That doesnt mean its time to start looking into the market for underground bunkers just yet.
This years winners will be revealed at TNWs Founders Day event in Amsterdam on June 17, 2020.
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Swappie (Finland)
What happens to our beloved phones when they die?
Some end up in the lost world that is the back of our junk drawer.
Its time to give your phone, or someone elses, a new life.
With a 12-month warranty and the latest technology, their platform ensures only high-quality phones make the cut.
The company is currently active in Finland, Sweden, and Italy.
Urban Volt (Ireland)
The consumer market for LED light bulbs is alive and well.
To help businesses transition to more sustainable lighting systems,Urban Voltcreated a simple straightforward proposition.
Through its online platform, homeowners can assess the solar potential of their roofs.
Otovo then helps them customize their panels for optimal sun ray exposure and aesthetics.
The company then takes care of installation and maintenance for a minimum of 25 years.
Otovo is now the Nordic regions leading total supplier of solar cells for individuals and businesses.
This is where Refurbed decided to wrap up the gap.
The company started in Austria and has gone on to take over the German-speaking market.
Not only do they refurbish phones, they also recycle laptops and tablets.
On top of that, they plant a tree each time they purchase a new gear to refurbish.
You cant get more eco-friendly than that.
TipTapp (Sweden)
Lets be honest.
How will I get it there?
Swedish basedTipTappis an app developed to solve exactly this problem.
Not to mention the fact that it made the list of TIME Magazines 100 best inventions in 2019.
Norwegian basedChoooseallows users to support climate change focused initiatives through subscription-based donations.
The service is also available for businesses.
Some of their partners include banking giant Santander, Thrive Market, and Telia.
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