Net Zero Start-Up Hub
The Net Zero Startup Hub connects early-stage innovators with industry leaders, investors, and test environments, bridging the gap between ideas and real-world impact.
Where next-generation solutions grow
The data center industry is undergoing one of the fastest technological shifts in history. AI workloads, advanced cooling, energy flexibility, clean backup solutions, and circular technologies are redefining digital infrastucture.
The Net Zero start-up hub is a dedicated space for early stage companies. If you are working on solutions that make data centers and digital infrastructure cleaner, smarter, and more resilient, this is where you connect with the industry that needs you.
We are particularly interested in solutions within, but not limited to:
- Clean energy and power resilience
- Cooling efficiency and heat reuse
- Circular materials and construction
- Grid flexibility
- Data-driven energy optimization
Start-up or Scale-up?
With the Net Zero Start-Up- Hub you get
- Technical & Domain experience
- Opportunity to pitch your solution
- 6 month incubation period with workshops, office facilities, and access to experts & testing
- Dedicated advisory board
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Join as partner
Contribute as mentor, advisor, industry or local partner
The Start-Up Hub is built on a structured model combining industry access, real-world testing, and cross-sector collaboration.
- • Gain early visibility into EU innovation pipelines
• Help shape pilot projects and testing environments
• Access start-ups working on your strategic pain points
• Strengthen your leadership position in the net-zero transition
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How does the Net Zero Start-up Hub work?
The Net Zero Startup Hub is the dedicated start-up track within the Net Zero Innovation Hub for Data Centers. We focus on technologies and business models that accelerate decarbonisation of digital infrastructure – from energy efficiency and flexibility to circularity, water use, and new grid-supporting services.
A Net-Zero Startup Hub operates under the Net Zero Innovation Hub brand with a local anchor and project manager. The first Net Zero Start-up Hub was launched in Fredericia in 2025, with the incubation period taking place from January-June 2026.
1. Startup Application
In collaboration with local partners, the Hub issues an RFI or open call for solutions.
2. Selection & Pitch
After the RFI deadline, selected companies will be invited to join a local pitch event or showcase with jury and awards.
This is the opportunity to pitch to join the incubation period and a chance to meet local partners in the industry.
3. Incubation Program
Selected start-ups are invited to join a 6-month dedicated incubation program.
The proram includes technical and business development by Hub partners and access to network of testing sites.
4. Advisory board & Mentorship
An integral part of the Incubation period is mentorship and appointment of a dedicated advisory board.
This advisory board supports the company for 6 months following the incubation period.
Fredericia start-up hub 2025-2026
Overview & Timeline
The first Net Zero Start-up Hub was launched in Fredericia in 2025, with the incubation period taking place from January-June 2026. Powered by a unique partnership between the Net Zero Innovation Hub for Data Centers, Business Fredericia, and Danish Data Center Industry, the Hub connects entrepreneurs with industry leaders and infrastructure operators.
Application Deadline:
August 31, 2025
Pitch Event:
September 24, 2025 (Fredericia, Denmark)
Roadmap development:
October-December 2025
Incubation Program: 1 January - 31 June 2026
Partners in the Fredericia Net-Zero Start-up Hub
Meet the Startups
The following start-ups are a part of the 2025-2026 Net Zero Start-up Hub Incubation program in Fredericia.
Stay tuned for more information about how to get involved in future Net Zero Start-Up Hubs
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