For 20 years, PEXE and its members (networks, competitiveness clusters, professional associations) have been taking action on a daily basis:
by implementing support actions for eco-companies
by energizing the ecosystem
by creating spaces for exchanging best practices and high-value-added information where concrete action plans are developed on one hand; and collaborations that promote the development of the sector and strengthen its territorial roots on the other
All our actions are aimed at fostering the development of French eco-companies and accelerating the ecological and energy transition.
sourcing actions
targeted events
concrete studies
thematic professional directories
quality work to develop the sector
and collectively providing solutions for sustainable growth
PEXE is organized as a collaborative tool, bringing together strengths to serve the sector’s development.
events: the Forum, Ecotech meetings
the sector's digital portal: a true resource center
Ecotech directories: to give visibility to environmental and energy solutions
Ecotech practical guides: sharing information and best practices on various topics based on field feedback
Key Levers
Key Accounts / SME Relations
PEXE promotes the solutions of innovative SMEs and startups in the sector to major accounts and supports the fast development of high-potential SMEs.
How?
- Sourcing: contact us to set up actions tailored to your needs.
- Meetings are held to enable startups and SMEs to showcase their innovative solutions to key accounts.
- PEXE regularly organizes B2B meetings, offering valuable moments to discuss your project in more detail with an interested party.
- Awards and innovation showcases
Human Resources
PEXE has been working for several years in this key area to:
- Strengthen the appeal of SMEs in the sector;
- Support upskilling of startup and SME leaders on the topic;
- Understand the specific needs of eco-companies in terms of employment and skills (skills gaps, recruitment projects, gender balance, recruitment methods, etc.).
How?
- Management of the PEXE “Jobs & Skills” working group
- HR workshops are organized to provide you with key solutions on human resources topics.
- Explanatory guides are available on various topics:
International
Originally created to support the international growth of eco-companies, PEXE now aims to:
- Promote French expertise internationally
- Raise awareness among eco-companies about available tools and actors
- Support network upskilling and share best practices on internationalization
- Offer expertise and assist members and partners in European and international projects
How?
- Facilitation of PEXE’s International Working Group and publication of an international newsletter for members and partners
- Relay of relevant European and international opportunities for eco-companies and their networks
- Production of studies and key figures on the export orientation of eco-companies
Innovation
Innovation is at the heart of PEXE’s focus. It aims to:
- Promote collaborative research and tech transfer between labs and companies
- Organize a yearly national meeting with the innovation ecosystem
- Help startup and SME leaders understand the support and acceleration landscape
- Raise awareness on best practices in open innovation
How?
- During the Ecotech Meetings, several formats help eco-companies promote their innovations: B2B meetings with funders or local authorities, workshops providing key information on the sector and funding opportunities.
- During Innovation Showcases, eco-companies pitch their solutions to buyers — a perfect opportunity to highlight their business and projects.
Funding
PEXE works to:
- facilitate access to funding for companies and project leaders in the sector;
- improve clarity of funding opportunities;
- help startups and SMEs better target the right funding actors;
- raise awareness of fundraising and crowdfunding among startup and SME leaders.
With the following tools:
- Directories where eco-companies can register to increase visibility and be more easily found by potential clients.
- Meetings are held to allow startups and SMEs to present their innovative solutions to large clients.
