The Innovation Award



The Drive to Zero Innovation Award reward the most promising solutions for decarbonized mobility each year.

A unique opportunity to have the value of your project recognized and to boost your visibility among an audience of buyers and public and private decision-makers, throughout the entire event, where the awards ceremony will take place!

How to Apply ?


- With a product: a product, service, or solution that has been brought to market for the first time within the 18 months preceding the event.
- With a project: an initiative that has already been implemented or tested in a French territory.

A panel of recognized experts will evaluate the most impactful submissions to help shape a low-carbon future.

When to Apply ?


Applications will open in the coming months.
A dedicated link will soon be available on this page, giving you access to the application platform where you can submit your application in just a few clicks.

Check back soon to discover the application process and participation details.


Innovation Awards Benefits


Winners of the Drive to Zero Innovation Awards benefit from enhanced visibility before, during, and after the event, showcasing their solutions to the entire low-carbon mobility ecosystem.

Before the event:


the innovation is presented on the trade show website and in communications addressed to participants. During Drive to Zero, the winners receive their trophy and enjoya dedicated spotlightincluding a video interview And specific signage at their stand.

After the event:


a communication campaign extends this visibility via social media, THE newsletters and the media Drive to Zero. 
The winners also receive a exclusive communication kit to highlight their distinction.
Finally, they benefit additional development opportunities, notably thanks to a preferential rate for the next edition of the show and to a visibility on the Graines de Boss network as well as invitations to investor networking events.

Graines de Boss 


The Innovation Award are organized in partnership with Graines de Boss. 
Graines de Boss has been a key player in innovation and support for French start-ups since 2004!
https://www.grainesdeboss.com/


The 3 Categories of the 2026 Innovation Awards

Infrastructure and development

Freight and logistics

People's mobility


The 2026 Innovation Awards Finalists

Waylibus – Human-Mob
An electric, pedal-assisted collective vehicle capable of transporting up to nine passengers for school transport, tourism, and local mobility applications.
VIKTOR – Sofrigam
A self-powered refrigeration unit for electric light commercial vehicles, using Coldway thermochemical technology to generate cooling without affecting the vehicle’s battery range.
Electric Oasis – Charging Without Civil Engineering Works
A modular, scalable EV charging infrastructure for corporate parking facilities that can be deployed without major civil engineering works.
Decade Energy – Integrated Depot Power Infrastructure
An integrated Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) combining energy storage, EV charging, and intelligent energy management to support the electrification of heavy-duty vehicle depots.
Kleuster 350 Cargo Bike
A robust professional cargo bike, co-developed with Renault Trucks, designed for intensive urban logistics operations.
Electric & Solar Aviation – INNOVAVIS
A two-seat electric and solar-powered aircraft project for light aviation, combining electric propulsion with onboard solar energy generation to deliver quieter, low-carbon air transport.


Save the date for 1 and 2 June 2027, 

for the 5th edition of Drive to Zero at Paris Expo Porte de Versailles !