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What is it like to step into a colleague's shoes on the other side of the Kvarken strait? Axel Lindberg, process engineer at Övik Energi, had the opportunity to find out when he was offered the chance to visit Vaasan Sähkö for a week in January through the Bothnia Green Energy project's HR pilot. In turn, Michaela Dahlsten, HR Director at Herrfors, lent her shoes to an HR colleague from Övik Energi in February.
OKQ8 and Skellefteå Kraft have launched a joint pilot station in Nacka, Sweden, where solar panels, battery storage and fast charging come together to relieve pressure on the grid and expand access to renewable energy for electric vehicles.
Taking a cleantech company from vision to the international market can be a complex journey. Beyond technology and business models, it’s just as much about demonstrating solutions, testing them in real-world settings, and building trust. For Umeå-based Vertisà, a pilot project with property developer Diös in central Umeå became a concrete example of how the company showcases its solutions and builds credibility locally. At the same time, founder Rosario García Gil is setting her sights on international markets – with Tokyo as a potential future destination.
This the call for proposals is aimed at knowledge-intensive, newly started limited companies with innovative business ideas that build on the founders' unique knowledge and experience. The companies should have potential to contribute to sustainable social development and create benefit both in Sweden and internationally.
Ecohelix has been awarded the Green Product Award 2025 for its bio-based heat-sealable coating, WOODMER® Seal. The award was presented on May 15 at a ceremony at the Nordic Embassies in Berlin, recognizing the company’s pioneering work in developing a sustainable alternative to conventional plastic coatings used in packaging.
For nearly a decade, North Sweden Cleantech has been a driving force in strengthening sustainable business ideas and innovations in northern Sweden. From Umeå-based Enduce and its innovative energy-saving shower solutions, to trenchless water and sewage solutions from Inpipe in Vilhelmina – North Sweden Cleantech has helped companies take crucial steps toward international markets. The recipe for success is a combination of regional resources, global networking, and top-tier expertise in green technology.
