Funding Opportunities for Companies in the Forest-Based Bioeconomy

Is your company ready to take the next step and scale up a solution in the forest bioeconomy? Right now, there are two European opportunities for startups, scaleups, and innovation projects seeking funding and investor contacts.

Through initiatives linked to the European Forest Institute, companies and organizations are given the opportunity to meet with international investors, experts, and financial stakeholders.


TechTour Forest Bioeconomy 2026
An investor event for startups and scaleups seeking capital and looking to meet international investors and companies. Selected companies will have the opportunity to pitch their solutions and participate in one-on-one meetings with potential investors and partners.

Target audience: Startups and scaleups (Seed+ to Series B) in the forest-based bioeconomy.

Application deadline: June 12, 2026

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Forest Bioeconomy Investment Accelerator 2026
A forum for companies, organizations, and projects that are ready to scale up and want to discuss financing options with the European Investment Bank Group and other investment experts.

The target audience includes small and medium-sized businesses, startups, scaleups, project developers, and public sector organizations with solutions that are ready for the next step.

Application deadline: June 19, 2026

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