Forest Valley Institute helps companies reduce their climate impact by providing technological solutions. They offer tools and strategies to improve environmental performance and sustainability.
Funding
Funding not disclosed
Founders
Product
Problem
Companies and public sector organizations face increasing pressure to address sustainability issues, but often lack the internal expertise and awareness to effectively implement sustainable practices across their operations and supply chains. This gap hinders their ability to meet environmental targets, comply with evolving regulations, and satisfy stakeholder expectations for responsible business conduct.
Solution
Forest Valley Institute accelerates the sustainability transition by connecting companies, public administrations, and investors with emerging climate tech solutions. The organization operates a startup program to scout, select, and train B2B climate tech startups, preparing them for partnerships and investment. Forest Valley also offers corporate training programs, climate tech scouting, and open innovation project design to help organizations identify and implement sustainable solutions. Through these activities, Forest Valley facilitates the adoption of innovative technologies and practices that reduce environmental impact and promote a circular economy.
Target Audience
Forest Valley Institute serves corporations seeking to improve supply chain sustainability, public administrations aiming to build sustainable cities, and investors looking for early-stage climate tech investment opportunities.
Features
- Sandbox Program: A startup accelerator program focused on B2B climate tech solutions, providing business training, networking, and visibility.
- Climate Tech Scouting: Curated scouting activities to connect companies with best-fit climate solutions for their sustainability challenges.
- Corporate Venture Capital as-a-Service: Support for corporations in establishing dedicated corporate venture capital units for sustainable investments.
- Corporate Training Programs: Customized training programs on climate innovation, sustainability, and circular economy.
- Open Innovation Project Design: Assistance in designing and implementing open innovation projects to solve sustainability challenges.
- Demo Days: Events showcasing climate tech startups to investors, industry experts, and business leaders.
- Startup Platform: A platform featuring a portfolio of European B2B startups with validated climate impact.