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Insight into the 11 Small Business Innovation Research Programs

Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR)/ Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) funding opportunities are offered by 11 different federal agencies. Learn more about available funding and support for innovators.

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Support Reauthorization of the SBIR Program

The Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) program is set to expire on October 1, 2022. CEBN’s sign-on letter urges Congress to extend this program for three years.  Sign here to support this 40-year program.

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Five Things to Know About the Inflation Reduction Act

After nearly two years of negotiations, Congress has reached agreement on climate and clean energy provisions within a budget reconciliation package. CEBN has summarized five things to know about the bill relating to energy and climate.

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Breaking Down the Office of Clean Energy Demonstrations

The Office of Clean Energy Demonstrations, or OCED (pronounced “oh-sed”) is a new office within the Department of Energy created by the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (BIL). Learn more about OCED’s mission, upcoming funding opportunities, and how you can get involved.

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938 Cleantech Business Leaders Call for Action on Clean Energy Investments

Since last year, CEBN has spearheaded a campaign that has been supported by 938 clean energy business leaders urging Congress to enact significant investments in a reconciliation package.

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Breaking Down Grid Resilience and Modernization in the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law

The Bipartisan Infrastructure Law includes more than $30 billion to strengthen and modernize the U.S. power grid. Find out what programs are included.

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Meet the Semi-Finalists of the American-Made Solar Desalination Prize

Meet the semi-finalists of the American-Made Solar Desalination Prize, which has invested in teams developing and commercializing technologies in solar desalination. These innovations have impactful applications to improve access to clean water, including in remote areas, powered by clean energy.

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Five Key Takeaways from the 2022 Energy Jobs Report

On June 28, the Department of Energy released the annual U.S. Energy and Employment Report (USEER). The 7th annual version of this report shows that clean energy technologies continue to lead to employment opportunities and economic growth. CEBN has pulled five key takeaways.

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Federal Energy Funding 101: Takeaways and Links for More Information

On June 28, 2022, the Clean Energy Business Network and Banks and Company convened Federal Energy Funding 101. This event provided a primer on how to navigate federal funding opportunities for clean energy researchers, entrepreneurs, and communities wishing to attract new economic development opportunities. View the slides, recording, and list of exhibitors!

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CEBN Joins Coalition Letter, Continues Push for Federal Cleantech Innovation Support

Last week, CEBN joined Third Way and more than 50 other organizations on a letter to congressional leaders in support of significant, targeted increases for Department of Energy innovation programs in FY 2023.

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Insight into Justice40 Initiatives

In January 2021, the Biden Administration launched the Justice40 Initiative, calling for historic investments in environmental justice. Learn what the various terms used in the executive order mean and how communities can access opportunities for funding.

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CEBN Dial-In 2022: Clean Energy Businesses Profiles

Meet the 43 businesses who briefed Congressional offices on the impact of DOE programs and the ways their companies are creating jobs and growing the economy across the country.

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