Greentech Accelerator – a launchpad for green technology startups
The Greentech Accelerator is a development program for startups that supports the emergence and growth of innovative green technologies in collaboration with local municipalities. The program focuses on products and services that address environmental challenges specifically at the local level.
The program is led by Tartu Science Park, in cooperation with Tehnopol, the University of Tartu, Tallinn University of Technology, and sectoral experts. Tartu Science Park plays a key role in shaping the content of the program, organising trainings and mentoring, and coordinating the activities in the Tartu region. Several workshops take place at Sparkup Science Park, and the park’s specialists advise participants on development services, funding, and impact assessment.
Program structure
Pre-program
Time: March – April 2024
Participants: Up to 20 startups
Support: €5,000 for purchasing development services
Workshops: Held in Tallinn and Tartu
Focus: business model development, sales and marketing, funding opportunities, pitching skills
Top teams were selected at the demo day on 7 May 2024
Main program
Time: June – December 2024
Participants: At least 5 startups
Support: Up to €25,000 for product development
Includes: individual mentoring, industry-specific workshops, collaboration with local municipalities, access to nearly 400 mentors tailored to each startup’s needs
Participants in the main program:
- Solintel – Street lighting powered by green energy and an energy services platform
- GreenDice – IT equipment lifecycle management and reduction of CO₂ footprint
- Gruff Technology – A smart plug for controlling electrical devices based on electricity market prices
- Better Than Driving – Modular electric bicycle for standardised shared mobility
- Soldera – A trading platform for guarantees of origin for renewable energy
Tartu Science Park’s role
Tartu Science Park is responsible for coordinating the program’s activities in Tartu and supports participating startups on multiple levels – from workshops to guidance on development activities and impact assessment. Additionally, the science park helps engage local experts and development partners to ensure a strong support network for the accelerator teams.
The program is implemented by Tartu Science Park and its partners.
Program Manager: Pirko Konsa pirko.konsa@teaduspark.ee
