For the market ramp-up of the hydrogen economy, it is important to use all available innovation resources. The H2UB looks at the entire value chain and connects it both physically and digitally. In addition to our start-ups, our members include companies, universities, research institutes and investors. This networking is particularly important because start-ups often have innovative and groundbreaking ideas, but also a lack of funds to implement and market these ideas on their own. At the same time, many players in the industry have the problem that innovation management lacks the decisive impulses and creative minds – and this is exactly where the H2UB is the link between its members!
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Matchmaker
We are matchmakers for the various market players in the hydrogen economy. We use small and large matchmaking formats to network startups, companies, universities, research institutes and investors with the aim of developing new, innovative solutions for the hydrogen market.
Startup Accelerator
As an accelerator program, we promote both the early-stage and growth development of H2 startups and H2 spin-offs from companies, universities and research institutes. The H2UB also provides support in arranging funding and contacts with investors. Our hub partner companies and institutions offer startups additional contact points for partnerships and collaborations.
Ecosystem Builder
We offer a digital and physical platform for companies, research & development intitutes and startups to activate the hydrogen ecosystem and accelerate the hydrogen market faster. The goal is i.a. the bundling of individual strengths from new startups with the help of a European H2 startup alliance. The development of the ecosystem is also supported by joint events and targeted matchmaking.
Think Tank
With current market surveys and studies as well as ecosystem analyzes, we provide important impulses for expert discussions on the growth of the hydrogen market. Our recommendations for business, science and politics should make a contribution to the development of a prosperous, European hydrogen ecosystem.
Lab Net
The H2UB lab network enables start-up and development teams to have quick and easy access to research and realworld laboratories. The network creates the permanent
conditions in the form of (test) capacities, competencies and infrastructures for carrying out studies and analyzes. We offer matchmaking and concrete mediation between startups and R&D institutions.
Service Desk
The H2UB supports its members and partners as a point of contact and interface for all questions about the H2UB operation and its offers.
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The H2UB is a project funded by the Ministry of Economic Affairs, Industry, Climate Action and Energy of the State of North Rhine-Westphalia.
