OPEN CHALLENGE - A2A

Innovative technologies for smart cities to reduce air pollution levels in urban areas

Description of the challenge

In recent decades, the level of pollution in cities has grown exponentially. In 2022, 29 Italian cities out of a total of 95 exceeded the daily limits for PM10, and considering the new European standards expected for 2030, 76% of cities are non-compliant for PM10, 84% for PM2.5, and 61% for NO2.

The proposed challenge aims to identify cutting-edge technologies capable of reducing air pollution levels, promoting the physical and mental well-being of citizens, and actively involving them.

The proposed solutions can be focused on reducing both direct and indirect emissions, such as promoting more efficient urban traffic management.

Prize

The selected start-up will have the opportunity to initiate a Proof of Concept (PoC) with A2A.

 

Partecipate

To apply, it is necessary to fill out all sections of the application form by 6:00 PM on June 30, 2023. Once the form is submitted, it will not be possible to make any changes.

Download the application completion guidelines and upload the completed form in PDF format.

Submit the application

Timing

  • March 1, 2023: MATCH I.S. company selection
  • April 10, 2023: company selection closing date
  • April 30, 2023 publication of the companies’ challenges
  • May 10, 2023: MATCH I.S. start-up selection
  • June 30, 2023: start-up selection closing date
  • July 15, 2023: communication with eligible start-ups
  • September 1, 2023: online meetings between start-ups and companies
  • October/November 2023: B2I "Investors Days" meetings dedicated to selected start-ups. The exact date will be communicated by September
  • December 2023: final event and awards ceremony