Cleantech Open Northeast

03/28/2025

🌟 Alumni of the Month: MicroEra Power! 🌟

We’re proud to spotlight MicroEra Power, Inc., led by CEO Eleanor Rusling, as our Alumni of the Month! 🎉

This Rochester-based startup is revolutionizing building decarbonization with THERMAplus™, an innovative thermal energy storage solution that cuts costs and boosts efficiency.

🔹 Big Wins This Month:

✅ Top 10 Best Electric Utility Companies in the USA (2025) – Recognized for their impact on sustainable energy solutions. 💡
https://nubiapage.com/top-10-best-electric-utility-companies-in-usa-2025/

✅ Selected for Third Derivative’s Cohort 25-1 – Joining a global accelerator of top climate tech innovators. 🌏
https://www.third-derivative.org/portfolio/tag/cohort-25-1

We’re proud to celebrate MicroEra Power’s journey and contributions to the clean energy transition!

03/24/2025

🔥 Hurry! It’s almost time! The Cleantech Open Northeast Boston Kickoff is happening TOMORROW NIGHT!

📅 March 25, 2025 📍 Greentown Labs, Somerville, MA ⏰ 5-7 p.m.

Save your spot now: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2025-cleantech-open-northeast-boston-kickoff-party-tickets-1142980067149?aff=oddtdtcreator

We can’t wait to see you there! 🌱⚡

Join us for an evening of food, drink, celebration and opportunity at Greentown Labs in Somerville, MA!

03/19/2025

MicroEra Power, Inc. has been selected to join the 2025 cohort of Third Derivative, Rocky Mountain Institute’s prestigious climate tech accelerator! 🌍💥

🌟 Out of 300+ applicants from 12 countries, MicroEra Power is among the 43 companies chosen to receive support in scaling its innovative energy solutions.

🌟 CEO Eleanor Rusling shared:
"MicroEra Power is honored to be one of the chosen to receive Third Derivative’s support in bringing our innovative technology forward."

Congratulations to the entire MicroEra Power team! 🙌

Check out the full cohort here: https://www.third-derivative.org/portfolio/tag/cohort-25-1

Cohort 25-1 | Tackling global billion-dollar markets and hard-to-abate sectors, our climate tech startups are addressing the emissions challenges that will make or break this decisive decade.

03/18/2025

Exciting News from the World of Climatetech! 🌍⚡

Voltpost’s Co-Founder, Luke Mairo was recently featured in Forbes for securing $2.6 million in grant funding from the U.S. Joint Office of Energy and Transportation’s Communities Taking Charge Accelerator. The funding will go toward deploying 75 Voltpost chargers to communities across the country! 🚀

Voltpost was also selected as part of Fusion Fund’s latest $190M raise to back the next generation of tech giants! It’s incredible to see innovators like Luke driving forward the future of urban EV charging. 👏

🔹 Read more here: https://www.forbes.com/sites/zoyahasan/2025/03/07/fusion-fund-raises-190-million-to-back-the-next-tech-giant/ & https://www.forbes.com/profile/luke-mairo/?list=30under30-energy-green-tech/

Additionally, huge congratulations to AeroShield Materials for being a track winner at the 2025 Hello Tomorrow Challenge! 🏆 They won for their wok in Sustainable Construction and Infrastructure, supported by Leonard & Saint-Gobain 🤩

🔹 Check out their achievement: https://lnkd.in/gbgi9g23

03/17/2025

🚢 10 Years, No Toxic Paint: A Win for Sustainable Shipping 🌊

The Fugro Searcher has operated for a decade with Finsulate BV’s antifouling technology! Instead of conventional coatings that wear off and pollute the ocean, Finsulate’s wrap has kept the hull protected, maintenance low, and environmental impact minimal. ♻️ 💫

This milestone proves that sustainable solutions work by cutting costs, reducing pollution, and improving efficiency. A step forward for the maritime industry! 🙌

What other sustainable solutions do you think the industry should adopt next?

Fugro, the world’s leading geo-data specialist, has successfully completed its 10-year docking of the Fugro Searcher vessel with Finsulate antifouling.

03/17/2025

🌟 Exciting news in the renewable energy sector !!

Solstice has launched a Community Benefit REC program, enabling corporate buyers to support underserved communities through initiatives like community solar co-ops and solar installations for nonprofits. ☀️

One of the first beneficiaries, Boston Medical Center, will use the funds to expand its Clean Power Prescription Program, alleviating energy costs for eligible patients. This program is an incredible step towards promoting clean energy access and local development. 💚

Read more here:

/PRNewswire/ -- Solstice, the community solar company dedicated to making clean energy accessible to all households and businesses, is now launching an...

03/17/2025

🔥 Hurry! It’s almost time! These Cleantech Open Northeast Kickoffs are happening THIS WEEK!

Tuesday: 📅 March 19, 2025 📍 Baker Tilly, Philadelphia, PA ⏰ 5-7 p.m.
Wednesday: 📅 March 19, 2025 📍HAX, Newark, NJ ⏰ 3-5 p.m.
Thursday: 📅 March 20, 2025 📍 Newlab, Brooklyn, NY ⏰ 6-8 p.m.

Save your spots now:
PA🔗- https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1142966516619
NJ🔗- https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1223861064389
NY🔗- https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1221081921899

We can’t wait to see you there! 🌱⚡

Join us for an afternoon of food, drink, celebration and opportunity at HAX in Newark, NJ!

03/17/2025

🔊 SparkCharge is Hiring! Join the EV Charging Revolution ⚡

SparkCharge is on the lookout for a talented Account Executive to help drive growth and expand their off-grid mobile EV charging solutions.

If you’re a sales professional passionate about innovation, sustainability, and the future of EV charging, they want to hear from you! ✨

What You’ll Do:
✅ Identify and close new business opportunities
✅ Build relationships with key industry players
✅Help shape the future of clean energy and mobility

Know someone who’d be a great fit? Tag them below or apply today!

👉 https://www.linkedin.com/posts/joshua-aviv_hiring-accountexecutive-salesjobs-activity-7305955938434265089-tARp/?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_desktop&rcm=ACoAAAAwmtEB0iYuhZQJK4SZUz2jhO8P5ixFNLs

03/14/2025

🚀 MassCEC is Fueling the Future of Climatetech! 🌍✨

We're thrilled to see rStream, SparkCharge, and Measured Air Performance among the innovators awarded funding in MassCEC’s latest $6.4 million investment in climatetech companies and researchers!

🔹 rStream is revolutionizing waste sorting with AI and automation, making recycling more efficient and impactful.
🔹 SparkCharge is driving EV adoption forward with mobile, fast-charging solutions that make range anxiety a thing of the past.
🔹 Measured Air Performance is optimizing building airflow to enhance energy efficiency and indoor air quality.

These companies are tackling some of the biggest sustainability challenges, and with this funding, they’re poised to make an even greater impact. Big shoutout to Massachusetts Clean Energy Center for supporting climate innovation! 👏🌱

Read more about it here: https://www.masscec.com/press/masscec-awards-64-million-climatetech-companies-and-researchers

Funding supports 30 companies and researchers across 13 Massachusetts communities BOSTON – The Massachusetts Clean Energy Center (MassCEC) today announced $6.4 million in funding for 25 clean energy and climatetech companies and researchers. This investment will accelerate innovation and business ...

03/11/2025

🚨 Reminder! Our Cleantech Open Northeast Boston Kickoff is just around the corner!

📅 March 25, 2025 📍 Greentown Labs, Somerville, MA ⏰ 5-7 p.m.

Join us for an evening of networking, refreshments, and cleantech innovation! Don’t miss your chance to learn about the program and connect with startups, industry leaders, and our team.

🔗 RSVP now: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2025-cleantech-open-northeast-boston-kickoff-party-tickets-1142980067149?aff=oddtdtcreator

Join us for an evening of food, drink, celebration and opportunity at Greentown Labs in Somerville, MA!

03/10/2025

🔥 Hurry! It’s almost time! The Washington D.C and Richmond Cleantech Open Northeast Kickoffs are happening TOMORROW / WEDNESDAY !

📅 March 11, 2025📍 Xylem Reservoir Center, Washington D.C. ⏰ 3-5 p.m.

📅 March 12th, 2025📍Dominion Energy Center, Richmond, VA⏰ 1-3 p.m.

Save your spots now:

Washington D.C.🔗 https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2024-cleantech-open-northeast-washington-dc-kickoff-party-tickets-1221064108619?aff=oddtdtcreator
Richmond 🔗 https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2025-cleantech-open-northeast-richmond-kickoff-party-tickets-1248687079669?aff=oddtdtcreator

We can’t wait to see you there! 🌱⚡

🛑 For more information about our other kickoffs and to get started on your Cleantech Open application check out our media kit: https://docs.google.com/document/d/119ZeYtJut8z4xOv2FQ2f-RbcF2u7Pta1FH790bLF4Gg/edit?usp=sharing

03/07/2025

Big Milestone for Kara Water! 🎊

Kara Water is making waves! 🌊 Through support from over 1400 individuals, Kara has raised over $1.6M on their StartEngine campaign for their mission of transforming air into ultra-pure drinking water. 💡🌱

With climate challenges intensifying, innovative solutions like Kara Water are more crucial than ever. Their cutting-edge technology is redefining sustainable water access. Let’s celebrate their success and continue supporting climate-driven innovation! 💙

Check it out here: https://www.startengine.com/offering/karawater

Innovative Air-To-Water™ Technology