Entrepreneurs and Start-ups

Innovate with Shell

For more than 100 years, Shell has been shaping the energy industry. Today we continue to invest in innovation and entrepreneurship, both inside and outside Shell.

In a time of rapid change, it is important to learn from others, make the most of our collective strengths and find the best ways of doing business. One way we do this is through our collaborative entrepreneurship and innovation programmes. Find out which programme is right for you by answering the questions in the programme navigator or scroll down for a complete overview.

Our programmes that aim to advance technology and support the energy transition

Shell Ventures

We make minority investments in companies with new technologies and disruptive business models that accelerate the power and mobility transformation.

Shell GameChanger

We work with start-ups on unproven early-stage ideas with the potential to impact the future of energy.

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Shell TechWorks

We are Shell鈥檚 Boston-based hub of technical experts leveraging decision science to drive disruptive innovation and make technology work for Shell.

Shell Research Alliance

Bringing together the brightest minds, we are a global network of research partnerships and collaborations aligned by a similar goal - to develop the technology of our near, medium and long-term energy futures.

Our programmes that promote broader entrepreneurship and innovation

Shell LiveWIRE

Started in 1982 and operational in 19 countries, we help local entrepreneurs turn their ideas into reality with a focus on sustainability and economic diversification.

Shell Startup Engine

We are a global innovation programme for early to mid-stage energy startups looking to develop their capabilities and power business growth within the smart energy landscape.