Impact Deal, third edition of European data-driven program kicks off.
Doubled the number of companies involved
Fondazione CRT, OGR Torino and Microsoft kick off the third edition of Impact Deal, the European data-driven accelerator program dedicated to companies that combine innovation with social and environmental impact.On January 15, at OGR Tech, the innovation hub of OGR Torino, the kick-off of the new edition took place, welcoming the 29 companies selected from the 130 applications received from all over Europe. Numbers are clearly up from previous editions, a sign of consolidation and growing attractiveness of the program.Speakers at the event included Christian Racca, Impact Deal of
Program Manager, Stefania Coni, Head of International Activities of
Fondazione CRT, Matteo Pessione, OGR Tech Coordinator of
OGR Torino, Matteo Mille, Chief Sales Enablement & Operations of
Microsoft Italy, Ciro Cattuto, Scientific Director of
ISI Foundation, and
Nicolò Gozzi, Senior Reasearch Scientist of
ISI Foundation.The Program
Impact Deal is Europe's first data-driven social and environmental impact accelerator program. It supports innovative, concrete solutions through a six-month journey that integrates training, mentorship and strategic partnerships, focusing on applying data to create positive impact. Through the Data Club, a network of public and private partners - City of Turin, Banca Sella, Tim, Windtre, Almawave, Advaneo GmbH, Cuebiq, Open Data Hub, Planet Smart City - startups access exclusive datasets. Through collaboration with ISI Foundation for scientific oversight, TOP-IX for operational management, and strategic partners such as Impact Europe, Ashoka, Impact Hub, and Torino Social Impact, the program provides unique resources, such as a significant network of mentors, experts, and investors, networking opportunities in the European impact ecosystem, and a growing community of successful alumni. This year, the Digital Innovation Hub Piemonte and the Mesap Innovation Hub create new opportunities for local businesses to get involved.Selected Enterprises
The 29 selected companies stand out for the variety of their solutions: from energy efficiency to waste management, from sustainable mobility to mental health, from combating misinformation to air purification:Kumulus (France) - Building tech that turns air into mineralized drinking waterLatitudo40 (Italy) - Insights for mitigating risks like heat islands, flooding, and resource inefficiencyLegal-Pythia (UK) - Explainable AI software to automate compliance reportingDANU Robotics (UK) - AI guided, team based, multi-picker robotic sorting systemNeuron Soundware (Czech Republic) - Predictive maintenance via acoustic diagnosisSWITCH (Italy) - AI-driven solutions streamline fleet planning and managementITSLITBOX (Italy) - Building energy efficiency with a single P&P deviceMol-e (Turkey) - Automating e-waste classification, tracks carbon footprints, and enables revenue generationNevomo (Netherlands) - Developing a globally unique MagRail technology revolutionising railPedius (Italy) - Helping deaf people to have phone conversationEnzum (Estonia) - Predictive ML software for industrial battery efficiency and healthMinervaS (Italy) - Eco-driving software that reduces fuel costs and CO₂ emissions by up to 30%Fusebox (Estonia) - Advanced Energy Management Software solutions enabling energy flexibility, VPP management & CO2 reductionVeridis (Netherlands) - Scalable, AI-driven thermal analysis for characterizing R-plasticVaimee (Italy) - Digital Twin enabling the Farm of the FutureDatabaum (Germany) - Reducing pesticide pollution, optimizing water usage, and enhancing crop yields through advanced data intelligence and AIContainerGrid (Germany) - Orchestrating the certifyed recycling of products and get access at scaleBike-Square (Italy) - Platform for cycling tourists, e-bike experiences, bike rental & fleet managementLoki (Italy) - AI-driven road monitoring for safer, smarter road and city infrastructureKapiteinlabs (Netherlands) - Non-Thermal Plasma Technology for air purificationWeavAir (Poland) - Integrated digital twin platform powered by satellite imageryZerow (Italy) - B2B marketplace that helps fashion brands reselling and recycling deadstocksReblade (Denmark) - Automated, drone-based repairs of wind turbine bladesGoRolloe (UK) - Air purifying hardware solutions for the mobility sectorMistikist (UK) - AI-assisted mental health platformMotions Cloud (Germany) - Claims Automation Engine for P&C Insurance powered by computer visionOvertone (UK) - AI platform sorting and filtering online content by its relevance and value to peopleToMove (Italy) - Creating teledriven electric vehicles for efficient urban mobilityRespect Life (Italy) - Innovative Eco-Fabrics for Health, Home, and Fashion
The companies now begin the growth journey, aiming to improve their skills and connect with a global network of experts and investors. The initial phase will conclude on March 6 with the Data Pitch & Investor Matchmaking, during which the 12 companies that will enter the advanced phase of the program will be selected.