Congratulations! Estabanell has been recognized as one of the 10 most disruptive companies in Catalonia within the framework of the Catalonia Exponential Leaders program, promoted by ACCIÓ, the agency for business competitiveness of the Generalitat, for the creation of ERIA and Energy in the Cloud.
The recognition from ACCIÓ comes at a key moment for Estabanell, which celebrates 125 years of history this year, and is immersed in full transformation towards a more responsible, flexible and people-friendly energy model. The award highlights the creation of ERIA as a vehicle to connect with entrepreneurial talent and the future of the energy and technology sector.
ERIA: the gateway to open innovation
In 2024, ERIA, Estabanell’s corporate venturing vehicle, was born with the aim of leading the response to new challenges in the sector, facilitating collaboration with the startup ecosystem and promoting internal innovation. It is from this space that we explore, validate and accelerate disruptive technologies and solutions that can positively impact society.
To make this possible, we have structured our innovation activity into three complementary programs: on the one hand, the startup acceleration program – already in its second edition – and the Venture Client model, which allows us to act as the first client of new technologies through pilot tests; and, on the other, intrapreneurship, which drives internal ideas with results expected for October. With this mixed approach, we integrate external talent, validate emerging solutions and activate the innovative potential of our teams to generate real impact.
Innovation to transform the energy sector
In addition to ERIA, ACCIÓ has also recognized the creation of Energy in the Cloud , the Estabanell spin-off that allows for intelligent and efficient management of electricity distribution networks, both those of the group and those of third parties. A commitment to digitalization and service stability that contributes to facing the energy transition with guarantees.
A recognition that drives us to continue
During the seventh edition of Exponential Day, ACCIÓ has recognized the organizations that lead the transformation of their sectors through disruptive innovation, adaptability and commitment to sustainable development. With this distinction, Estabanell joins the Catalonia Exponential Leaders community, formed by companies committed to sustainable and impactful growth. At ERIA, we see this recognition as an impetus to continue collaborating with startups and ecosystem agents, and making our innovation vehicle a useful, open and transformative tool.
