: planning and design of heating, cooling and ventilation systems (HVAC), analysis and optimization of energy use in buildings and in industry, compilation of cantonal energy dossiers, applications for financial support, advice on compliance with Swiss energy building standards Minergie and Minergie. Clients: As an engineering office, we provide services to industry, to the public sector and to private clients relating to commercial property, public buildings and residential accommodation and spanning both renovation projects and new builds. The philosophy of ENERGYS is centered on customer satisfaction and cost-effectiveness. Our particular focus is energy consumption and annual running costs, combining expertise in construction with knowledge and experience of interdisciplinary working, quality considerations and project deadlines. ENERGYS recognizes the urgency of the agenda to protect the environment and manage energy resources. As a result, we develop energy efficient solutions and promote the use of renewable sources whilst always remaining mindful of the economic requirements which must be met. | |||
| Enerphy Suisse |
2022 ZH Formation |
Energy & Power Systems, [ Energy Management & Use ] | IT: Blockchain or algorithms, Smart: City, Smart: Home & building |
| Installation of renewable energy, mainly solar systems. Service from initial consultation and design, to construction and maintenance. | |||
| enersuisse |
2018 ZH Established |
Energy & Power Systems, [ Energy Management & Use ] | IT: Data usage |
| enersuisse relies on the comprehensive know-how and many years of experience of its owners (EKZ, Primeo Energie and Romande Energie) in the billing process (meter-to-customer process). The company focuses on competencies in metering technology, in the billing of energy services and in customer service. Technically, enersuisse relies on high-quality systems and infrastructures. | |||
| ennos |
2006 BE Growth |
Circular Economy, Waste & Resources, Energy & Power Systems [ Resource Efficiency ] | Components: Pump, Environment: Water conservation |
| Ennos develops pumping technologies that are affordable and appropriate for farmers and communities. ennos promotes the use of CO2-free, economic solar pumps that combine income, productivity and labor-saving benefits and a more sustainable use of the resources energy and water. | |||
| Enshift |
2022 ZG |
Energy & Power Systems, | None |
| enshift AG is a Swiss energy solutions provider enabling the decarbonisation of large residential, commercial, and industrial buildings. The company develops, finances, implements, and operates integrated renewable energy systems, including photovoltaic installations, battery storage, heat pumps, electric mobility infrastructure, and intelligent energy management solutions. By combining technical expertise, digital monitoring, and flexible financing models, enshift supports property owners and portfolio managers in reducing carbon emissions, increasing energy efficiency, and optimising the long-term economic performance of their real estate assets. | |||
| Aquazoom |
2015 ZG Validation |
Energy & Power Systems, [ Biodiversity & Ecosystem Protection ] | Energy: Hydro |
| AquaZoom removes barriers to fish migration while producing power - economically restoring rivers everywhere. We strive for electricity production in complete harmony with nature. Therefore, we grew to leading pioneers in micro hydropower and aim to share our patented water vortex technology worldwide. | |||
| eRevo |
2020 LU Validation |
Energy & Power Systems, [ Energy Management & Use ] | Energy: Combustion tech & combined heat and power, Energy: Hydrogen tech and fuel cells, Energy: Storage other than batteries |
| eRevo AG is dedicated to the energy revolution of building energy by means of H₂ and thus contributes an approach to the decarbonization of our living spaces. | |||
| e-swissolar |
2006 ZG Established |
Energy & Power Systems, [ Electricity Grids & Flexibility ] | IT: Platforms or networking solutions |
| etavalve |
2020 ZH Formation |
Energy & Power Systems, [ Energy Efficiency, Energy Production & Supply ] | Environment: Climate tech |
| Etavalve is a Swiss startup developing compact heat-to-power systems based on a piston-driven Brayton engine with patented electro-hydraulic valve actuators. Their technology efficiently converts industrial waste heat—especially in the 500–900 °C range—into electricity, making it suitable for sectors like metal and cement production. The system offers a cost-effective alternative to conventional turbines for medium-scale applications. | |||
| Evaarist |
2024 VS Validation |
Energy & Power Systems, [ Energy Storage ] | Energy: Battery |
| Evaarist is a Swiss company based in Sion, specializing in renewable energy and energy self-sufficiency solutions enabling autarci through batteries. The company develops network platforms that optimize energy production, storage, and consumption, enabling businesses and communities to achieve greater energy independence. | |||
| Evatec |
2004 SG Established |
Manufacturing & Industrial Processes, [ Efficiency Solutions ] | Other: Enabling tech |
| Evatec offers a range of platform architectures equipped with evaporation, sputter , etch and PECVD source technologies according to application, substrate format and throughput requirements, due to thin film deposition systems enable manufacture of the worlds highest performance optical, optoelectronic and semiconductor devices. Our Advanced Process Control ( APC) technologies enables new level of thin film performance and production yield. | |||
| Evolium Technologies SA |
2024 VS Validation |
Energy & Power Systems, [ Energy Efficiency, Energy Storage ] | Environment: Waste recovery, recycling and re-use |
| Evolium Technologies accelerates battery circularity by transforming used micromobility batteries into reliable, modular energy storage systems for renewable energy. Our innovative process combines robot-assisted disassembly, autonomous AI-driven testing, and scalable reassembly to unlock the full potential of second-life batteries—reducing electronic waste and the environmental footprint of storage. We serve renewable energy producers, off-grid infrastructure, and SMEs seeking affordable, sustainable energy storage. Our subscription-based model guarantees performance while significantly lowering CAPEX. What sets Evolium apart is our proprietary technology in intelligent testing and modular reassembly, enabling cost-effective, scalable reuse. Our batteries are repairable, traceable, and adapted to diverse use cases, positioning us as pioneers in sustainable, distributed storage solutions. | |||
| Fiaxell |
2018 VD Established |
Energy & Power Systems, [ Energy Production & Supply ] | Other: Enabling tech |
| A global solution for Solid Oxide Fuel Cell (SOFC), electrolyser (SOEC) & high temperature electrochemical devices Over the past nine years, Fiaxell has developed processes for cell fabrication, specialty screen printing inks, flexible testing devices for high temperature measurements and has now provided customers worldwide. To complement our core competences, we identified highly skilled manufacturers of electronics (power supply & EIS), kilns, gas control, liquid management, gas detection, hydrogen generators and are working closely with them. | |||
| Firefly Fusion |
2024 Formation |
Energy & Power Systems, [ Energy Production & Supply ] | Environment: Climate tech |
| Firefly Fusion aims to accelerate the commercialization of fusion energy by building a compact tokamak using proven technologies. Leveraging 60 years of tokamak science and supported by a network of global experts and institutions, the company focuses on rapid, cost-effective deployment. Its team includes leading figures from CERN, IRFM, and ITER, and it operates in the heart of Europe's fusion ecosystem. | |||
| Flowconverter Energy |
2007 ZH Formation |
Energy & Power Systems, [ Energy Production & Supply ] | Energy: Hydro (small scale) |
| The company aims to develop, manufacture and operate innovative environmental technologies. The main produkt is the FLOWCONVERTER™, an innovative flow generator for the generation of electric current. The fields of application of FLOWCONVERTER™ are brooks, rivers, canals and ocean currents, where it can be installed without a negative impact on fish or the waters natural behaviour. | |||
| Flux Mobility |
2021 ZH Formation |
Mobility & Transport, [ Road Transport & Vehicles ] | Mobility: E-cargo, Mobility: Electric |
| The start-up develops and builds high-quality e-transporters based on a modular platform concept. | |||
| fortyfour |
2025 SG Validation |
Food, Agriculture & Forestry, Energy & Power Systems [ Carbon Removal & Storage, Energy Production & Supply, Smart Farming & Agritech ] | Energy: Renewable tech, Environment: Carbon capture and storage, Environment: Climate tech |
| fortyfour develops modular, fully electric Direct Air Capture (DAC) technology to capture CO₂ from the atmosphere and supply it to greenhouses on-site. Replaces fossil CO₂ supply while enabling carbon sequestration at agricultural scale. https://fortyfour.earth/ | |||
| Frigg |
2022 ZG Growth |
Financials & Information Technology, Energy & Power Systems [ ESG Reporting & Compliance, Financial Services ] | IT: AI Artificial intelligence, IT: Blockchain or algorithms, IT: IOT Internet of Things, IT: Software |
| Frigg is a Zug-based SaaS marketplace connecting renewable energy developers with institutional investors. The platform streamlines financing for small and mid-sized projects (0.5-50 MW) through AI-powered analysis, blockchain tokenization, and IoT monitoring. Founded in 2022, Frigg has facilitated EUR 12 million in investments across 174 projects worth EUR 760 million, addressing the funding gap in climate infrastructure. | |||
| FrostForge |
2024 GE Validation |
Energy & Power Systems, [ Climate Technologies, Disaster Risk & Hazard Prevention, Energy Efficiency ] | Components: Physical & chemical & nano tech, Energy: Cooling tech, Energy: Solarthermal |
| FrostForge delivers off-grid, solar-powered ice makers in containerized units that provide zero-emission refrigeration for cold chain operations in regions without reliable electricity, reducing CO₂ emissions by 40% compared to diesel-based systems. | |||
| Gaia Turbine |
2020 TI Validation |
Energy & Power Systems, [ Energy Production & Supply ] | Energy: Hydro, Energy: Hydro (small scale) |
| An innovative hydraulic turbine with two counter-rotating rotors Gaia Turbine has developed an innovative plug-and-play system for hydropower. Their high-performance dual rotor turbine is designed to maintain high efficiency (80%-90%) across a range of water flows and head jumps. It allows rapid and easy installation without the need for major infrastructure and is ideally suited for places where other turbines struggle to perform. | |||
| Ganser CRS |
2003 ZH Established |
Mobility & Transport, [ Road Transport & Vehicles ] | Other: Enabling tech |
| The Common Rail injection technology has contributed significantly to the new era of the modern diesel engine. The diesel engine became more powerful, runs quietly and produces far less emissions than in the past. | |||
| Gastros Switzerland |
2022 ZH Established |
Manufacturing & Industrial Processes, [ Engineering & Industrial Design ] | Energy: Heat Exchanger, Energy: Heat industrial usage |
| Gastros Switzerland redefines the way of how food can be kept warm. We offer a genuine alternative for professionals from the catering industry who like to feed their guests at modern, multi-functional and individually designed buffets. | |||