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Startups - Please take part in our large 2026 Startup Survey!

The survey helps us better understand how Swiss impact startups are evolving — and how current market and policy developments affect growth. With this information the Swiss Innovation Monitor will support the startup ecosystem, do research & make policy recommendation. As a Swiss Startup you should have a personal invitation link in your inbox - please check spam or get back to us if not via info @ innovation-monitor.ch.

Save the Date: Energy Startup Day 2026 on November 19

The Energy Startup Day 25 together with Electrosuisse was a huge success proving the power of collaboration. Please already reserve the date for 2026: November 19. Applications for Startups will open on March 20.

Find highlight pictures from 2025 on our website and a short film on LinkedIn.

Last Call for Applications - Tech4Regen Deadline Soon

Are you a startup building circular or regenerative solutions? Apply to Tech4Regen, EPFL Innovation Park’s 8-month, equity-free acceleration program. Deadline: February 15, 2026. Apply here

Call for Application - Bluelion Acceleration Program this Spring

Bluelion is calling pre-seed tech startups with big visions and bold ideas! The 10-week Acceleration Program is your opportunity to access strategic mentoring, pilot opportunities, investor exposure, and a powerful community to scale with confidence. Apply her until February 22, 2026.

Schloss Löwenberg Event Brings Together Startups & Investors

This Friday’s Löwenberg - Surselva Impact Lab event is already fully booked, but make sure to apply early for the next one on September 11 (14:00–21:00). It’s an amazing place to connect and innovate together.

Interview with Award-Winning Solar Startup Voltiris

Harvest twice: more tomatoes & solar power at the same time. Find out how Voltiris makes this possible and why they are successful in this short interview.

Christina
for the Innovation Monitor & Energy Startup Day Team