New Energy Challenge
The New Energy Challenge (NEC) helps technology-focused startups and scaleups to develop innovative technologies that promote sustainability and shape the future of the energy sector.
Tomorrow鈥檚 energy system needs breakthrough ideas and new technologies, and passionate entrepreneurs with innovative approaches to take on the challenges of the energy transition.
What is the New Energy Challenge (NEC)?
The NEC is an annual open innovation competition that connects promising global startups and scaleups in the energy sector with stakeholders to accelerate the decarbonisation of energy systems.
Competition finalists gain access to investors and experts during the final phase of the challenge, unlocking the knowledge, contacts, and support needed to advance their companies and products.
Who organises the NEC?
The NEC is jointly organised by , Shell, , and .
Who can take part in the challenge?
The challenge is open to entrepreneurs from around the world who are developing advanced technologies and disruptive solutions that could be vital to meeting future energy needs.
What is Shell鈥檚 role?
Shell believes in the power of collaboration in innovation. We work closely with a wide range of partners, including academic institutions, research institutes, start-ups, scale-ups, and a select portfolio of ventures we invest in.
The NEC enables Shell to identify technologies with the potential to significantly impact the future of energy, and support innovators and entrepreneurs to affordably prove the viability of their technologies.
Some of the participating startups may be selected by Shell to join the Shell GameChanger programme, receive investment from Shell Ventures, or collaborate directly with Shell businesses at a later stage, subject to compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and Shell鈥檚 internal policies.
Since its launch in 2016, the NEC has provided dozens of innovative entrepreneurs with expert coaching and guidance, helping them to take their ideas to the next level.
Page last updated: 12/12/2024
