The Vissing Foundation supports Danish startups transitioning from idea or concept to testing and real-world implementation. Funding is primarily aimed at activities that help develop, test, and commercialise new technologies.

In order to apply for the Vissing Foundation through Kitchen, KU Lighthouse or DTU Skylab, it’s a requirement that you have an active affiliation with one of the universities, as either an employee, researcher or as a student.

• Startups and spinouts working with alternative and/or renewable energy sources, ultimately helping society become less dependent on fossil fuels.
• Every stage of the process: from development to supply, storage, and reduction (e.g. CO₂) in both products and systems.
• Not only projects specifically focused on energy and climate, but also smart technological solutions that help reduce fossil fuel dependence and, in doing so, indirectly address society’s major challenges in these fields.

• Integrated solutions for managing energy, climate, environment, and biodiversity.
• Digital tools for optimizing energy use in production, transport, and construction.
• New forms of energy production such as biofuels, PtX, or CO₂ capture.
• Energy storage in batteries and other systems.
• Efficiency improvements in energy use for businesses and households.

To receive funding, your company must:

• Be based in Denmark.
• Have a CVR number (company registration number).
• Have a Danish bank account.

• Salaries for founders/owners (though funding may be granted for third-party contributions such as app development, technical testing, engineering support or lab work).
• Travel expenses (except travel expenses related to commercialisation, which may be covered).
• Course or conference fees.
• Study trips.
• Publication costs.
• Administrative expenses.