The world is currently facing serious climate change, and the impact on the lives of Tokyo residents is becoming significant. Therefore, there is no time to waste in responding to climate change.
In this context, in order to further accelerate GX (Green Transformation) across society, it is important to support and promote the growth of startups with innovative ideas and excellent technological capabilities that contribute to zero emissions, in addition to promoting the spread of conventional decarbonization technologies.
The Tokyo Consortium is promoting the formation of a startup ecosystem and working to create and promote the growth of startups through industry-academia-government collaboration. Since fiscal year 2022, it has been promoting "Green Startup Support" initiatives for promising startups working in the green field. We are pleased to announce that we have selected new startups to receive support.
1. Overview of Green Startup Support
Selected companies will receive support in capital strategy and overseas expansion—including advice on markets, funding, and talent acquisition, as well as introductions to global players like overseas VCs—from diverse members leveraging the Startup Ecosystem Tokyo Consortium network. This includes domestic and international venture capitalists, institutional investors, and experienced startups, with a focus on both domestic and international growth.
2. Overview of Supported Companies
ENELL co.LTD |
【Produce water from air and rivers to achieve a stable water supply】
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3D Architech LLC |
【Enhancing Water-Cooled Heat Sinks with Metal Microfabrication】
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3DC Corporation |
【New Carbon Materials Boost Battery Performance】
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Bioworks Inc. |
【Achieving Sustainable Manufacturing with New Plant-Based Materials】
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pHydrogen Inc. |
【Producing hydrogen from seawater in coastal and arid regions】
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Mechanocross Co., Ltd. |
【Reducing Organic Solvent Use in Mechanochemical Organic Synthesis】
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3. Examples of Achievements to Date
Green Carbon Inc. (Selected in FY2023) |
【We provide end-to-end support for the creation, registration, and sale of nature-based carbon credits both domestically and internationally】 <Support Overview and Outcomes> ・ Refined sales materials and branding strategies, introducing potential corporate partners such as large enterprises ・ Conducted a joint proof-of-concept experiment with JR East Japan on robotizing tunnel inspections |
I Robotics Co., Ltd. (2023 Fiscal Year Selection) |
【Leveraging cutting-edge technologies such as drones, robots, and AI to provide robotic services for infrastructure and commercial facilities】 <Support Overview and Outcomes> ・ Refined sales materials and branding strategies, introducing potential corporate partners such as large enterprises ・ Conducted a joint proof-of-concept experiment with JR East Japan on robotizing tunnel inspections |
SOINN Inc. (Selected in FY2023) |
【Providing energy-saving and equipment control solutions using AI powered by patented technology】 <Support Overview and Outcomes> ・ Supported participation in global pitch events by refining Japanese and English sales materials ・ Currently collaborating with overseas startups on intelligent HVAC control for diverse buildings |
4. Review Committee Structure
Chairperson of the Jury
- Shōhei Onishi
- OLD NEW THINGS Law Firm Attorney
judge
- Keisuke Ide
- The University of Tokyo Edge Capital Partners Partner
- Kate Batz
- Managing Partner, Deep Knowledge Group
- Jeff Matsuda
- 500 Global Program Director, Japan
- Sofia Shan
- TUS Holdings China-Japan Cross-border Innovation Platform CEO
- Liang Jie
- Global Brain Investment Group Director
Please refer to the press release issued by the Tokyo Metropolitan Government regarding this matter.
Intensive Support for Startups Aiming to Accelerate Society-Wide Green Transformation | July | Tokyo Metropolitan Government Official Website
Contact for inquiries regarding this matter:
Tokyo Consortium Management Office tokyo_consortium@tohmatsu.co.jp
Management Contractor: Deloitte Touche Tohmatsu LLC
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