From takeoff to transformation: flying fossil-free
The future of aviation with Erwin Koenraads (CFO Maeve Aerospace) and Matthijs Collard (co-founder of the E-Flight Academy)
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Can the future of aviation be clean, efficient, and fossil-free?
Aviation is one of the most challenging sectors to decarbonize. But new technologies - from electric aircraft to efficient, low-emission designs - are reshaping the industry faster than ever before.
For this special edition of Founders & Funders: Climate Conversations, we are taking you straight to the heart of innovation at Teuge Airport - home to E-Flight Academy, the world’s first electric flight school.
At Teuge Airport, you’ll not only hear from two pioneers shaping the future of clean aviation, but you’ll witness the next generation of sustainable aircraft with your own eyes.
✈️ Erwin Koenraads, CFO of Maeve Aerospace – developing a next-generation aircraft to cut aviation emissions at scale.
✈️ Matthijs Collard, co-founder of E-Flight Academy – the world’s first flight school operating fully electric aircraft, training the pilots of tomorrow on zero-emission planes.
Together, they will share their vision for the future of clean aviation, the technology breakthroughs making it possible, and the challenges that must be solved to make sustainable flight a reality.
During this evening, we’ll dive into:
The future of clean aviation – how electrification and next-generation aircrafts will transform regional and commercial air travel
Scaling sustainable flight – from training pilots on electric planes to bringing zero-emission aircrafts to the market
Entrepreneurial journeys – how Erwin and Matthijs are building the companies shaping tomorrow’s aviation industry
📆 Program
8:00 - 16:30 | Experience an E-Flight trial lesson (at your own expense)
16:30 – 17:00 | Welcome drinks & arrival
17:00 – 17:15 | Introduction by Carbon Equity
17:15 – 18:15 | Presentation and E-Deck tour by Matthijs Collard
18:15 – 19:00 | Presentation and Q&A by Erwin Koenraads
19:00 – 20:00 | Networking drinks & small bites
📍 Location: Teuge Airport, E-Deck Sky Lounge
🗣️ Language: English
🔔 Application required
Due to the intimate nature of the event, space is limited. We aim to create a high-quality, engaging setting where participants can contribute meaningfully and connect with like-minded peers. Applications will be reviewed before invitations are confirmed. We recommend signing up early.
