Islamabad, Nov 10: At COP29 in Baku, Azerbaijan, the Ignite National Technology Fund will present the top ten GreenTech startups selected from Pakistan, marking a significant milestone for sustainable innovation.
Out of 120 initial applicants, 40 startups were shortlisted based on stringent criteria, and ultimately, ten were chosen as exceptional innovators to participate in the final selection round.
However, GreenTech Hub Initiative, under the guidance of the Ministry of Climate Change & Environmental Coordination and supported by Ignite (Ministry of IT & Telecom), will have these top three startups represent Pakistan at COP29.
Featured Innovators in GreenTech
Khaity Technologies & SAWiE Ecosystem
- Khaity Technologies (Pvt) Ltd.: Aims to bolster Pakistan’s food security by promoting climate-resilient farming techniques using artificial intelligence.
- SAWiE Ecosystem: This platform leverages data insights, remote sensing, and Earth observation technologies to support smallholder farmers, enhancing crop yield and promoting sustainable agriculture.
Growtech Services & EcoEdge AI
- Growtech Services: Offers climate-smart agricultural technology to improve productivity while minimizing environmental impact.
- EcoEdge AI (Pvt) Ltd.: Specializes in AI-enhanced HVAC systems for urban buildings, optimizing energy use and supporting eco-friendly urban environments through artificial intelligence and cloud technology.
ezBike & VLEKTRA Electric
- ezBike: Works to reduce electric vehicle conversion costs, aiming to convert Pakistan’s 27 million petrol motorcycles to electric power. Their Battery-as-a-Service approach facilitates affordable battery access.
- VLEKTRA Electric Motorcycles: Localizes electric motorcycle production, incorporating eco-conscious design to promote sustainable urban mobility.
Creeco & Zyp Technologies
- Creeco (Pvt) Ltd.: A pioneer in using waste to create alternative fuels, focusing on carbon capture and producing sustainable fuels like ammonia and synfuels through algae, wastewater, and hydrogen.
- Zyp Technologies (Electric Energe Pvt Ltd.): Introduces a franchise-based battery swap network to reduce electric vehicle ownership costs, making electric mobility more affordable.
Concept Pvt. Ltd. & NanoDrop
- Concept Loop Pvt. Ltd.: Transforms plastic waste into EcoGrete™ plastic aggregates for construction, reducing ocean plastic pollution and fostering a circular economy.
- NanoDrop: Utilizes nanotechnology to create water filtration membranes that clean seawater without electricity, targeting water scarcity through sustainable innovation.
A Global Stage for Pakistani GreenTech
With backing from leading institutions like NUST, Pak Launch, Ahya, Sarmayacar, i2i Ventures, Zayn Venture Capital, USAID, and CFA, this initiative will showcase Pakistan’s progress in green technology on the global stage. These startups aim to drive meaningful, lasting environmental change, reflecting the nation’s commitment to climate action and fostering sustainable technology solutions.
