About the Program
The Swedish-German Cleantech Platform (SGCP) is a market introduction program that supports Swedish cleantech companies in entering the German market. The program is funded and managed by the Swedish Energy Agency and implemented in cooperation with the German-Swedish Chamber of Commerce.
The program focuses on solutions that contribute to a fossil-free, sustainable, resilient, and competitive energy system. A key focus area is sustainable cities, including technologies and innovations within renewable energy, energy and resource efficiency, smart cities and buildings, as well as waste management and recycling.
The purpose of the program is for participating companies to explore the German innovation ecosystem and identify potential customers and partners. Moreover, SGCP connects clusters, networks, and key stakeholders in both countries to foster new bi-national collaborations. In this way, the platform builds long-term bridges between Sweden and Germany in the field of green energy and sustainable innovation.
The platform is hosted by the Swedish Energy Agency and operated by the German-Swedish Chamber of Commerce.
The Swedish Energy Agency
The Swedish Energy Agency is a government authority tasked with matters relating to Sweden’s energy system, the supply and use of energy, and secure energy supply.
The department promotes long-term and sustainable development of the energy system by funding research, development and demonstration projects. It also supports the commercialisation of energy technologies, services and solutions that contribute to a sustainable energy system.
The department works to ensure that research, development and innovation efforts are introduced into society by new businesses. It collaborates with various stakeholders both nationally and internationally, and is responsible for analysing and sharing research findings.
Swedish Energy Agency (energimyndigheten.se)
The German-Swedish Chamber of Commerce
The German-Swedish Chamber of Commerce was established in 1951 to promote the development of German and Swedish business relations.
The approximately 1,200 member companies in both Germany and Sweden benefit from the Chamber’s expertise in various business areas such as tax and legal matters, market growth initiatives, networking opportunities, and customized promotional activities.
The German-Swedish Chamber of Commerce is part of German Chambers of Commerce Abroad (AHK) and works as a bilateral networking platform, with its head office in Stockholm and local offices in Gothenburg and Malmö.
German-Swedish Chamber of Commerce (handelskammer.se/en)
Partners
German Energy Agency (dena)
Deutsche Energie-Agentur (dena) – the German Energy Agency – works to drive the transition towards a climate-neutral society. With a diverse team of experts from over 30 countries, they support stakeholders, develop future-oriented solutions and promote innovation in Germany and internationally. Their work combines economic viability, environmental responsibility and social equity, as they build networks, implement practical projects and foster international collaboration for a sustainable future.
NRW.Energy4Climate
NRW.Energy4Climate is North Rhine-Westphalia’s state agency for energy and climate protection. Its mission is to guide the region toward a climate-neutral industrial future by 2045. The agency supports businesses and municipalities across energy, industry, heating, and mobility sectors by promoting renewable energy and efficient heating and cooling solutions. NRW.Energy4Climate is also an important project partner on the SET Tech Festival, where compatencies and experiences align to advance cutting-edge technologies and highlight solutions for a climate-neutral future.
Projects
Start Up Energy Transition (SET)
SET is an initiative of the German Energy Agency (dena), identifying international leading start-ups in the fields of energy transition and climate protection. It includes the SET Award, the SET Tech Festival and the global SET Network. Sweden is partner country of SET and each year several innovative Swedish start ups participate in the SET Award. Swedish Energy Agency is a SET Tech Festival gold sponsor.
Start Up Energy Transition (startup-energy-transition.com)