Elia Group Open Innovation Challenge 2025 – “People First”

Elia Group Open Innovation Challenge 2025 – “People First”

Revolutionizing workforce dynamics with innovative solutions in the energy sector.

🔍 Quick Snapshot

  • Provider: Elia Group
  • Opportunity Type: Open Innovation Challenge
  • Funding: Pilot grant of €50,000
  • Deadline: 24 July 2025
  • Focus Areas: Knowledge sharing, cultural change, security, safety, and wellbeing

🌍 About the Opportunity

The Elia Group Open Innovation Challenge 2025 invites innovators globally to transform workforce experience in the energy sector. With mentorship, funding, and technical support, participants have the chance to pilot impactful solutions on a real-world scale.

✅ Eligibility Criteria

  • Startups, SMEs, or teams with innovative solutions
  • Focus on workforce-related challenges under the People First pillars
  • Technical and operational readiness for pilot collaboration

🎁 Program Benefits

  • €50,000 funding for pilot implementation
  • Mentorship and guidance from Elia Group experts
  • Exposure to Europe's energy sector leaders
  • Media visibility and credibility in innovation

📝 How to Apply

  1. Visit the application portal.
  2. Complete the short application form and upload a 3-slide deck detailing your solution.
  3. Submit your application by **24 July 2025**.
  4. Shortlisted teams (15 max) advance to Round 2 mentorship.
  5. Finalists (up to 5) pitch in Brussels on **4 December 2025**.

📅 Program Timeline

  • Submission Opens: 12 June 2025
  • Submission Deadline: 24 July 2025
  • Mentorship (Round 2): 1 Sept – 10 Oct 2025
  • Final Pitch: 4 December 2025 (Brussels)
  • Pilot Execution: 2026 under €50,000 funding

🚀 Join the Revolution in Workforce Innovation!

Be a part of the People First Challenge and pilot your solution with Elia Group.

Apply Here

Questions? Visit Elia Group's official page for more details.

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Source: innovation.eliagroup.eu

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