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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
Nutrai 2016
ZH
Formation
Food, Agriculture & Forestry [ Health Solutions ] Smart: Device
We discover the how, when, & why of food consumption patterns that are affecting patients health
Oxyle 2020
ZH
Formation
Components: Physical & chemical & nano tech
Oxyle uses clean energy to degrade hazardous micropollutants from wastewater, such as pharmaceuticals, pesticides, chemicals etc.
qCella 2023
ZH
Formation
[ Energy Efficiency ] Biological: Material based on biomass
By impregnating natural fibers with copper qCella developped a more energy-efficient heating mats compared to commercially available heating wires. By having a proper electical resistance across the entire structure the heating mats heat homogenously and can be cut into any desired form. By eliminating the need for a heat-losing upholstering layer energy consumption can be reduced.
QuerDenkFabrik 2014
BE
Formation
[ Energy Efficiency ] Energy: Motor & actuator
Development and improvement of high-pole electric motors. The first prototyps are promising. Using the new Soft Magnetic Composite Material
RB2 Robotics 2017
VD
Formation
[ Engineering & Industrial Design ] None
We are a spin-off from the HEIG-VD Intelligent Data Analysis Laboratory based at the EPFL innovation park. We are developing state of the art deep learning models that enable robots to make smart and secure decisions only based on what they see just like humans do.
REEcover 2024

Formation
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.
Retreeva 2021
VD
Formation
[ Circular Economy ] Components: New chemical materials
Retreeva's patented high-tech sponge selectively captures precious metals from industrial waste streams in trace concentrations and record time. Recycling these valuable resources in a green manner ultimately helps reducing carbon emissions, energy loss and dependence of industry on virgin mines, thus contributing towards a more responsible future. Ultimately, with its adsorbents, Retreeva aims to aid access to drinkable water in underdeveloped regions.
sallea
ZH
Formation
None
sallea develops platform technology for producing edible scaffolds used in the cultivation of structured, lab-grown meat and fish. Their solution enables the creation of whole cuts that replicate traditional taste, texture, and nutritional value, aiming to offer a sustainable and ethical alternative to conventional livestock farming.
Solaxer 2021
VD
Formation
Manufacturing & Industrial Processes [ Energy Efficiency ] Energy: Renewable tech, Energy: Solarthermal
Solaxer helps industries cut reliance on fossil fuels by delivering a new method of heat harvesting. This next generation technology delivers solar receivers with high performance but with significantly reduced environmental impact and at lower cost.
somebodyelse 2021
ZH
Formation
Culture, Education & Media [ Behavioural Change ] IT: Gamification
Somebodyelse creates embodied experiences in VR to help people to understand an issue in an immersive, educational and playful way to raise awareness and enable positive behavioural change. In 2015, the United Nations all agreed on 17 Sustainable Development Goals, which are part of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. But social, cultural, and environmental problems still seem to be accumulating worldwide; sustainable cities and communities, access to health and therapy, or social wellbeing are still huge problems to tackle. People are still not sufficiently aware of the underlying problems, cannot understand, imagine, or relate to them, and therefore, will not change them either. Digital technologies such as Virtual Reality (VR) allow a wide range of people to experience abstract content appealingly. And, today we know that people can better understand and emphasize through a self-made bodily experience.
Airfix 2022
ZH
Formation
[ Carbon Removal & Storage ] IT: Platforms or networking solutions
Building a Biomass Carbon Removal and Storage market. Airfix, a new subsidiary of South Pole, combines decades of climate finance and carbon project development expertise with a vision for a scalable Biomass Carbon Removal and Storage market in Switzerland and beyond.
SUIND 2020
ZH
Formation
[ Air Transport ] IT: Internet of Things IOT, Mobility: Drone & flight
Enabling drone companies to unlock the full potential of drones by providing them with state of the art safety solution.
Swistor 2022
VD
Formation
[ Energy Storage ] Energy: Battery
Swistor develops the next generation of energy storage device for a clean, sustainable future. The Lithium and Cobalt free solution enables charging our devices ultra fast, extends the lifetime 30 times and is environmentally friendly and safe.
TaoTree 2022
ZH
Formation
Circular Economy, Waste & Resources [ Behavioural Change ] IT: Platforms or networking solutions
TaoTree has the goal to build an online community focused on more environmentally conscious behavior. Ecological behavior earns you points and allows you to compete with others. The platform is also about the exchange with other environmentally conscious users. It is also intended that Taotree can be used in companies to encourage employees to behave positively with regard to the environment.
Terensis
ZH
Formation
None
Terensis is an agricultural intelligence platform offering predictive insights into global crop production. It provides forecasts up to six months in advance, supporting strategic planning for analysts, sourcing specialists, and investors. The platform delivers detailed yield and quality estimations from field to regional level and consolidates fragmented agricultural data into a single source. With over 40 years of production insights and a strong focus on sustainability, Terensis enables informed decision-making across the agricultural value chain.
terralayr
ZG
Formation
None
Terralayr is a company focused on supporting the transition to 100% renewable energy by addressing the challenges of variable energy supply and demand. They specialize in battery energy storage systems (BESS), which help stabilize power grids by storing excess renewable energy and supplying it when needed. By partnering with landowners, suppliers, and communities, Terralayr aims to make renewable energy more reliable. They are also developing a cloud platform to provide scalable, on-demand energy flexibility, enabling businesses to adopt clean energy more easily and efficiently.
UpGrid 2024
ZG
Formation
None
UpGrid enables the creation and management of local energy communities by connecting electricity consumers and producers. The platform facilitates the purchase and sale of affordable solar power from the region — even without owning a roof or making an upfront investment. UpGrid offers 100% financing for PV systems, flexible participation models, and digital onboarding. It supports private individuals, SMEs, municipalities, and investors with services such as community financing, battery integration, and legal-compliant administration. Over 3,600 customers and 40+ communities are already active on the platform.
Urstamm 2021
AR
Formation
[ Forestry & Restauration & Land Use ] None
We enable and promote sustainable timber, forest management and regionality through transparency and efficient processes with digital proof of origin on the wood.
Va-loo.ch 2021
ZH
Formation
Climate, Sustainability & Hazards [ Waste Management & Recycling ] Components: Construction - Advanced materials & energy optimization, Components: Resource or material optimisation, Environment: Waste recovery, recycling and re-use, Environment: Water conservation
The VaLoo association was founded on World Toilet Day 2021 with the aim "to create value from what ends up in the Loo". Our 44 founding members from 18 different organisations are a heterogeneous group of start-up entrepreneurs, associations, researchers, students and other interested parties.
vyzn
ZH
Formation
None
vyzn is a leading AI-driven software platform for optimizing new-build and renovation projects based on 3D and BIM data. It enables construction professionals to design sustainable, cost-efficient buildings with unprecedented ease and precision.
Winduction
ZH
Formation
None
Winduction is developing a dynamic wireless power transfer system for electric vehicles, enabling real-time charging while driving. By integrating energy receivers into vehicle wheels and ground-based transmitters powered by local renewable sources (e.g., solar panels), the system allows efficient energy transfer without relying heavily on grid storage. The approach supports decentralized energy supply, fractional infrastructure ownership, and monetization for energy producers and street owners. Winduction originated from a thesis at ETH Zurich, with a prototype achieving 81% transfer efficiency. The company aims to reduce fossil fuel reliance and enhance renewable energy usage in road transport.
Zelsius 2024

Formation
None
Simple, easy to use It-Platform to calculate and report Climate Emissions for Swiss KMU
Zurich Soft Robotics 2022
ZH
Formation
[ Building Technologies ] Energy: Photovoltaics
Zurich Soft Robotics produces a novel adaptive solar façade named Solskin. It increases photovoltaic energy production compared to conventional methods. Furthermore, the façade offers additional solar protection through AI-controlled shading.
Züroship 2021
ZH
Formation
Climate, Sustainability & Hazards [ Maritime & Waterway Transport ] Energy: Hydro
At Zeroship, we help barge operators become emission-free without having to buy a new ship. We do this with a retrofit solution that is based on our hydrogen energy pack. The hydrogen energy pack is a standard 20-foot container that delivers reliable, emission-free electric power to the ship’s electric motor. Our business model consists of two offerings: we replace the barge’s diesel engine with an electric motor, and then lease the energy packs to the barge operator – refueling with green hydrogen included.
9T Labs 2018
ZH
Validation
Manufacturing & Industrial Processes [ Efficiency Solutions ] Components: Physical & chemical & nano tech
9T Labs advances lightweight design by simplifying the use of high-performance materials with 3D Printing using industry grade carbon fiber composites
Aeler Technologies 2018
VD
Validation
[ Freight & Logistics ] IT: Internet of Things IOT
AELER is an AI-powered, logistics technology company. We make next-gen shipping containers which bring full in-transit visibility.
Agile Wind Power 2010
ZH
Validation
Circular Economy, Waste & Resources [ Energy Production & Supply ] Energy: Renewable tech, Energy: Wind
Agile Wind Power develops technology solutions for energy production from wind energy. It develops a vertically-rotating wind turbine which is able to reduce maintenance costs, and increase profitability and efficiency.
AgroSustain 2018
VD
Validation
[ Food Systems & Food Tech ] Biological: Agricultural tech, Biological: Bio tech, Environment: Waste management tech
AgroSustain develops plant-based antifungal solutions to stop the development of molds on fruits and vegetables, extending food shelf-life and reducing wastage for food distributors & retailers, leading to significant reduction in CO2 emissions. Participation: AgroSustain replaces chemicals on biological fungicides, providing crop protection without negative impact on the environment.
AIPHA 2018
ZH
Validation
Climate, Sustainability & Hazards [ Electricity Grids & Flexibility ] IT: Data usage, IT: Software
AIPHA GmbH provides Deep Learning based tools to automatically identify vegetation based threats to power lines. The main focus are grow-in, fall-in and forest fire threats. For this purpose, Geodata like Satellite images or Point Clouds from Drones or Airborne Laserscanning are evaluated.
AirBie (Smart Bike Lock) 2018
ZH
Validation
Financials & Information Technology [ Bicycles & E-Bikes ] IT: Blockchain or algorithms, IT: Internet of Things IOT, Mobility: E-bike
AirBie proposes smart bike locks for bikes, through the installation of the AirBie App. This allows companies to monitor their fleet with smary city analytics software.
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