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12 Nov 2026
We cordially invite you to our event equIP Connect |Powering the Future: Startups Driving the Energy Transition!
The energy transition is creating unprecedented opportunities for innovators, investors and founders alike. From energy storage and infrastructure to sustainable mobility and climate technologies, startups are playing a pivotal role in shaping a more resilient and sustainable future.
The fourth edition of equIP Connect brings together founders, innovators and legal advisors to discuss how energy startups are navigating growth, scaling innovation and turning ambitious ideas into successful businesses.
We are pleased to welcome Rahul Mishra, Co-Founder of The Energy Bridge, who will share his perspective on connecting innovation ecosystems, fostering collaboration across the energy sector and supporting startups in bringing new technologies and business models to market.
Following this, Georg Tinkhauser, CEO of Storinx, will discuss the company's journey, sharing practical insights into building a business in the energy sector, key milestones, challenges encountered along the way and lessons learned from scaling an innovative venture.
Florian Prasky, Co-Founder of colibrie, will then offer an honest founder perspective on developing and growing a sustainability-focused startup, highlighting both successes and setbacks as well as the key takeaways from the company's entrepreneurial journey.
More speakers to come, with additional industry experts set to join the programme.
After a short networking break, Valentina Eigner and Georg Gutfleisch, will share selected "Legal Watch-Outs for Energy Start-ups", discussing key legal and regulatory considerations that founders and investors should keep in mind when navigating growth, financing and commercial expansion.
We will conclude the evening with a panel discussion featuring all speakers, exploring current developments in the energy and sustainability ecosystem, investment trends, scaling strategies and the opportunities that lie ahead for founders and investors.
As always, there will be ample opportunity to continue the conversation and expand your network over drinks and refreshments after the formal programme.
We look forward to welcoming you to another inspiring edition of equIP Connect.
If you have any questions, please contact us.
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Rechtsanwälte GmbH
Gauermanngasse 2
1010 Vienna
Austria
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