digEST #13: Unveiling Estonia's new green tech era
Dear e-Estonia community
We’re thrilled to share Estonia’s strides in green technology, blending cleantech, biotech, and AI.
Rannar Park explores how Estonia merges tradition with innovation for healthier, eco-friendly food.
Discover BugBox ’s innovative approach to global malnutrition through sustainable insect farming.
Learn about H2Electro ’s push in the green energy market with international partnerships.
Timbeter ’s digital tools are transforming the forestry sector for better efficiency and sustainability.
This month, we proudly celebrate the success of Estonia, Denmark, and Singapore as the top leaders in the 2024 United Nations e-government ranking, highlighting their significant advancements in digital governance and online services.
Also be sure to listen our podcast latest episode where we explore cleantech, biotech, and AI. Hear from experts like Kädi Ristkok , CEO of the Estonian Cleantech Association, Petri-Jaan Lahtvee, COO of ÄIO and Kristjan Variksoo, CTO of WasteLocker.
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Team e-Estonia
Green futures: cleantech, biotech and AI
In this episode, we delve into cleantech and sustainability with industry leaders. Kädi Ristkok, CEO of the Estonian Cleantech Association, highlights the need for scalable technologies to achieve climate neutrality by 2050. Petri-Jaan Lahtvee, COO of ÄIO, discusses biotechnological advancements in sustainable fats, while Kristjan Variksoo, CTO of Wastelocker, shares insights on AI technology for waste management and their expansion into the Middle East.
Lab to table - how food technology is reinventing our menu
Get introduced to Estonia's gastronomic evolution, where tradition meets innovation in the pursuit of healthier, more conscious food choices. Rannar Park, Business Development Manager for the e-Estonia Briefing Centre, explores the innovative solutions being developed by local companies produce sustainable alternatives to conventional ingredients, enhancing our dining experiences while reducing environmental impact.
Edible insects are the new beef: BugBox´s innovative approach to the global malnutrition crisis
BugBox is addressing global malnutrition by industrialising insect farming for sustainable protein production. Founded by CEO Erlend Sild, the company employs AI-powered technology to efficiently rear insects, creating a nutrient-dense protein powder suitable for everyday foods. With backing from Estonia’s innovative ecosystem, BugBox is set to scale its operations and promote insect protein as a sustainable solution to meet the growing global protein demand.
Unicorn alert: H2Electro aims to revolutionise hydrogen production
An Estonian company specialising in components for hydrogen production, is positioning itself for growth in the expanding green energy market. Led by CEO Henrik Hal, the company has secured partnerships in South Korea and is exploring opportunities with major players such as Hyundai and Toyota. With the hydrogen market expected to grow significantly in the coming years, H2Electro aims to establish itself as a leader in the sector.
Innovative digital measurement technologies: a leap towards sustainable forestry
Timbeter is transforming the forestry sector with its digital measurement technologies that enhance sustainability and operational efficiency. CEO Anna-Greta Tsahkna explains how their solutions improve compliance, reduce material use, and optimise logistics.
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