Anaerobic Digestion Pioneer to Collaborate with Shimizu Corporation

It was the result of a reverse pitch in London, where 10 UK scaleups competed to solve Shimizu’s “net zero building” challenge, organised by the UK-APAC Tech Growth Programme, that helps fast-growing technology companies explore and secure trade opportunities in the Asia Pacific region.

At the start of the event, Shimizu representatives outlined their plans to work with UK tech companies to promote the corporation’s sustainable business strategy, Vision 2030. Each of the 10 companies – handpicked from leading UK tech startups focused on sustainability – then presented how their technology could support Shimizu’s vision, before taking part in a Q&A session.

Shimizu selected SEaB Energy as the winner because of its innovative, compact, easy-to-install anaerobic digestion systems housed in shipping containers. The systems are already being installed worldwide, both directly by SEaB Energy and through distribution and licensing agreements.

Sandra Sassow, CEO of SEaB Energy, said: “We are delighted that Shimizu has recognised the opportunity to add value by using sustainable energy and reducing CO2 emissions with our waste-to-energy technology.

“Our multi-sized platforms and the significant emission reductions they deliver will help Shimizu win new construction orders and further promote the use of electricity from renewable sources. This is in line with the corporation’s 2030 vision to create a sustainable society.”

Daisuke Kato, Head of Acceleration Group at NOVARE’s Shimizu site, said: “Our focus on sustainability is strong, particularly in Southeast Asia where we have a long history in construction. We were therefore delighted to explore the solutions offered by the UK-APAC Tech Growth Program reverse pitch.

“The event was incredibly informative and we were impressed by the advanced technologies and expertise demonstrated by UK companies in the field of net zero buildings. They highlighted that the UK’s sustainability efforts are several steps ahead of Japan, which is valuable knowledge as we work to close the gap in Asia Pacific. It was inspiring to see so many UK technology companies sharing our goals for a sustainable future in Asia Pacific.”

Jeremy Shaw, Head of the UK-APAC Tech Growth Program, said: “Initiatives like this are just some of the ways the program showcases the latest UK technology to potential customers and partners across the Asia Pacific region.

“We congratulate SEaB and the other participants and look forward to supporting them on the next stage of their APAC journey.”