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Finalists Alert: Renewable Energy! ⚡️Judging is officially concluding for the Sustainable Times RISE Awards Startup/Scal...
09/10/2025

Finalists Alert: Renewable Energy! ⚡️
Judging is officially concluding for the Sustainable Times RISE Awards Startup/Scaleup categories! The winners are being decided by our esteemed independent judging panel to be announced at our black-tie award ceremony November 6th.

Anticipation is rising for the Renewable Energy (Startup/Scaleup) category finalists—innovators driving progress toward a sustainable future:

Pure Energy(REGen) Ltd: Best-value green energy & sustainable tech solutions for businesses.

Solivus Lightweight solar solutions for large commercial buildings with structural limitations.

Naked Energy Ltd Decarbonising heat energy for high-demand industries.

Instollar Africa's solar energy workforce provider.

This important category is proudly sponsored by Sustainable Wealth Group (SWG), a pioneering impact investment firm focused on backing businesses that promise both robust financial gains and a genuine positive environmental and social contribution. SWG is transforming the global market for alternative investments by giving individual investors access to private markets—including Venture Capital, Private Equity, Private Debt, and Property.

Join us to celebrate their achievements on November 6th at the De Vere Grand Connaught Rooms, London. The room will be filled with investors, founders, and leaders—it's the industry event of the year!

🔗 See the full shortlist: https://hubs.li/Q03MVGW50
🔗 Secure your table now: https://hubs.li/Q03MVK0C0

𝐖𝐡𝐨 𝐢𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐅𝐢𝐧𝐓𝐞𝐜𝐡 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐮𝐩 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐘𝐞𝐚𝐫? 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐑𝐈𝐒𝐄 𝐀𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐝𝐬 𝐅𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐬 We're re-highlighting the finalists for FinTech Startu...
07/10/2025

𝐖𝐡𝐨 𝐢𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐅𝐢𝐧𝐓𝐞𝐜𝐡 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐮𝐩 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐘𝐞𝐚𝐫? 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐑𝐈𝐒𝐄 𝐀𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐝𝐬 𝐅𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐬
We're re-highlighting the finalists for FinTech Startup of the Year at the Sustainable Times RISE Awards. 🚀

FinTech is the essential lever for making sustainable finance work, providing the tech that turns ambition into measurable impact. This category represents the cutting edge of change.

𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐞𝐭𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧:
This highly anticipated shortlist emerged from many strong entries and was strongly endorsed by recommendations from our 24,000+ investor and founder community—ensuring we spotlight the true pioneers.

FinTech Startup of the Year Finalists 🏆

ekko: Integrating sustainability into core financial products and customer experiences.

Maanch: Streamlining investment teams' engagement and providing clear outcomes evidence.

C2Zero: Allowing companies and individuals to directly and permanently remove Carbon Emission Allowances from circulation.

𝐖𝐢𝐧𝐧𝐞𝐫 𝐀𝐧𝐧𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐜𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭: The final winner is now with our expert Judging Panel and will be announced at the prestigious Black Tie awards ceremony on 6th November at the De Vere Grand Connaught Rooms, London.

Join us on the night to network and to celebrate the pioneers - contact [email protected]

To view all the shortlist visit: https://hubs.li/Q03MvD9m0

A huge you to everyone who joined us at the Sustainable Startup Investment Summit last night at the magnificent Plaister...
02/10/2025

A huge you to everyone who joined us at the Sustainable Startup Investment Summit last night at the magnificent Plaisterers’ Hall!

We welcomed over 400 investors, founders and sustainability enthusiasts for an evening that combined profit with purpose. Featuring visionary entrepreneurs driving the future of sustainability.

Thank you to our sustainable startups pitching at the event:
- David Grundy and Bob Long from O-Hx
- Matt Journee and Tom Andrews from Levistor
- Ole Thastrup from 2cureX
- Élodie Carpentier from LE ROUGE FRANÇAIS
- Keiran Olivares Whitaker from Entocycle

Thanks to Patrick Aisher from Kinled Holding Ltd and Harvey Knight from SWG for the ‘How to Pick a Winner’ panel.

A massive thank you to our sponsors Mishcon de Reya LLP, EQ Investors. Thank you to Sustainable Wealth Group for introducing the excellent startups who presented.

We are looking forward to the next one!

𝐕𝐎𝐓𝐄 𝐍𝐎𝐖: 𝐃𝐞𝐜𝐢𝐝𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐖𝐢𝐧𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐑𝐈𝐒𝐄 𝐀𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐝𝐬 '𝐅𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐫' 𝐚𝐧𝐝 '𝐑𝐢𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐫' 𝐂𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐠𝐨𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐬!We’re thrilled to announce the sh...
30/09/2025

𝐕𝐎𝐓𝐄 𝐍𝐎𝐖: 𝐃𝐞𝐜𝐢𝐝𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐖𝐢𝐧𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐑𝐈𝐒𝐄 𝐀𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐝𝐬 '𝐅𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐫' 𝐚𝐧𝐝 '𝐑𝐢𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐫' 𝐂𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐠𝐨𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐬!

We’re thrilled to announce the shortlists for Founder of the Year and Rising Star at the RISE Awards!

Every nominee on this list is a proven champion of sustainability. Help us crown the winners!

🗳️ VOTE NOW! https://hubs.li/Q03LpRhY0

🌟 Founder of the Year Finalists

Meet the leaders turning innovative, sustainable ideas into thriving businesses:
Pinar Akiskalioglu - Founder of TAKK, Providing sustainable, ethically marketed personal care products.
Claire-Julia Hill - Founder of Gallery Les Bois, Embedding environmental responsibility into art and gallery operations.
Chinwe Udo-Davis Msc, SPHRi - Founder of Instollar, Scaling clean energy and providing employment opportunities across Africa as a solar energy workforce provider.
Oli Cook - Founder of ekko, Helping financial service companies integrate sustainability to reduce environmental impact.
Paul Finch and Rayan Jawad - Co-Founders of Growth Studio
Supporting startup solutions to become profitable businesses through leading accelerator programmes.

🚀 Rising Star Award Finalists
These individuals represent the next generation of sustainability pioneers, already making waves:
Dr Joe Penhaul Smith and Sam Penhaul - Co-founders of Sustainable Extricko, Optimising processing capabilities and reducing environmental impact with containerised recycling solutions.
Brittany Hook - Founder of HutanBio, Creating sustainable biofuels to align energy demand with planet protection.
Jai Desai - Founder of Reap London, Crafting eco-conscious outdoor spaces with sustainable landscaping solutions.
Krutarth Shah - Co-Founder of Sustainology , Shaping the future of carbon markets through meaningful climate projects.
Sanmukh Bawa - Founder of GenVue, Advanced glass technology turning glass into a dynamic asset for sustainable architecture.
Gurpreet Singh - President of IQVIA, Utilising data, AI, and analytics to provide smarter, more sustainable healthcare.
DR Esrael Degefa - President at Kerchanshe Group & Kerchanshe Coffees, a dynamic conglomerate with sister companies spanning various sectors, including agriculture, construction, manufacturing, and hospitality, ensuring traceability and fair trade practices.

All winners will be revealed at the black-tie awards dinner on 6 November at London’s Grand Connaught Rooms.

Just 1 day to go!We’re thrilled to welcome everyone who signed up for the Sustainable Startup Investment Summit happenin...
30/09/2025

Just 1 day to go!

We’re thrilled to welcome everyone who signed up for the Sustainable Startup Investment Summit happening tomorrow!

It’s going to be an inspiring evening connecting our investor community with pioneering sustainable startups.

We look forward to seeing everyone there!

https://hubs.li/Q03LjDKz0

⏳ One week to go!The Sustainable Startup Investment Summit is happening next Wednesday, October 1st, 2025, from 6:00 – 1...
24/09/2025

⏳ One week to go!

The Sustainable Startup Investment Summit is happening next Wednesday, October 1st, 2025, from 6:00 – 10:00 PM at Plaisterers' Hall, One London Wall.

Join us for an exclusive evening bringing together our investor community and handpicked sustainable startups.

After the success of our EIS Investment Forum, which welcomed over 300 investors, we’re expecting an even bigger turnout for this summit!

There is still time to secure your spot now, so don’t miss out!

👉 Click the link to learn more & secure your place:
https://hubs.li/Q03KLfv40

Sustainable Startup Investment Summit Date: October 1st, 2025 Time: 6:00 - 10:00 PM Location: Plaisterers' Hall, One Lon...
19/09/2025

Sustainable Startup Investment Summit

Date: October 1st, 2025
Time: 6:00 - 10:00 PM
Location: Plaisterers' Hall, One London Wall

Join us for the Sustainable Startup Investment Summit, an exclusive evening dedicated to connecting our investor community with handpicked sustainable startups.

Following the success of our EIS Investment Forum, where over 300 investors joined us, this summit will feature visionary entrepreneurs driving the future of sustainability.

click the link to find out more & to register!
https://hubs.li/Q03K4Llk0

We’re proud to announce that Le Rouge Français Co-Founder Elodie Carpentier will be speaking at the Sustainable Startup ...
17/09/2025

We’re proud to announce that Le Rouge Français Co-Founder Elodie Carpentier will be speaking at the Sustainable Startup Investment Summit (SSIS).

As trailblazers in botanical science and sustainable beauty, Le Rouge Français redefines cosmetics with plant-based innovation and eco-conscious luxury.

Sustainable Startup Investment Summit
1 October 2025 | 🕕 18:00–22:00
Plaisterer’s Hall, London

Learn more & register here:
https://hubs.li/Q03JKPKS0

We’re proud to announce that 2Curex will be speaking at the Sustainable Startup Investment Summit (SSIS).As pioneers in ...
16/09/2025

We’re proud to announce that 2Curex will be speaking at the Sustainable Startup Investment Summit (SSIS).

As pioneers in advancing precision medicine and making individualised cancer treatment accessible, 2cureX embodies the spirit of innovation.

Sustainable Startup Investment Summit
1 October 2025 | 18:00–22:00
Plaisterer’s Hall, London

Learn more & register here:
https://hubs.li/Q03JgZcx0

We’re thrilled to reveal the pioneering startups and scaleups who have made the RISE awards shortlist:Clean TechConsumer...
11/09/2025

We’re thrilled to reveal the pioneering startups and scaleups who have made the RISE awards shortlist:

Clean Tech
Consumer
Sustainable Fashion
Renewable Energy
FinTech
Healthcare
Construction
Green Transport

6 November 2025
19:00
De Vere Grand Connaught Rooms, London

To find out more & register visit: https://hubs.li/Q03HX4gC0

We’re proud to announce that Mishcon de Reya has returned as a sponsor for the Sustainable Startup Investment Summit (SS...
10/09/2025

We’re proud to announce that Mishcon de Reya has returned as a sponsor for the Sustainable Startup Investment Summit (SSIS).

They are a leading independent law firm committed to supporting visionary entrepreneurs and purpose-driven innovation.

Sustainable Startup Investment Summit
1 October 2025 | 18:00–22:00
Plaisterer’s Hall, London

Learn more & register here:
https://hubs.li/Q03HLf0w0

We’re delighted to announce that Matthew Journee, Chief Executive at Levistor, is pitching at Sustainable Startup Invest...
09/09/2025

We’re delighted to announce that Matthew Journee, Chief Executive at Levistor, is pitching at Sustainable Startup Investment Summit!

With a strong background in engineering, project leadership, and turning innovation into business opportunities,
we are glad to have him apart of our event!

📅 Learn more and register here:
https://hubs.li/Q03Hlbqh0

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