Our mission and goal
Scaling Innovation, Powering Transition
Running from July 2025 to December 2027, HARD2SCALE connects startups, investors, industry actors, and policymakers working on solutions for Energy-Intensive Industries (EIIs) and Hard-to-Abate (HtA) sectors across Europe, in close collaboration with EISMEA, Startup Europe, and regional innovation ecosystems.
Through a cross-border acceleration programme, a community platform, and policy engagement, HARD2SCALE supports 40 startups in becoming investment-ready, scaling across borders, and contributing to Europe’s green transition and industrial decarbonisation.
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Welcome to HARD2SCALE
Connecting Innovation, Industry and Opportunity Across Europe Welcome to the new Horizon Europe initiative designed to unlock the scaling potential of digital and deep-tech…








