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We held a series of masterclasses for startups to help maximize their time at VivaTech. Check out the top points to prep, pitch, and hack your VivaTech experience from our experts.

<img class="image_resized" style="width:50%;" src="https://storage.googleapis.com/cdn.vivatechnology.com/vt-prd/medias/image_812d16380b/image_812d16380b.png">Photo credit: VivaTechHow can I prepare in advance for an event like VivaTech? How long should I talk to other attendees? What are the insider tips for pitching like a master? Our masterclass series on June 1 covered all the answers to these questions and more.&nbsp;Ruben Uzan, Exhibitor Trainer at Trade Show Experts, explained how to stand out and thrive as an exhibiting startup at VivaTech.Lorenzo Croati, Co-founder of Startup Inside by Artefact, showed us how to find our inner rockstars and pitch with confidence.&nbsp;Let’s learn their tricks. &nbsp;<h2>Make the Most of Your Journey As An Exhibiting Startup</h2>From preparing in advance to engaging with attendees, we dive into Ruben Uzan’s top tips for exhibiting.&nbsp;<h3>Prepare, prepare, prepare.&nbsp;</h3>VivaTech is an investment. To make a good return on that investment it’s important to prepare as much as you can beforehand.“Exhibitors can expect to have about 5 solid business conversations every hour at VivaTech,” Uzan told us. To make sure you don’t miss the right people, create goals and targets before the event.Goals should be specific, such as finding 3 partners or recruiting 6 new hires so you can follow if you’re on track. Identify key individuals or groups to meet, such as press, existing clients, or new leads.&nbsp;&nbsp;<h3>Marketing &amp; Sales&nbsp;</h3>Effective marketing and sales strategies before, during, and after the event are crucial. Let your network know what’s happening at VivaTech with newsletters, social media, and press releases. “You could even invite prospective clients to VivaTech so you can offer demos of your product,” Uzan revealed.Once VivaTech is over it’s time to follow up with those leads. When is the best time? “2-3 days after the last day of VivaTech is the perfect time to reach out,” suggested Uzan. Enough time for people to return home, but not enough for them to forget you. If you haven’t gotten a response from this first message, reach out again after 2 weeks.&nbsp; &nbsp;<img class="image_resized" style="width:50%;" src="https://storage.googleapis.com/cdn.vivatechnology.com/vt-prd/medias/image_03eaeef170/image_03eaeef170.png">Startup Corner. Photo credit: VivaTech<h3>Booth Engagement</h3>While at your booth, you have to pick your conversations carefully. “A perfect conversation lasts about 5-8 minutes. You want a mix of quality and quantity. Exhibitors need to talk to enough people, or else it won’t be worth your time. But you also need to be talking to the right people. Which is why establishing your target audience beforehand is important,” said Uzan.What to do if an attendee won’t leave your booth? “Hand them a brochure. Tell them ‘I could talk about my product/service for hours, but you’ll find all the information you need here!’” he suggested.One final tip? “Write notes on the business cards you receive. Tomorrow, you won’t remember the 30 people you talked to today, but with a note, you can place them easier.”&nbsp;By implementing these strategies and guidelines, exhibiting startups can stand out, make meaningful connections, and thrive at VivaTech.Missed this masterclass? Watch the full Video on Demand&nbsp;<a href="https://events.vivatechnology.com/digital-startup-masterclass/session/5c04b525-edf3-ed11-907a-000d3a474dec/how-to-make-the-most-of-your-journey-at-vivatech-for-exhibiting-startups-">here</a>.&nbsp;<img class="image_resized" style="width:50%;" src="https://storage.googleapis.com/cdn.vivatechnology.com/vt-prd/medias/image_c9cdab6614/image_c9cdab6614.png">Pitch Studio at VivaTech. Photo credit: VivaTech<h2>How to Pitch Like a Rockstar</h2>From a pitch’s content to how to deliver it, let’s master startup pitching from Lorenzo Croati.&nbsp;<h3>Content of Pitch</h3>A pitch is a short and impactful presentation that aims to make the audience feel something, convince, retain attention, influence, and motivate.&nbsp;What people will remember from your presentation is derived from 20% verbal and 80% nonverbal elements. “People remember how you make them feel, if you were energetic or passionate about your subject,” Croati told us.&nbsp;To break down your pitch, separate it into 4 blocks:<ol><li>Explain how BIG the problem is that you are trying to solve.</li><li>Describe your solution. Give more information about your startup, or demo your product.</li><li>Clarify the feasibility of your solution. How will it come about financially, technically, legally, or environmentally?</li><li>Talk about the why. Tell your story and why you launched your startup, your vision, convictions, etc.</li></ol>“In between each of these 4 blocks, stop talking for 3 seconds,” Croati explained. “This will help you slow down and will allow the listener to digest information.”&nbsp;<h3>Writing the Pitch</h3>One minute of speech is equal to 120 words. “When writing the pitch, it should use positive language and avoid negative words except when describing the problem,” Croati suggested.&nbsp;Include precise metrics throughout the pitch and repeat them often so your listener retains them.&nbsp;For an event like VivaTech, create a presentation that is not overwhelming with excessive information. Focus on simple sentences and clear visuals. “You want to avoid a death by PowerPoint. It’s better to have a lot of slides with less text than a few slides with too much information,” Croati reminded.&nbsp; &nbsp;<h3>Form &amp; Rhythm</h3>Croati emphasized the importance of posture, energy, pauses, and smiles (PEPS) during presentations. “Incorporate non-verbal elements into your written pitch and practice them beforehand,” he said. Practice makes perfect.&nbsp;“Smiling can create mirror neurons,” he said “The listener will start smiling if you are smiling. It will make an impact and leave the listener with a positive impression of your pitch.”One final tip? “Get your listener to say yes multiple times throughout your pitch. They’ll be agreeing with you in the end,” Croati suggested.&nbsp;By following these techniques and guidelines, startups can enhance their pitching skills, captivate their audience, and deliver memorable presentations like rockstars.Missed this masterclass? Watch the full Video on Demand&nbsp;<a href="https://events.vivatechnology.com/digital-startup-masterclass/session/e36213b2-eff3-ed11-907a-000d3a474dec/how-to-pitch-like-a-rockstar-">here</a>.&nbsp;We can’t wait to see your new skills at work next week at VivaTech. See you there! &nbsp;

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Hack My VivaTech Experience: Masterclass Recap

Hack My VivaTech Experience

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The AfricaTech Awards are back! Check out the top nine startups selected for this year’s finals.

<img class="image_resized" style="width:50%;" src="https://storage.googleapis.com/cdn.vivatechnology.com/vt-prd/medias/image_0f07b67285/image_0f07b67285.png">Dr. Rasha Rady, COO of Chefaa, 2022 winner of the Health Tech category. Photo credit: VivaTech&nbsp;Africa's tech scene is booming with innovation. From clean-tech solutions addressing climate challenges to digital platforms expanding access to healthcare and financial services to underserved communities, startups across the continent are transforming industries and making a positive impact on society.&nbsp;While the African startup space is growing – 2022 was a record year for African startup funding – the continent received only&nbsp;<a href="https://news.crunchbase.com/venture/global-vc-funding-slide-q4-2022/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">1%</a> of the global venture capital. As each country's startup ecosystem expands and diversifies, fostering connections between startups and global investors is key to closing this funding gap.To spotlight companies that are driving innovation in Africa and help forge new cross-regional partnerships, VivaTech and the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.ifc.org/wps/wcm/connect/corp_ext_content/ifc_external_corporate_site/home">International Finance Corporation</a> (IFC) have teamed up for the second edition of the&nbsp;<a href="https://challenges.vivatechnology.com/en/challenges/africatech-awards">AfricaTech Awards</a>. Over 380 startups applied to seize the opportunity to pitch their solutions at VivaTech and win the award in one of the three sector categories –&nbsp;Climate Tech, sponsored by OCP and SiteGround;&nbsp;FinTech, sponsored by Cassava Technologies and Helios Investment Partners; and&nbsp;Health Tech.Today, VivaTech and IFC are proud to announce the nine startups – the top three in each category – that have been selected to advance in the competition and join VivaTech in Paris from June 14 to June 17, 2023. These startups are driving innovation and competitiveness in their sectors, opening new economic opportunities and improving the lives of millions of people across the continent. Get to know them: &nbsp;<h2>Climate Tech Finalists</h2><a href="http://www.buildkubik.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Kubik</a> turns hard-to-recycle plastic waste into low-cost, low-carbon building materials, which can be used to build more durable, affordable, and sustainable buildings. The Nairobi-based startup’s vision is to build dignity through clean and affordable living for all.<a href="https://kumuluswater.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Kumulus Water</a> designs, manufactures, and operates machines that replicate the dew phenomenon in nature to produce drinking water in an economical and sustainable way, using as sole resources solar power and the humidity in the air.<a href="https://www.oko.finance/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">OKO</a>&nbsp;is an insurtech startup that focuses on providing affordable and accessible crop insurance to smallholder farmers. By utilizing satellite imagery and mobile technology, OKO offers personalized insurance products that protect farmers against the financial risks associated with adverse weather conditions and crop failure. &nbsp;<h2>FinTech Finalists</h2><a href="https://asantefinancegroup.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Asante Financial Services Group</a> is a leading neo-bank that supports Africa's growth by providing financial services through fintech solutions to growing micro and small businesses in Kenya, Uganda, Nigeria, and Rwanda.<a href="https://www.bizao.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Bizao</a>&nbsp;is a pan-African payment hub helping companies accept any local payment methods in Africa. They currently cover 200 million end customers in 11 countries, having directly integrated 35 payment methods.<a href="https://www.curacel.co/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Curacel</a>&nbsp;makes it easier for insurers to distribute their products, automate their claims processes, and drive revenue growth by providing easy-to-use technology solutions that have been specifically designed to drive insurance inclusion across Africa. &nbsp;<h2>Health Tech Finalists</h2><a href="https://ilarahealth.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Ilara Health</a> is a Kenyan health-tech startup focused on improving access to essential medical diagnostics in underserved areas. The company’s goal is to build Africa’s leading tech-enabled primary care provider, delivering affordable, quality healthcare to Africa’s low- and middle-income demographics.<a href="https://mydawa.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">MyDawa</a> is an end-to-end digital healthcare solution offering a mobile and web platform that provides users access to telehealth consultations, lab concierge services, and at-home delivery of pharmaceutical and non-pharmaceutical products.<a href="https://www.waspito.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Waspito</a>&nbsp;is a&nbsp;platform that provides instant video consultations with doctors, mobile labs, and pharmacy services. These are all connected by a health social network where users can interact anonymously with doctors for reliable health information. &nbsp;<h2>Stay Tuned for the Winners</h2>These nine startups will have the opportunity to showcase their solutions at VivaTech 2023, gaining access to global investors and top executives in the tech industry. A panel of industry experts will select the winners, which will be announced on&nbsp;Thursday, June 15, 2023 at 5:30 PM on&nbsp;<a href="https://app.vivatechnology.com/session/942c57eb-94fd-ed11-907a-000d3a474dec/africatech-awards" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">VivaTech’s Stage One</a>.Attendees can visit the AfricaTech Lab during the 4 days of VivaTech to meet these startups in person. While there, don’t miss the AfricaTech Stage Program, created with the help of Silverbacks Holdings, which will be highlighting the brightest in African tech. &nbsp;

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Championing Africa’s Innovation: Meet the 2023 AfricaTech Awards Finalists

Championing Africa’s Innovation

A guide to thriving at Europe’s biggest startup and tech event this 14-17 June.

<img class="image_resized" style="width:75%;" src="https://storage.googleapis.com/cdn.vivatechnology.com/vt-prd/medias/image_c8ddbd717a/image_c8ddbd717a.png">Photo credit: VivaTechThere’s a lot to see and do this year at VivaTech 2023 – and we don’t want you to miss out on one minute of it. Our annual survival guide gathers everything you need to know for 4 amazing days in the heart of tech.&nbsp;<h2>#1 Download the VivaTech App</h2>This app will be your lifeline for 4 days. Keep your badge, contacts, and program in one place. Download it from the&nbsp;<a href="https://apps.apple.com/fr/app/vivatech/id1665258643">Apple</a>&nbsp;or&nbsp;<a href="https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.inwink.vivatech">Google Play</a>&nbsp;stores.&nbsp;<img class="image_resized" style="width:29.72%;" src="https://storage.googleapis.com/cdn.vivatechnology.com/vt-prd/medias/image_a0b908a622/image_a0b908a622.png"> &nbsp; &nbsp;<img class="image_resized" style="width:30.09%;" src="https://storage.googleapis.com/cdn.vivatechnology.com/vt-prd/medias/image_7e83dadecc/image_7e83dadecc.png">Get into the venue:Create an account and access your badge to get into VivaTech. You’ll be asked to scan it at the entrance.&nbsp;&nbsp;Make your own program:Discover who will take the spotlight on the VivaTech stages. Add sessions to your favorites to get notified when they begin and check out the sessions happening right now. &nbsp;Find your way on the map:All the exhibitors, stages, and innovations in one click. Find your way around the VivaTech Halls. &nbsp;Network:Get in touch with other attendees and jumpstart new business opportunities. Complete your profile and send contact requests to attendees with similar interests. &nbsp;Follow a Visitor Journey:Still need to prepare your visit? Looking for a curated list on one topic or sector? Check out our visitor journeys – your entry point to discovering the wealth of VivaTech 2023. Follow a journey to discover the hottest startups, leading companies, and top conferences surrounding one topic.Make your way through the worlds of DeepTech &amp; AI, Sustainability, AfricaTech, Sport Performance &amp; Competition, and more.&nbsp;Want to find the trends related to just your field? Dive into curated content for CMOs, CFOs, HR Officers, and more. &nbsp;<img class="image_resized" style="width:50%;" src="https://storage.googleapis.com/cdn.vivatechnology.com/vt-prd/medias/image_3b12f3ad83/image_3b12f3ad83.png">Photo credit: VivaTech<h2>#2 Plan Your Experience</h2>VivaTech can be overwhelming if you’re not aware of everything that’s happening. Don’t miss out on your favorite speaker or startup!Check out the full&nbsp;<a href="https://app.vivatechnology.com/sessions?searchtext=&amp;vivatechofficialsession=true&amp;page=1&amp;%24pagegroup=June%2014%2C%202023">Official Program</a> to meet our top speakers. See when they’ll be talking and on what stage.Visit the&nbsp;<a href="https://app.vivatechnology.com/partners">Exhibitor’s &amp; Startup’s List</a> to see who will be on the VivaTech floor. Filter by interests, sector of activity, or funding round to find the startups corresponding to your search.&nbsp;Want to be taken on a guided tour of VivaTech? Businesses can sign up for an&nbsp;<a href="https://vivatechnology.com/vivatech-explorer-tour">Explorer Tour</a> in advance. Designed to help attendees identify the key innovations shaping their industry, HUB Institute experts will lead up to 15 attendees on a 2-hour guided tour.&nbsp;<img class="image_resized" style="width:50%;" src="https://storage.googleapis.com/cdn.vivatechnology.com/vt-prd/medias/image_e7582be258/image_e7582be258.png">Photo credit: VivaTech<h2>#3 Where’s the Party?</h2>Don’t be late because you didn’t know where to park…&nbsp;&nbsp;<h3>VivaTech Hours:&nbsp;</h3>Wednesday, 14 June to Saturday, 17 June.&nbsp;9 AM – 6 PM every day. &nbsp;<h3>Address:&nbsp;</h3>Paris Expo Porte de Versailles in the 15th arrondissement of Paris.<a href="https://goo.gl/maps/cQsCXonoZp5RSCNKA">1 Place de la Porte de Versailles</a>,<a href="https://goo.gl/maps/cQsCXonoZp5RSCNKA">75015 Paris, France</a>The main entrance is at&nbsp;Door A1 or A2, where you’ll be asked for your pass and ID. Lines can be long right at opening times, so plan accordingly.&nbsp;<h3>How to get there:&nbsp;</h3>Airport transfer: Take advantage of our&nbsp;free&nbsp;shuttle service to and from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) Terminal 2 to VivaTech. Departures every 30 minutes.CDG → VivaTech<ul><li>14, 15, 16 June from 7:30 AM to 12:30 PM</li><li>17 June from 7:30 AM to 11:30 AM</li></ul>VivaTech → CDG&nbsp;<ul><li>14, 15, 16 June from 2:30 PM to 7 PM</li><li>17 June from 1:30 PM to 6:30 PM &nbsp;</li></ul>Public transport: Paris is one of the most connected cities in Europe. Take advantage of it’s expanse transportation system. Get off at the stop “Porte de Versailles”.&nbsp;<ul><li>Underground metro: Line 12</li><li>Tramway: Lines T2 or T3A</li><li>Bus: Lines 39 or 80</li></ul>&nbsp;Taxi / Car: If arriving by taxi, use the address listed above. If you are driving and need parking, there are three parking lots nearby:<ul><li>Onepark - Parking Vanves:&nbsp;<a href="https://goo.gl/maps/jteYvkQAAd2ooyAWA">36-38 Rue du Moulin, 92170 Vanves</a></li><li>Parking VIP - Paris Expo Porte de Versailles:&nbsp;<a href="https://goo.gl/maps/ajvWwhLRB8pn1dn97">Ave de la Porte de la Plaine, 75015 Paris</a></li><li>Parking 1 Paris Expo Porte de Versailles:&nbsp;<a href="https://goo.gl/maps/wk59Mm4qeWsBr4L19">2 Rue d'Oradour-sur-Glane, 92130 Issy-les-Moulineaux</a> &nbsp;</li></ul><img class="image_resized" style="width:50%;" src="https://storage.googleapis.com/cdn.vivatechnology.com/vt-prd/medias/image_3e87e59e56/image_3e87e59e56.png">Photo credit: VivaTech<h2>#4 What Should I Bring?</h2>Don’t forget&nbsp;your ID, as it will be asked for at the entry to verify your identity.&nbsp;VivaTech is happening in 2 Halls of the expo center, meaning there is a lot of ground to cover. One of the biggest tips we hear from attendees is to wear&nbsp;comfortable shoes! Leave those heels at home, ladies.&nbsp;Essentials you should have in your bag? A&nbsp;water bottle. There are refilling stations around the VivaTech Halls. An&nbsp;extra charger or battery pack. Long days of using the VivaTech app or networking can drain your phone battery.&nbsp;Business cards, to meet with your connections after VivaTech is over.&nbsp; &nbsp;<img class="image_resized" style="width:50%;" src="https://storage.googleapis.com/cdn.vivatechnology.com/vt-prd/medias/image_81e7d0cd22/image_81e7d0cd22.png">Photo credit: VivaTech<h2>#5 On-Site Experience</h2>Leave your luggageLuggage can’t come into VivaTech with you, but smaller bags like backpacks and briefcases are welcome and will be checked at the entrance. There will be a luggage check outside Door A2 for the jet setters who have just arrived.&nbsp;Get OrientedOnce inside, use the VivaTech app to get orientated with your surroundings.If you need help, head to the&nbsp;Grand Central at the heart of VivaTech for information, locations, guides, conference schedule, app help, and more. &nbsp;Get ConnectedConnect to our attendee Wi-Fi network for free. Use the network “VT23-VISITORS” once inside the expo center, no password needed. &nbsp;What’s for lunch?There is an array of restaurants and catering around the VivaTech Halls to make sure our attendees are fueled up and ready for the day.&nbsp;The restaurant L’Opéra in Hall 1 is by reservation only on Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday. Make a reservation before 8 June&nbsp;<a href="https://www.fleurdemets.fr/">here</a>!Outside the VivaTech doors of Hall 1 is a Food Court made up of 11 restaurants and an alley of 10 food trucks to purchase your lunch and drinks. From French sandwiches to Lebanese, Thai, or Italian cuisine, there is a little something for everyone.Don’t have time to queue? Skip the lines like the VIP you are. Scan the Sunday QR code you’ll find around the VivaTech floor, order the items of your choice from the Food Court, and pay in one click. Pick it up when it’s ready, no queueing required. Scan. Order. Pay. Eat.&nbsp; &nbsp;Side EventsVivaTech is more than 2 Halls at Porte de Versailles. It’s also a lineup of side events happening throughout Paris. From dinners and cocktail hours to late-night parties and pub crawls, there is sure to be an event that fits your busy VivaTech schedule. Check out all the&nbsp;<a href="https://app.vivatechnology.com/content/side-events-list?searchtext=&amp;page=1&amp;%24pagegroup=2023-06-12">Side Events</a> for more info. &nbsp;More questions?If any of your questions weren’t answered, head to our&nbsp;<a href="https://intercom.help/viva-technology/en">FAQ page</a>.&nbsp;Now it’s time to enjoy VivaTech 2023. We can’t wait to see you!Follow us on social media to stay up to date on program announcements on&nbsp;<a href="https://twitter.com/VivaTech">Twitter</a>,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.instagram.com/vivatech/">Instagram</a>, &amp;&nbsp;<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/viva-technology/">LinkedIn</a>. &nbsp;

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VivaTech 2023 Survival Guide

2023 Survival Guide

The Imperative of a Scientific and Technologically-Enabled Approach to Address Climate Challenges.

<img class="image_resized" style="width:75%;" src="https://storage.googleapis.com/cdn.vivatechnology.com/vt-prd/medias/image_5387258493/image_5387258493.png">Photo credit: Philipp DeusPartner content from&nbsp;<a href="https://www.axionable.com/en/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Axionable</a>.Greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, mainly carbon dioxide (CO2), have soared to unprecedented levels, triggering accelerated global warming and inflicting catastrophic outcomes on our planet. In 2022, global GHG emissions from energy sources surged to an all-time high of 36.8 billion tons, as reported by the International Energy Agency (IEA). This represents an increase of approximately 1% compared to 2021 and is more than 50% above pre-industrial levels. According to the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) report released in March 2023, the Earth is projected to experience a temperature increase of 1.5°C above pre-industrial levels as early as 2030, irrespective of immediate actions taken to reduce global GHG&nbsp;emissions.The anthropogenic nature of climate change is now acknowledged by the global scientific community, resulting from unsustainable trends in energy, land use, consumption, production, and lifestyles. The scientific community estimated in May 2022 that six out of the nine planetary boundaries had been breached.The first crucial step, then, is to understand the impact of our activities on GHG emissions. Whether at an individual, community, or industrial level, we must assess and quantify our emissions. This involves collecting accurate and comprehensive data on our consumption patterns, production methods, and energy choices.In the context of assessing GHG emissions for a company, it is equally crucial to adopt a comprehensive and exhaustive approach by collecting all activity data throughout the value chain, from upstream to downstream. These activity data, such as consumed kWh, transported tonnage, euros spent, etc., are then multiplied by coefficients known as emission factors. Emission factors are key in converting activity data into GHG emissions and are calculated using technical studies, often based on life cycle assessments, which evaluate the environmental impact of an activity or product and determine the quantity of emitted GHGs.Thus, two approaches are possible for conducting the assessment of an organization's GHG emissions:<ul><li>The monetary flow approach: activity data consists of financial data (in euros, dollars, pounds, etc.), which are converted into GHG emissions (in t CO2eq) using emission factors called monetary ratios (expressed, for example, as kg CO2eq/€).</li><li>The physical flow approach: activity data consists of physical or "real" data (kilometers, kilowatt-hours, kilograms, etc.), which are converted into GHG emissions (in t CO2eq) using physical emission factors (expressed in kg CO2eq/physical unit), whether they are secondary emission factors (industry averages) or primary emission factors (directly from the supplier for a specific product).</li></ul>Today, many companies rely primarily on monetary ratios to assess their GHG emissions. Unfortunately, although this approach is quick, it has significant limitations. It fails to enable the identification of relevant reduction actions, especially for major categories such as indirect emissions (scope 3). Furthermore, the monetary approach is sensitive to external variations unrelated to company activities, such as price fluctuations and inflation, and lacks precision due to the use of ambiguous and highly uncertain emission factors. For instance, the ADEME Footprint Database exhibits a high uncertainty of nearly 80% for most monetary ratios, thus warning the user about the low reliability of the displayed value.The physical approach remains the best method for obtaining accurate and reliable carbon assessments and pursuing a realistic and effective decarbonization strategy. However, collecting physical data, particularly from suppliers, can be complex. It adds a significant burden in terms of time and costs to the GHG emissions inventory process. In this context, companies must prioritize data collection and choose the most appropriate calculation method to achieve their objectives.Fortunately, new technological solutions are emerging in the market and can assist organizations in carbon accounting, data collection, data validation, and carbon footprint assessment. These solutions can ingest data or directly connect to a company's information systems that handle physical data, such as procurement software, supply chain management systems, IT services, employee mobility management, etc. Additionally, they can automate the distribution of surveys to numerous internal and external data contributors, simplifying the GHG accounting process.To delve deeper into this GHG inventory method and its relevance, and illustrate it with concrete examples, come meet with the Axionable team at their booth during VivaTech!&nbsp;<a href="https://app.vivatechnology.com/partner/3d6246d3-b4f4-ed11-907a-000d3a474dec/axionable" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Booth L25-004</a> &nbsp;This article was written by: Imène Boumghar @<a href="https://www.axionable.com/en/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Axionable</a>Questions? Reach out to the author:&nbsp;<a href="mailto:imene.boumghar@axionable.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">imene.boumghar@axionable.com</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;Axionable supports financial institutions, industrial players, and public sector actors in measuring and reducing their carbon footprint. &nbsp;

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Enhancing Greenhouse Gas Emissions Inventory

10 Energy & Climate Tech Speakers

<figure class="image image_resized image-style-align-center" style="width:75%;"><img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/cdn.vivatechnology.com/vt-prd/medias/ENERGYCLIMATETECHSPEAKERSNL_a6df701d1e/ENERGYCLIMATETECHSPEAKERSNL_a6df701d1e.jpg"></figure>Photo credit: VivaTechVivaTech is only 3 weeks away! With over 450 speakers about to grace our stages, deciding who to see is hard. We’ve made a selection of Energy and Climate Tech speakers that you won’t want to miss.Curious about the speakers talking about other inspiring subjects? Check out our full program&nbsp;<a href="https://app.vivatechnology.com/sessions?searchtext=&amp;vivatechofficialsession=true&amp;page=1&amp;%24pagegroup=June%2014%2C%202023" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">here</a>.Let’s meet these sustainability experts. &nbsp;<img class="image_resized" style="width:50%;" src="https://storage.googleapis.com/cdn.vivatechnology.com/vt-prd/medias/image_c0eff1153a/image_c0eff1153a.png"><h2>Ann Mettler, Vice President, Europe, Breakthrough Energy&nbsp;</h2><a href="https://app.vivatechnology.com/speaker/cc7f1c22-b6de-ed11-8e89-000d3a4a8203/ann-mettler" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Ann</a>’s career started at the World Economic Forum where she led the Europe department. After setting up her own think tank, and running it for more than a decade, she then served as Director-General at the European Commission. She’s now the Vice President, Europe at Breakthrough Energy.At Breakthrough Energy – an organization founded by Bill Gates in 2015 – Ann is working with European partners to accelerate cleantech innovation in the pursuit of climate neutrality and net-zero emissions.&nbsp;Catch her talk “<a href="https://app.vivatechnology.com/session/7232ece9-48c7-ed11-9f73-6045bd8890e4/europe-s-energy-from-crisis-to-catalyst-" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Europe’s Energy: From Crisis to Catalyst</a>” on 14 June at 10 AM on Stage 2.&nbsp;<img class="image_resized" style="width:50%;" src="https://storage.googleapis.com/cdn.vivatechnology.com/vt-prd/medias/image_e4252117bf/image_e4252117bf.png"><h2>Kim Budil, Director, Lawrence Livermore’s National Laboratory&nbsp;</h2><a href="https://app.vivatechnology.com/speaker/2e224bb8-75ac-ed11-994c-000d3a469307/kimberly-budil" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Kim</a> has more than three decades of experience across Lawrence Livermore’s National Laboratory’s scientific and national security programs.&nbsp;LLNL's mission is to strengthen national security by developing and applying cutting-edge science, technology, and engineering that respond to scientific issues of national importance. In December 2022, the LLNL’s facility achieved a major milestone in laser nuclear fusion by producing more energy than was spent in reaching fusion – a source of potentially unlimited clean energy.Catch her talk “<a href="https://app.vivatechnology.com/session/e3d6ba0a-d3ef-ed11-907a-000d3a474dec/nuclear-fusion-journey-to-ignition" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Nuclear Fusion: Journey to Ignition</a>” on 14 June at 12:45 PM on Stage 2&nbsp;<img class="image_resized" style="width:50%;" src="https://storage.googleapis.com/cdn.vivatechnology.com/vt-prd/medias/image_a0e94b0dbf/image_a0e94b0dbf.png"><h2>John Jung, President, Energy Vault</h2><a href="https://app.vivatechnology.com/speaker/aab942d8-76d4-ed11-9f74-000d3a2dcd55/john-jung" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">John</a> is an accomplished entrepreneur and energy expert, with experience managing companies at C-level and founding his own startups in the energy sector. He is currently the President of Energy Vault Solutions.&nbsp;Energy Vault develops and deploys utility-scale energy storage solutions designed to transform the world's approach to sustainable energy storage. These solutions include proprietary gravity-based storage, battery storage, and green hydrogen energy storage technologies.Catch his talk “<a href="https://app.vivatechnology.com/session/603a5e09-ceef-ed11-907a-000d3a474dec/lasting-power-the-future-of-batteries" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Lasting Power: The Future of Batteries</a>” on 15 June at 4 PM on Stage 2.&nbsp; &nbsp;<img class="image_resized" style="width:50%;" src="https://storage.googleapis.com/cdn.vivatechnology.com/vt-prd/medias/ninnagranucci_40777c8404/ninnagranucci_40777c8404.jfif"><h2>Ninna Granucci, CEO, Green Spot Technologies&nbsp;</h2><a href="https://app.vivatechnology.com/speaker/e27d2420-f9f2-ed11-907a-000d3a474dec/ninna-granucci" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Ninna</a> moved from Brazil to New Zealand and then to France to develop a company able to challenge the Food-Waste paradigm. Food waste is not only a major environmental problem, but also a missed opportunity for innovation, creativity, and social impact. Ninna founded Green Spot Technologies to do just that.&nbsp;Green Sport Technologies transforms plant-based side streams into highly nutritious powder, without any additional feedstock and generates water vapor as the only waste product in the process. Peels, seeds, and pulp no longer have to go to the landfill, they can be used as powerful nutrients.Catch her talk “<a href="https://app.vivatechnology.com/session/606fa766-ccef-ed11-907a-000d3a474dec/food-from-waste-to-opportunity-" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Food: From Waste to Opportunity</a>” on 15 June at 10 AM on Stage 2. &nbsp;<img class="image_resized" style="width:50%;" src="https://storage.googleapis.com/cdn.vivatechnology.com/vt-prd/medias/image_0f07a70fbf/image_0f07a70fbf.png"><h2>Eva Gouwens, CEO, Fairphone&nbsp;</h2>After 18 years of experience in the consumer goods business,&nbsp;<a href="https://app.vivatechnology.com/speaker/c6ee05c0-a1b2-ed11-994c-000d3a469307/eva-gouwens" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Eva</a> joined Fairphone at the end of 2017 and took over as CEO in 2018. She brings her natural ability to inspire and empower people and transform Fairphone’s impact goals and strategy into actions.&nbsp;Fairphone builds sustainable, modular smartphones. By enabling simple DIY repairs, replaceable parts, module upgrades, and comprehensive software support, customers can use and enjoy their phones far beyond the average 2-3 years.Catch her talk “<a href="https://app.vivatechnology.com/session/28c89e5b-39c7-ed11-9f73-6045bd8890e4/reaching-a-circular-economy-sustainable-by-design" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Reaching a Circular Economy: Sustainable by Design</a>” on 15 June at 2 PM on Stage 2. &nbsp;<img class="image_resized" style="width:50%;" src="https://storage.googleapis.com/cdn.vivatechnology.com/vt-prd/medias/image_1544a8e42b/image_1544a8e42b.png"><h2>Martin Edlund, CEO, Minesto&nbsp;</h2><a href="https://app.vivatechnology.com/speaker/3254a847-e6a2-ed11-994c-000d3a469307/martin-edlund" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Martin</a> has for the last 20 years combined management consulting and strategy research collaboration with world-class technology companies such as ABB, GE, LM Ericsson, and SKF. He now leads Minesto’s company commercialization strategy.Minesto is a world-leading marine energy technology developer with the mission to minimize the global carbon footprint of the energy industry by enabling commercial clean energy production from tidal streams and ocean currents.Catch his talk&nbsp;<a href="https://app.vivatechnology.com/session/93ca5ee7-4ac7-ed11-9f73-6045bd8890e4/scaling-up-renewables" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">“Scaling Up Renewables”</a> on 15 June at 5:15 PM on Stage 2. &nbsp;<img class="image_resized" style="width:50%;" src="https://storage.googleapis.com/cdn.vivatechnology.com/vt-prd/medias/image_8ba12a8279/image_8ba12a8279.png"><h2>Sophie Dembinski, Head of Policy and UK Market, Ecosia&nbsp;</h2><a href="https://app.vivatechnology.com/speaker/29c1a8eb-a8cc-ed11-9f73-000d3a46905b/sophie-dembinski" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Sophie</a> is Ecosia's Global Head of Public Policy &amp; Climate Action where she leads on tech and climate for one of the world's largest reforestation organizations and non-profit search engines. Ecosia is the search engine that plants trees with its ad revenue. Over 20 million users have helped plant over 150 million trees all over the world.She is an experienced international policy and regulatory expert, has authored a number of articles and op-eds, and is a psychological therapist and leadership coach.&nbsp;Catch her talk “<a href="https://app.vivatechnology.com/session/28c89e5b-39c7-ed11-9f73-6045bd8890e4/reaching-a-circular-economy-sustainable-by-design" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Reaching a Circular Economy: Sustainable by Design</a>” on 15 June at 2 PM on Stage 2. &nbsp;<img class="image_resized" style="width:50%;" src="https://storage.googleapis.com/cdn.vivatechnology.com/vt-prd/medias/image_44f16e026a/image_44f16e026a.png"><h2>Marie Castelli, Head of Public Affairs, Back Market&nbsp;</h2><a href="https://app.vivatechnology.com/speaker/def808f7-84ea-ed11-907a-000d3a474dec/marie-castelli" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Marie</a> has dedicated her career to building the right legislative framework for sustainability to thrive in Europe. After a first experience as a consultant, she spent almost 10 years working on the transition to electric mobility, first for Avere- France and then for Tesla.&nbsp;Convinced the economy's growth can match preserving the climate and our planet's resources, she decided to dedicate her expertise to the fight for a more circular economy. She has been heading the public affairs team of Back Market since 2021.Catch her talk “<a href="https://app.vivatechnology.com/session/28c89e5b-39c7-ed11-9f73-6045bd8890e4/reaching-a-circular-economy-sustainable-by-design" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Reaching a Circular Economy: Sustainable by Design</a>” on 15 June at 2 PM on Stage 2.&nbsp;<img class="image_resized" style="width:50%;" src="https://storage.googleapis.com/cdn.vivatechnology.com/vt-prd/medias/image_1fe744a904/image_1fe744a904.png"><h2>Sarah Lamaison, Co-founder &amp; CEO, Dioxycle&nbsp;</h2><a href="https://app.vivatechnology.com/speaker/28c46a17-0ac8-ed11-9f73-6045bd8890e4/sarah-lamaison" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Sarah</a> carried out post-doctoral and PhD studies in order to dive deeper into the development of new energy storage chemical solutions through CO2 reduction into hydrocarbons compounds. In 2021 she co-founded Dioxycle a deep tech startup researching CO2 conversion technologies.These breakthrough technologies convert CO2 emissions into valuable chemicals and fuels, profitably displacing fossil fuels. Dioxycle’s solutions are based on CO2 electrolysis and use only decarbonized electricity, emissions, and water to produce everyday carbon-based products.&nbsp;Catch her talk “<a href="https://app.vivatechnology.com/session/4002e892-cdef-ed11-907a-000d3a474dec/clean-atmosphere-can-we-decarbonize-earth-" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Clean Atmosphere: Can We Decarbonize Earth?</a>” on 15 June at 3 PM on Stage 2.&nbsp; &nbsp;<img class="image_resized" style="width:50%;" src="https://storage.googleapis.com/cdn.vivatechnology.com/vt-prd/medias/image_936c2e5ce6/image_936c2e5ce6.png"><h2>Zoe Berkery, COO, CleanCapital&nbsp;</h2><a href="https://app.vivatechnology.com/speaker/c864bcaf-13cf-ed11-9f74-000d3a2dcd55/zoe-berkery" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Zoe</a> is powering the development of solar energy through investment. CleanCapital is an industry-leading clean energy investment platform. Since 2015, they have worked to accelerate investment in distributed solar and storage assets to address the urgent threat of climate change.Prior to CleanCapital, Zoe’s passion for clean energy took her to Washington, D.C. to focus on public policy. She worked at the Business Council for Sustainable Energy, as well as at the White House Council on Environmental Quality (CEQ) in the Office of Federal Sustainability.&nbsp;Catch her talk&nbsp;<a href="https://app.vivatechnology.com/session/93ca5ee7-4ac7-ed11-9f73-6045bd8890e4/scaling-up-renewables" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">“Scaling Up Renewables”</a> on 15 June at 5:15 PM on Stage 2. &nbsp;These 10 speakers will step onto our VivaTech stages in just a few weeks to discuss, debate, and give insight into the technologies helping us live more sustainably.&nbsp;Come join in the conversation with the brightest minds in Energy and Climate Tech.&nbsp;Haven’t gotten your pass yet? Book your 2023 VivaTech pass&nbsp;<a href="https://vivatechnology.com/get-your-pass?ca=FPN4KESE">here</a>! &nbsp;

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10 Energy & Climate Tech Speakers Making Waves at VivaTech 2023

From unlocking the power of nuclear fusion to finding new solutions to capture greenhouse gasses, meet the leaders creating technologies helping us live more sustainably.

Women are building the future of Tech. The Female Founder Challenge champions leading startups and breakthrough innovations built by women. Discover this year’s top 6 finalists.

<img class="image_resized" style="width:50%;" src="https://storage.googleapis.com/cdn.vivatechnology.com/vt-prd/medias/image_6530e08e7f/image_6530e08e7f.png">Vanessa Counaert, <a href="https://challenges.vivatechnology.com/en/challenges/female-founder-challenge/pages/edition-2022?lang=en" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">2022 FFC winner.</a> Photo credit: VivaTechOnly&nbsp;<a href="https://techcrunch.com/2023/01/18/women-founded-startups-raised-1-9-of-all-vc-funds-in-2022-a-drop-from-2021/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">1.9%</a> of global VC funding went to all-female founding teams in 2022 – an unfortunate drop from 2021. While the underrepresentation of women in tech is no news flash, the stats are unimpressively low.To amplify female founders' voices and provide access to the resources, networks, and funding they need, VivaTech, in partnership with 50inTech, created the&nbsp;Female Founder Challenge. A challenge that champions leading startups and breakthrough innovations built by women.Back for another year to unlock a new pool of untapped women tech talent, the 2023 edition received over 400 applicants across 65 countries. On 27 April, this list was narrowed down to a pool of top 30. See who made the list&nbsp;<a href="https://challenges.vivatechnology.com/en/challenges/female-founder-challenge/pages/top-30?lang=en" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">here</a>.&nbsp;This week, we are proud to announce the top 6 women who have been selected to advance in the competition and join VivaTech in Paris from June 14 to 17.&nbsp;Let’s get to know them: &nbsp;<h2>Valeria Kogan, Founder &amp; CEO of Fermata</h2>Selected as one of Forbes 30 Under 30 in 2022, Valeria has a background in applied maths and has built her career in biotech and agritech, leading projects in innovative startups. A serial entrepreneur, Valeria founded both&nbsp;<a href="https://www.fermata.tech/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Fermata</a> and biotech firm Smartomica.&nbsp;Fermata provides computer vision solutions for farmers to reduce crop losses and significantly decrease the need for pesticide and chemical usage. &nbsp;<h2>Sandra Tobler, Co-Founder &amp; CEO of Futurae</h2>Sandra is a well-known figure in the Swiss Fintech industry, renowned for her visionary leadership and impactful work. Through&nbsp;<a href="https://www.futurae.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Futurae</a>, she has transformed access to services for millions, making it secure and easy.&nbsp;Cyber threats are increasing, fraud models are changing fast. There is a huge desire for more seamless customer interaction for web+apps, because more sensitive customer data are collected. Futurae is revolutionizing cybersecurity by addressing high support costs and the lack of flexible, user-centric solutions.&nbsp;<h2>Simisola Sobowale, Co-Founder &amp; COO of Instant Energy</h2>Starting her career as an engineer in Nigeria’s Defense Space Administration, Simisola decided to switch career lanes and jump into a sector she had developed a deep passion for: the energy sector. She joined&nbsp;<a href="https://instantenergy.com.ng/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Instant Energy</a> in 2021 as COO to help make energy accessible and affordable across Africa.Instant Energy offers an energy-as-a-service platform to simplify the process of clean energy access for the everyday consumer in emerging, underserved markets in Africa, making it easier for households and businesses to transition to clean energy.&nbsp;<h2>Zuzanna Stamirowska, Co-Founder &amp; CEO of Pathway</h2>Zuzanna’s entrepreneurial journey began when the idea for&nbsp;<a href="https://pathway.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Pathway</a> popped into her head one sunny morning in Chicago. After gathering an outstanding team of ex-Googlers, top programmers, and big tech professionals, she launched Pathway.&nbsp;Pathway’s team built a reactive data processing framework that lets users build elegant and ultra-powerful real-time data products that scale. Their first use cases are in logistics and supply chains.&nbsp;<h2>Léa Gillet, Co-Founder of Trace For Good</h2>Léa spent 3 years in Venture Capital and Investment Banking before embarking on her entrepreneurial path. Wanting to make ESG transformation accessible and easy to fashion brands with ambitious sustainable goals, Lea founded&nbsp;<a href="https://en.traceforgood.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Trace For Good</a>.&nbsp;&nbsp;The textile industry needs tools to aggregate and share reliable, standardized data. Trace For Good creates the IT bridges between brands, suppliers, and certifiers to make large-scale traceability possible and enable better social and environmental practices.&nbsp;<h2>Caroline Span, Co-Founder &amp; COO of Welcome Place</h2>Caroline has always held&nbsp;inclusion&nbsp;at the center of her career. Starting her career in politics to help defend ideas of social justice, then in culture to promote knowledge sharing, she eventually jumped into the tech world questioning how technology will impact our society. In 2022, she founded a new type of neobank.<a href="https://welcome.place/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Welcome Place</a> is a community-driven neobank for newcomers in Europe. They give simple access to banking services and facilitate peer-to-peer funding for immigrant communities.&nbsp;<h2>Don’t Miss the Finale</h2>The 6 Female Founder finalists will pitch their ideas on stage to a jury of top VCs and investors. The winner will earn a mentoring session with the CIO of Société Generale, a meeting with the VC jury, and a booth at VivaTech next year!<a href="https://vivatechnology.com/get-your-pass?ca=FPN4KESE" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Join us</a> in celebrating these impressive women who are breaking barriers and changing the face of tech! Get ready for the Female Founder Challenge Finale on&nbsp;16 June at 5PM on the VivaTech Main Stage.&nbsp; &nbsp;

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