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Circular Finance Incubator
Investment-ready in 8 weeks
Circular business models - from Product-as-a-Service solutions to upcycling technologies - are key to building a sustainable economy. Yet they face a major challenge: traditional financing models are often still designed around linear growth and short-term exit cycles.
Many circular start-ups do not fit the standard criteria used by conventional investors. Our incubator helps you bridge this gap, so you can connect with the right investors and secure the funding needed to grow.
We support your circular start-up in identifying the right financing options and connect you with experts, venture capitalists, business angels, banks, grant providers and impact investors.
Key Dates & Timeline 2026
  • Application deadline: 13rd of September2026
  • Jury selection: 23rd of September
  • Day 1: Workshop on Ecosystem & Financing (Freiburg, Germany): 9th of October
  • Day 2: Practical Perspectives from Startups & Investors Workshop (Online): 10th of October
  • Day 3: Mentoring & Matchmaking Day (Basel, Switzerland): 20th of November
Programme
Day 1 Ecosystem & Financing
Day 2 Practical Perspectives
Day 3 Mentoring & Matchmaking
Morning
Financing presentation
Input on suitable investment sources & strategies
Discussions and Q&A with investors
Real-life insights & de-risking strategies from investors, grant providers, business angels, etc.
Optional City tour
Afternoon
Minimal Viable Ecosystem Workshop
Partnerships and funding sources
Discussions and Q&A with founders
Insights into successful fundraising rounds, including strategy, approach and communication.
Networking lunch Two 1-to-1 sessions with investors & mentors per startup
Benefits for Start-ups
Refinement of your circular financing strategy with the support of experienced circular economy founders and investors, as well as targeted support.
Benefits for Investors
Increase your visibility as a forward-looking partner for start-ups generating real impact. Take an active role in solving the sustainability issues that will define the next generation.
Have we sparked your interest?
My name is Claudio Herrmann and I am innovation consultant for startups at BadenCampus. I would be happy to answer any questions you may have. I look forward to hearing from you.
Do you want to know more?
I am Anja Nieveler, Research Associate at the University of Applied Sciences and Arts Northwestern Switzerland. Feel free to get in touch with any questions, I am happy to help!