Technologies: AI;Computer Vision;AR/VR
Applications: AI for Personalized Recommendations;Computer Vision for Home Analysis;AR/VR for Virtual Home Tours
Challenge: Visualising customers' homes
Description: the ways to provide relevant product and service to customers through their own preferences. For many retailers, personalisation relates to a customer's own preferences.
Having access to information about customers homes - the fabric, the decor, the contents - will help us to more effectively recommend solutions for customers. We're looking for a way of creating a value exchange which will encourage customers to share the information with us.


Technologies: AI;Cloud Computing;Mobile App Development;Location-based Services
Applications: AI for Order Fulfillment;Cloud-based Order Management;Mobile Apps for Customer Engagement;Location-based Store Navigation
Challenge: Click&Collect in under 1 hour
Description: new services to allow customers to order products online and collect in a store of their choice in under an hour. Initial investigations have suggested IT development for this service will be complex and costly - it is yet to understand if an easier way can be found to implement the service (potentially as a trial) to assess customer demand and make a decision on future investment.


Technologies: AI;Blockchain
Applications: AI for Customer Behavior Analysis and Personalization;Blockchain for Supply Chain Transparency
Challenge: Customer Behaviour Change
Description: that enable customers to make more sustainable shopping choices. With this challenge we're looking for innovative ways in which we can support customers to be better informed and support them to make prolonged sustainable choices in their shopping habits.


Technologies: AI;Blockchain;Sustainability Technologies
Applications: AI for Retail Analytics; Blockchain for Food Traceability; Sustainable Product Design
Challenge: Circular Retail Models
Description: Forward-thinking retail models and operations that leverage circularity to prolong the life of products and create new revenue streams. We're looking to identify businesses that are at the forefront of circular retail where there is value in prolonging the life or finding new homes for products beyond the norms of today.


Technologies: AI;IoT;Cloud Computing;Data Analytics;AR/VR
Applications: AI for Personalized Shopping Recommendations;IoT for Inventory Management;Cloud-based Omnichannel Platform;Data-driven Customer Insights;AR/VR for Virtual Try-on Experiences
Challenge: Omnichannel: increasing value
Description: Innovations which connect the digital and physical assets of a large scale retailer to create new value. We're looking for innovative solutions to solve all or part of the omnichannel conundrum making shopping seamless for our customers and creating empowered colleagues along the way.


Technologies: AI;Computer Vision;IoT;Robotics
Applications: AI for Inventory Management;Computer Vision for Product Recognition;IoT for Real-time Tracking;Robotics for Automated Stock Replenishment
Challenge: Drive On-Shelf availability
Description: On-Shelf availability is an essential element in optimising customer experience, poor on-shelf availability erodes trust and can impact quality perception, it is also one of the highest causes of detraction. We’re looking for innovative solutions that can maximise on-shelf availability, whilst optimising the cost of waste and inventory.


Technologies: AI;Computer Vision;Machine Learning
Applications: AI for Product Recognition;Computer Vision for Object Detection;Machine Learning for Fraud Detection
Challenge: Shrink Self-Service Paradox
Description: We are looking for innovative solutions that can reduce the risk exposure of self-checkout technology, without compromising the customer experience. It should be noted that interventions at self-checkout are a major cause of detraction and negatively impact net-promotor and overall satisfaction scores, and therefore interventions need to be kept to a minimum or ideally removed altogether (with the exception of legal age verification etc.).


Technologies: AI;Machine Learning;Data Analytics;Personalization Engines;Omni-channel Platforms
Applications: AI-powered Product Recommendations;Personalized Shopping Assistants;Predictive Analytics for Customer Behavior;Omni-channel Customer Data Integration;Frictionless Payment Solutions
Challenge: Frictionless/Hassle Free shopping experience
Description: Customers have a plethora of options when choosing how and where to shop, with the customer journey intersecting online and offline; ‘ease’ is one of the top ten drivers of choice and therefore we are looking for innovative solutions to join up, remove points of friction and personalise our customer’s experiences across all our channels.


Technologies: AI;Blockchain;Data Analytics
Applications: AI for Food Waste Prediction;Blockchain for Food Traceability;Data Analytics for Consumer Behavior Insights
Challenge: Reducing Food Waste
Description: As a major food retailer, we are determined to do whatever we can to reduce food waste, right across the value chain. we know that food waste in the home is also a major problem, and is made more acute in customers' minds as the cost of living crisis is taken into consideration.
We are looking for innovative solutions that can help us reduce our own food waste further, alongside helping our customers find solutions to reducing food waste at home.


Technologies: AI;NLP;Chatbot;Knowledge Base
Applications: AI-powered Chatbot;Natural Language Processing for Text Analysis;Knowledge Base Management;Customer Service Automation
Challenge: Connected chat for all
Description: Expanding the functionality of online chat that typically exists between end users and customer service to connect all interested parties, including peer to peer, specialist product teams, brand teams, etc.


Technologies: Data Analytics;Data Visualization;Front-End Development;Data Storage
Applications: Data Analysis for Size Chart Standardization;Data Visualization for Size Guides;Front-End Interface for Size Information;Data Storage and Organization
Challenge: Digital/Data driven size guides
Description: A solution that is able to consume size data (typically spreadsheets) and store/organise the data to deliver the size charts consistently in a clean front end format. We are interested in a tool that can ingest size chart data from multiple sources, organise the data, standardise the data and enable a front end to call the data and represent size information to individual consumers in a format that works for them and the brand.


Technologies: AI;Content Management Systems;Data Analytics
Applications: AI for Content Personalization;CMS for Product Information Management;Data Analytics for Consumer Behavior Insights
Challenge: Product Content Management
Description: A solution that enables product content completeness, consistency and versioning that helps trading teams target content to the right place, time, user. Who will benefit from the solution? End users/consumers/browsers. How? By providing the right level of content in the best format for the user. Example: summarised version versus full creative/marketing content.


Technologies: Analytics API;SDK
Applications: Web data collection;Mobile data collection;Server-side data collection;Data integration;Data engineering efficiency
Challenge: Startups managing large customer data
Description: We are looking for early stage startups that are dealing with large customer data, want a unify view of their customer, and drive real-time personalize experiences.

We are offering:
- $50,000 in Segment credits that last 1 year, an additional year of credits if you still qualify, then a year at a 50% discount, then 1 year at a 25% discount.
- Access to our dealbook of over $1M in other software deals
- Expedited support


Technologies: Wearables;Sensors
Applications: Wearable devices for worker safety;Sensors for area monitoring
Challenge: Volumetric monitoring of dangerous areas
Description: Cost-effective and user-friendly solutions to avoid the possible safety risks of people entering dangerous areas by creating volumetric delimitations of those areas. Wearable and sensor technologies preferred.


Technologies: Sustainable building materials; Energy-efficient design; Renewable energy integration
Applications: Natural insulation materials; Solar panels and wind turbines for substations; Green roofs and walls; Smart energy management systems; Carbon-neutral construction techniques
Challenge: Sustainable construction technologies
Description: The client is looking for sustainable building technologies which focus on energy efficiency, reduced carbon footprints, and the use of more natural, renewable materials aimed at redesigning some assets of the grid, with the goal of improving the environmental impact of current solutions in particular in terms of CO2 emissions. Substations are the primary asset to be built.


Technologies: High Performance Computing (HPC); Hardware; Software
Applications: Specialized CPUs/GPUs; Advanced Cooling Systems; Workload Management; Energy-Efficient Computing
Challenge: High Performance Computing
Description: Innovative solution for HPC (High Performance Computing). It can be either Hardware (e.g. special CPUs/GPUs, advanced cooling systems capable of pushing the system further and/or be more sustainable, any other HW innovation in HPC space) or SW (e.g. workload management, energy consumption, etc.)


Technologies: Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS); Carbon Capture, Utilization and Storage (CCUS); Direct Air Capture (DAC)
Applications: CO2 capture from waste-to-energy plants; CO2 utilization for industrial processes; Enhanced Oil Recovery (EOR); CO2 storage in geological formations
Challenge: Carbon capture
Description: Waste-to-energy and other power plants are among the largest CO2 emitters, in the production phase. To reduce our carbon footprint, we are looking for technologies that could directly capture the C02 from production (in our case waste-to-energy plants) and be able to use it for other purposes.


Technologies: Small Wind Technologies; Mini Wind; Micro Wind
Applications: Innovative wind energy generation; B2B and B2C energy solutions; Competitive energy investment options
Challenge: Small Wind Technologies
Description: Small Wind (mini and micro wind innovative technologies and business model). Technologies should be efficient and with a competitive investment cost, in order to accelerate the adoption and the installation especially b2b(2c) and to extend our energy company actual offering.


Technologies: AI;Machine Learning;Natural Language Processing;Blockchain;Big Data;Intelligent Robotic Process Automation;Internet of Things
Applications: AI for Smart Routing;Machine Learning for ETA Optimization;Natural Language Processing for Logistics Communication;Blockchain for Supply Chain Security;Big Data Analytics for Logistics Insights;Intelligent Automation for Warehouse Management;IoT for Connected Logistics
Challenge: Logistics Digital Platforms
Description: We are looking for digital platforms offering solutions to the supply chain ecosystem addressing inefficiencies and leveraging innovative technologies such as artificial intelligence, machine learning, natural language processing, blockchain, big data, intelligent robotic process automation and Internet of Things. The solutions should bring improvements in different areas of the supply chain but more focused on logistics.


Technologies: AI;Remote Sensing;GIS;Blockchain;IoT
Applications: AI for land cover classification;Remote Sensing for soil analysis;GIS for land mapping;Blockchain for supply chain traceability;IoT for environmental monitoring
Challenge: Agritech: Land Studying
Description: innovative solutions in the agritech space for the analysis of land use and land cover. Among these, ENI Agro Energy Services is looking for companies that offer traceability, monitoring & certifications solutions (along supply chain); increase the involvement of the local farmers (social sustainability); provide an analysis of the ground structure; support the process of land mapping and land regeneration.


Technologies: Remote Sensing; Bio-engineering; Agricultural Risk Management; Production Management
Applications: Sensors for crop monitoring; Satellite imagery for precision agriculture; Drones for crop spraying; Bio-engineering for crop improvement; Risk alerts for weather events; Production management software for farm operations
Challenge: Agritech: improve tools
Description: innovative solutions in the agritech space. Among these, ENI Agro Energy Services is looking for companies that offer hardware for remote sensing (sensors, satellites, drones), bio-engineering solutions, agricultural risk alerts and predictions, and production management tools.


Technologies: AI;IoT;Robotics;Sensors
Applications: AI for waste sorting and classification;IoT for waste management systems;Robotics and automation for waste processing;Sensors for monitoring waste quality and composition
Challenge: Agritech: Waste Valorization
Description: innovative solutions in the agritech space for waste valorization. Among these, ENI Agro Energy Services is looking for companies that offer solutions for the upcycling and reutilization of agricultural or livestock waste and residues.


Technologies: Data Analytics;AI;IoT
Applications: Data Analytics for Agritech;AI-powered Plant Analytics;IoT for Agricultural Monitoring
Challenge: Agritech: Learn from Data
Description: innovative solutions in the agritech space for data analytics. Among these, ENI Agro Energy Services is looking for companies that offer plants analytics and monitoring through data agrihub processes and enhancements.


Technologies: AI;IoT;Robotics;Drones;Advanced Sensors;Chemical Injection
Applications: AI for predictive maintenance;IoT for real-time monitoring;Robotic repairs;Drone-based pipeline inspection;Sensors for leak detection;Chemical sealing for pipe repairs
Challenge: Plant and Water Optimization
Description: The solution will fix the underground piping system in a plant could be very expensive and could cause a production stop or delay. We are looking for NON-INVASIVE technologies able to repair underground piping systems. The solution can also include technologies to detect faults and leakages in water pipelines without digging underground. Solutions that enable optimization of production plants and manufacturing processes will also be considered.


Technologies: Flexible Packaging; Sustainable Materials; Recycling
Applications: Sustainable packaging for coffee products; Eco-friendly materials for food packaging; Mono-material packaging solutions
Challenge: Sustainable Flexible Packaging for Coffee
Description: We are scouting for companies that offer sustainable, eco-friendly, and recyclable materials that can be used in our flexible coffee packaging in order to meet our sustainability goals.


Technologies: Fintech;Blockchain
Applications: Fintech for in-car payments;Blockchain for in-car IDs and passport validation
Challenge: In car Blockchain Applications
Description: We are looking for a solution that uses fintech technology to facilitate tolling processes through in-car payments and make the process much more user-friendly for the driver. We are also looking for solutions that apply blockchain for in-car IDs and passport validation. Both payments and validation of IDs and passports must happen in the car .


Technologies: Robotics; Artificial Intelligence (AI); Machine Learning (ML); Deep Learning (DL); Computer Vision; Blockchain; Analytics; Internet of Things (IoT)
Applications: Robotics for Automation; AI for Process Optimization; ML for Predictive Maintenance; DL for Quality Control; Computer Vision for Object Recognition; Blockchain for Secure Data Sharing; Analytics for Production Insights; IoT for Connected Manufacturing
Challenge: Robotics and Lean Manufacturing
Description: The solution we are looking for includes process optimization in terms of time, quality, and quantity produced for manufacturing plants. The solution might include technologies such as robotics, artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML), deep learning (DL), computer vision, blockchain, analytics, and internet of things (IoT). A focus on the beverage and bottling industry is preferred.


Technologies: AI;Robotic Process Automation;Cloud Computing
Applications: AI for HR Analytics;RPA for Payroll Automation;Cloud-based HR Software
Challenge: People organization and change
Description: Software and associated hardware for automating the human resources function in organizations. It includes employee payroll and compensation, talent acquisition and management, workforce analytics, performance management, and benefits administration.


Technologies: AI;Telemedicine;E-Health
Applications: AI for Patient Data Analysis;Telemedicine for Remote Consultations;E-Health Platform for Digital Healthcare Services
Challenge: Healthcare Obesity
Description: innovative solutions in the healthcare industry that create awareness around obesity, able to identify people with obesity and enable easy access to doctors (telemedicine / teleconsultation).
Another feature of the solution would be easy and online access to medical recipes and delivery of the drug at the patient's home.


Technologies: AI;Blockchain;IoT;Sustainable Materials
Applications: AI for Battery Health Assessment;Blockchain for Battery Trading;IoT for Battery Management;Sustainable Materials for Battery Recycling
Challenge: Second-Life EV Batteries
Description: We are looking for technologies that facilitate second-life electric vehicle battery usage or assess the state of health (SOH) of second-life EV batteries. We are interested in solutions that include end-to-end process management for second-life battery pick up and recycling, providers of second-life batteries, platforms that enable the sale of second-life batteries.


Technologies: AI;Mobile App Development;Geolocation;Real-time Data Processing
Applications: AI-powered Call Center;Mobile App for Roadside Assistance;Geolocation Services;Real-time Tracking and Analytics
Challenge: Digital roadside assistance
Description: We are looking for solutions that can help us digitize the roadside assistance services for the Eni Enjoy car sharing fleet in Italy. Main features: call for assistance via phone or mobile app, geolocalization, real-time tracking, premium customer experience, analytics and reporting etc


Technologies: AI;IoT;Robotics;AR/VR
Applications: AI-powered interactive toys;IoT-connected smart toys;Robotic companions for language learning;AR/VR for immersive storytelling and education
Challenge: Solutions promoting babies development
Description: new ideas for childhood education, development, entertainment and cognitive assessment (0-5 years old).
Focus:
1.	How to leverage the power of the new technologies and digital tools to stimulate and develop the bay in an healthy and safe way, avoiding screens and promoting interaction with parents.
2.	Stimulating and learning, i.e. motor skills, new languages, STEAM in early stage, etc.
3.	Development measurement and cognitive assessment.


Technologies: AI;IoT;Software
Applications: AI for charging optimization;IoT for smart micro-grid management;Software for end-to-end planning and infrastructure balancing
Challenge: EVs Charging Infrastructure Solutions
Description: We are looking for solutions, services, tools and new business models related to intelligent charging systems and smart micro-grid solutions. Software associated to charging optimization and smart grid management will be welcome.


Technologies: RFID;Smart Labeling;Smart Barcodes;IoT
Applications: RFID for Real-time Tracking;Smart Labeling for Asset Identification;Smart Barcodes for Inventory Management;IoT for Supply Chain Visibility
Challenge: Control and management of supply
Description: We are looking for companies that offer an asset identification system with a reduced price and, in addition, without maintenance.
The system should be able to tell us in real-time the location, condition, and quantity of packages in order to make sure that these are distributed correctly and according to our needs.


Technologies: Chemical Recycling;Mechanical Recycling
Applications: Chemical Recycling for PPS Material Production;Mechanical Recycling for Sustainable Packaging
Challenge: Recycled PPS material
Description: Technologies for the production of raw PPS materials, proceeding from chemical or mechanical recycling processes, which are suitable for injection purposes. The target material is V0 flame retardant.


Technologies: Data Analytics;Data Visualization;Machine Learning
Applications: Data Analytics for Carbon Footprint Analysis;Data Visualization for Emission Comparison;Machine Learning for Emission Prediction
Challenge: CO2 emissions database
Description: database of the CO2 and greenhouse gas emissions of similar product lines to be able to compare them to our equivalent emissions and take direct action to reduce the emissions that are above the industry average.


Technologies: AI; IoT; Smart Grids; Blockchain; Industry 4.0
Applications: AI for energy management; IoT for smart homes and grids; Blockchain for supply chain optimization; Industry 4.0 for process automation and waste reduction
Challenge: Green sector challenge
Description: - Energy transition solutions, including energy flexibility, self-generation, smart grids&storage, and smart home.
- Industry 4.0 solutions, including reduction of emissions and waste, logistics, process efficiency, and packaging.
- Smart city solutions, including sustainable mobility, water management, pollution control, and waste management.
- Circular economy, including waste optimization, recycling, and economy of functionality.


Technologies: Biotechnology;Natural Solutions
Applications: Biotech for oil decontamination;Natural methods for cable treatment
Challenge: Biotech for-decontamination-of oil-filled-electrical cables
Description: We are looking for natural and biotech solutions that could minimize/neutralize the impact and risk of the procedure of eliminating the oil from the electrical cables, whether they are then taken out of the ground or have to be left there for technical constraints.


Technologies: AI;IoT;Robotics
Applications: AI for employee training and engagement; IoT for energy management and smart office solutions; Robotics for waste sorting and recycling
Challenge: Sustainability-related startup search
Description: We are looking for solutions that can facilitate the creation of a more sustainable work environment, from recycled uniforms to eco-friendly materials for the office. We are also interested in training solutions for our employees and solutions to reduce energy consumption within the workplace.


Technologies: Biochar Production; Biomass Valorization
Applications: Carbon Sequestration; Sustainable Product Development; Alternative Energy Sources; Agricultural Soil Amendment
Challenge: Biochar Production & Valorization
Description: - Learn about the applications of biochar and how they compare in terms of unit economics and carbon impact (sequestration and alternatives to carbon intensive products),
- Learn about the different pathways to create value out of biomass,
- Meet actors in the market, understand the business models and development strategies.


Technologies: AI;Subsurface Characterization
Applications: AI for 3D/4D Modeling;Subsurface Characterization for Geothermal Exploration
Challenge: Geothermal Discovery Technology
Description: Enel is looking for a decision support tool able to create a 3D/4D model of
underground reservoirs to reduce mineral risk-related drilling of unproductive or not
efficient wells. The tool will increase the efficiency of geothermal operations with the
final goal to reduce uncertainty and will be preferably based on Artificial intelligence to analyze available data.


Technologies: AI;Database Management;Lead Generation Tools
Applications: AI for Lead Scoring and Qualification;Database Management for Contact Organization;Lead Generation Tools for Market Research
Challenge: Database and lead generation tool
Description: A database or lead generation tool that can provide us with contact information of new leads to focus our marketing, sales, and PR efforts and gain visibility and recognition in the market.


Technologies: AI;API;Data Analytics;Scalable Cloud Computing
Applications: AI for data gathering and analytics;API integration for platform connectivity;Data analytics for customer experience enhancement;Scalable cloud infrastructure for data processing
Challenge: CX Platform for Charging Stations
Description: We’re looking for a digital solution for cross-channel assessment capable of
establishing an e-Mobility Community while gathering and analyzing the data
generated through the whole value chain and customer experience of sustainable
mobility services.


Technologies: Precision Fermentation
Applications: Precision Fermentation for Protein Production; Fermentation for Food and Beverage Innovation
Challenge: Precision Fermentation Protein
Description: we are looking for companies using precision fermentation to obtain alternative proteins. These proteins are the building blocks for a new generation of food and drinks aiming to improve sustainability, health, nutrition, and targeting consumer demands.


Technologies: Dry system technology; Activated carbon technology; Flue gas treatment systems
Applications: Mercury removal from flue gases; NOx abatement; Acid gas recovery
Challenge: NOx and Hg abatement
Description: alternative solutions to the ones explained in order to:
- Remove NOx from flue gases at low temperature
- Remove Hg from flue gases at high temperature for a dry reagent system


Technologies: Exoskeleton;Robotics;Sensors
Applications: Exoskeleton for Industrial Workers;Robotic Assistance for Manual Labor;Sensor-based Ergonomic Monitoring
Challenge: Active Exoskeleton Control Systems
Description: Active assistance systems (defined as active exoskeletons) for functions such as lifting loads, insertion movements (gripper type), and lumbar and/or arm efforts that reduce or eliminate the ergonomic stress generated and that are accompanied by a correct evaluation that allows us to identify the improvement obtained from their integration. We want to protect the health of workers and reduce the risk of accidents and injury.


Technologies: Sensors;Algorithms;AI;Robotics
Applications: Sensors for water quality monitoring;AI-powered maintenance scheduling;Robotic pool cleaners;Air quality sensors
Challenge: Connected Pools & maintenance
Description: Solutions to digitalize the pool operations/business. Some goals are to make pool maintenance easier and less time-consuming, tracking the pool water parameters, and enhancing work efficiency. Sensors, algorithms, and innovative techniques that can help automatize/ease operations. Expected outcomes are:
-Ensure Water quality
-Installation/maintenance of products
-Robotic Pool Cleaners
-Ensure Air quality


Technologies: AI;Industry 4.0
Applications: AI for internal process improvement;Industry 4.0 for manufacturing optimization
Challenge: Digitalization of internal operations
Description: Digital solutions to improve the internal/industrial process of building and designing the pools. The solutions should include:
-Industry 4.0
-AI industrial/internal application


Technologies: AI;Blockchain;IoT;Cybersecurity
Applications: AI for Threat Detection;Blockchain for Data Security;IoT for Smart Pool Monitoring;Cybersecurity for Enterprise Software
Challenge: Cyber security
Description: We are looking for cybersecurity solutions to avoid breaches in pool control and automation systems, which can lead to threat actors tweaking the pool pH and chlorine levels.


Technologies: Virtual Reality
Applications: VR for Construction; VR for Immersive Design
Challenge: Virtual reality - planning
Description: VR technology allows for the building of 3D models that will contain information about the future building and provide an immersive walking around the pool. Thus, clients have an opportunity to view a clear picture of their projects instead of uninformative drawings.


Technologies: Virtual Reality;Entertainment Technology
Applications: VR for Gaming;Entertainment for User Engagement
Challenge: Improving user experience
Description: Services and products to improve user experience and user satisfaction, enhancing users' perceptions of service quality. The solutions should be able to:
-Improve the experience of the end user
-Promote and encourage sustainable attitudes
-Ensure User safety
-Use virtual reality and entrainment solutions


Technologies: AI;Machine Learning;Data Analytics
Applications: AI for Energy Management;Machine Learning for Predictive Analytics;Data Analytics for Grid Optimization
Challenge: Tool to predict grid dispatch
Description: A tool that can predict and notify the client of a potential grid dispatch event ahead of time. That will help the company to notify their customers about a potential distruption.


Technologies: VR;AR;AI;Blockchain
Applications: VR and AR for immersive learning experiences; AI for interactive lessons and test correction; Blockchain for secure content sharing and student communities
Challenge: Educational Technology Innovative Solutions
Description: Software, hardware or platform solutions that facilitate the interaction between students and teachers (VR, AR, AI, blockchain), the creation of contents and student communities, management of agendas and homeworks. Solutions must be also inclusive as regards students with disabilities, and language and economic differences.


Technologies: Electrification; Plasma; Biochar; Microbe-based solutions; Crop monitoring
Applications: Decarbonized fertilizer production; Alternative soil enhancement; Microbial fertilizer enhancers; Precision agriculture
Challenge: Sustainability in Fertilizers
Description: Learn about the innovations in the fertilizer space
- decarbonized production methods for current commodities such as ammonia, nitrogen, nitric acid, nitrate (e.g., electrification/ plasma)
- alternative fertilizers/ soil enhancer (e.g., biochar-based potting mix)
- fertilizer enhancers (e.g., microbe-based)
- crop monitoring solutions for precision agriculture

Key words : GHG, nitrous oxides, organic/ inorganic, nitrogen, phosphorus, potassium


Technologies: AI;IoT;Energy Storage;Renewable Energy
Applications: AI for Energy Resource Management;IoT for Smart Grid Control;Energy Storage for Grid Stability;Renewable Energy Integration
Challenge: Energy Management Business Development
Description: energy management service which utilize multiple assets such as energy storage, mobility, and renewable energy. It is preferred that companies has been already operating energy management business in their region and managing 1000+ energy resources.


Technologies: AI;Biometrics;Speech Recognition
Applications: AI for Voice Authentication;Biometrics for Customer Identification;Speech Recognition for 2FA
Challenge: Voice Authentication
Description: Solutions that can accurately identify customers within a few seconds by recognizing customers’ specific voiceprint, and also as Two-factor authentication (2FA); not only increasing the call center agents’ efficiency and customer satisfaction levels but also for security, compliance and fraud mitigation.


Technologies: Robotics;Drones;AI;Computer Vision;Automation
Applications: Robotic Inspection of Industrial Sites;Drone-based Cargo Handling;AI-powered Safety Systems for Construction;Automated Data Collection and Analysis;Remote Supervision of Hazardous Environments
Challenge: Robotic solutions for industrial operations
Description: Robotic solutions that can help inspections of assets such as primary substations, sewage treatment plants, and production facilities, as well as cargo handling, remote supervision of large sites, and access to hazardous environments. Such solutions can be either hardware or software that can integrate with robots on the market.


Technologies: AI;Data Analytics;Cloud Computing;Mobile Development
Applications: AI-powered workforce planning;Data-driven forecasting;Cloud-based collaboration platform;Mobile app for real-time scheduling
Challenge: Workforce Optimization Tool
Description: Solutions that offer workforce planning & optimization with the possibility to create forecasts and what-if analyses in order to support strategic planning of human capital. Users should be able to dynamically adjust intraday schedule according to the workload, capacity and priorities specified. All data must be accessible through a user-friendly dashboard, customized according to users’ role.


Technologies: AI;Low-code/No-code
Applications: AI for test case design;Low-code/No-code for rapid test automation
Challenge: test automation
Description: test management solution that can automate the design and execution of User Acceptance Tests (UATs). The platform has to support the user in automatically designing new uses cases from scratch (using AI and other advanced technologies), allowing them to be executed on different applications and platforms (Web, Java, Microsoft, IBM..).


Technologies: AI;Blockchain;UX Design
Applications: AI for Social Messaging;Blockchain for Digital Asset Management;UX Design for Payment Interfaces
Challenge: Innovative embedded payments
Description: The research must be functional to the building of an ecosystem of connected services and the solutions identified must be integrable with each other and can be of a financial or non-financial nature. The basic idea is to be able to combine social messaging, payments (including digital/crypto asset) and daily utility functions in a single simple and intuitive interface. Innovative payment services (also in terms of UX) would be much appreciated.


Technologies: Fiber Reinforced Composites
Applications: Prototype development; Product manufacturing; Application design
Challenge: The Composite Engineering Challenge
Description: startups and scaleups that need fiber reinforced composites to realize their prototype, part, product or application. We support you with our expertise and network to find the right fiber reinforced composite material, design and manufacturing process to grow your business.


Technologies: Advanced Materials;Robotics;Thermal Engineering
Applications: Low-Conductivity Insulation;Robotic Manufacturing;Thermal Management Systems
Challenge: Low Thermal Conductivity Materials
Description: We are looking for companies that sell and develop insulation materials with very low conductivity and that improve the state of the art of the materials currently used in the railway sector.


Technologies: AI;Remote Sensing;Software Development;Data Visualization
Applications: AI for Urban Planning;Remote Sensing for Climate Analysis;Software for Ecosystem Assessment;Data Visualization for Sustainability Communication
Challenge: Make Environmental Sustainability Measurable
Description: - data-driven approaches to urban planning decisional process
- remote sensing concerning climate challenges
- software/database for the assessment of ecosystem services of green areas
- digital interface to communicate and manage landscape sustainability data
- identify benchmark rating to evaluate sustainabillity level
- integrate sustainability index for landscape materials (e.g. permeability, albedo, etc)


Technologies: Homomorphic Encryption; Cybersecurity; ICT; IT/OT/Cloud
Applications: Homomorphic Encryption for Cyber Threat Identification; ICT Platform Monitoring; IT/OT/Cloud Security
Challenge: Homomorphic Encryption for Cybersecurity
Description: Our company, an electric utility based in Italy, is looking to explore the potential benefits that innovative solutions based on homomorphic encryption could bring to the centralized monitoring of the Cybersecurity status of our ICT platformsand regarding the IT/OT/Cloud fields (e.g. Cyber threat identification)


Technologies: AI;Data Analytics;Behavioral Science;Cybersecurity
Applications: AI-powered employee profiling;Data-driven cybersecurity awareness training;Behavioral analytics for employee engagement;Personalized security awareness programs
Challenge: Behavioural Analytics & Cybersecurity-Awareness Initiatives
Description: Our company, a 5k employee electric utility based in Italy, is looking for innovative solutions that could allow the mapping and gathering of employee behaviour into profiles and competences in order to improve the engagement our internal Cyber Security Awareness Program.


Technologies: Separation Processes; Solvent Extraction; Ion Exchange; Electromagnetic Separation
Applications: Process Optimization; Rare Earth Element Recovery; Material Enrichment; Efficient Resource Utilization
Challenge: Enrichment of Rare Earth Elements
Description: We are looking for companies that offer technologies and new solutions for the enrichment of rare earth-containing materials from material previously processed by our mining company.


Technologies: Robotics;Automation;AI
Applications: Robotic Welding;Automated Material Handling;AI-powered Construction Equipment
Challenge: Automatization of construction activities
Description: Automation services or automated equipment allowing the execution of welding activities or material handling without operators. The target is to reduce the number of blue collars involved in construction activities at site.


Technologies: Hydrogen Storage; High-Pressure Cylinders; Innovative Carriers
Applications: Storage of High-Quantity Hydrogen; Alternative Containment Methods; Efficient Energy Storage
Challenge: Hydrogen Storage
Description: A new system of hydrogen storage that is not just the physical containment in high pressure cylinders or vessels. We are open to evaluate new process of containment or innovative hydrogen carriers.


Technologies: Battery Technology; Certification
Applications: High-capacity Battery Production; International Standard Compliance
Challenge: Batteries for BESS systems
Description: A proven capacity to produce high capacity batteries according with International standards. The batteries shall be already certified by International certifying authorities.


Technologies: AI;Virtual Reality;Robotics
Applications: AI-powered assessment and training platform;Virtual Reality equipment operation simulation;Robotics for construction automation
Challenge: Assessment and training tool for equipment operators
Description: Heavy Equipment Simulator able to:
-assess the capabilities of heavy equipment operators candidates;
 -train Company operators.
Heavy equipment means specific equipment for pipeline construction industry such as Pipelayers, excavators, cranes, ecc.


Technologies: AI;AR/VR;Computer Vision;IoT
Applications: AI for Remote Assistance;AR/VR for Training and Guidance;Computer Vision for Equipment Inspection;IoT for Equipment Monitoring
Challenge: Remote assistance of frontline workers
Description: Remote assistance services for heavy equipment maintenance.
Heavy equipment means specific equipment for pipeline construction industry such as Pipelayers, excavators, cranes, ecc.


Technologies: AI;Machine Learning;Sustainability Technologies
Applications: AI for Packaging Design;Machine Learning for Material Identification;Sustainable Packaging Solutions
Challenge: CIRCULAR PACKAGING
Description: We want to know all the European and Israelín start ups trying to tackel all the packaging solutions within the circular economy ecosystem!
We have seen several start upswithin the recyclable, and compostable packagings ecosystems but we seek for more circular economy this time.


Technologies: Methanation;Carbon Capture;Energy Efficiency
Applications: Methanation for Carbon Capture;Energy-efficient Methanation Processes;Carbon Capture for Circular Economy
Challenge: Catalytic Methanation with higher efficiency
Description: We are searching for solutions to address both Carbon Capture Segment and ROI improvement for circular economy applications.
A methanation process that would be less energy expensive in order to reduce the system OPEX for customers.


Technologies: Pyrolysis;Gasification;Catalytic Reforming;Syngas Purification
Applications: Plastic-to-Syngas Conversion;Plastic-to-Bio-oil;Syngas Upgrading for Microturbine Fuel;Waste-to-Energy Systems
Challenge: From Plastic to Power Generation
Description: We are searching for solutions to address green economy applications related to power generation from plastic waste.
This solution shall be able to generate syngas or bio-oil from plastics, as well as to purify syngas generated from plastic within gas parameters required by a Microturbine (Catalyst / Upgrading system).


Technologies: Heat Pumps;Chillers;CO2 Capture;CO2 Purification
Applications: Refrigerant Cycles;Room Conditioning;Process Cooling;Industrial Refrigeration;CO2 Transformation
Challenge: CO2 R744 Heat Pumps
Description: Heat pumps/Chillers with R744 as refrigerant fluid, in order to replace old HFC heat pumps (from 3 to 90kW of cooling power), used for room conditioning/process cooling or for connect to air handling units. Our clients are commercial centers, offices, hospitality, industries, oil&gas platforms.
We are also looking for solutions that can capture CO2, treat it, transform it into R744 and store it as gas/liquid in tanks.


Technologies: Gas Capture;Gas-to-Energy;Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS)
Applications: Flare Gas Capture;Tail Gas Utilization;CO2 Sequestration
Challenge: Tail Gas Combustion
Description: We are searching for solutions to address green economy applications related to flare gas emissions and exploit those tail gases to produce power generation.
A solution that will address the zero flare by 2030 challenge for oil&gas companies, lowering or, better, breaking down completely emissions.


Technologies: AI;Blockchain;Cybersecurity;Software Development
Applications: AI for Threat Modelling;Blockchain for Secure Data Management;Cybersecurity for Critical Infrastructure;Software for Compliance and Standardization
Challenge: Cybersecurity standard software management tool
Description: We are searching for a software/platform tool that allow us to facilitate the step by step process in cybersecurity solution development according to both IEC62443 and applicable project specific standards (in terms of both checksheets flow and documents development) / national regulation and at the same time shall be able to be supplied as a service to customer as solution management tool.
A tool with threat modelling and intelligence capability


Technologies: Biomethane purification;Gas polishing;Gas processing
Applications: Biomethane purification for LNG production;Gas polishing for CO2, H2S and incondensable removal;Gas processing for energy sector
Challenge: Biomethane for LNG
Description: We are searching for a Polishing system / package / process capable to purify the biomethane suitable for national gas network into a "Purified Biomethane" suitable to be used for our MicroLNG system that requires more tight ranges for CO2, H2S and expecially incondensable portion for input Biomethane (H2, O2, N2).


Technologies: Generative AI;Knowledge Management
Applications: AI for Engineering Consulting;AI-powered Text Generation;AI-based Report Creation
Challenge: Generative AI for Engineering Consulting
Description: Possibly web based solution able to provide tailored generative AI services for the engineering consulting field. The ideal Platform should provide the possibility to generate and transform text to be inserted in proposals, engineering reports and presentations.


Technologies: AI;Robotics;Advanced Materials
Applications: AI-based pipeline monitoring;Robotic pipeline inspection and maintenance;Advanced coatings for corrosion resistance
Challenge: Pipeline repurposing for CO2 transport
Description: Snam will need to transport CO2 in its pipeline in the future and is looking on innovative technologies to allow the reporposing of current gas pipelines in the future. Solutions for both liquid and gaseous CO2 should be considered. The selected technologies should be deployable in Italy and in the rest of Europe.


Technologies: AI;Computer Vision;Drone Technology
Applications: AI-powered image recognition for welding detection;Drone-based site monitoring;Computer Vision for feature extraction
Challenge: Site Work Progress Monitoring
Description: We are interested in learning more about hardware and software solutions that could help to monitor a site under construction and extract information about work progress on site.
Examples:
- Technologies to acquire data/images of a site under construction
- Analytics and Artificial Intelligence techniques able to extract features of interest from data/images acquired on site.
Feature extracted are used to automate reporting.


Technologies: AI;Blockchain;Biotechnology
Applications: AI for packaging design and optimization; Blockchain for supply chain management and traceability; Biotechnology for biowaste conversion and biodegradable materials
Challenge: Circular Food Packaging
Description: circular solutions that substitute conventional plastic and paper packaging in the food and beverage industry. Circular models and platforms will be prevalent in the selection of sustainable packing solutions. The particular interest presents sustainable loop systems and biowaste reuse with biodegradation features. Circular e-retail packaging will be also considered.


Technologies: Electrified reactor
Applications: Production of synthetic methanol; Storage and loading of methanol on naval vessels
Challenge: Synthetic Methanol production from CO2
Description: - Technologies to convert CO2 into synthetic methanol at sustainable costs. One of the potntial applications could be the replacement of marine diesel oil with synthetic methanol.
- Financing of the pilot plant.


Technologies: Carbon Capture; Utilization Technologies; Storage
Applications: CO2 Utilization; EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction) Integration
Challenge: Carbon Capture Utilization technologies
Description: The existing solutions and researchs about the CO2 utilization technologies. We are capable to capture and storage the CO2, and therefore, our innovation team is focused on its utilization and wishes to know more about future solutions to combine with our EPC capabilities.


Technologies: Water Treatment; Electrolysis; Hydrogen Production
Applications: Offshore Platform Water Treatment; Hydrogen Generation for Offshore Energy
Challenge: Hydrogen production solutions for offshore
Description: Technologies for water treatment/eletrolysis or innovative hydrogen production techniques for its implementation on offshore platforms in proximity of green power generation plants taking full benefit from Rosetti's proven EPC capability.


Technologies: Battery; Hydrogen
Applications: Energy storage for offshore platforms; Base power hubs
Challenge: Battery/Hydrogen solutions for energy storage
Description: Innovative battery/hydrogen technologies for offshore energy storage and base power hubs for its implementation on offshore platforms taking full benefit from Rosetti's proven EPC capability.


Technologies: Textile Engineering; Garment Technology; PPE (Personal Protective Equipment)
Applications: Developing comfortable and protective clothing for workers; Creating cost-effective and environmentally friendly garments; Ensuring compliance with EU regulations on PPE; Enhancing worker safety in high-risk environments.
Challenge: Comfortable clothes for field activities
Description: Economically reasonable garment system to protect workers against the thermal effects of electrical arcs exposure that would be extra comfortable in high temperature and high humidity environments.
The garment must consist of jackets and pants that have been tested and declared.
The garment system shall be compliant with the current EU regulations on PPE.


Technologies: Renewable Energy; High Conductivity Cable Production; Recycled Materials
Applications: Green Power Generation; Sustainable Cable Manufacturing; Efficient Recycling Processes
Challenge: Impact Zero - Cables
Description: Low-carbon aluminum and plastic high conductivity cable production from renewable energy instead of fossil-based energy or more efficient processes for recycled and virgin aluminum.


Technologies: AI;IoT;Blockchain;Data Analytics;Forecasting Models
Applications: AI-based Energy Forecasting;IoT Sensor Networks for Monitoring;Blockchain for Distributed Energy Trading;Data-driven Energy Efficiency Analysis;Advanced Demand-Supply Forecasting
Challenge: Distributed Energy Generation Management
Description: Solutions that can support the large penetration of distributed renewable energy capacity that will be installed according to the Net Zero scenario. We are focusing on advanced solutions for monitoring and forecasting of distributed energy production and demand, for identifying areas where energy efficiency improvements can be made, enabling distributed energy resources to operate together and to be beneficial for the grid.


Technologies: Time Domain Reflectometers; AI; IoT
Applications: Fault detection and localization; Cable testing and measurement; Underground cable mapping; Predictive maintenance; Safety enhancement
Challenge: Automated underground cable fault localization
Description: In order to automate underground cable fault localization we are looking for solutions to improve and automate the activities that involve testing, preliminary localization, and accurate localization of the underground fault. The solution must detect potential faulted points in the cable to perform predictive analysis. The duration of this activity impacts service interruption indexes.


Technologies: Electrochemical pathways; CO2 capture; Mineral and gas valorization
Applications: Ocean-based CO2 capture and storage; Electrochemical processes for mineral extraction; Gas separation and purification
Challenge: Direct Ocean Capture
Description: Looking for investment opportunities in DOC technologies with electrochemical pathways that capture CO2 in the ocean and permanently store it at meaningful scales for less than $100/net metric ton of CO2-equivalent. On and offshore deployable, robust, energy efficient, and low-cost innovations with potential for valorization of co-products (minerals and gasses) are of particular interest.


Technologies: Sustainable materials;Renewable energy;Recycled materials
Applications: Ester oil for transformers;Sustainable production of steel and copper;Renewable power integration
Challenge: Impact zero - Transformers
Description: We are looking for solutions that can facilitate the creation of more sustainable transformers that are able to combine renewable power with the best production technology for recycled and virgin steel and copper as well for a more sustainable oil part.


Technologies: Mechanical; Pyrometallurgical; Hydrometallurgical
Applications: Energy-efficient processes; CE recovery; Water consumption reduction
Challenge: Critical Elements Extraction
Description: Battery recycling solutions from pre-treatment to minerals recovery with cost-effective and environmentally sustainable technologies to recover CE’s such as lithium, cobalt, manganese that can overcome Incumbent tech limitations. For example mechanical, pyrometallurgical and hydrometallurgical based processes are either inefficient in energy consumption and CE recovery, or require excessive water consumption.


Technologies: Nanotechnology;Coating Materials;Surface Engineering
Applications: Nanocoating for Heat Exchangers;Advanced Materials for Energy Efficiency;Surface Modification for Thermal Management
Challenge: Nanocoating material improving heat transfer
Description: We are looking for new and innovative nanocoating solutions that can be applied on the surface of fin-and-tube heat exchangers to improve heat transfer and achieve higher efficiency.


Technologies: Nanotechnology;Coating Technology;Corrosion Engineering
Applications: Nanocoating for Corrosion Resistance;Surface Treatment for Heat Exchangers;Durability Enhancement for Industrial Equipment
Challenge: Nanocoating material improving Corrosion Resistance
Description: We are looking for new and innovative nanocoating solutions that can be applied on the surface of fin-and-tube heat exchangers to reduce corrosion and improve resistance and durability.


Technologies: Nanotechnology;Material Science
Applications: Nanocoating for Heat Exchangers;Anti-Frost Solutions for Energy Efficiency
Challenge: Nanocoating material preventing Ice Formation
Description: We are looking for new and innovative nanocoating solutions that can be applied on fin-and-tube heat exchangers to reduce the frost formation.


Technologies: Advanced Materials; 3D Printing; Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD)
Applications: Material Science for Heat Transfer; 3D-Printed Heat Exchanger Prototyping; CFD Analysis for Fin Design
Challenge: Shapes/Materials for heat exchangers
Description: We are looking for new materials and shapes that can be applied to air heat exchangers to improve their efficiency. This includes new fin shapes and new shapes of heat exchangers.


Technologies: 3D Printing; Additive Manufacturing
Applications: 3D Printing for Heat Exchangers; Additive Manufacturing for Industrial Components
Challenge: 3D printing for heat exchangers
Description: We are looking for new and innovative technologies of 3D printing that could be used to print elements of air heat exchangers and manifolds to achieve higher efficiency and cost-effective solutions.


Technologies: AI;IoT;Robotics
Applications: AI-powered defrosting algorithms;IoT sensors for temperature monitoring;Robotic automation for defrosting processes
Challenge: New defrosting system
Description: We are looking for new and innovative technologies, providing clever ideas in terms of intelligent defrosting systems.


Technologies: Computer Vision;AI;Image Recognition
Applications: Computer Vision for Food Analysis;AI-powered Diet Monitoring;Image Recognition for Healthcare
Challenge: Scan food in the plate
Description: In order to accurately recognize and categorize different types of food, we are looking for solutions/apps/APIs that allow us to scan food in the plate and retrieve nutritional information that can be used to monitor patients under a diet. With this functionality, the patient and the nutritionist have the right information to monitor the relation between the diet and the food ingested.


Technologies: Heat Pump Technology; Smart Home Automation
Applications: Heat Pump for Space Heating; Smart Home Control for Energy Management
Challenge: Heat Pump for apartment
Description: Economically reasonable and ready-to-commercialize heat pump solutions for apartments that can substitute traditional gas-fired boilers. The solution has to fit with customers' balconies and it is fundamental to have a reduced size of the water tank both for space and weight limitations. The final product can be sold to the final customers in the short-medium term period.


Technologies: Electrolyzer;Oxygen valorization;On-site storage and distribution;Alternative energy transformation
Applications: Energy efficiency for hydrogen production;Oxygen by-product utilization;Optimized storage systems for hydrogen;Innovative energy storage and transport
Challenge: Clean Hydrogen for Public Transport
Description: Solutions that can reduce the energy consumption of the electrolyzer fro on-site production, Oxygen valorization as a side product of water splitting, Innovative solutions to optimize on-site storage and distribution, Alternative technologies for the transformation, distribution, and storage of molecule in the liquid, solid, or adsorbed state.


Technologies: Sustainability Design; Green Infrastructure; Eco-Materials
Applications: Sustainable Refueling Stations; Green Roofs; Rainwater Harvesting; Energy-Efficient Design; Eco-Friendly Construction
Challenge: Sustainable Refueling Stations
Description: Innovative solutions in the sustainability design phase. For example, the asphalt sustainability and drainage of the yard, correct design of sunscreens to reduce the cooling duty, the insulation and the eco materials used, the possibility to recover rainwater, the design of green roofs and green areas functional and livable for the clients and not only green grass in the flowerbed, could be possible sustainability implementations.


Technologies: Mechanical;Thermal;Electrochemical;Chemical;AI;IoT;Blockchain
Applications: Mechanical Energy Storage;Thermal Energy Storage;Electrochemical Energy Storage;Chemical Energy Storage;AI for Grid Stability;IoT for Energy Management;Blockchain for Energy Trading
Challenge: Long Duration Storage
Description: - Disruptive solutions (i.e. mechanical, thermal, electrochemical, chemical storage) to store energy for prolonged periods with the aim of providing stability to the grid.
- Technological solutions to manage, orchestrate and optimize the performance of the storage solutions.


Technologies: Mechanical;Thermal;Electrochemical;Chemical
Applications: Mechanical storage for energy conservation;Thermal energy storage for grid stability;Electrochemical systems for long-term energy storage;Chemical storage solutions for grid management
Challenge: Long Duration Storage
Description: - Novel technologies (i.e. mechanical, thermal, electrochemical, and chemical storage) to store energy for prolonged periods.- Technological solutions for managing, orchestrating and optimizing the storage solutions with the aim to provide stability to the grid.


Technologies: AI;Blockchain;IoT;Cloud Computing;Network Security
Applications: AI for Predictive Maintenance;Blockchain for Data Security;IoT Device Monitoring;Cloud-based Security Solutions;Network Intrusion Detection Systems
Challenge: Cyber security for renewable assets
Description: - Cyber security solutions for renewable assets owners / operators at utility scale
- Cyber security solutions for utility scale wind farms and photovoltaic plants (with or without storage solutions)
- Cyber security solutions for power plant controllers and control centers for renewable assets


Technologies: Electrolysis; Steam Reforming; Fermentation; Solar Water-Splitting
Applications: Hydrogen Production; Energy Generation; Chemical Industry Processes
Challenge: Alternative processes for Hydrogen Generation
Description: Hydrogen has been used for many decades in sectors such as refining and the chemical industry, although its use as an energy source has gained momentum in recent years. Green hydrogen is usually produced by electrolysis, steam reforming and fermentation. ACCIONA Energia is in search of new solutions for hydrogen production beyond electrolysis (for example, new direct solar water-splitting processes among others)


Technologies: ChatOps; AI; Automation; Integration
Applications: Chatbot for IT Operations; Automated Incident Management; AI-powered Collaboration; Integration with Microsoft Teams; Data Exchange for Incident Resolution
Challenge: ChatOps adoption for Incident Management
Description: In order to improve collaboration, communication, and enrichment, we are looking for a ChatOps-based application that allows automatic actions and can integrate with today’s, and presumably tomorrow's, tools that are essential for IT Incident generation and management (NOI, ServiceNow). Now the most widely used chat tool is Microsoft Teams.


Technologies: AI;IoT;Cybersecurity
Applications: AI for Automation;IoT for Home Automation and Smart Devices;Cybersecurity for Vulnerability Testing and Analysis
Challenge: Vulnerability testing for IT/OT/IoT Devices
Description: solutions to automate or semi-automate vulnerability analysis of IoT/OT/IT devices in order to reduce manual analysis and the use of a high number of technical human resources. The pro entails checking devices used in home automation and integration with Alexa or Google Home for IoT, devices for internal use for IT, and devices for Power Plant such as Modem GPRS, Sensors Scadas, and others for OT.


Technologies: AI;Data Analytics;Cloud Computing;Data Integration
Applications: AI for Data Analysis;Data Analytics for Market Insights;Cloud-based Data Platform;Data Integration from Multiple Sources
Challenge: Data market platforms
Description: Data that bring Insights from sales, trade, marketing, operations, planning, JBP, pricing and others. This platform should read data from unorganized market (small stores) and retailers.


Technologies: Direct Air Capture (DAC); Carbon Capture and Utilization (CCU); Long-term Storage Technologies
Applications: CO2 capture for synthetic fuel production; CO2 utilization in building materials; Carbon mineralization for permanent storage; Enhanced oil recovery with captured CO2; CO2-based polymers and chemicals.
Challenge: CO2 Capture and Storage Solutions
Description: Environmentally acceptable and economically sustainable solution for direct air capture and utilization of CO2. The solution should allow for the capture of CO2 directly from the air and enable its use in value-added products and solutions that guarantee safe long-term storage. It is essential to avoid CCUS with CO2 capture from fossil emission sources and underground storage, as these methods can be expensive, and face regulatory uncertainties.


Technologies: Battery Management Systems;Sensors;High-Power Charging;Online Monitoring;Renewable Energy
Applications: Battery Management for Energy Storage;Sensor Data Communication;High-Power Charging Infrastructure;Real-time Monitoring for Energy Grids;Renewable Energy Integration
Challenge: Battery system for secondary substation
Description: A sustainable system to replace and enhance the performance and reliability of our current backup system. The new system must be capable of providing reliable energy during outages to power electric drives that automatically open and close switches to alter network configurations or to act as a recloser during faults and not only improves functionality but also prioritizes sustainability and eco-friendliness.


Technologies: AI; IoT; Sustainable Materials
Applications: AI for network optimization; IoT sensors for real-time monitoring; Sustainable materials for cable insulation
Challenge: MV and LV electricity distribution
Description: An innovative and sustainable solutions to improve the efficiency and environmental impact of the distribution grid, specifically in Medium Voltage (MV) and Low Voltage (LV) infrastructure. The goal is to minimize emissions and ensure reliability while utilizing new technologies to replace or enhance existing conductors, transformers, and switches.


Technologies: Coating Materials;Heating Systems;Thermal Insulation
Applications: Advanced Coatings for Ice Repellency;Heating Cables for Powerlines;Insulation for Critical Components
Challenge: Anti-Icing Applications for Powerlines
Description: We are scouting for solutions that offer innovative and effective anti-icing applications for power distribution networks that meet safety, regulatory, and environmental requirements and improve the reliability of the power supply.


Technologies: Carbon Capture, Utilization and Storage (CCUS); Mapping; Design Analysis
Applications: CO2 capture and storage from industrial emissions; Emission reduction for power generation; Feasibility assessment for carbon capture projects
Challenge: CO2 capture
Description: CCUS is recognized as a critical technology to reduce emissions from a range of industrial and power generation sources. We are interested in having an in depth mapping of the startup ecosystem, based on design, key requirements and key constrains related to different types of emitters. Beyond mere quantification of capture capacities, CO2 % in flue gas, more in depth basis of design are critical to be understood to assess feasibility.


Technologies: Monitoring;AI
Applications: Monitoring for Performance Management;AI for Process Efficiency
Challenge: Performance management of Allegro CTRM-Software
Description: A monitoring solution that can identify the main potential remediation actions and put some of them into effect, without showing any partiality towards any specific layers. A monitoring solution is required that can identify bottlenecks. Due to Allegro being a proprietary product, it is essential that solution providers have relevant expertise with Allegro.


Technologies: Partial Oxidation; Syngas Production; Gas Washing; Purification
Applications: Chemical Production; Metal and Mineral Recovery; Waste Stream Treatment
Challenge: Metals and minerals recovery
Description: Partial oxidation allows to produce new chemicals from the unrecyclable residues. While the syngas is produced some metals and minerals (the lightest ones) are entrained within the gas. For the downstream synthesis of the final chemical, the syngas has to be washed and purified. During this step, is then produced a water/sludge stream rich in metals and minerals which would be interesting to recover.


Technologies: Wastewater Treatment; Material Recovery; Product Design; Business Model Innovation
Applications: Advanced water treatment systems for resource recovery; Sustainable product design for plastic waste reduction; Circular business models for construction and infrastructure industries; Waste-to-resource technologies
Challenge: Circular Economy
Description: innovative solutions in the circular economy area, to be implemented or integrated with the Acciona businesses.
The current field of research include:
- Circular water (Advanced wastewater treatment for material recovery and safety)
- Circular waste (Setting up circular business models to extend product lifespan)
- Circular plastic (Design for sustainable plastic consumption and smarter use)


Technologies: AI;Sensors;Real-time Data Processing
Applications: AI for Geological Prediction;Sensor Integration for Tunneling;Real-time Data Analysis for Construction
Challenge: Smart Tunnel Boring Machine
Description: Development of a geological prediction system ahead of the excavation face of a tunnel boring machine for geological irregularities.

The idea is to predict whether 4-5 metres ahead of the TBM we are going to find any geological irregularities: faults, caverns, boulders, water pockets, foundations, etc.

The system would integrate sensors and process the results obtained in real time without interfering with the machine's production system.


Technologies: AI;Robotics;Advanced Materials
Applications: AI for process optimization;Robotics for maintenance and repair;Advanced materials for corrosion resistance
Challenge: Optimisation of desalination plants
Description: optimising desalination plants and lowering design and production costs.

The current field of research include:
•	Decrease OPEX in membrane replacement
•	Providing more effective pre-treatments
•	Development of new materials with high strength (+70bar) that can work in corrosive environments, as an alternative to metals.
•	Measuring head losses in the collector quantitatively


Technologies: XR;Virtual Reality;Augmented Reality
Applications: XR for Immersive Communication;Virtual Reality for Customer Engagement;Augmented Reality for Interactive Experiences
Challenge: XR-Powered Virtual Metaverse.
Description: Looking for a startups providing software solution working on interactive virtual metaverse immersive communication using XR technologies in a customer-facing setting


Technologies: AI;ML;Data Analytics;Software;Hardware
Applications: Energy and Environmental Footprint Measurement;Carbon Footprint Analysis;Green Datacenter Optimization;Circular Economy Solutions;Clean Energy Management;Environmental Monitoring;Sustainable Software Development
Challenge: Green IT Challenge 2023
Description: •	AI/ML and/or data analytics to measure and/or mitigate energy and environmental footprint
•	Software and hardware solutions for carbon footprint metrics and/or mitigation
•	Green datacenters: energy and/or water usage reduction
•	Circular Economy software and hardware
•	Clean energy software and hardware
•	Other areas relevant to Green IT


Technologies: AI;Analytics;Natural Language Processing;Virtual Reality
Applications: AI-powered employee engagement platforms;Analytics for employee sentiment analysis;Natural Language Processing for employee feedback analysis;Virtual Reality for immersive training and team building
Challenge: Diversity & Inclusion Solutions
Description: I am looking for solutions in HR space to incorporate diversity and inclusion within the employees of the company. Inclusion is a central task at DB. Do you have a digital solution to support, for example people with disabilities, even better in their jobs and to integrate them more strongly?  How can we incorporate the diversity of our more than 300,000 employees by quickly creating resonance groups for HR products, HR marketing measure, etc..


Technologies: AI;HR Software
Applications: AI for Employee Matching;HR Software for Employee Engagement
Challenge: Employee-to-Employee Connections
Description: Employees for eymployees. Your solution is able to find the dialog partner at eye level without a big test procedure? The like-minded person, helper and/or feedback giver among our employees.


Technologies: AI;Automation;SIEM
Applications: Artificial Intelligence for Alert Management;Automation for Response Systems
Challenge: Cybersecurity SIEM
Description: We want to understand which is the best SIEM in the market in terms of artificial intelligence and automation of alert management and response. We have a special interest in knowing who has the best projection to be the market leader in 2 years. Nowadays market leader is SPLUNK


Technologies: Artificial Intelligence;Automation
Applications: Alert Management;Response Automation;Market Leadership Prediction
Challenge: Cibersecurity SIEM
Description: We want to understand wich is the best SIEM in the market in terms of artificial intelligence and automation of alert management and response. We have special intetern in knowing who has the best projection to be the market leader in 2 years. Nowadays market leader is SPLUNK


Technologies: Sensors; IoT; Vehicle-to-Everything (V2X) Communication
Applications: Sensors for Connected Vehicles; IoT-enabled Fleet Management; V2X Communication for Vehicle-to-Vehicle (V2V) and Vehicle-to-Infrastructure (V2I) Interaction
Challenge: Connected Vehicle Sensors.
Description: I am looking for startups providing hardware and software solutions that create sensors for connected vehicles, allowing a fleet manager to communicate with cars and other types of vehicles


Technologies: AI;ChatGPT
Applications: AI for knowledge transfer;ChatGPT for internal knowledge sharing
Challenge: AI Knowledge Transfer Solutions.
Description: AI based knowledge transfer. Artificial intelligences are increasingly helping us to answer questions and shorten searches. Can your solution help us to make internal knowledge of our IT applications accessible to all with the help of e.g. ChatGPT?


Technologies: AI;Generative AI;Predictive Maintenance Algorithms;Image Recognition;Advanced Analytics;Edge Computing
Applications: O&M Operations and Maintenance;Predictive Maintenance;Visual Inspection;Data-driven Decision Making;On-site Data Processing
Challenge: AI for Asset Management O&M
Description: We are looking for solutions that use or enable the use of Artificial Intelligence/Generative AI applied to O&M (Operations and Maintenance) for such as predictive maintenance algorithms, image recognition, advanced analytics, edge computing, operational support, to support us in reducing operational costs and improving efficiency


Technologies: AI;Robotics;Software Development
Applications: AI-powered Robotics Management;Robotics Software Platform;Data Management for Robotics
Challenge: Service Robotics
Description: a platform for service robotics and software to manage robotics for the relevant fields in order to create a proposition that offers a significant relief to manage robots and data around the usage


Technologies: AI;Robotics;Drones
Applications: AI for Route Optimization;Robotics for Warehouse Automation;Drones for Delivery
Challenge: Last Mile Logistics Solutions
Description: solutions for last mile logistics and retail to reduce freight costs and improve customer satisfaction. Shipped products should include steel and construction materials.


Technologies: LOHC; Adsorption Techniques; Chemical Synthesis
Applications: Hydrogen Storage for Stationary Use; Hydrogen Storage for Long-Distance Transport; Hydrogen Value Chain Optimization
Challenge: Hydrogen Storage Technologies
Description: companies developing innovative storage solutions for hydrogen in different fields of use and that can generally offer support and solutions along the entire hydrogen value chain.


Technologies: AI;ML;Data Analytics
Applications: Energy footprint forecasting;Energy efficiency solutions;Sustainable product development
Challenge: AI/ML powered energy footprint mitigation
Description: ...Artificial intelligence and machine learning or data analytics solutions to forecast and/or reduce energy footprint:

Orange’s strong commitment to sustainability goals and leading by example its stakeholders drives our tech scouting forcus to Green IT sector
It holds tremendous potential to help achieve ambitious sustainability goals, understand and transform ongoing activities, and develop green by design products


Technologies: AI;IoT;Blockchain;Sustainability Software
Applications: AI for Carbon Footprint Analysis;IoT for Energy Management;Blockchain for Green Supply Chain;Sustainability Software for Environmental Monitoring
Challenge: Carbon footprint metrics&mitigation
Description: Software and hardware solutions for carbon footprint metrics and/or mitigation:

Orange’s strong commitment to sustainability goals and leading by example its stakeholders drives our tech scouting focus to the Green IT sector. It holds tremendous potential to help achieve ambitious sustainability goals, understand and transform ongoing activities, and develop green by design products.


Technologies: AI;IoT;Blockchain;Web3;Sustainability Tech
Applications: AI for Green Product Design;IoT for Energy Management;Blockchain for Sustainable Supply Chains;Web3 for Circular Economy Platforms;Sustainability Analytics for Business Operations
Challenge: Circular Economy solutions
Description: ...Software and hardware solutions for Circular Economy:

Orange’s strong commitment to sustainability goals and leading by example its stakeholders drives our tech scouting focus to Green IT sector. It holds tremendous potential to help achieve ambitious sustainability goals, understand and transform ongoing activities, and develop green by design products.


Technologies: AI;Mobile Technology;Interactive Media
Applications: AI-powered recommendations for storytelling;Mobile-based interactive narratives;Digital comics and webtoons
Challenge: Seoul mobile fiction landscape
Description: Korean (Seoul-based) startups working on mobile or interactive storytelling, webtoons, graphic novels, comics, manga, especially using licensed material and AI recommendations


Technologies: Cloud Computing;Green IT
Applications: Cloud-based solutions for sustainable operations;Green IT for energy-efficient data centers;Sustainable software development practices
Challenge: Efficient Cloud Computing
Description: Orange’s strong commitment to sustainability goals and leading by example its stakeholders drives our tech scouting focus to Green IT sector
It holds tremendous potential to help achieve ambitious sustainability goals, understand and transform ongoing activities, and develop green by design products


Technologies: AI;Human-Computer Interaction
Applications: AI for Book Recommendations;AI for Personalized Content Creation;Human-AI Collaboration Tools;AI for Trend Analysis;AI-Assisted Design and Coding;AI for Voice Synthesis
Challenge: Book based AI models
Description: Book based recommendations
Personalized book creation
AI + human collaboration tools
Trend forecasting
AI assisted design
AI assisted coding
Creation of replica voices or clones


Technologies: AI;IoT;Blockchain;Sustainability Tech;Green IT
Applications: AI for Energy Management;IoT for Environmental Monitoring;Blockchain for Carbon Credits;Sustainability Analytics;Green IT for Datacenters
Challenge: Green datacenters: reducing energy/water
Description: Orange’s strong commitment to sustainability goals and leading by example its stakeholders drives our tech scouting focus to Green IT sector
It holds tremendous potential to help achieve ambitious sustainability goals, understand and transform ongoing activities, and develop green by design products


Technologies: Quantum Computing; Semiconductors; Superconductors
Applications: Load Forecasting; Generation Forecasting; Asset Management in Energy Transmission
Challenge: Quantum & Semiconductors
Description: We are interested in learning more about the latest status of Quantum computing solutions and relative hardware (such as, but not limited to, semiconductors, superconductors, ...) and discuss possible applications in the transmission system operator sector (such as, but not limited to, load & generation forecasting, asset management, ...)


Technologies: AI;Machine Learning;Natural Language Processing
Applications: AI for Cyber Threat Intelligence;Machine Learning for Data Analysis;NLP for Text Mining
Challenge: AI powered Cyber Threat Intelligence
Description: A tool which is able to automate the whole CTI process. It would be interesting to delegate a part, if not all, of the analysts' activity to an AI which, if well trained, would certainly have greater technical, tactical and procedural skills than a human to find this information from criminals.


Technologies: AI;NLP;Code Review
Applications: AI-assisted Code Generation;Natural Language Processing for Text-to-Code;Automated Code Review
Challenge: AI code generation and review
Description: - Tool for coding simple components through vocal or textual commands, taking into account our patterns and best practices

- A code-review tool that takes into account our best practices.


Technologies: AI;Natural Language Processing;Code Review
Applications: AI-assisted Code Generation;Code Review for Quality Assurance;NLP for Voice-based Programming
Challenge: AI code generation and review
Description: - Tool for coding simple components through vocal or textual commands, taking into account our patterns and best practices

- A code-review tool that takes into account our best practices.


Technologies: AI;Computer Vision;Robotics
Applications: AI for Underwater Anomaly Detection;Computer Vision for Damage Assessment;Robotics for Autonomous Inspection
Challenge: Autonomous Underwater Detection & Inspection
Description: We are looking for technology solutions that can augment our existing robotics platform, specifically our advanced Clean Sea underwater robotics platform. The solutions can be both hardware and software, that can be integrated into our existing offerings and increase our sensing and autonomous capabilities to better detect leaks, damage, or other underwater anomalies.


Technologies: Aerial drones; Ground robots; Underwater robots; Sensors; AI; Software
Applications: Indoor inspection drones; Chemical plant monitoring; Power line inspection; Oil well surveillance; Hazardous environment exploration
Challenge: Robotic Inspection of Confined Spaces
Description: We are interested in companies that offer aerial, ground and underwater robotic systems, sensors and software that will enable us to better inspect hazardous and confined spaces.


Technologies: AI; IoT; Nanotechnology; Membrane Technology; Advanced Materials
Applications: AI-powered Water Treatment Systems; IoT Sensors for Water Quality Monitoring; Nanofiltration for Desalination; Advanced Membranes for Water Purification; Smart Water Management Systems
Challenge: Disruptive Water Technologies
Description: We are interested in learning about the latest breakthroughs in water-tech coming out of Israel as it relates to water treatment, monitoring, quality control, desalination, and valorization.


Technologies: AI;IoT;Robotics;Automation;Sensors
Applications: AI-powered water treatment processes;IoT sensors for leak detection;Robotic process automation in water management;Smart water meters and monitoring systems;Advanced analytics for water efficiency
Challenge: Water Efficiency in Industrial Processes
Description: We are looking for solutions that can save water, increase efficiency, and reduce energy consumption across our various business units. These can be software or hardware based solutions.


Technologies: AI;Business Intelligence
Applications: AI for Data Analysis and Visualization;Business Intelligence for Non-Technical Users
Challenge: AI for reports/KPI/Dashboard
Description: A Business Intelligence tool that autonomously analyses the provided data and returns personalised dashboards and reports displaying the most relevant information. The goal is to give non-expert users a way to use and understand their data.


Technologies: AI;Computer Graphics
Applications: AI for Chatbot Development;Computer Graphics for Avatar Creation
Challenge: Avatar for Chatbot
Description: We seek an avatar solution to provide a face to our chatbot. Our software will lead the conversation; the avatar should only give the graphical component of the product. We do not have many constraints; it could be 2D, 3D, human or stylised, ...


Technologies: Blockchain;IoT
Applications: Blockchain for Supply Chain;IoT for Product Tracking
Challenge: Traceability Blockchain Solutions
Description: Innovative blockchain solutions that allow the tracking of products information over the entire value chain, providing transparency and efficiency, for everyone to benefit.


Technologies: AI;Blockchain;Data Analytics
Applications: AI for Supplier Risk Assessment;Blockchain for Supply Chain Transparency;Data Analytics for Supplier Performance Tracking
Challenge: ESG - Supplier Tool
Description: software solution that helps to audit and understand the full range of suppliers of corporates.
The company should be able to work with large corporates who have international suppliers.
The tracking should be conform to the new EU Act on Corporate Due Diligence Obligations in Supply Chains


Technologies: AI;Software Testing
Applications: AI for Automated Testing;Software Testing for Quality Assurance
Challenge: AI based automatic Nonregression Testing
Description: Frequently, new releases are devoted to solving bugs or improving some aspects of the product. The changes act locally, but the impact can affect the entire product. Our goal is to find a tool, possibly AI-based, that performs non-regression tests to control that the release does not wrongly affect the functionalities.


Technologies: AI;Data Analytics;User Behavior Tracking
Applications: AI-powered User Behavior Analysis;Data-driven Interface Design;User Journey Mapping
Challenge: User experience optimization
Description: A solution that traces the user actions in our web applications collects the data and suggests some interface optimisation.

Mobile interface optimisation is not required, but it is a plus.


Technologies: Small modular reactors (SMRs)
Applications: Advanced nuclear reactors for clean energy generation
Challenge: Small modular reactors (SMRs)
Description: ACCIONA Energía is interested in exploring new technologies related to clean energy. One of these is becoming increasingly attractive: small modular reactors (SMRs). SMRs are advanced nuclear reactors that have a power capacity of up to 300 MW(e) per unit, which is about one-third of the generating capacity of traditional nuclear power reactors.


Technologies: Space-based solar power
Applications: Wireless power transmission from space to Earth
Challenge: Space-based solar power
Description: ACCIONA Energía is interested in exploring new technologies related to clean energy. One is becoming increasingly attractive: wireless power from space. There are new value propositions that seek to transmit solar power to Earth.


Technologies: Robotics;Drones
Applications: Microrobots for Overhead and Underground Inspections; Drones for Overhead Line Monitoring
Challenge: Microrobots inspection overhead/underground lines
Description: Small and adaptable microrobots technology solutions that can operate inspections on both overhead and underground lines. The solution should perform proper inspections in the presence of narrow, small, and not easily accessible spaces or for overhead activities that are risky and not easy to be done by operators.


Technologies: Robotics;Drones;Sensors;Real-time Data Processing;IoT (Internet of Things)
Applications: Robotic Anti-Icing System;Drone-based Line Inspection;Sensor-equipped Maintenance Robot;IoT-enabled Real-time Monitoring;Modular Robotics for Upgrades
Challenge: Robotic Solution for Anti-Icing Applications
Description: An autonomous robotic solution designed for applying anti-icing coatings on overhead conductors in medium voltage grids. This robot should be adapted to various conductor diameters. Ideally, it should also offer -nice to have- advanced functionalities such as line inspection, cleaning insulators, real-time status reporting, and basic maintenance tasks, and should be designed as an upgradeable platform for continual enhancements (< 10kg).


Technologies: Robotics;Drones
Applications: Robotics for Extreme Environment Operations; Drones for Remote Inspection
Challenge: Inspection in extreme weather conditions
Description: small and adaptable solution that can operate ground inspections during or after Extreme weather conditions in overhead lines, underground lines, and power stations (primary and secondary substations). The solution should be able to dive, climb, and operate on rough grounds to carry out proper inspections in areas that are submerged by water, or landslides, or cannot be physically reached by operators. Water floods are a possibility.


Technologies: AI;Deep Learning;Robotics
Applications: AI for Data Analysis;Deep Learning for Object Manipulation;Robotics for Human-Robot Collaboration
Challenge: COBOT for operation in substations
Description: Mobile robots that can perform operational tasks in collaboration with operators (locally and/or remotely) in primary substations (large-size spots) to reduce the effort in relevant maintenance activities, improving the operator´s safety, the quality of the work, and productivity.


Technologies: Generative AI
Applications: Generative AI for process optimization
Challenge: Construction: Generative AI Design/Operations
Description: technologies based on the massive possibilities of generative AI for process optimization. Ii represents a significant opportunity for the construction industry to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and reduce its environmental impact.


Technologies: AI;Data Analytics;Data Integration
Applications: AI for Oil and Gas Trading;Data Analytics for Market Insights;Data Integration for Information Mobilization
Challenge: Algo trading for desk oil
Description: Historical data and advanced analytics for the oil and gas markets. In particular, we are interested in fundamental data with a daily granularity and we would like to have data which consider different info providers such as satellite observations, national statistics, cargo tracking, etc.”


Technologies: AI;Robotics;3D Printing;Material Science
Applications: AI-assisted material sorting;Robotic waste collection and processing;3D printing with recycled materials;Advanced material recovery techniques
Challenge: Circular Economy
Description: Upcycling in the construction industry to create new products out of recycled materials and waste resources. Develop solutions for the recovery and valorization of materials, such as implementing recycling processes for carbon fibers, glass fibers, PV panels, and batteries.


Technologies: Renewable Energy; Solar; Wind; Energy Storage; Wireless Energy Transmission; EV/Hybrid Conversion
Applications: Modular Generators for Construction Sites; Sustainable Energy Solutions; Wireless Power Transfer; Vehicle Electrification
Challenge: Renewable Energy on Construction Sites
Description: Clean and sustainable modular generators (solar, wind...) as alternatives to fuel-based generators on construction sites and on-site energy storage solutions to utilize renewable energy efficiently. Also, wireless energy transmission as an emerging technology that uses electromagnetic waves to eliminate traditional power cables and infraestructures, in order to improve sustainability.


Technologies: AI;Sensors;Machine Learning
Applications: AI for Construction Equipment;Sensors for Autonomous Machinery;Machine Learning for Emission Reduction
Challenge: Decarbonization
Description: Implementing retrofitting and optimization measures for heavy machinery to reduce carbon emissions, such as autonomous construction equipment using sensors & machine learning algorithms (explore the use of AI in construction processes to enhance efficiency).
Investigating new safe fuels as alternatives to traditional energy sources for reducing carbon footprint.


Technologies: Carbon Capture; Desalination Technologies; CO2 Conversion
Applications: Carbon Capture for Desalination Plants; CO2 Utilization in Construction; Sustainable Desalination Processes
Challenge: CO2 Recovery from Desalination
Description: Capturing and utilizing CO2 emissions generated during the desalination process. One alternative is to capture the CO2 emissions and turn them into liquid form. Promoting sustainable desalination practices that minimize CO2 emissions.


Technologies: Desalination;Nutrient Extraction
Applications: Water Treatment for Agriculture;Brine Processing for Fertilizer Production
Challenge: Desalination for Agriculture
Description: Utilizing desalinated water for agricultural purposes and exploring innovative technologies to extract nutrients extracted from desalination brines for agricultural purposes.


Technologies: AI;Machine Learning;Data Analytics
Applications: AI for Inventory Management;Machine Learning for Demand Forecasting;Data Analytics for Retail
Challenge: Artificial Intelligence for Inventory
Description: AI-based solutions to enhance store replenishment strategy by identifying patterns and improving the predictability of customer demand for precise and efficient inventory management.


Technologies: RFID;Real-time Data Analytics;Personalization Technologies
Applications: Inventory Management;Customer Experience Enhancement;Staff Task Automation
Challenge: Radio-frequency Identification for Retail
Description: RFID solutions to transform Primark's retail operations. Improve real-time inventory tracking, create a seamless, personalized shopping journey for customers, and enhance staff efficiency and working conditions. Open to disruptive ideas to elevate our retail experience.


Technologies: AI;IoT;Cloud Computing
Applications: AI for Customer Experience;IoT for Retail;Cloud-based Omnichannel Platform
Challenge: Omnichannel for Consumer Experience
Description: solutions that enable us to drive an omnichannel experience, connecting all our digital and physical assets. We want to create an unrivaled hassle-free shopping experience via a single connected view of our customers. Our objective is to 1/use AI to understand, shape, customize and optimize our customers’ experiences, 2/ drive the next generation of loyalty and payments, and 3/finally optimize our in-store media assets.


Technologies: AI;Data Engineering;Automation
Applications: AI-powered Data Cleaning;Automated Data Processing;Data Engineering Tools for Retail
Challenge: Data Integration for Retail
Description: innovative solutions to automate and streamline data cleaning processes, aiming to significantly reduce the time spent by data engineers, thereby enhancing productivity and data quality.


Technologies: AI;Data Science;Machine Learning
Applications: AI for Energy Forecasting;Data Science for Renewable Energy;Machine Learning for Grid Optimization
Challenge: Wind and Solar forecasting
Description: Ad-Hoc request, no details or documents provided. Need more information to proceed. The topic is Wind and Solar Forecasting, which aligns with the company's commitment to optimizing renewable energy generation and grid integration.


Technologies: AI;IoT;Sensors;Data Analytics;Blockchain
Applications: AI for Emission Prediction and Forecasting;IoT and Sensor Networks for Real-time Monitoring;Data Analytics for Emission Pattern Analysis;Blockchain for Secure Data Sharing and Carbon Credits
Challenge: Emission Tracking
Description: Ad-Hoc request, no details or documents provided. Need more information to proceed. The topic of Emission Tracking, which aligns with the company's commitment to environmental sustainability and carbon footprint reduction.


Technologies: AI;Blockchain;Data Analytics
Applications: AI for Energy Trading;Blockchain for Energy Transactions;Data Analytics for Market Insights
Challenge: PPA management and trading
Description: The topic of PPA (Power Purchase Agreement) Management and Trading in North America, with a focus on the ERCOT market. This collaboration aligns with the company's commitment to optimizing renewable energy generation, enhancing PPA management strategies, and effectively navigating the dynamic energy market in North America.


Technologies: AI;Marketing Analytics;AR/VR
Applications: AI-powered marketing analytics;AR/VR for immersive product demonstrations
Challenge: New technologies for trade marketing
Description: Innovative and cost efficient marketing materials that are accurate to the different environments of the retailers and marketing effectiveness measurement tools or softwares.


Technologies: IoT;Sensors;Satellite Connectivity
Applications: Remote Monitoring;Well Integrity Management;Real-time Data Insights
Challenge: Remote Wells Monitoring
Description: an easy-to-install end-to-end IoT solution for monitoring remote wells from anywhere. It should utilize pressure and temperature sensors combined with reliable and affordable satellite connectivity to provide real-time insights into well integrity status.
It should improve safety for field operators and response time for oil well issues, improve well integrity data quality and decrease the cost of well interventions.


Technologies: AI;Machine Learning;Deep Learning;Data Science
Applications: AI for Oil and Gas;Machine Learning for Oil and Gas;Deep Learning for Oil and Gas;Data Science for Oil and Gas
Challenge: AI-powered fracking
Description: Any vertical related to AI, Machine Learning, Deep Learning and Data Science in the Oil and Gas sector would be evaluated. If the technology seems like a good fit we will meet with potential startups for further analysis.


Technologies: AI;Sustainable Materials;Recycling Technologies
Applications: AI for Packaging Design;Sustainable Materials for Reusable Containers;Recycling Technologies for Waste Reduction
Challenge: Green Logistics: Sustainable Packaging
Description: Poste Italiane is looking for solutions providing sustainable packaging that can be easily recycled or alternatively reused and that can help reducing the packaging waste in delivery services. Solutions that offer various use cases in the field of logistics and delivery will be preferred.


Technologies: AI;Machine Learning;Computer Vision;Robotics
Applications: AI for Package Sorting;Machine Learning for Route Optimization;Computer Vision for Package Recognition;Robotics for Automated Sorting and Packing
Challenge: Green Logistics: Waste Reduction
Description: Poste Italiane is looking for solutions that can help reducing the packaging waste in delivery services. Solutions that offer various use cases in the field of logistics and delivery will be preferred.


Technologies: AI;Electric Vehicles;Renewable Energy
Applications: AI-powered Route Optimization;Electric Delivery Vans;Solar-powered Charging Stations
Challenge: Green Logistics:Green Mobility
Description: Poste Italiane is looking for innovative sustainable green mobility solutions specific to delivery services. Solutions that offer various use cases in the field of logistics and delivery will be preferred.


Technologies: AR;VR;AI;3D Modeling
Applications: AR for Product Visualization;VR Storefronts;AI-powered Virtual Assistants;3D Product Configuration
Challenge: Leveraging the Metaverse
Description: how to leverage Metaverse solutions to enhance our digital presence, drive immersive customer engagement, and create unique virtual shopping experiences that mirror our physical brand identity.


Technologies: Generative AI;Natural Language Processing;Computer Vision
Applications: Content Generation;Product Description Writing;Visual Merchandising;Personalized Shopping Recommendations
Challenge: Content re-imagined for Retail
Description: generative AI solutions to reimagine content creation for retail - aiming for efficiency, cost reduction, and enhanced customer conversion. Looking for disruptive ideas to revolutionize our content strategy.


Technologies: AI;AR/VR;Computer Vision;Data Analytics
Applications: AI-powered product recommendations;AR/VR for immersive shopping experiences;Computer Vision for visual search and product recognition;Data-driven customer insights and segmentation
Challenge: Retail media
Description: innovative strategies to leverage our physical and digital assets for maximized branded sales. Interested in solutions that drive impactful retail media experiences to boost customer engagement and sales.


Technologies: Coatings;Sustainable Materials;Biotechnology
Applications: Functional Coatings for Food Packaging;Biodegradable Coatings;Natural Antimicrobial Solutions
Challenge: Sustainable Food Packaging Solutions
Description: we are looking for solutions in sustainable functional coatings aimed at improving food packaging. the solution should be sustainable and GDPR complaint


Technologies: AI;Fintech;E-commerce;Retail Technology
Applications: AI-powered payment processing;Fintech for secure transactions;E-commerce platform enhancements;Retail tech for personalized offers
Challenge: Issuing Acquiring offering enrichment
Description: Value Added Services (VAS) both on specific product categories and cross-industry that can be easily integrated into Postepay's existing issuing and acquiring offering.


Technologies: AI;Machine Learning;Natural Language Processing
Applications: AI-based Data Collection and Organization;Machine Learning for Pattern Recognition;NLP for Content Rewriting and Virtual Assistance
Challenge: Startups for Service Design
Description: Finding qualified third parties who can speed up your design engineering processes by adding science to the method.
Specifically:
1. AI based data collection software to analyze and organize collected data in a user-friendly way
2. Data analytics platform that uses machine learning techniques to identify patterns and provide design insights
3. Virtual assistant for reworking content from multiple data sources in conversational mode.