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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| REEcover |
2024 Formation |
[ Circular Economy ] | None |
| At REEcover, we take advantage of a unique patented technology which allows us to recover these elements from electronic waste. Our first proof of concept concerns the recycling of Europium and Yttrium from energy saving lamps, with a separation factor 10 times superior to existing technologies. We want to take advantage of the well-established recycling scheme to decrease this dependance on minerals which are mined thousands of kilometers away. | |||
| Riverkin |
2024 Validation |
Energy & Power Systems,Food, Agriculture & Forestry [ Biodiversity & Ecosystem Protection, Environmental Monitoring, Water Management ] | IT: Artificial intelligence AI, Smart: Measuring & monitoring, Smart: Sensors |
| Riverkin builds Water Data Ecosystems (WDEs) with ML-enabled smart sensors for real-time freshwater monitoring. Measures flow, temperature, sediment and conductivity. Raised CHF 1.7M; shipped over 60 sensors globally to hydropower, manufacturing and agricultural clients. https://www.riverkin.com/ | |||
| RTDT |
2022 Validation |
Climate, Sustainability & Hazards [ Energy Management & Use, Energy Production & Supply, Environmental Monitoring ] | IT: Artificial intelligence AI, Smart: Measuring & monitoring, Smart: Sensors |
| RTDT Laboratories develops the Aerosense wireless ultra-thin blade sensor and a SaaS platform for real-time structural health monitoring and power performance optimization of wind turbines using digital twins and physics-based AI models. https://rtdt.ai/ | |||
| SunFlower Grid |
2025 Validation |
Climate, Sustainability & Hazards [ Electricity Grids & Flexibility, Energy Management & Use, Energy Production & Supply ] | Energy: Photovoltaics, IT: Platforms or networking solutions, IT: Software |
| SunFlower Grid is a digital platform that helps property owners, municipalities, and energy professionals create and manage collective self-consumption groups (RCP – Regroupements à Consommation Propre) to share locally produced solar energy across Switzerland. https://www.sunflowergrid.ch/en | |||
| Texup |
2024 Validation |
Manufacturing & Industrial Processes [ Circular Economy, Efficiency Solutions, Waste Management & Recycling ] | Biological: Material based on biomass, Components: Acoustic materials & tech, Environment: Waste recovery, recycling and re-use |
| Texup develops acoustic panels from 100% recycled Swiss textiles. End-of-life cotton clothing is transformed into panels with natural sound-absorbing properties for offices and public spaces, reducing textile waste while improving indoor acoustics. | |||
| Translation-X |
2026 Formation |
None | |
| Translation-X is developing selective MNK inhibitor compounds that regulate mRNA translation to address core symptoms of Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD). Pre-clinical biotech spinoff from the Biozentrum, University of Basel. https://www.cbinsights.com/company/translation-x | |||
| Under Industries |
2026 Validation |
Energy & Power Systems,Mobility & Transport [ Building Technologies, Engineering & Industrial Design, Infrastructure Construction ] | Components: Construction - Advanced materials & energy optimization, IT: Software, Smart: Robotic |
| Under Industries develops micro tunnel boring robots (MTBRs) to automate underground utility pipe installation. Reduces road closures and surface disruptions, lowering costs and environmental impact of urban infrastructure work. https://www.underindustries.com/ | |||
| ValTech Lifesciences |
2025 Validation |
None | |
| ValTech Lifesciences develops next-generation prosthetic heart valves with patented hemodynamic designs that reduce thrombogenicity in mechanical valves and prolong the lifespan of biological valves. Offers technology licensing to valve manufacturers. https://www.valtechlifesciences.com/ | |||
| Vizcab |
2015 Established |
Climate, Sustainability & Hazards | Environment: Carbon capture and storage, Other: Unknown |
| Vizcab, a French leader in the decarbonization of the construction sector, helps construction stakeholders comply with regulations and progress toward carbon neutrality. Founded in 2015, our mission is to accelerate the carbon transition of buildings by offering construction professionals the fastest, most powerful, and most collaborative Building Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) service. Today, our SaaS platform enables more than 200 clients and over 1,000 users to manage the energy–carbon performance of their projects. Vizcab is our service designed for developers, landlords, builders, and planners, supporting creativity around shared and qualified energy and carbon objectives. Vizcab redefines and simplifies Building Life Cycle Assessments (LCA) for everyone. | |||
| WAYNERR |
Validation |
[ Furniture & Interior Solutions ] | Environment: Waste recovery, recycling and re-use |
| WAYNERR stands for sustainable innovation in the construction and interior design sectors. By merging functionality, aesthetics, and environmental responsibility, the company partners with leading architectural firms and scientific institutions shape the future of interior design. WAYNERR leads the way in environmental responsibility. Manufactured from recycled materials sourced from the leather industry, the panels contribute to waste reduction and CO2 mitigation. With an estimated carbon footprint of nearly 0 kg CO2 equivalent per m², WAYNERR is among the most eco-friendly solutions on the market. | |||