Channelling the dynamism of innovative start

Channelling the
dynamism of innovative
start-ups in the EU
New technologies are opening avenues for growth
in areas as diverse as renewable energy, smart
systems, mobility and health. The opportunities to
boost innovation in Europe are enormous. Start-ups
will be a cornerstone of this economic future.
Deepening the dialogue between innovative
companies and EU institutions will help SMEs better
understand EU decision-making and procedures,
while helping EU representatives gain insight into
the challenges and opportunities that matter most
to young entrepreneurs in Europe.
How can start-ups provide solutions to help develop
Europe’s energy future and ensure European
companies’ competitiveness?
What are the key drivers of investment and future
innovations?
Stakeholder workshop
An event organised by EurActiv with the support of EDF
26 May 2015 | 17h00–19h30
Press Club Brussels Europe
Rue Froissart 95 – 1040 Brussels
Invited contributors include:
Kirsi Haavisto, Deputy Head of Unit, Innovation
Union and European Research Area, DG Research &
Innovation, European Commission (TBC)
Markus Ferber, MEP EPP, Vice-President of
Committee ECON, European Parliament
Philippe De Backer, MEP ALDE, Member of
Committee ITRE, European Parliament
Pierre Coulombeau, CEO, EnerBee
Nils Aldag, CEO, Sunfire GmbH
Pierre Frouin, CEO, BioSerenity
Representative, EDF
Moderator:
Frédéric Simon, Editor, EurActiv.com
How can productive links between major companies,
research, education, and innovative young
entrepreneurs be fostered?
In order to address these key questions and more,
EDF and Euractiv are inviting three entrepreneurs,
winners of the EDF Pulse Awards*, to present their
projects and discuss innovation with EU officials.
Chair:
Alexis Poulin, Director, EurActiv.fr
Programme: 26 MAY 2015
17h00-17h30: Start-up stories and discussion
18h15-18h30: Conclusions
18h30: Cocktail reception
To register, please send an email
with your name, organisation and title to:
[email protected]
*EDF’s Pulse Awards provide innovators with concrete support (in the form of both financial aid and publicity) for projects
in the areas of health, science and smart living.
FOR MORE INFORMATION PLEASE CONTACT:
With the support of
Alexis Poulin
[email protected]
+33 1 75 61 25 00
Amandine Viguié
[email protected]
+33 6 12 50 63 23