Startup-BBQ, CleanTech

Startup BBQ

On May 5, we invite you to a special BBQ where six startups from East Africa and Germany will present their innovative business models for a sustainable future. You will have the opportunity to learn more about the latest developments in the cleantech sector over a delicious barbecue and in a relaxed atmosphere.

What to expect:

– Inspiring presentations: 4 African and 2 German startups that are shaping the future of the cleantech industry.

– Networking: Make valuable contacts with young female founders, students and experts from the cleantech sector.

– Delicious BBQ: Enjoy great food, refreshing drinks and a relaxed atmosphere.

Startups Afrika:

Temitope Oguntade – Founder Chanels Innovations (Rwanda)
Chanels is transforming energy management in Sub-Saharan Africa by developing AI-ready, smart multichannel energy metering systems tailored for micro-utilities.


Moses Nyakoyo – Founder Kijani Testing (Kenia)
Kijani Testing is first and only laboratory in Sub-Saharan Africa for certified product testing as well as field and market testing for manufacturers.


Torooti Mwirigi – Founder SunWater (Kenia)
SunWater installs solar-powered water ATMs in underserved communities to provide reliable access to clean, affordable drinking water.


Okwakau Abednego – Founder ZetaHub (Kenia)
Zeta Spot is a solar-powered internet hotspot connectivity project by Zeta Hub for rural and off-grid market areas to unlock the e-commerce potential of SMEs at affordable costs.

Startups Freiburg:

Florian Bierwirth, EDENenergy
EDENenergy is working on a solution to integrate discarded batteries from e-bikes or e-scooters into storage systems for photovoltaic systems.


Martin Haagen, eeaser GmbH
eeaser GmbH uses digital technology to help companies reduce their energy costs and meet regulatory requirements with ease.

Greeting:

Lord Mayor Martin Horn


Prof. Dr. Stefan Rensing, Vice-Rector Research and Innovation, University of Freiburg

Location: livMatS, Faculty of Engineering Freiburg – Registration required!