Challenge
The first HyAccelerator call, The HyAccelerator Challenge, is meant to identify and develop cutting-edge technologies along the entire hydrogen value chain, from production to end-users. We are looking for startups to develop a solution in any of the five focus areas with the challenge of designing a First Industrial Deployment together with Snam
To apply to The HyAccelerator Challenge, startups will be asked to register on SnamInnova - Snam’s Open Innovation program - and submit their personal data, information about the proposed solution and a pitch presentation
Each proposed solution will be evaluated by Snam’s team of hydrogen experts and, at the end of the selection process, the most promising startups will be chosen to be accelerated
Focus Areas
Why Take Part
The winners of The HyAccelerator Challenge will be provided with the necessary tools and perks to develop a First Industrial Deployment design in collaboration with Snam, without investment in equity. These include funds, mentoring from Snam hydrogen professionals and support from academic experts. Furthermore, by entering Snam’s network, startups will have the opportunity to get in touch with industry pioneers in the field of the Energy Transition
Regulation
For more details about The HyAccelerator Challenge, please refer to the attached regulation and privacy policy
RegulationPrivacy PolicyOctober - November 2021
Collection of applications
After the call opening, participants must submit their candidacy no later than November 7th, 2021
November - December 2021
Evaluation of applications
Following the application phase, selected candidates will be contacted by Snam for a brief video interview. Afterwards, Snam will communicate which startups will take part to the final Pitch Event
February 2022
Final Pitch Event
Selected startups will exhibit their solution to the Snam Innovation Committee
From March 2022