On March 25th, 2026, Rome Business School hosted one of the most anticipated events of the academic year: the RBS4Entrepreneurship Pitch Day. An inspiring afternoon of innovation, entrepreneurship, and networking, where seven selected start-ups pitched their ideas to a panel of experts, investors, and industry professionals.
Seven startups presented innovative solutions across various sectors: AbilityLY, BIFASE, ChefCode, La Mansarda, Novati AI, Sunomy, Tami. These projects showcased strong innovation across technology, healthcare, sustainability, arts, and AI.
The winner of the Pitch Day was Sunomy, recognized for its strong impact in the sustainability and circular economy sector.
Sunomy is a smart circular-economy platform that helps photovoltaic plant owners manage the full end-of-life process of solar panels, from evaluation to recycling and value recovery. By connecting owners with certified partners through a unified digital system, the platform transforms complex waste management procedures into transparent, compliant, and economically optimized workflows.
It stands out in the rapidly growing solar-waste sector by offering the first scalable, all-in-one solution addressing 92% of the market gap in disposal options—positioning itself as a key player in Europe’s transition to sustainable photovoltaic lifecycle management.
Startups were evaluated by a panel of experts from academia, entrepreneurship, and investment sectors. The evaluation criteria included:
The Pitch Day also served as a key opportunity for startups to connect with business angels, venture capitalists, and accelerators, receiving valuable feedback and exploring potential investment opportunities.
The RBS4Entrepreneurship Pitch Day continues to be a key event in the startup ecosystem. Sunomy’s victory highlights the growing importance of sustainability-driven innovation in shaping the future of entrepreneurship.
