Smart City Accelerator
WATT Factory runs a unique Smart City Accelerator.
Unfortunately the 2020 Programme was cancelled due to COVID-19.
No worries though, we are working hard on a plan for 2021.
The ultimate goal will still be plain and simple: making your startup scalable and investor-ready!
Keep an eye on our social media for more information.
WATT you see is WATT you get
Learn
During in-depth workshops by Vlerick Business School.
Work
At your flex desk and mingle with the WATT Factory community.
Develop
The right go-to-market strategy with your private mentor.
Accelerate
Your growth driven by a scalable business model.
Network
With experienced entrepreneurs and like-minded peers.
Create
By exploring the most promising business opportunities with our corporate partners.
Shine
At our Showcase closing event with your perfect pitch to potential investors.
YEAH… another Accelerator Programme?
But
WATT sets us apart?
SMART
The
only startup accelerator with a sole focus on Smart Mobility, Energy and Buildings.
Supported by corporate partners with the same vertical focus, such as EDF Luminus, ABB and TomTom.
No ideation but acceleration to achieve a scalable business model and become investor-ready – in just 6 months.
Content contribution and coordination by Vlerick Business School.
Our Focus
Smart Mobility
Solutions
that help improve the efficiency, accessibility, safety and quality of
transportation of people and goods.
Smart Energy
Solutions
for cost-effective, sustainable and secure energy production, distribution and
consumption.
Smart Buildings
Solutions that turn buildings into living organisms: networked, intelligent, sensitive and adaptable
Key Facts
- 6-month programme (June-December 2019)
- Up to 15 startups
- Focus on Smart Mobility, Energy and Buildings
- About 15 in-depth workshops (supported by Vlerick Business School)
- Free access to our coworking space, The Beacon workspace (Antwerp) and Oh! Mechelen
- Private mentoring
- Open innovation with our corporate partners
- All-in 1750 EUR participation fee (no equity)
See also our mentors and gamechangers.
Criteria
- SMART: You are active in Smart Mobility, Energy or buildings.
- BEYOND IDEATION: You have at least a Proof of Concept (PoC), ideally a Minimum Viable Product (MVP).
- TRACTION: You already have initial commercial traction or validation.
- COMMITMENT: You commit to attending the entire programme.
Selection Process
- Submission of the initial application form (taking 1 minute of your time)
- Once preselected you will be asked to fill out a more comprehensive application form.
- First screening & selection by WATT Factory
- Pitching by the final candidates to our Selection Committee including WATT Factory partners and experts
- Final selection of up to 15 startups
Testimonials from our alumni
Ready to boost your business?
Call for applications
Startup selection
Start of Accelerator Programme
Start of Workshops and Mentoring
WATT Factory Showcase
Partners
Our accelerator programme would not be possible without our partners. They play a vital role in our Smart City ecosystem. In addition, our corporate partners will not only act as mentors, but explore business opportunities with the startups participating in the programme.
In collaboration with
Our strategic partners
Supporting partners
