Matchmaking

Introducing you to the right people and projects is a cornerstone of Copenhagen Cleantech Cluster. Over the next five years the cluster will facilitate matchmaking between researchinstitutions and companies and build networks with relevant stakeholders.

Matching cleantech competencies

The competitiveness of the cleantech industry depends on companies' ability to be innovative and productive. Analyses have shown that companies in networks and clusters are more likely to be successful compared to those outside a cluster. Presence of several companies within the same industry at the same place creates a number of spill-over effects, for example in terms of knowledge sharing, use of research-based knowledge as well as access to highly skilled labour.

The ability to see competitors as partners and create strong networks is central to advancing more innovative solutions from the cleantech industry.

The business networks aim to introduce businesses that work within the same fields as each other and to provide them with the benefits of being part of a cluster including access to a pool of tacit knowledge.

Cutting edge cleantech companies need the latest and most specialised research to stay ahead and the research institutions need a close link to the industry to stay in touch with market trends and product partnerships. The Research-To-Business project aims at facilitating this interdependent need for sharing knowledge.

Responsible partner

Copenhagen Capacity

Research-To-Business

Increased interaction between knowledge institutions and the industry can increase the proportion of research developed into actual products. The new technological and commercial opportunities that businesses gain from the relationship will enhance their global competitiveness and growth potential.

Whether companies need a continuous dialogue with research institutes or a full scale partnership this initiative aims to bridge the gap between research institutes and companies.
The goal for the matchmaking activities is to develop innovative partnerships between researchers and companies, which build on existing competencies within the companies. The specific themes and framework for the matchmaking activities are planned and implemented in close dialogue with the relevant stakeholders.

Responsible partners

Risø DTU, Scion DTU and University of Copenhagen