Finalists 2026
For this 2026 edition of the EDF Pulse Awards, 144 startups from 20 different countries have chosen to present their innovative solutions to reach carbon neutrality faster. The jury members selected 20 of them to participate in the grand finale which will take place on June 18, 2026. Discover the finalists in each category.
Strengthen health and safety prevention measures
They are designing solutions to better protect field workers by strengthening the enforcement of essential safety rules. They are developing innovative approaches to improve workplace health.
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VNEXIA
A portable, self contained safety prevention solution for temporary worksites, powered by advanced sensors and embedded AI.
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ORISUN
ATixe: a real-time geolocation solution for tracking personnel and assets in complex, high-risk environments.
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Urban Circus
Flash Tech Ind.: ergonomic, cooling protective equipment designed for teams working under extreme heat conditions on industrial sites.
Accelerate and expand electrification
They are developing low-carbon electricity generation technologies that support energy sovereignty. They are rolling out solutions to electrify uses across industry, buildings, transport, or agriculture, while addressing climate and energy independence challenges.
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Epyr
An innovative thermal energy storage solution that converts renewable electricity into high temperature industrial heat.
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Nelson
A software platform for simulating and optimizing the electrification of large commercial fleets.
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Showpower Global B.V.
A mobile, modular, and redundant power supply solution for international events.
Manage and leverage flexibility
They are developing technologies to manage electricity demand, to optimize production, or to store energy. They are designing solutions that make the power system smarter and more flexible.
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Colvert
A modular stationary energy storage solution based on the direct reuse of electric vehicle batteries.
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RheEnergise(High-Density Hydro)
A long-duration electricity storage solution inspired by the pumped-storage hydropower principle.
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VOLTR
A high performance, modular lithium battery solution using refurbished cells, providing a low carbon, circular alternative to new batteries for a wide range of professional applications.
Improve operational efficiency
They are developing solutions that save time, streamline operations, and boost customer satisfaction. They are exploring the potential of AI, robotics, additive manufacturing, or IoT systems to reinvent construction, operations, and maintenance.
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Exanodia
The use of an AI powered intelligent assistant (SMART RT) to automate the analysis of industrial radiographs.
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Kestrix
A large-scale building thermal analysis technology leveraging aerial imaging, 3D modeling, and AI.
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SITEFLOW
A field operations digitalization solution for sensitive industries, replacing paper-based processes with collaborative, fully traceable digital workflows.
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Archify.fr
An offline business continuity solution designed to operate during IT system or network outages, relying on a self contained local infrastructure supported by AI assistance.
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HyLight
A zero emission aerial inspection solution based on long endurance electric airships, capable of collecting all the data required to assess energy infrastructure in a single flight.
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EKI Digital Consulting
A modular welding tables and workbenches solution featuring a patented, safe, and ergonomic clamping system.
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Damavan Imaging
BinAuCarNDe: an automated radiological mapping system designed for nuclear decommissioning.
Enhance the environmental adaptability of our activities
They are developing solutions to strengthen the resilience of industrial facilities against the impacts of climate change. They are exploring regenerative development practices, site repurposing, or experimenting with other innovative approaches to reduce environmental impact.
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SIPA
A Europe‑patented drone‑based pruning technology designed to precisely target areas where vegetation threatens power lines.
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Optim.Aize
A continuous monitoring solution for ground and infrastructure deformation using satellite imagery and AI driven analysis.
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FLOODFRAME
A globally patented perimeter protection solution that safeguards buildings and critical sites against flooding, deploying automatically without electricity or human intervention.
Who are the 2024 winners?
During the 2024 edition of the EDF Pulse Awards, 144 startups from 20 different countries have chosen to present their innovative solutions to reach carbon neutrality faster. On July 18th, 2024, the winners of the EDF Pulse Awards were honored at a ceremony presided over by EDF's Chairman & Chief Executive Officer.