U-START
U-START is an incubator based in Berlin, Germany, focused on Pre-Seed and Seed startups in Climate & Energy, Manufacturing & Industrial, and Supply Chain & Logistics. This profile covers its focus and how founders can get in front of it in 2026.
U-START is Veolia Germanys new preseed startup accelerator in Berlin.
- Investment focus
- Climate & EnergyManufacturing & IndustrialSupply Chain & LogisticsImpact & Social Enterprise
- Investment stages
- Pre-SeedSeed
- Location
- Berlin, Germany
- Team size
- 10001+
- Portfolio companies
- 17+
About U-START
Veolia Germany initiated the U-START program in order to foster the cooperation with innovative startups in the fields of circular economy, climate protection and resource efficiency, and to reduce the time to enter the market with new concepts for a better world.
Veolia is dedicated to help your startup growing, giving you the opportunity to engage directly in a co-innovation partnership with the company. Depending on your individual needs and level of maturity they provide you different up-scaling opportunities: prototyping, testing facilities for your proof of concept, co-creation projects, access to their distribution channels etc.
Source: the organization's public company profile.
How to pitch U-START
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Round Funded. "U-START." Round Funded investor database, updated October 19, 2026.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does U-START invest in?
U-START focuses on Climate & Energy, Manufacturing & Industrial, Supply Chain & Logistics, and Impact & Social Enterprise. Match your sector and stage before reaching out, then find similar active investors on Round Funded.
What stage does U-START invest at?
U-START focuses on Pre-Seed and Seed rounds. Lead with traction that fits the stage when you reach out.
Where is U-START based?
U-START is based in Berlin, Germany. You can reach out from anywhere with a pitch that matches its focus.
How do I contact U-START?
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