Swiss sustainable companies: Unlocking the potential of Technology Fund loan guarantees

Abstract

The Technology Fund was established by the Swiss Confederation (FOEN/SFOE). After a thorough due diligence check, it grants loan guarantees to Swiss companies that measurably reduce CO2 emissions with their innovative products or services. At present, Technology Fund's customer portfolio consists of 90% of startups, but businesses of other sizes would also be eligible for these guarantees. The exact reason for the low interest from SMEs is unknown, and therefore the aim of this bachelor thesis is to identify a new segment for Technology Fund and to develop suggestions for a marketing approach.