Igniting qualified conversations
between innovators and industry.
Nordic Energy Matchbox is where real industrial challenges meet qualified startups and scaleups within climate & energy. We translate needs into clear challenge statements, source relevant teams, and facilitate short, focused sessions with the right decision-makers.
This is a new arena designed to accelerate industrial problem-solving — not through generic pitch days, but by opening doors to conversations about real industry needs and opportunities. These conversations can lead to follow-up sessions if the industry sees a potential fit.
UPCOMING
SESSIONS
Pitch Session 2
During ONS 2026 in Stavanger
Week 35 - 24-27 August
Startups and scaleups who see strong alignment with one or more industry challenges can apply to participate.
Selected teams will be invited into focused sessions to explore potential fit with relevant industry challenge owners and experts.
Pitch Session 1
Wednesday 22 April 2026 — Stavanger
Startups and scaleups who see strong alignment with one or more industry challenges can apply to participate.
Selected teams will be invited into focused sessions to explore potential fit with relevant industry challenge owners and experts.
Applications for Pitch Session number 1 are now closed.
All applicants will receive an update toward the end of March.
Nordic Energy Matchbox is initiated and operated by Innovation Dock, Validé and Energy Transition Norway — working jointly to strengthen industrial value creation in Norway, starting on the West Coast.
Developed in close collaboration with Equinor and Aker BP, who contribute real industry challenges and essential domain knowledge to ensure relevance and impact.
industry collaboration partners
challenges we are currently exploring
On 12 February, Equinor and Aker BP walked us through the challenge areas they see ahead and shared the industrial context behind future value creation.
The session offered valuable insight into where real opportunities are emerging, what the industry truly needs, and where technology could create relevant impact.
The next step is the Pitch Sessions. The first Pitch Session takes place on April 22, and the second Pitch Session will be held during ONS week (24-27 August). These events are by invitation only and follows an application process.
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02 MONITORING EMISSIONS
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03 CIRCULARITY
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