THE CALL

HOW CAN WE ACCELERATE THE ENERGY TRANSITION THROUGH SMART BUILDINGS

Together with our partner AEW we are looking for B2B startups that help transform buildings from passive energy consumers into active and intelligent energy hubs. With nearly 50% of Switzerland’s energy use and CO₂ emissions tied to real estate, buildings are at the heart of the energy and climate transition. The shift from centralized power production to decentralized, self-managed systems opens up huge innovation potential.

ABOUT THE CHALLENGE OWNER

As an integrated energy service provider, AEW is active in the production of electricity and heating/cooling, as well as a leading grid operator and supplier for its customers. In addition, AEW offers services in grid-related and energy-adjacent fields in the role of a full-service energy contractor – together with a strong network of independent, certified installation partners.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

TECH STARTUPS WITHIN THE FOLLOWING AREAS ARE WELCOME TO APPLY.

Smart Energy Management for buildings

EMS-Solutions for buildings that optimize operations, consumption, integrate renewables, and reduce costs through intelligent control and forecasting.

Energy production and storage in buildings

Energy generation and storage solutions – from planning to operation – that enable AEW, together with its installation partners, to deliver comprehensive, end-to-end full-service solutions.

Smart Grid interaction technologies

Technologies that enable buildings to actively interact with the power grid through smart load management, demand response, or bidirectional energy flows, to enhance grid stability and unlock new value streams.

Solutions to monitor and reduce carbon footprint

Solutions that help building owners and operators measure, monitor, and reduce their carbon footprint, enabling data-driven decisions for more sustainable operations.

Digital Twins, Analytics and IoT solutions

Platforms that allow our customers to monitor and optimize their physical systems in real time through a data-driven approach.

APPLICATION CRITERIAS

Proven Technology

We specifically encourage tech startups with mature, market-ready solutions to apply.

Existing Customers

Startups should be in the early growth stage and ready to scale their solution in a fast-paced, real-world market environment.

Located in Europe

The solution provider must be based in Europe and fully compliant with GDPR regulations.

Stable funding base

We look for teams with secure financial backing to confidently drive innovation and partnership commitments.

BENEFITS

WHAT YOU CAN GET FROM THE CALL

Win AEW as a new customer

AEW is actively seeking solutions and partnerships with tech startups to achieve market success together.









Market Validation of your product

A collaboration that enables direct feedback, validation, and refinement of your product.

Access to Industry knowhow

Deepen your industry expertise and assess how well your solution aligns with the energy sector.

Fair compensated pilot project

Get compensated for conducting your pilot project with AEW, ensuring your efforts are rewarded.

Equity and autonomy assured

AEW is looking for a partnership-based relationship as a customer, not as an investor.

APPLY NOW

Does your solution have the potential to strengthen AEW’s position as a leading full-service energy partner for building owners? Then we look forward to your application and the opportunity to collaborate with AEW. We are excited to hear from you!

Process

APPLICATION DEADLINE: 19.09.2025

Selection: OCtobeR 2025

interviews: October / NOVEMBER 2025

decision on collaboration: DEC ’25

APPLY NOW

Any questions?

Reach out to Miro

Maren Käfer
Maren Käfer Program Manager Bluelion