Advancing

Japan’s climate

innovation ecosystem

In partnership with public and industry leaders, we support Japanese startups in scaling internationally.

Powering Japan’s climate startups to scale globally

New Energy Nexus launched its Japan activities in 2025 in partnership with JETRO (Japan External Trade Organization) to support Japanese sustainability startups in scaling globally. We collaborate with prefectural governments and industry partners to strengthen innovation ecosystems and advance decarbonization.

23

portfolio startups

10

strategic partners engaged

800

participants in ecosystem support programs and events

How we do it

As part of a global network operating across key clean energy markets, New Energy Nexus brings international expertise, cross-border programs, supporting climate innovation ecosystems worldwide.

Connecting ecosystems

Linking Japan’s regional innovation hubs with global investors, startups, and partners
Facilitating cross-border collaboration between public, private, and startup stakeholders

Enabling decarbonization

Supporting the development and deployment of solutions for high-emitting industries
Advancing practical pathways for industrial decarbonization and energy transition

Global expertise

Enabling startups to scale internationally and access new markets
Leveraging a global network to deliver cross-border programs and insights

Solutions
Spotlight

Atierra

Developing programmable microalgae cultivation systems that remove CO₂ and produce low-carbon feedstock oils for sustainable aviation fuel.

E-ThermoGentek

Converting and recovering low-temperature industrial waste heat into electricity using advanced thermoelectric tech.

Elephantech

Leveraging nanomaterials and precision printing technologies to advance next-generation electronics manufacturing.

Testimonials

“Thank you, NEW ENERGY NEXUS team, for your great support, especially your help with events and your continued engagement in our regular meetings. We truly appreciate your introductions to globally connected opportunities, and we look forward to working together again.”

Yuriko Iida, Chief Marketing Officer, Emulsion Flow Technologies

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“A big thank you to the NEW ENERGY NEXUS team for all your support throughout the program. The events and exhibitions you helped us with were a great boost, and the connections to your global network made a real difference for us. We look forward to continuing this partnership.”

Yoshihiko Saito, Global Sales Representative at Elephantech