FREE ELECTRONS: 2021 CONNECTING STARTUPS WITH WORLD’S LEADING ENERGY UTILITIES

FREE ELECTRONS: 2021 CONNECTING STARTUPS WITH WORLD’S LEADING ENERGY UTILITIES

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Description

Startups will work alongside leading energy utilities from around the globe to deliver cutting edge solutions and co-create the future of energy. The program will focus on working together to pilot projects, commercially deploy products, facilitate investment opportunities, learning and development. Deals to date exceed USD $50m+.

Startups can refine their value proposition, trial and test technology and gain access to invaluable resources, advice and support from around the globe. At Free Electrons they have a keen focus on learning and development – they want to help startups grow their business.

 

The program includes a series of modules held across the globe (physically and digitally), where startups work closely with The Utilities, local accelerators and mentors to refine their company’s solution and explore options to jump start their company’s growth.

 

Each module is structured to facilitate ongoing conversations between startups and utilities to refine value propositions, seed pilot projects, and explore investment opportunities.

 

 

Benefit

Free Electrons offers the chance for startups to:

 

  • Access Mentors & Experts: Access a global pool of mentors and experts matched to their unique requirements
  • Work with Open Innovation experts: Work with open innovation partner Beta-i on strategy, approach and receive advice on pitching to corporates
  • Contract and Receive Investment: Opportunity to sell their products to utilities and seek investment from utilities. Deals to date exceed $20m
  • Grow Networks: Grow their networks by immersing themselves in local and global ecosystems
  • Build Relationships: Building relationships within the startup community to share learnings and experiences
  • Gain Exposure: Gain exposure to American, European and Asian markets
  • Receive Feedback: Receive input, feedback and insight into their product/service and business
  • Develop Pilots: Develop a viable pilot side by side with the utilities
  • Test Solutions: Test their solution in the energy sector in partnership with utilities

Funding Information

Startups are in the running for the prize of USD 200,000 – no strings attached.

Eligibility

The Free Electrons program consists of a series of modules held physically & digitally, across the globe, over the course of one year.

Application Deadline:  29th  March 2021.


How To Apply

Visit https://freeelectrons.org/ to apply.