Bridging Innovation Across Borders
We have invited six dynamic companies from the USA and Norway to participate in the upcoming WECP and ONS events. These companies are at the forefront of the green transition, offering innovative product solutions that are shaping a sustainable future.
In February, Pia and Christian visited Greentown Labs in Houston. They learned more about Greentown Labs' work and their mission to accelerate climatetech innovation and commercialization by empowering entrepreneurs and enabling collaboration. Driven by the incredible potential for transformative collaboration, Innovation Dock has partnered with Greentown Labs, Validé, Super Duper Ventures, and StartupLab. Supported by Equinor and Stavanger Business Region, we are excited to bring an important initiative to life.
Pia and Christian at Greentown Labs in Houston.
The three US Scale-Ups
CalWave is a scaleup with a vision to unlock the immense potential of ocean waves to secure a sustainable future. Calwave has deployed a successful pilot project off the coast of San Diego and is on track to connect its first utility grid-connected system off the Oregon coast in 2026.
Advanced Ionics have developed a green hydrogen platform that enables industrial hydrogen producers and users to achieve sustainability without compromising on profit. Their groundbreaking approach opens new possibilities for green hydrogen production, making it accessible and affordable in places where it was previously unviable.
The third Scale-Up visiting from the USA is CLS Wind. CLS Wind is leading the charge with their Innovative, game-changing solution for Installation and Maintenance of Wind Turbine Towers, Nacelles & Blades. Their innovative designs make it easier, faster, more economical and safer to install, maintain, and upgrade wind turbines—without the need for large capacity and long-reach, heavy-lift vessels.
The three Norwegian Scale-Ups
ZEG is a deep-tech company that provides technology for clean hydrogen production with integrated carbon capture. The ZEG technology addresses the energy trilemma by enabling affordable, sustainable, and reliable hydrogen production. ZEG’s mission is to realize efficient and clean hydrogen production, and they’re also working towards their vision of empowering the world with clean energy.
Renasys is committed to delivering innovative plug-and-play filtration and water management solutions that enhance water purity and energy efficiency. Their technologies not only filter water effectively but also reduce capital and operational costs, minimize chemical usage, and seamlessly integrate with carbon and operational costs, minimize chemical usage, and seamlessly integrate with carbon harvesting technologies to produce renewable energy and reduce ecological footprints.
Soundsensing specializes in smart monitoring systems that help property managers maintain and improve the efficiency of commercial buildings. Their technology leverages machine learning and sophisticated sound and vibration analysis to detect mechanical irregularities in building systems before they escalate into costly issues, thereby supporting sustainable practices in building management.