VivaTech For Change

Technology is a powerful engine for change, and we are committed to driving initiatives
that turn its potential into progress.

#VivaTech4Change embodies our vision for a better future, driven by technology. Focused on four pillars—reducing our environmental footprint, fostering inclusion and diversity in tech, driving education and action for change, and creating a healthy workplace—we aim to lead by example in building a sustainable, equitable future.

01.
Reduce our environmental footprint
02.
Foster inclusion & diversity in the tech sector
03.
Engage, educate, and act as a tool for change
04.
Create a healthy & fulfilling workplace

Reduce our environmental footprint

VivaTech is committed to sustainability through eco-design, circular production, clean mobility, and innovative tools, all driving our goal to reduce our carbon footprint by 2030.

Commitment to Reducing Our Carbon Footprint

VivaTech calculates the carbon footprint of both the company and the event, and has established a roadmap to reduce its environmental impact by 2030.

50% OF DISHES OFFERED WERE VEGETARIAN

and no beef across food courts, catering services, and partner receptions.

Foster inclusion & diversity in the tech sector

VivaTech champions diversity by amplifying underrepresented voices, fostering gender parity, mentoring future leaders, and inspiring students to see their place in the tech world.

40% Women on Stage

We are committed to achieving gender parity among our speakers on stage and within the juries for the Awards sessions.

25,000 Students Invited

Each year, thousands of students are invited to join us through academic partnerships, helping to nurture the next generation of innovators and thinkers.

150+ ACADEMIC PARTNERSHIPS

with schools and universities in France and abroad.

Engage, educate, and act as a tool for change

VivaTech inspires change by uniting communities to tackle big challenges, amplify impactful innovations, and open the doors of tech to empower a more inclusive and sustainable future.

1,500 m² Dedicated to Positive Impact

The Impact Bridge is a space where 80 solutions, startups, and associations converge to showcase their concrete and positive impact on the planet and society, sponsored by EDF.

350 EXHIBITING STARTUPS RECOGNIZED TECH FOR CHANGE

This certification recognizes their social and/or environmental impact.

DRIVING SUSTAINABLE AI

82% of Innovations on the AI Avenue Focused on Sustainability & Social Responsibility. This certification recognizes their social and/or environmental impact.

Create a healthy & fulfilling workplace

We believe a thriving team is the foundation of meaningful impact, which is why we foster a supportive, collaborative workplace where personal and professional growth and innovation can flourish.

142 PEOPLE MENTORED IN 2025

As part of our engagement program, each employee can dedicate a few hours each year to mentorship with an organization. This year, we are partnering with Witech and Konexio.