Ecosummit
Berlin, Germany · Event OrganisatorOrganizer of Ecosummit Berlin, a climate-tech investor and founder matchmaking event focused on decarbonization and deep tech.
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World Sustainable Energy Days (WSED) 2026
Conference-led event on energy efficiency and renewables with 600+ experts from 60 countries. Price: about EUR 390 for full conference, with student discounts.
Strong for policy-focused green tech founders.
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Wels, Austria
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