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29 January 2025

InvestCEC Seeks Circular Entrepreneurs for Smart City Innovations

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InvestCEC, a project funded by Horizon Europe, has announced its second call for entrepreneurs dedicated to advancing circular solutions within smart cities. The initiative aims to connect innovative startups with urban centres and public service providers, focusing on Klagenfurt, Austria, and plans for expansion to other Austrian cities.

The project is particularly interested in entrepreneurs working in the following sectors:

  • Renewable Energy
  • Waste Management
  • Smart City Logistics
  • Wastewater Valorisation and Recycling
  • Drinking Water Management
  • CO₂ Reduction and Energy Efficiency

Selected participants will benefit from opportunities to:

  • Present their ideas to decision-makers in Klagenfurt and other key EU stakeholders.
  • Receive coaching on funding strategies, business planning, and pitching.
  • Showcase their innovations at the CIRPLEX exhibition in Austria.

The application deadline is 15 February 2025. For more information and to apply, please visit InvestCEC.