{"id":11259,"date":"2026-06-04T08:19:23","date_gmt":"2026-06-04T08:19:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.innova-eu.net\/?p=11259"},"modified":"2026-06-04T08:35:07","modified_gmt":"2026-06-04T08:35:07","slug":"hard2scale-accelerator-programme-launches-open-call-for-cohort-2-startups-in-materials-resource-industries","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.innova-eu.net\/hard2scale-accelerator-programme-launches-open-call-for-cohort-2-startups-in-materials-resource-industries\/","title":{"rendered":"HARD2SCALE Accelerator Programme Launches Open Call for Cohort 2 Startups in Materials &#038; Resource Industries"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The HARD2SCALE Accelerator Programme has officially launched its Open Call for Cohort 2, inviting startups and SMEs developing innovative solutions for the Materials &amp; Resource Industries to apply for one of Europe&#8217;s most ambitious industrial innovation support programmes.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As a partner in the HARD2SCALE project, INNOVA is proud to support the next generation of innovators addressing critical challenges facing Europe&#8217;s heavy industries and resource-intensive sectors.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Supporting the Industrial Transition<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Materials and resource industries are fundamental to Europe&#8217;s economy, yet they face increasing pressure to decarbonize operations, improve resource efficiency, embrace circular economy principles, and remain globally competitive.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">HARD2SCALE was created to bridge the gap between innovative startups and industrial stakeholders, helping promising technologies move beyond early-stage development and into real-world industrial applications.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The second cohort focuses on startups and SMEs developing solutions for sectors including:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cement<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Steel<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Aluminium<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Glass<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pulp &amp; Paper<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Metals<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Advanced Materials<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The programme is particularly interested in innovations addressing:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Industrial decarbonisation<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Energy efficiency<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Circular economy solutions<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Resource recovery and recycling<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Advanced materials<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Industrial digitalisation<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Process optimisation<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Carbon monitoring and emissions management<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Regulatory and compliance support technologies<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><b>What Selected Startups Will Receive<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Participants selected for Cohort 2 will gain access to a comprehensive acceleration programme designed specifically for hard-to-abate industries. Benefits include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Industrial Validation Opportunities: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Startups will connect directly with industrial players and explore opportunities for pilot projects, testing, and validation in real operational environments.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Expert Mentoring:<\/b> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Participants will receive tailored support from industry experts, innovation specialists, investors, and business development professionals.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Investor Matchmaking: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The programme facilitates introductions to investors and funding opportunities aligned with industrial innovation and deep-tech ventures.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>International Visibility: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Startups will become part of a European innovation ecosystem and gain exposure through networking events, industry engagement activities, and project communications.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4><b>Apply for the Accelerator Programme here: <\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.f6s.com\/hard2scale\/connect\"><b>https:\/\/www.f6s.com\/hard2scale\/connect<\/b><\/a><b>\u00a0<\/b><\/h4>\n<h4>Read more: <a href=\"https:\/\/hard2scale.eu\/acceleration-programme\/\">https:\/\/hard2scale.eu\/acceleration-programme\/<\/a><\/h4>\n<h3><b>Join the HARD2SCALE Cohort 2 Info Day<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To help potential applicants better understand the programme and application process, HARD2SCALE is organizing an online Information Day.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Event Details<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\ud83d\udcc5 Date: 9 June 2026<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\ud83d\udd53 Time: 16:00 CET<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\ud83d\udcbb Format: Online<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">During this one-hour session, participants will gain:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A clear overview of the Cohort 2 scope and timeline<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Detailed information about eligibility requirements<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Insights into the support available for selected startups<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Guidance on preparing a strong application<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The opportunity to ask questions directly during a live Q&amp;A session<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><b>Register for the Info Day here:<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/us06web.zoom.us\/meeting\/register\/UTP3V0hcTMCbqKB-hjJ9CA#\/registration\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">https:\/\/us06web.zoom.us\/meeting\/register\/UTP3V0hcTMCbqKB-hjJ9CA#\/registration<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<h3><b>Apply Before the Deadline: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Applications for Cohort 2 are open until <\/span><b>21 June 2026<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/h3>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The HARD2SCALE Accelerator Programme has officially launched its Open Call for Cohort 2, inviting startups and SMEs developing innovative solutions for the Materials &amp; Resource Industries to apply for one of Europe&#8217;s most ambitious industrial innovation support programmes. 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