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🌍 ESG Xchange 2024: ESG Climate Actions International Summit Recap #5 ︱What are the visions of #UNEP, #LondonStockExchange, and #CDP for sustainable development, and what services do they provide?︱ On June 28th, representatives from these esteemed organizations, along with experts from various industries, presented their insights at the "ESG Xchange 2024: ESG Climate Action International Summit" held at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre. Their contributions underscored the pivotal role of sustainable development in today's business landscape, showcasing innovative approaches and strategies to drive global ESG initiatives. The expert keynote presentation and panel discussions covered topics detailed in the accompanying images. #WorldGreenOrganisation #WGO #ISMHK #HSU #APAGDC #HKEX #Cyberport #FSDC #ESCAP #SFC #InvestHK #LSEG #ESG #Sustainability #renewablematerials #vegwarehk #HKNESA #Towngas #TowngasSmartEnergy #addlight

Join us for the SUITz Webinar:  Climate Tech Trends in Europe 2024—from a VC's Point of View Discover how market conditions and business models are evolving in response to technological advancements and lifestyle changes at our upcoming SUITz webinar, focusing on Climate Tech trends in Europe. Event theme:  Market conditions and business models in Climate Tech: a VC perspective 🗓Date and Time: May 29, 2024 (Wednesday)   ⏰Time: 16:00-17:00 (Japan Time) / 9:00-10:00 (Central European Time)   🌐 Location: online event Featured speakers: > Marius Evers from Kiko Ventures, a London-based climate VC investing in startups at all stages. > Kristýna Machová, from Inven Capital, a €500 million climate tech VC investing in startups in Europe and Israel > Karo Hajduk, who runs Growth&Glory, an open sustainable innovation platform for climate tech ventures, VCs and corporates on the path to net zero Moderator: > Tadaaki(Tad) Kimura, CEO, addlight Inc. Agenda:  16:00 - 16:05: Introduction  16:05 - 16:15: Presentation by Marius Evers  16:15 - 16:25: Presentation by Kristýna Machová  16:25 - 16:35: Presentation by Karo Hajduk  16:35 - 16:50: Panel Discussion  16:50 - 17:00: Closing Who should Attend? > Companies interested in the latest trends in decarbonization and carbon neutrality  > Listed companies seeking insights into future ESG and SDG trends and regulations  > Those looking to understand the current state of climate tech in Europe  > Businesses aiming to innovate within the environmental sector  > Startups and corporations engaged in climate tech-related ventures and investments Register now (online event):  Registration Link: https://lnkd.in/gzEUQKBf About SUITz Tokyo: This webinar is part of the "SUITz TOKYO” initiative, an outbound and inbound acceleration program supporting climate tech startups, and managed by addlight Inc. The program is part of the TOKYO SUTEAM project, an initiative facilitated by the Tokyo Metropolitan Government. Program highlights: > SUITz TOKYO Outbound Acceleration Program: Matching Tokyo-based climate tech startups with global VCs.  > SUITz TOKYO Inbound Acceleration Program: Assisting overseas climate tech startups with expanding to Tokyo For more information on SUITz Tokyo: https://tokyo.suitz.jp/ Don’t miss this chance to stay ahead in climate tech.  Register now, and join the conversation shaping the future:  Registration Link: https://lnkd.in/gzEUQKBf #ClimateTech #SustainableFuture #ESG #SDGs #Innovation #BusinessDevelopment #Webinar #SUITzTokyo

#SmartHelio 🏆 🏆 🏆 🏆 🏆 🏆 🏆 🏆 We are one of the winners of the SUITz Tokyo's Climate Tech Acceleration Program cohort organised by addlight Inc. to explore Japanese 🎴 market. Thank you to our coach Mike for his great insights.

Successful Inaugural Demo Day for SUITz Tokyo's Climate Tech Acceleration Program The global acceleration program "SUITz Tokyo," specializing in the climate tech field, celebrated its first DemoDay, marking the culmination of its inaugural outbound and inbound acceleration program. Hosted by adlight Inc., the event showcased the progress and innovations of startups committed to combating climate change. SUITz Tokyo's DemoDay, held on Tuesday, March 26, 2024, highlighted the achievements of the participating startups after completing the first phase of the program. Out of the 25 selected companies, six received the highest award for their outstanding contributions and innovative solutions. Presentations and engaging Q&A sessions were conducted in English, offering a platform for the startups to showcase their initiatives. The judging panel evaluated entries based on three crucial criteria: business feasibility, environmental impact, and potential for co-creation. The awarded companies represent a diverse range of climate tech innovations aimed at addressing pressing environmental challenges. From sustainable farming methods to innovative approaches for combating malaria, these startups are pioneering solutions with global implications. SUITz Tokyo Batch 1 Outbound Acceleration Program "Grand Prize" winners: Degas Co., Ltd. Website: degasafrica.com SORA Technology Co., Ltd. Website: sora-technology.com PEEL Lab Co., Ltd. Website: peel-lab.com SUITz Tokyo Batch 1 Inbound Acceleration Program "Best Company" winners: NovoNutrients (USA) Website: novonutrients.com SmartHelio — Predictive Solar Software (Switzerland) Website: smarthelio.com Terrax Environmental Limited. (UAE) Website: terrax.world The judging panel comprised industry experts including Mark Bivens (Managing Partner, Shizen Capital), Eriko Suzuki (Representative Director, Kind Capital), Tadaaki(Tad) Kimura (CEO, adlight) and guided by ecosystem expert Caven M.. About SUITz Tokyo: SUITz Tokyo is an outbound and inbound acceleration program focused on startups in the climate tech sector. Leveraging the platform foundation of "SUITz," a co-creation platform for net zero developed by adlight, SUITz Tokyo offers a comprehensive program including matching and mentoring. It targets startups operating in decarbonization/carbon recycling, energy transition, and agriculture/food sectors. FYI: @tokyo.suitz.jp In its first batch, SUITz Tokyo selected 10 domestic startups for the Outbound Acceleration Program and 15 overseas startups for the Inbound Acceleration Program. Additionally, nine global VC companies and six domestic operating companies were chosen as partners to facilitate business co-creation in the climate tech field. The initiative is supported by TOKYO SUTEAM, a startup support project led by the Tokyo Metropolitan Government and partners. Collaboration with the Tokyo Metropolitan Government and selected projects aims to maximize the impact of this initiative.

“Meet me at UIF 2024” addlight Inc.’s CEO Tadaaki(Tad) Kimura is super-excited to be a participant at the upcoming Urban Innovation Forum 2024 hosted by Climate Tech Hub e.V. at the iconic Festsaal Kreuzberg in Berlin, Germany! Tadaaki(Tad) Kimura is looking forward to engaging fruitfully with workshop co-facilitating members during the event, “Session 5 Workshops: Innovate, Collaborate, Transform.” Tad will engage attendees in partnership with Sami Bettaieb Markus Facklam Stephen Tierney Till Ammelburg Chika Yamamoto under the banner, “Table 2: “How to internationalize.” From the event organizer: “Join international representatives from IHK Berlin, Berlin Partner für Wirtschaft und Technologie GmbH, the Senate Department, London & Partners, CROSSBIE GmbH and addlight Inc. as they guide participants through the essential steps and strategies for successfully internationalizing their ventures. Gain valuable insights, practical tips, and firsthand experiences to navigate the challenges and opportunities of global expansion.” A special thanks goes to event organizing team members: @Carlotta Krone-Danhier and Finja Koenig SUMMARY:   🌆Event: Urban Innovation Forum 2024 🗓 Date: 20., March, 2024  ⌚ Time: 10:00 - 20:00 (18:00 - 04:00, JST) 📍 Location: Festsaal Kreuzberg, Berlin, Germany Unlock free tickets with the promo code: SPEAKER100 Register now 👉 https://lnkd.in/dFT2hhEC For more details on the Urban Innovation Forum 2024 Event Page: https://lnkd.in/gvkNcZYw Follow Climate Tech Hub: https://lnkd.in/g6zZmKCg) #UIF24 #Urban #Innovation #ClimateTechHub #ChangeTogether #HPIHackathon #addlight #IHKBerlin #BerlinPartner  #London&Partners #CROSSBIE #BerlinSenateDepartmentforEconomicAffairs #climatetech #solarenergy #smartcities #corporateinnovation

In 2023, the inaugural cohort of "SUITz Tokyo," an accelerator program under the "Global Innovation with STARTUPS" initiative by the Tokyo Metropolitan Government and operated by addlight Inc., welcomed 25 Climate Tech startups from overseas and Japan. On March 26 (Tue.) 2024, these innovative startups will participate in a Demo Day, where they will unveil the outcomes of their intensive work during the accelerator program. This hybrid event, offering both online and offline attendance, promises a dynamic showcase of groundbreaking ventures. For event details and registration, kindly refer to the link below and secure your spot via Peatix. Please note that registration closes on March 25, the day preceding the Demo Day. Register here: https://lnkd.in/gisAvKz2 EVENT: SUITz Tokyo 1st Batch Demo Day WHO: 25 Japan- and overseas-based Climate Tech startups WHEN: March 26 (Tue.), 2024 TIME: 15:30 - 19:00, JST (21:00, JST, for in-person attendees joining the post-event gathering) WHERE: Online or In-person (@Inspired.Lab in Tokyo) REGISTRATION: Peatix: https://lnkd.in/gisAvKz2 #demoday #climatetech #tokyo #japan #accelerator #tokyometropolitangovernment #addlight #corporatepartnering #venturecapital #corporateventurecapital #openinnovation

SUITz Tokyo, a Climate Tech incubator, has embraced 15 startups from abroad and 10 ventures from Japan into its acceleration initiative. All participants will explore avenues for co-creating new business ventures, engage in pitch and reverse pitch events, connect with corporates and venture capital, and participate in industry webinars and other activities. The SUITz Tokyo Inbound Acceleration Program caters to Climate Tech startups from overseas aiming to expand their presence in Tokyo. Details regarding the first round of the program, including the selection of 15 foreign startups, can be found at: URL: https://lnkd.in/dD46bX6f Conversely, the SUITz Tokyo Outbound Acceleration Program is tailored for Tokyo-based Climate Tech startups seeking opportunities to collaborate with global VC firms specialized in the Climate Tech sector and receive support for their fundraising endeavors. Further information on the first round of the program, featuring 10 Japanese startups, is available at: URL: https://lnkd.in/dgeVcZwD For more on the 10 Japanese startups that are part of the SUITz Tokyo Outbound Acceleration Program (in no particular order): Alchemist Material Inc. (Japan) Degas Ltd (Japan) Green Chemical Inc (Japan) OOYOO Ltd. (Japan) SORA Technology Co. Ltd (Japan) CULTA Inc. Inc (Japan) finbest Inc (Japan) Nextcarbon Inc (Japan) PEEL Lab KK (Japan) UNITED SILK Co.,Ltd. (Japan) For more on the 15 overseas-based startups that are part of SUITz Tokyo Inbound Acceleration Program (in no particular order): Terrax (UAE)  RedSea (UAE) YY ReGen (Lebanon) MANHAT (UAE) NovoNutrients (USA) Greenment (Portugal) HALO ENERGY LIMITED (Hong Kong) Daphne Technology (Switzerland) SmartHelio — Predictive Solar Software (Switzerland) TwingTec (Switzerland) Ivvest (Saudi Arabia) InterOpera Ptd. Ltd. (Singapore) Dynaes SAS (France) Cecil LLC (Australia) Rexplorer (Estonia) SUITz Tokyo operates as a Climate Tech accelerator under the umbrella of the "Global Innovation with STARTUPS" program, initiated by the Tokyo Metropolitan Government (TMG) in 2022. As part of the TOKYO SUTEAM ("Support to Start Ups") initiative, 50 entities were selected to bolster the startup ecosystem in the metropolis, with addligt Inc. being chosen in 2023 to oversee SUITz Tokyo. addlight Inc. is an innovation consultancy headquartered in Tokyo. We integrate strategy consulting with an extensive network of startup and university connections to foster innovation within local and international corporations. Additionally, we collaborate with foreign startups and accelerators to enable local corporations to gain a competitive edge in Japan. URL: https://lnkd.in/geFhMj8R #climatetech #tokyo #startups #tokyoaccelerator #tokyoincubator #tokyometropolitangovernment #venturecapital #vc #corporateventurecapital #cvc #strategicpartnering #japaninc #japanmarketentry #addlight

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