AirZyme Sweden AB
A biomimetic solution to Carbon Capture. We are developing a novel enzyme, Carbonic Anhydrase, which acts as a biocatalyst to accelerate CO2 absorption and reduce energy consumption for post-combustion CCUS.
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Discover the Companies in the Swedish Climate Startup Map
Explore startups and scaleups contributing to a more sustainable future on the Swedish Climate Startup Map. This comprehensive Map features a wide-range of companies developing innovative solutions across numerous sectors.
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Climate startups and scaleups
Green-On
Green-On is a Swedish tech start-up that specializes in organic chemistry. We have developed a way to re-create animal- and plant-based fats and oils in the lab, without farming.
GIAB Nordic
GIAB industrializes circular solutions for reusage of returns and damaged goods. By prolonging the life of products, we provide a service to companies with unwanted products while simultaneously benefitting the environment.
LexEnergy
LexEnergy has developed a unique solution, LexHub, which offers fast electric vehicle charging in areas with grid power and capacity constraints. LexHub also provides support to the local grid.
Planboo
Planboo offers a transparent and affordable way to remove your company’s CO2 emissions through the planting of bamboo. Reach Net Zero restore degraded land and empower communities in the Global South.
RenFuel
RenFuel has patented a world-class catalytic process that energy-efficiently transforms lignin from by-products in the forest industry into renewable lignin oil – Lignol®.
CemVision
We are re-inventing cement; Replacing everything that’s bad about it with a product that is economical, environmental friendly and technically superior.
GAIA Biomaterials
GAIA BioMaterials offers biodegradable and compostable bioplastics under the registered trademark Biodolomer. The formula is patent-protected and all R&D and production is performed in-house. Biodolomer is sold and marketed globally.
Agtira
We redefine the concept of locally grown food – by developing cultivation systems for vertical and indoor cultivation in urban environments – we create opportunities for food production inside, or in direct connection to grocery stores.
Green City Farming Sweden AB
Green City Farming is a trailblazer in the field of hydroponic farming systems, with a focus on large-scale operations that are designed to maximize yields while minimizing costs and environmental impact.
Kitocoat
We prolong the shelf life by 3-7 times for fruit and vegetables with a sustainable coating. We reducing food waste, the need for refrigeration and plastic packaging. The coating is antimicrobial and creates a barrier to keep the produce fresh.
GreenIron H2
GreenIron has a energy efficient, hydrogen based tech to produce metals from ore, waste, residuals and mine tailings with no emissions and water as residual. Since 2020 we have produced fossil free iron, nickel, copper, manganese and molybdenium.
PlasticFri
PlasticFri is a GreenTech company from Sweden with a breakthrough technology turning agricultural waste to eco-friendly products for replacing plastics.
Lignin Industries AB
Lignin Industries has a patented revolutionary technology of transforming lignin, the most abundant unused biopolymer on earth, into a renewable and functional biomaterial replacing fossil-based plastics and thereby reducing CO2 emissions radically.
Organofuel Sweden
Our aim is to solve challenges in society: A resource efficient and sustainable process to enable a green pharmaceutical industry. Increase the use of natural flavor and fragrance and commercialise the patented process for sustainable biofuels.
Kusinta
Working to develop and commercialize a service for energy efficiency and temperature control in buildings by combining hardware, software, AI in the form of machine learning and approaches to create a service that delivers reduced heat consumption
Rebaba
Rebaba upcycles spent electric vehicle batteries into Second Life Battery Energy Storage Systems that allow for energy cost savings, increased renewable energy integration and with much lower carbon emissions.
Biorecro
We permanently remove carbon dioxide from the atmosphere. Utilizing Bioenergy with Carbon Capture and Storage (BECCS) technologies, we are able to capture carbon emissions from biomass, rather than from fossil fuels as is done with CCS.
Ecohelix
Ecohelix pioneers sustainable wood-based biopolymers, offering eco-friendly alternatives to plastics for a greener future.
Flexpenser
Whether you work in the food, household care, chemical, cosmetics or medical sector, Flexpenser develops and provides an airless dispensing technology specifically developed for the liquids and semi-liquids that you manufacture.
Understanding the Categories in the Swedish Climate Startup Map
The Swedish Climate Startup Map provides a comprehensive selection of categories to facilitate the search for startups and scaleups. These categories cover sector, enabling technology, Sustainable Development Goals, type, team size, turnover, location, incubator and founding year.
Sectors
Agriculture, Food and Forestry
Solutions for the production and processing of food, crop cultivation and animal husbandry, and innovations to the forestry industry.
Carbon Capture and Storage
Technologies to capture and store carbon dioxide from the air or exhaust gas for utilization or storage.
Construction and Real Estate
Solutions to improve the construction and building process, and services related to the maintenance and upkeep of existing buildings.
Energy Management and Storage
Solutions to promote energy efficiency, smarter grid systems and energy storage.
Environment and Resources
Solutions to optimize resource utilization and enhance environmental values.
Industry and Manufacturing
New and/or improved innovations to manufacturing processes or products.
Mobility and Transportation
Solutions that enhance efficient transportation such as carpooling, improved vehicles, as well as solutions supporting infrastructure for transportation such as charging infrastructure.
Recycling and Waste
Solutions for the end-of-life treatment for materials not suitable for reuse.
Renewable Energy
Solutions for the production of renewable energy or supporting renewable energy solutions.
Sustainable Materials
Materials designed to be more sustainable than competing products or used to create more sustainable applications (e.g. due to lighter weight).
Wastewater and Water
Solutions to improve water management, from manufacturing to daily use or irrigation, as well as wastewater management.
Other Sectors
Solutions that are not contained in any of the previous sectors.
Enablers
AI and Machine Learning
Utilizing artificial intelligence and machine learning for enhancing sustainability.
Automation
Automated processes for improved efficiency.
Blockchain and Web 3.0
Distributed ledger technology and its applications for a decentralized web.
Circular Business Models
Alternatives to traditional business models such as sharing and leasing that enhance a more circular economy.
Digital Platform
Information and data sharing structures to enhance sustainability.
Green Funding Models
Innovative funding mechanisms to support sustainable initiatives.
Hardware
Development of new products to meet market demands.
Industry 4.0
Optimization of industry production through advanced technologies.
Infrastructure
Solutions that enable a more sustainable way of life, such as improved grids, charging stations, and induction roads.
Internet of Things
Integration of smart technology to manage appliances more sustainable.
Servicification
Providing software, products, and services as a subscription rather than ownership.
Sustainable Behavioural Change
Solutions to drive behavioural change towards sustainability.
Other
Enabling environmental sustainability through other options than those mentioned above, e.g. combining offerings in innovative ways, developing new systems or creating alternative food products.
Company Type
B2B
Companies that focus on providing products or services to other businesses.
B2C
Companies that focus on providing products or services directly to consumers.
B2G
Companies that focus on providing products or services to government agencies and public sector organizations.
Climate Action for Developing Countries
Solutions designed to have a positive sustainability impact in developing countries.
Deeptech
Emergent from a research context
Female founder
Companies with at least one female co-founder
Frontliners
Verified solutions with high sustainability impact
Newcomers
Founded within the last two years
Scaleup
Companies with turnover surpassing 20MSEK