Free Electrons Accelerator Program 2026

About

The Free Electrons Accelerator Program is designed for startups in the energy sector, offering a unique opportunity to collaborate with global utility companies to address real operational challenges, validate technology solutions, and retain full intellectual property rights, all while gaining access to decision-makers and a global innovation ecosystem.

Benefits

• 💰No Application Fee
  No application fee and no equity requirements, allowing startups to retain full intellectual property rights
• 🤝Direct Collaboration
  Opportunity to collaborate directly with participating utility companies to solve real operational issues and validate technology solutions
• 👥Access to Decision Makers
  Direct access to decision-makers and key experts to foster collaboration and explore business models
• 🌐Global Project Participation
  Engagement in global projects, providing exposure to different market environments and regulatory frameworks
• 🔗Long-term Partnerships
  Potential for continued collaboration post-program, leading to pilot projects and long-term partnerships
• 🌍Innovation Ecosystem
  Join a global energy innovation ecosystem, gaining ongoing industry resources and support

Eligibility Criteria

• Open to startups from around the world
• Must have relevant technology or solutions in the energy sector, including smart grids, digitalization, and decarbonization
• Must address utility operational challenges and specific needs of utility companies

Participation Commitments

• Must actively engage in the program and collaborate with utility companies
• Must present solutions and engage in discussions with utility partners

Target Region

Open to startups globally

Target Sector

Energy, Smart Grids, Digital Transformation, Decarbonization