Incooling Wins KPMG’s Dutch Tech Innovator 2024 Competition
Eindhoven-based Incooling, known for innovative server cooling systems, wins KPMG’s Dutch Tech Innovator 2024 and will represent the Netherlands at the global finals in Lisbon on November 13, 2024.
Victory at Dutch Tech Innovator 2024
In a thrilling competition held on June 19, 2024, in Amstelveen, Incooling emerged as the winner of KPMG’s Dutch Tech Innovator 2024. The event, organized by KPMG Emerging Giants, aimed to identify and support the most promising startups in the Netherlands. Incooling, known for its groundbreaking server cooling systems, stood out among six finalists for its innovative approach and potential global impact.
Incooling’s Innovative Solution
Incooling, based in Eindhoven, has developed next-generation cooling solutions for servers, addressing the massive energy consumption of data centers worldwide. The startup’s technology utilizes a two-phase cooling system that significantly enhances efficiency. This innovation caught the attention of the jury, who praised Incooling’s vision and ability to make a lasting, positive impact on the world.
Global Recognition and Future Prospects
As the winner of the Dutch Tech Innovator 2024, Incooling will now represent the Netherlands in the Global Tech Innovator finals in Lisbon on November 13, 2024. This global competition, part of the Web Summit conference, will bring together the most promising startups from 24 countries. The winning company will receive coaching, media coverage, and networking opportunities, further propelling its growth and innovation.
CEO’s Statement and Jury’s Praise
Rudie Verweij, CEO and co-founder of Incooling, expressed his pride in the win, stating, ‘It is a great honor to win this award. All the pitches were of such a high level – seeing so much innovation and entrepreneurship makes me very proud of the Netherlands.’ Izzy Sayers, a judge and Lead Emerging Giants at KPMG Netherlands, highlighted Incooling’s groundbreaking approach and potential for global impact, stating, ‘Incooling stood out for its visionary approach and potential to make a lasting, positive impact on the world.’
The Competitive Edge
Incooling was also previously recognized for its innovative solutions, having won a Gerard & Anton Award in 2019. The startup successfully conducted a pilot project with ASML and plans to continue this collaboration. The Dutch Tech Innovator competition featured six startups, including tex.tracer, Firsty.app, Wave Energy Collective (Weco), Naq, and Tellet. Each startup presented its ideas to an audience of tech experts and a jury, showcasing the high level of innovation in the Netherlands.
Looking Forward
With its win at the Dutch Tech Innovator 2024, Incooling is set to make waves on the global stage. The upcoming Global Tech Innovator finals in Lisbon will be a significant opportunity for the startup to demonstrate its potential to a broader audience. As the tech world eagerly anticipates the finals, Incooling’s innovative solutions for server cooling systems are poised to make a significant impact on data center efficiency and sustainability worldwide.
Bronnen
- innovationorigins.com
- www.emerce.nl
- www.duurzaam-ondernemen.nl
- www.accountancyworld.nl
- aboutmedia.nl
- www.latvia.eu