ARPA-E SBIR Grants Now Open to VC Funded Startups
The change to the SBIR funding rules was spurred in part by the drying up of private-sector investment available to the cleantech space.
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Newly Funded Energy Storage Projects Show Promise
As clean energy grows globally, so, too, does the need to find ways to store it. Governments and corporations are backing a number of new storage breakthroughs.
Cleantech VC Jumps 56% in Q2, M&A Rebounds
Cleantech Group reports some cheerful news in their latest quartlery report, including a VC rebound, major corporate activity, new IPO filings, and certain sub-sectors soaring.
I-Bankers to cleantech companies: Don’t lament the lack of funding—just find new sources and structures
The industry must adopt innovative approaches to securing funding, says top clean energy investors.
Differing Viewpoints on the President’s Climate Plan Emerge
There's been varying reactions to the President’s climate plan published in the major mass media, we've summarized a few notable ones.
Consultants See Uptick As Institutional Investors Eye Non-Traditional Cleantech
After a drop-off in demand over the last several years, institutional investors are starting to dip their toes back in the cleantech market.
Lessons Learned: How These VCs Raised Capital in 2013
VCs moving beyond the term "cleantech" that gives some institutional investors pause.
Fundraising Environment Sparks A Cleantech Revolution
As VC funds open, close and shift focus, a new cleantech picture emerges. We provide perspective on a comprehensive list of recent fund moves.
U.S. LP’s Invest $100M into India's Clean Energy Sector
Indian private equity firm Nereus Capital will boost India’s clean energy capacity by 400MW.