EPIC PITCH BATTLE FOR ENERGY TECH STARTUPS

Get in front of leading industry VCs to increase brand awareness, secure funding and make connections that convert into partnerships.

400+

Challengers

7

Tracks

70

Finalists

1

Winner

ENERGY TECH CHALLENGERS 2024 HIGHLIGHTS

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Energy Tech Challengers is a platform that spotlights startups and visionary entrepreneurs at the forefront of the energy sector. This annual competition brings together the most innovative minds to pitch new technologies and solutions that will redefine the future of energy. 

Challengers benefit from unparalleled exposure to industry leaders, investors, and potential collaborators, making it a prime opportunity to accelerate growth and drive impactful change. 

Each year, the event culminates in a grand finale where startups present their groundbreaking solutions to a panel of esteemed judges, competing for recognition, investment, and the chance to make a significant mark on the energy landscape.

Green Energy Infrastructure
GREEN ENERGY INFRASTRUCTURE
Green Molecules
GREEN MOLECULES
Scaling Computing
SCALING COMPUTING
AI Applications
AI APPLICATIONS
Climate Finance & Risk
CLIMATE FINANCE & RISK
Carbon Tech
CARBON TECH
wildcard
DECARBONIZATION OF X (WILD CARD)

How does it work?

A distinguished panel of industry-leading experts from top corporations, venture capital firms, ecosystem builders, and media partners selects ten standout companies in each of the five tracks.

These Top 70 startups earn the opportunity to pitch live at Energy Tech Summit, taking place on April 9-10, 2025, in Bilbao, Spain.  As Europe’s top industry conference, the summit offers unparalleled media exposure and networking opportunities. 

One exceptional company will be crowned the ultimate winner of the Energy Tech Challengers award, marking a significant milestone in their journey to revolutionize the energy sector.

APPLICATION CRITERIA

TIMELINE

1

Application deadline

The deadline for submitting the application has passed
2

Top 70 announced

February 20, 2025
3

Top 70 pitches

April 9-10, 2025 @ Energy Tech Summit conference
4

Top 7 pitches & Winner announced

April 9-10, 2025 @ Energy Tech Summit conference

Introducing first members of the jury

Rajesh Swaminathan

Rajesh Swaminathan

Partner @ Khosla Ventures

Mindaugas Gogelis

Mindaugas Gogelis

Energy Transition Director @ Mercuria Energy Group

Claudine Emeott

Claudine Emeott

Partner @ Salesforces Ventures Impact Fund

Ashwin Shashindranath

Ashwin Shashindranath

Partner @ Energy Impact Partners

Kieran Mahanty

Kieran Mahanty

Director @ Ontario Teachers' Pension Plan (OTPP)

Christian Patiño

Christian Patiño

Head of Impact Tech @ UBS

Serhat Aydogdu

Serhat Aydogdu

Head of Growth Climate Investments @ Seaya Andromeda

Gabriel Scheer

Gabriel Scheer

Senior Director of Innovation @ Elemental Impact

Henk Both

Henk Both

Principal @ Anzu partners

Ryan Macpherson

Ryan Macpherson

Director, Climate Innovation and Investment @ Autodesk

Christian Jolck

Christian Jolck

Co-Founder & Partner @ 2150

Amit Peri

Amit Peri

Investor @ SE Ventures

Georg Schumacher

Georg Schumacher

Principal Partnering & Investing @ Axpo

Benjamin Tincq

Founding Partner @ Marble

Harry Gilbert

Investor @ bp Ventures

Jutta Wuebken

Jutta Wuebken

Director, Climate & Industrial Technology @ Bryan, Garnier & Co

Petra Sokolova

Petra Sokolova

Investment Director @ Inven Capital

Julian Wessing

Julian Wessing

Senior Startup Program Manager @ BRYCK

Ashley Klapwijk

Ashley Klapwijk

Investment Manager @ Eneco Ventures

Kateryna Ovechenko

Kateryna Ovechenko

Head of Product Management & Partner @ HBM.ai

Ekain Laka Zelaia

Ekain Laka Zelaia

Project Manager @ BEAZ (Regional Government of Bizkaia)

Eriz Sainz Gurtubay

Eriz Sainz Gurtubay

Director @ BAT & PwC

Christian Adelsberger

Christian Adelsberger

Founder & CEO @ NECTURE

Francisco Tejedor Basarrate

Francisco Tejedor Basarrate

Investment Associate @ Repsol Energy Ventures

Alfonso Carranza

Alfonso Carranza De Las Heras

Investment Manager @ Elewit Ventures

Jake Van Koevering

Jake Van Koevering

Executive Director @ Morgan Stanley

Aurianne Legris

Aurianne Legris

Principal @ Honda Xcelerator Ventures

Cecile Calmet

Cecile Calmet

Investment Director @ TiLT Capital Partners

Koldo Atxutegi

Koldo Atxutegi

Chief Innovation Officer @ Ormazabal

Roberto Ruiz Castillo

Roberto Ruiz Castillo

Sr. Investment Associate @ Repsol Energy Ventures

We announce new jury members every week.
Stay tuned!

Startup applications are closed

Each of the 70 finalist Companies (10 per each track) are granted 1 complimentary ticket to Energy Tech Summit 2025. It’s an event that you don’t want to miss!

THE APPLICATIONS ARE NOW CLOSED

Each of the 70 finalist Companies (10 per each track) are granted 1 complimentary ticket to Energy Tech Summit 2025. It’s an event that you don’t want to miss!

THE APPLICATIONS ARE NOW CLOSED

Would you like to connect with some of Spain's most iconic energy-related corporations as part of the Energy Tech Challengers initiative?

To encourage the adoption of open innovation in the Biscay region, BAT – B Accelerator Tower, a globally recognized entrepreneurship and innovation ecosystem based in Bilbao, is seeking startups that are developing new technologies in the energy sector with the goal of connecting them with top-tier corporate partners such as Iberdrola, Arteche, Enagas and many more.

Selected applicants who capture the interest of these corporations will have the opportunity to participate in a sponsored trade mission to the region. During this visit, they will meet with the corporate innovation and venturing teams. BAT will cover the costs of flights and accommodation*.

*Disclaimer: The outlined conditions will pertain solely to the selected startups. The financial assistance provided will cover up to €400 for each company established in Spain, €1,000 for European companies, and €2,000 for companies situated in other regions. These amounts encompass both hotel accommodations and flight expenses for a single individual. Detailed conditions will be communicated to the applicant companies following the selection of the finalists.

An initiative of

An initiative of

Bizkaia forualdundia
Bilbao
Gobierno Vasco

Led By

PWC

Participating companies

Mondragon
Enagas
elecnor grupo
Iberdrola
arteche
Altuna y Uria
Gertek
Viuda de Sainz
Ayesa
Tubacex

Participating companies

Mondragon
Enagas
elecnor grupo
Iberdrola
arteche
Altuna y Uria
Gertek
Viuda de Sainz
Ayesa
Tubacex

WINNERS of 2024

ULTIMATE WINNER

Jolt Activated Electrodes – Jolt Activated Electrodes technology transforms electrode technology to unlock green hydrogen and decarbonise industry. Their Sparkfuze technology is a coating platform on which we can build multiple solutions.

TOP 5 CHALLENGERS

me energy – me energy produces charging stations that are able to charge a range of 200 km in just 15 minutes. The stations do not require a connection to the power grid, but produce their own electricity from bioethanol.

IONETIC – Designed with flexibility and customisation at its heart, IONETIC’s bespoke platform enables each battery pack concept to be adjusted cell by cell – creating a solution that efficiently utilises the available space, increasing energy density and vehicle range.

Jolt Activated Electrodes – Jolt Activated Electrodes technology transforms electrode technology to unlock green hydrogen and decarbonise industry. Their Sparkfuze technology is a coating platform on which we can build multiple solutions.

Renewabl Ltd: Renewabl is on a mission to make technology work better for companies, producers, and utilities around the world. They build tools to trace certificates to a specific wind farm, solar farm, hydro & green hydrogen plants on an hourly basis, helping accelerate the transition to renewable energy.

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