EQT Foundation

EQT Foundation is looking to grant research focusing on developing solutions tackling methane emissions 📣 Applications are now open and we are seeking novel, technological frontier advancements for methane solutions in fields like agriculture, industry, and waste management. With grants ranging from €25K to €100K, this opportunity offers a simple, quick application process and decisions delivered within 21 days. Applications are open to global entries and remain open until November 8th. Apply now: https://lnkd.in/e2tapqUy More information about scope and eligibility can be found in the comments below. EQT Group

We’re thrilled to share our investment in Qarbotech, the winner of the EQT Impact Challenge Southeast Asia 🚀 Qarbotech is transforming agriculture with its carbon quantum dots designed to enhance photosynthesis. By mimicking chlorophyll, their innovative solution optimizes light absorption, accelerates plant growth, and boosts oxygen production—offering a sustainable, eco-friendly alternative to chemical fertilizers. We look forward to supporting their continued development and expansion into APAC! Read more: https://lnkd.in/gMzhYXhX

Tune in to watch the MIT Solve finals. Our CEO Cilia Holmes Indahl will be speaking in the opening plenary coming up next 🚀

EQT Foundation is heading to The Drop Conference! If you’re a founder building at the intersection of climate, impact and breakthrough science, we’d love to meet you. Reach out to Anjum Rangwala to set up a time to connect.  Plus, check out The Climate Brick workshop on September 16th - it's one to attend 🚀

The EQT Foundation was established by senior leaders at EQT Group to safeguard the values and give back to society building on EQT’s expertise. They formed the EQT Foundation Membership that governs the activities of the foundation and act as role models within the organization. Every year, the EQT Foundation Membership elects new members among senior leaders at EQT to join the group. Senior leaders at EQT who have shown a long-term commitment to EQT and the EQT Values are eligible candidates. A big welcome to Eric Liu, Alex Darden, Masoud Homayoun, Jean Salata who were elected to the Membership in 2023. And a big thank you to all of the members: Conni Jonsson, Christian Sinding, Lennart Blecher, Caspar Callerström, Per Franzen, Harry Klagsbrun, Thomas von Koch, Andreas Huber, Marcus Brennecke, Anders Misund, Fredrik Atting, Kristiaan N., Morten Hummelmose, James Yu, Paul De Rome, Åsa Riisberg, Jean Salata, Masoud Homayoun, Alex Darden, and Eric Liu, for their dedication and support in building the EQT Foundation. Download the full annual report here: https://lnkd.in/eQRUS64r

We're excited to share our Annual Report for 2023! Check out our story, discover the breakthrough solutions we've invested in, and read about research from recipients of science and systems shift grants. Follow this link to download the full report: https://lnkd.in/eQRUS64r

Hear our CEO, Cilia Holmes Indahl, speak alongside winner of the EQT Impact Challenge Southeast Asia, Chor Chee Hoe, on the Better Heroes Podcast by EY. Listen via the links below 👇 Spotify: https://lnkd.in/eQvUc_7N Apple Podcast: https://lnkd.in/eTnypXCs

Our CEO, Cilia Holmes Indahl, recently spoke to DealStreetAsia about how Asia is a region where there is growing interest in deploying capital for impact with numerous family offices, foundations and where climate issues have potential local impacts. Philanthropic organisations are developing in maturity of how they are driving impact. Cilia explained, “in the past, philanthropic organisations were trying to create as many jobs as possible. But now we’re moving into a world where they’re looking at the types of jobs being created, the sectors these jobs belong to, and whether these jobs are beneficial for the climate.” Read more: https://lnkd.in/eqRD3Cdd

Our grant for Barncancerfonden's project of integrating data with AI to simplify access to childhood cancer health data has secured further funding from the Ministry of Social Affairs, Sweden, allowing BCF to build their first prototype for their research. A big thank you to the 30 researchers who have worked together with EQT Foundation to test the feasibility of the project so that it is now ready to scale up. This progress in health data also brings forward obstacles that must be addressed to further research and develop efficient healthcare. 34 signatories, including Barncancerfonden, outlined the following: 1. The fragmented clinical research system hinders progress in healthcare; propose a national function to coordinate research infrastructures, enhancing research and healthcare involvement in new knowledge. 2. Unclear health data guidelines hinder regional data management, resulting in inconsistent patient benefits. A national framework with ethical, secure guidelines is needed to standardize data collection, use, and sharing, supporting the European health data regulation. 3. Today's ineffective knowledge management hampers quality care. Propose national governance to create a knowledge base and guidelines for implementation and follow-up, ensuring high-quality, efficient, and equitable care. Read the full report here (Swedish): https://lnkd.in/exQwwWGe Regeringskansliet, Socialdepartementet

⭐️ Day 25 - Code of Nature Developing a moss-based nutrient kit for revitalizing depleted soil, streamlining soil preparation for reforestation Soil degradation, a pressing global environmental challenge, impacts 40% of the Earth's soil, undermining efforts to revive forests and various ecosystems. This deterioration results in issues like soil erosion, contamination, and the seepage of heavy metals into groundwater. With the expanding scope of this devastation, there is an increasing urgency to advance soil remediation techniques. What if there was a way to facilitate rejuvenating soil to help with reforestation? Read more: https://lnkd.in/djNmcTxE #EQTFoundationHolidayHope  #25impactstartups