Empowering Tomorrow's Cities, Today.
COMPANY
Our Impact in Numbers
Meet Ours Mentors
Miguel Queimado
+15 years of exp as CEO and tech founder.
Built startups and managed large team with background in McKinsey & Investment Bank (M&A)
Rogério Campos
+10 years of experience working at McKinsey & Company, where he helped clients launch new businesses and products in Fintech and SME space
Vinck de Bragança
About 10 years of experience working with Open Innovation and Corporate Venture Building for companies such as Google, MasterCard, BTG Pactual, Itaú, BV, and others
Shannon Graybill
15 years of experience in manufacturing, finance, franchises and startups. Introduced Le Wagon coding school and implemented David Allen’s “Getting Things Done” methodology in Portugal
Our Verticals
Smart Cities Solutions
Mobility
Smart mobility solutions, including EV charging infrastructure, multimodal Mobility as a Service platforms, and AI-driven traffic management to reduce congestion and emissions.
Energy Management
Energy solutions, including real-time smart grid optimization, advanced energy storage technologies, and AI-driven IoT for efficient building energy management.
Logistics and Distribution
Efficient logistics solutions, including real-time route optimization, automated parcel lockers, and sustainable micro-warehousing.
Water and Air Quality
Innovative IoT and AI solutions for real-time air quality monitoring and water leak detection to enhance sustainability and efficiency
Waste Management
Smart waste solutions, including IoT-enabled bins for optimized collection and innovative recycling systems to enhance efficiency and citizen engagement.
Circular Economy
Sustainable solutions, including material reuse platforms to minimize waste and urban farming systems to boost local food production and reduce supply chain emissions.
+10K
Accelerated Startups
+3.5M€
Average Funding
100+
Successful Pilots
Access to experienced mentors across various fields to guide and accelerate startup growth.
Mentorship
Support with frameworks and workshops in product, business, marketing, finance, branding, and strategy.
Tools & Training
Direct connections to established companies, investors, and partners, creating real business opportunities.
Strategic Network
Access to a fully equipped workspace with internet, office supplies, and a fiscal address.
Equipped Office
What Will You Get
Who Are We Looking For
We’re searching for ambitious startups ready to transform the way cities operate and thrive.
Solution Fit
Your solution tackles critical urban issues like sustainability, mobility, or digital innovation.
Product Stage
You have at least a working prototype or initial market validation.
Scalability
Your solution is scalable and capable of creating significant change in urban ecosystems.
Uniqueness
Your product offers a clear and unique value compared to existing solutions.
Timeline
Follow the step-by-step journey of your startup’s growth, from solution validation to scaling success, with mentors and partners along the way.
Bootcamp
Bring ideas to life, uncover market opportunities, and craft solutions that tackle top-priority challenges head-on.
Training & Mentoring
Empower participants with expertise in branding, marketing, business models, finance, and funding strategies.
Product & Business Development
Design and accelerate the product, structure the business case, and prepare the pitch for investors and companies.
Pitch day & Matchmaking
Present and showcase the product evolution, connect with investors and companies, and engage in dynamic networking during the Pitch Day event.
About The Program
What Sets Us Apart
Our City 2.0 Incubation Program is an extension of Associação Acredita Portugal mission, focused on accelerating startups that tackle urban challenges.
By connecting innovative solutions with the right resources, mentors, and networks, we aim to build smarter, more sustainable cities while supporting the growth of entrepreneurial talent. Together, we’re shaping the future of Portugal and beyond.