Are you a startup working with making the cities we live in smarter and more sustainable? Does your company work with energy efficiency, recycling and waste handling, sustainable construction or sustainable transportation?

The British Embassies in the Nordic and Baltic countries together with the Swedish Chamber of Commerce for the UK are proud to present a TechConnect initiative where we are inviting the brightest, most innovative and prominent Nordic and Baltic startups and scaleups within Greentech to join two half-day sessions in London. The UK is leading the shift to a clean energy economy and new opportunities for investment and innovation are emerging as UK energy becomes cleaner, flexible and more efficient, particularly in areas related to decarbonisation, disrupted generation and smart energy.

During the two half-day sessions the business opportunities that exist in the UK market within smart cities and smart mobility, and how you as a startup looking to expand to the UK can tap into these opportunities, will be discussed. 15 companies will be selected to be coached through masterclasses, inspirational speeches, speed dating and have the opportunity to meet important stakeholders in the industry. We are connecting founders with UK stakeholders, experts, and specialists, to prepare them to take their business to the next level.

Agenda day 1 - Knowledge & insights: Understanding the UK market and learning from seasoned entrepreneurs

Time: 3:30pm-7:00pm (half day)

Welcome and Introduction

The Case for the UK - The market after Brexit and the pandemic 
What opportunities exist in the UK for Nordic and Baltic startups? Has Brexit and Covid-19 disrupted or created better opportunities for the work towards a greener future?

Interview: The way forward for the UK and its relationship to Sweden
What regulations are being made in the UK that aligns with the COP26 agenda? Does COP26 and the British Prime Minister’s Ten Point Plan open up for a discussion between the UK and the Nordic and Baltic industries about the future of issues such as heat, hydrogen, wind and other renewable energy and smart city solutions and technology?

Keynote: Market insights – smart cities and smart mobility in the UK
What does the business ecosystem in the UK look like within smart cities and mobility? Which are the big players? What does the competitive landscape look like and what type of innovation does the UK need from other countries?

Keynote: Go-to market strategy
How do you enter the British market with your green solution? Deep dive into the go-to market strategy of a company that successfully has taken on the UK market.

Panel discussion incl. Q&A: Making it in the UK - Lessons learned by successful businesses and entrepreneurs
What can you learn from businesses and entrepreneurs that have done this before? Which pitfalls can you avoid? What strategy is the best approach? Do you need boots on the ground, or can you begin your operations in the UK remotely?

Networking with drinks and nibbles

Agenda day 2 - Setting up & scaling: Setting up operationally and scaling your business in the UK market

Time: 3:30pm-7:00pm (half day)

Welcome and Introduction

Keynote: Get your story out - PR in the UK

How can social media, PR and marketing be used as tools to ramp up the conversation around your brand and ensure its longevity and drive sales? 

Workshops: The necessary steps to set up operationally in the UK
Meet experts within corporate law, accounting and recruiting to gain first-hand insights in how you can set up your business in the UK. Through interactive discussions in smaller groups, you will get the opportunity to ask the practical questions you need to know to take the initial steps in your UK journey.

Panel discussion incl. Q&A: Upcoming areas and opportunities across the UK
The UK’s diverse profile of smart cities provides opportunities for companies to match their capabilities with the particular needs of each city. This panel will give you insights in which cities need your innovation and what local needs you can solve.

Participating companies present their current needs in terms of Competence, Contacts and Capital with questions from a panel
It is time to show who you are and what your company does. You will get the opportunity to stand in front of a panel of British ecosystem experts and investors to present your company and get feedback and questions on your plan for the UK market.

Networking with drinks and nibbles

Meet the participating companies

Better Planet – Design and installation of heat pumps and other renewables

Bower - Making recycling a rewarding no-brainer

Cleantech Cluster Lithuania - Connecting the leaders of clean technologies

Enjay – Unlocking energy recovery in impossible environments

Fusebox - Energy flexibility trading platform.

Laava Tech - The most energy efficient and productive solution for indoor farming

NODA - Building better energy

Parently - A circular subscription platform for baby and children gear

Accessing the venue/event relating to Covid-19

The Swedish Chamber of Commerce is continually monitoring government and health guidelines to protect our team and our guests. Along with the venue provider, we want to provide a safe environment. All guests must comply with government recommendations and if you are feeling unwell or showing any symptoms, we kindly ask you to stay at home.

Learn more about TechConnect here, and visit our supporting partner Invest in Skåne here.