At EDP, we foster collaboration and co-creation through partnership development with the ecosystem.

 

What we do
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Sourcing and delivery

Lead and support EDP business units in pilot projects with startups, with a focus on scaling solutions and identifying investment opportunities

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Innovation programs

Manage startup engagement programs to fast-track the incorporation of innovative solutions

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Partnership development

Co-creation through innovation partnerships with corporates, academia and accelerators

Innovation programs
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Energy starter
An open innovation program accelerating the energy transition through solutions in Future Grids, Renewable Energy & Hydrogen, and Client Solutions & Mobility.
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Free electrons
Scale up program that connects startups with the world’s leading energy utilities.

 

In addition to these, we also participate in several external programs:

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Highlighted projects 

Here is a showcase of standout projects born from our innovation ecosystem, highlighting impactful collaborations and groundbreaking solutions.

BladeBug - Inspeção e Manutenção de Turbinas Eólicas
Bladebug

This project uses advanced robotics to reduce costs, enhance safety, and improve wind turbine efficiency.

QELabs
QELabs

QELabs transforms solar panel inspections by using electroluminescence and drones for better asset monitoring and maintenance.

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IONATE’s HIT

EDP is testing IONATE's Hybrid Intelligent Transformer to enhance energy flow control and optimize the grid for renewables.