Across 50 Congressional Offices, Small Businesses Build Bipartisan Support for Tax Certainty
This spring, the Clean Energy Business Network (CEBN) brought 31 small business leaders from across the country into meetings with 50 congressional offices.
Past Events
DOE’s Community Energy Innovation Summit Shines in Chicago!
On December 4-5, 2024, the Clean Energy Business Network (CEBN) participated in the Community Energy Innovation (CEI) Summit, which was hosted by the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) in Chicago, IL. Taking place at the University of Illinois Chicago (UIC)—a federally recognized Hispanic- and Minority-Serving Institution—the Summit showcased 19 teams from the CEI Prize’s Clean Energy and Manufacturing Ecosystem Tracks, along with other organizations working to support innovation, entrepreneurship, capacity building, and economic development in communities historically underrepresented in clean energy funding. This event was made possible, in part, through sponsorship by E2, the Clean Energy for America Education Fund, Climate Power, and Invenergy.
Recording – Stories From the Front Lines of an American Business Revolution
E2 executive director Bob Keefe shares insights from his new book, Clean Economy NOW, with CEBN President Lynn Abramson and provides an in-depth look at how game-changing clean energy and climate policies from the Inflation Reduction Act and the bipartisan Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act are reshaping our economy, the way we live, and the future of our climate.
Summit Recap: Collegiate Pitches and Funding Workshops at the Community Energy Innovation Summit
On June 25, 2024, the Clean Energy Business Network (CEBN) hosted the Community Energy Innovation (CEI) Summit on behalf of the U.S. Department of Energy. Taking place at the Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Library in Washington, D.C., the summit showcased the three winning teams of the Collegiate Track of the Community Energy Innovation Prize and provided support to teams from the Clean Energy and Manufacturing Ecosystem Tracks along with other organizations working to create an equitable clean energy transition.
Recording – Financing the Future: Unlocking Clean Energy Investments
On May 16, 2024 CEBN hosted a virtual panel discussion focused on securing capital for clean energy projects. The event provided accessible, actionable information geared for small businesses, community-based organizations, and state/local governments at all levels of expertise and experience.
Recording – Navigating DOE Clean Energy Manufacturing Initiatives
On February 1, CEBN hosted a webinar exploring DOE sponsored manufacturing funding opportunities featuring presentations from officials at the DOE’s Office of Manufacturing and Energy Supply Chains (MESC) and Interagency Working Group.
Summit Recap: Award-Winning Teams Showcase their Community Projects in Atlanta
The Clean Energy Business Network (CEBN) and the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) co-hosted the two-day Community Clean Energy Coalition (CCEC) Prize Summit at the Atlanta University Center. This blog provides an in-depth overview of various events held during the summit.
Recording – Investing in Innovation: Federal Programs from the IRA and Beyond
On August 15, CEBN hosted a webinar with the Environmental Defense Fund (EDF) celebrating the one-year Anniversary of the Inflation Reduction Act and exploring federal programs that support innovation.
Section 174 Resource Center: Lapse in Immediate Expensing of R&D Tax Deduction Threatens Startups
Since 1954, the section 174 R&D tax deduction has enabled businesses conducting research and development to deduct these expenses in the year they are incurred. Unfortunately, this provision lapsed in 2022, significantly increasing the cost of performing R&D and receiving federal grants, such as SBIR/STTR. Many small businesses have been caught unprepared and face potential closure.
Recording – EPIC Showcase Pitch Competition
On March 30th, 24 cleantech startups competed for over $150,000 in prizes in a virtual pitch competition. Through the Energy Program for Innovation Clusters (EPIC) Prize, the DOE Office of Technology Transitions, in conjunction with the National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL), has recognized twenty-four incubators across the country playing a key role in supporting regional energy innovation clusters. Each award-winning incubator nominated one startup to participate in the EPIC showcase.
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!
Recording – Powering Forward 8: Building a Diverse Clean Energy Economy from the Ground Up
A recent webinar hosted by the Business Council for Sustainable Energy and the Clean Energy Business Network explored strategies to strengthen diversity and inclusivity in the clean energy economy. In addition, the webinar discussed a case study with respect to the U.S. Department of Energy’s American-Made Solar Prize, a $4.6M prize competition to help innovators rapidly develop new solar technology and software solutions.
