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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Innovative Sensor Technology IST AG |
1991 SG Growth |
Manufacturing & Industrial Processes, [ Building Technologies, Energy Management & Use ] | Smart: Sensors |
| With more than 30 years of experience Innovative Sensor Technology IST AG is one of the leading manufacturers of physical, chemical and biological sensors. IST AG specializes in the development and manufacturing of thin- and thick-film platinum and nickel RTD temperature sensors, thermal mass flow sensors, capacitive humidity sensors, conductivity sensors and biosensors. In addition to development and manufacturing of standard sensors, our highly qualified technical team offers consulting and R&D tailored to specific customer requests in the field of sensor technology | |||
| iNovitas |
2011 AG Growth |
Culture, Education & Media, Mobility & Transport [ Fleet & Mobility Management ] | IT: Network, IT: Software, Smart: Sensors |
| infra3D Service by iNovitas brings the roads, the railway corridor and other infrastructure facilities digitally in high resolution and three-dimensionally directly to the user's workplace or screen. This enables processes to be digitised and redesigned | |||
| InPowers |
2023 ZH Validation |
Energy & Power Systems, [ Electricity Grids & Flexibility, Energy Management & Use, Energy Production & Supply ] | Energy: Photovoltaics |
| inPowers develops and launches local energy communities across Switzerland, bringing together citizens, homeowners, businesses and municipalities to produce, consume and share renewable solar power locally. | |||
| Intiyo |
2021 VD Growth |
Energy & Power Systems, [ Energy Management & Use ] | IT: Platforms or networking solutions, Smart: Sensors |
| intiyo, a patented photovoltaic (PV) monitoring and soiling platform, provides a wide range of advantages: integrated, web based analytics solutions optimized for all browsers and mobile and hardware sensors. | |||
| Investerra AG |
2021 SG Growth |
Energy & Power Systems, [ Financial Services ] | IT: Platforms or networking solutions |
| Investerra – Financing Renewable Energy Made Simple: Investerra is a Swiss FinTech startup on a clear mission: to make financing for renewable energy projects easy, fast, and attractive. We empower homeowners, businesses, and communities to invest in technologies like solar panels, heat pumps, battery storage, and EV charging stations – without the need for large upfront capital. Investerra is the first platform in Switzerland fully focused on financing renewable energy projects – independent of the installer. Customers remain in control, choosing their preferred installation partner, while benefiting from long-term energy savings and environmental impact. | |||
| Ionic Wind |
2025 SG Formation |
Manufacturing & Industrial Processes, Energy & Power Systems [ Energy Efficiency, Engineering & Industrial Design, Resource Efficiency ] | Components: Physical & chemical & nano tech |
| This startup is revolutionizing cooling or ventilation by replacing conventional fans with a silent and energy-efficient technology known as Ionic Wind (based on an electric field). Rather than relying on spinning blades, it uses an electric field to move air, cutting down on noise, energy consumption, and mechanical wear. As a result, laptops and other compact electronics stay cooler, enjoy longer battery life, and have an extended lifespan. Delivering 48% more airflow while using less power, this breakthrough makes modern electronics quieter, more efficient, and environmentally friendlier. | |||
| Iron Energy AG |
2024 ZH Validation |
Energy & Power Systems, [ Energy Storage ] | Energy: Hydrogen tech and fuel cells |
| ron Energy, a Swiss spin-off from ETH Zurich and HSG, is developing a patented, hydrogen-based energy storage technology. The system enables safe, efficient, and cost-effective long-term energy storage using abundant iron ore—ideal for bridging the winter electricity gap (Winterflaute). In doing so, Iron Energy makes a significant contribution to a stable, renewable energy future. The solution is manufactured and delivered as a modular, containerized unit in collaboration with industrial partners. | |||
| Keller Technologies |
2000 ZG Established |
Buildings & Construction, Energy & Power Systems [ Building Construction ] | Smart: Home & building |
| Plan, design and build to level, environmentally friendly buildings, neighbourhoods with interessting architecture in China | |||
| Kelva Systems |
2025 ZH Formation |
Energy & Power Systems, [ Energy Storage ] | Energy: Storage other than batteries |
| Kelva Systems is developing a novel technical approach to Thermal Energy Storage (TES) to support industrial decarbonization. TES stores energy as heat and releases it on demand. We provide flexible, on-demand steam generation for industrial processes, replacing fossil-fueled boilers and reducing CO₂ emissions in sectors like chemicals, food processing, paper, and district heating. We are developing a proprietary high-temperature concrete to act as the heat storage medium, at around 600°C. Unlike competitors that rely on off-site, containerized systems, we focus on bulk, on-site construction; significantly reducing insulation and transport costs. Our philosophy is to build systems that are locally sourced, as simple and robust as possible, and certified to last decades with minimal maintenance. We are initially targeting Switzerland and broader European markets, where policy and energy pricing increasingly favour TES. The Kelva Systems team brings decades of experience in clean energy, engineering, and finance. We are also partnering with Empa to advance development of our high-temperature concrete. | |||
| Kern |
2021 BE Validation |
Mobility & Transport, [ Resource Efficiency ] | Components: Resource or material optimisation |
| The patented shape of the corrugated cardboard box enables securely transport of content, space-saving storage, and simple handling during sorting and stacking. | |||
| KLARK |
2025 GR Growth |
Buildings & Construction, [ Building Construction, Carbon Removal & Storage ] | Components: Construction - Advanced materials & energy optimization, Components: Resource or material optimisation, Environment: Carbon capture and storage |
| KLARK develops Switzerland's first CO₂-neutral concrete for the construction industry. The company captures and permanently stores CO₂ in concrete, turning buildings into carbon sinks. Their technology can store up to 250 kg of CO₂ per cubic meter of concrete while maintaining comparable technical properties to conventional concrete. KLARK's solution is industrially available, fully recyclable, and externally verified according to ICROA-recognized standards, enabling immediate climate impact through long-term carbon storage in construction projects. | |||
| Kohlenkraft |
2023 ZH Formation |
Buildings & Construction, [ Building Technologies ] | Components: Resource or material optimisation, Energy: From Biomass (e.g. biofuels, biogas ..), Environment: Carbon capture and storage |
| KohlenKraft develops, designs and produces climate positive building materials. Their plaster and insulation are made out of charcoal. The insulation stores carbon from the atmosphere and can be reused, recycled, landfilled or composted after its use. | |||
| kuafu |
2025 ZH Formation |
Energy & Power Systems, [ Electricity Grids & Flexibility, Energy Efficiency, Energy Management & Use ] | IT: AI Artificial intelligence, IT: Software, Smart: Grid |
| kuafu is an AI-powered grid-edge orchestration hub enabling electrical grid operators to use local distributed resources (EVs, batteries, heat pumps) to manage grid congestion. Connects grid operators and energy management system providers via a neutral platform. https://kuafu.ch/ | |||
| Landos |
2016 BE Established |
Energy & Power Systems, [ Energy Production & Supply ] | Other: Low tech |
| Landos offers general consulting and operational support for the construction of isolated, decentralized electrical supply networks. This includes, among other things the integration of decentralized, renewable energy generation plants. One of our specialities is the overall planning of the projects, coordination of the participants and design of the contract structures including technical content of the various contracts, e.g. O&M, PPA, grid connection, approvals. Landos 2018. | |||
| levitate aerospace |
2025 BE Validation |
Climate, Sustainability & Hazards, Energy & Power Systems,Mobility & Transport [ Data Platforms & Solutions, Environmental Monitoring, Technical Risk Prevention ] | IT: Data usage, Mobility: Drone & flight, Smart: Sensors |
| Levitate develops TENEO|E, a hybrid-lift aircraft combining helium buoyancy with aerodynamic flight for up to six hours of silent, electric operation. Instead of selling aircraft, Levitate provides Aerial Data as a Service: standardized, georeferenced Digital Twins of infrastructure corridors for grid, rail and construction/geohazard clients. | |||
| Lignolution |
2022 ZH Formation |
Buildings & Construction, [ Building Construction ] | Biological: Wood or forest tech |
| Lignolution offers an innovative wood-concrete composite solution through its patented Mikrokerven connection system. Designed to replace traditional notches and screws, Mikrokerven enables faster production and assembly, improved bending stiffness, and a more efficient, ecological construction process. The system is compatible with standard composite floor systems and supports sustainable building practices by combining the strengths of wood and concrete. Lignolution provides technical consulting, early-stage structural support, and industry networking for architects, engineers, and builders. | |||
| LiYF (Bioethanol) |
2023 ZG Formation |
Energy & Power Systems, [ Energy Production & Supply, Resource Efficiency ] | Components: Physical & chemical & nano tech, Energy: From Biomass (e.g. biofuels, biogas ..), Environment: Waste recovery, recycling and re-use |
| LiYF (Life In Your Fuel) develops a patent-pending second-generation bioethanol process that converts lignocellulosic waste – such as straw, forestry residues and other agricultural byproducts – into fuel-grade ethanol. Its Ultrasonic Baffled Hydrothermal reactor and enzymatic hydrolysis system aim to cut feedstock and enzyme costs while lowering energy use, supporting low-carbon fuel for road, aviation and maritime transport. | |||
| Loft Dynamics AG |
2016 ZH Growth |
Mobility & Transport, [ Air Transport, Education & Learning ] | IT: AI Artificial intelligence, IT: Software, Smart: Sensors, Smart: Wearable devices or apps |
| Loft Dynamics is the global leader in virtual reality flight simulation, developing the world's first and only VR simulators qualified by both the FAA and EASA. The Swiss company revolutionizes pilot training by making it safer, more accessible, and affordable. Their full-motion VR simulators combine immersive 360° visuals, dynamic motion platforms, and replica cockpits to provide hyper-realistic training for helicopters, commercial airliners, and eVTOLs—all in a device 10 times smaller and far more cost-effective than traditional full-flight simulators. Pilots can safely practice complex maneuvers and emergency procedures that would be too dangerous in real aircraft. Trusted by Alaska Airlines, Airbus Helicopters, the Los Angeles Police Department, and leading flight schools worldwide, Loft Dynamics is addressing the global pilot shortage by transforming how aviation professionals train. | |||
| Lumiphase |
2020 ZH Growth |
Manufacturing & Industrial Processes, Energy & Power Systems [ Efficiency Solutions ] | Components: Physical & chemical & nano tech |
| Our world is becoming increasingly digital and data traffic is exploding. The infrastructure behind data centers and telecom networks is hitting a wall, and the industry needs a disruptive solution. Lumiphase develops novel optical communicatiion chips that are very inexpensive, super compact and highly efficient. They allow the industry to replace today's costly and power-hungry connections with a new generation of electro-optical links, ultimately enabling a new paradigm in datacenters' architecture and leadin to more flexible, efficient and sustainable use of computing resources. | |||
| Lynus |
2020 SZ Growth |
Energy & Power Systems, [ Energy Efficiency ] | Energy: Battery, Energy: Photovoltaics, IT: Software |
| Lynus is a technology company focused on open software development and batteries for renewable energy systems. All energy components of buildings can be connected on one platform. By using machine learning the platform can help to reduce the CO2-emissions and energy production costs of buildings and generators by predicting weather changes and adjusting accordingly. | |||
| magnes |
2016 ZH Stagnant |
Manufacturing & Industrial Processes, [ Efficiency Solutions ] | Components: Physical & chemical & nano tech |
| Magnes has extensive know-how and engineering capabilities to develop tailor-made magnetic materials that meet the highest customer-specific requirements. The scalability of the manufacturing process enables small series up to mass production. | |||
| matriq |
2019 SG Validation |
Manufacturing & Industrial Processes, [ Efficiency Solutions ] | Components: Physical & chemical & nano tech, Other: Enabling tech |
| matriq offers innovative solutions for the part-indiviual marking of plastic components of all kinds. With the DynamicMold technology, marking takes place directly in the manufacturing machine, whether in injection molding, blow molding or thermo forming. Besides the application for traceability, the DynamicMold technology also offers the possibility to integrate anticounterfeiting features for brand protection. | |||
| megasol |
2004 SO Established |
Energy & Power Systems, [ Energy Production & Supply ] | Energy: Photovoltaics |
| Solar modules are produced with robots and on fully automated production plants. | |||
| Meinroller.ch (Esmoto Zürich Gülbey) |
2020 ZH Formation |
Mobility & Transport, [ Road Transport & Vehicles ] | Mobility: E-motorbike, e-scooter |
| affordable electromobility and advice for everyone | |||
| metafuels |
2021 ZH Validation |
Mobility & Transport, Energy & Power Systems [ Air Transport, Climate Technologies, Energy Efficiency, Energy Production & Supply ] | Energy: Hydrogen tech and fuel cells, Energy: Renewable tech, Energy: Synthetic fuels (e.g. power to liquid) |
| Metafuels is focused on advancing sustainable aviation through its proprietary aerobrew technology, which converts green methanol into Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF). Developed in collaboration with the Paul Scherrer Institute, aerobrew aims to produce e-SAF at scale with higher efficiency and lower costs than traditional methods. The technology supports both synthetic and biogenic methanol sources, avoiding food-based feedstocks. With the SAF market projected to grow significantly by 2030, Metafuels positions aerobrew as a key solution for reducing aviation’s carbon footprint and helping the industry meet net-zero targets by 2050. | |||
| AIMAI (Microliving) |
2022 ZH Validation |
Buildings & Construction, [ Efficiency Solutions ] | Smart: Home & building |
| Living with minimal space consumption without sacrificing anything: AIMAI's concept is full of ideas that make living smarter, more sustainable, and more personal. We decouple well-being from space consumption. AIMAI residents are architects of their own lives, and our properties are as vibrant as their résumés. | |||
| Miromico |
2002 ZH Established |
Financials & Information Technology, Energy & Power Systems [ Information Technology ] | Energy: Grid & Electricity transmission, IT: IOT Internet of Things |
| Miromico is an innovative high-tech company that focuses on development services in the areas of integrated circuits, electronic systems and software. Our clients include international corporations such as IBM, Infineon, Roche and Credit Suisse, but also SMEs | |||
| Mitico International |
2024 VS Validation |
Climate, Sustainability & Hazards, Energy & Power Systems [ Carbon Removal & Storage, Climate Technologies, Energy Production & Supply ] | Components: Physical & chemical & nano tech, Environment: Carbon capture and storage, Environment: Climate tech |
| Mitico provides an affordable, simple and green solution for point-source carbon capture, making carbon capture an attainable and attractive option for underserved markets through modular design and low operator complexity. | |||
| MobyFly |
2020 VS Validation |
Mobility & Transport, [ Maritime & Waterway Transport ] | Mobility: Shipping |
| MobyFly produces zero-emission hydrofoil boats which make use of computer controlled flight systems. These boat are made for passenger transports at speeds of up to over 70 km/h while using 70% less energy than existing diesel ferries. | |||
| Mondaic |
2018 ZH Validation |
Manufacturing & Industrial Processes, [ Efficiency Solutions ] | IT: Software |
| Mondaic provides proprietary software and services for high-resolution 3-D imaging using ultrasonic or geophysical waves. It offers scalable end-to-end solutions for all (visco)acoustic, (visco)elastic, and coupled waveform modeling and inversion needs. | |||