Over this period, 31 startups benefited from tailored mentorship, financial support, and access to a strong network of investors and strategic partners. The impact created through these initiatives highlights SynergistEIC's commitment to fostering GreenTech innovation and contributing to Europe's sustainability goals.

As Europe advances towards its Net Zero objectives, in the second edition of the SynergistEIC project, 16 supported startups have made significant strides in 2024 - optimizing resource use, reducing emissions, and creating impact in industries such as renewable energy and sustainable agriculture.

The newly released SynergistEIC Impact Report details the progress and achievements of the second cohort of startups, highlighting their contributions to Europe's green transition.

Second Open Call

For its second open call, SynergistEIC received 165 applications from 28 countries, reaffirming the growing interest in sustainable business solutions across Europe. After a rigorous selection process, 16 startups were chosen for a six-month acceleration programme, receiving tailored support and funding of up to 50.000 euros.

The selected startups were divided into two tracks:

EIC track: 6 startups with prior experience applying to the European Innovation Council (EIC) Accelerator.

Non-EIC track: 10 early-stage startups with high potential and no prior experience with the EIC Accelerator.

These startups are now better positioned to scale their solutions, secure investments, and contribute to Europe's sustainability goals.

Impact Report Summary

Following the completion of the second acceleration programme, the SynergistEIC Impact Report highlights the key achievements of participating startups across economic, environmental, social, and technological indicators.

Key Insights from the Impact Report

The SynergistEIC Impact Report highlights significant progress across key areas, from securing new customers and increasing revenue potential to launching innovative pilot projects and forging strategic partnerships.

Nearly 70% of the startups acquired new clients during the programme.

Over 90% of the startups launched at least one new project or pilot, with several initiating multiple initiatives.

More than 50 cross-border collaborations were established, connecting startups with industry leaders, investors, and research institutions.

How did these startups improve their market positioning? What technological breakthroughs emerged from the programme? And how are they driving Europe's sustainability agenda forward?

The impact report provides a closer look at these results, revealing how SynergistEIC is shaping the next wave of GreenTech innovation in Europe.

The report also sheds light on the key challenges startups continue to face, such as securing funding for scaling, navigating complex regulatory frameworks, and bridging the gap between prototype development and market readiness. Lessons learned from the programme provide valuable insights into overcoming these barriers and accelerating growth.

For a detailed look at how these startups are making an impact, read the full SynergistEIC Impact Report here.

The SynergistEIC project, funded through the European Union's Horizon program and implemented by Spherik Accelerator (RO), G-Force (SK), Fasttrack (PT), and F6S (IE), is dedicated to supporting high-potential GreenTech startups. With projects spanning ClimateTech, CleanTech, Agri-Food, and Circular Economy, SynergistEIC helps startups refine their solutions, scale their businesses, and increase their readiness for the European Innovation Council (EIC) Accelerator.