#659: Driving sustainable change with the AWS Clean Energy Accelerator
Mar 22, 2024
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Explore the impact of the AWS Clean Energy Accelerator program in driving sustainable change by connecting startups with energy customers. Discover innovative solutions in energy storage, renewable chemicals, carbon sequestration, and wind farm optimization. Learn about the evolution of the program and the benefits of joining, including access to industry experts, mentorship, and networking opportunities.
The AWS Clean Energy Accelerator program drives results by collaborating with mature climate tech startups for enterprise-level sustainable change.
The program pairs clean tech startups with energy customers to deploy innovative solutions, emphasizing continuous support and networking opportunities.
Deep dives
AWS Clean Energy Accelerator Program Origin and Growth
The AWS Clean Energy Accelerator program began in 2021 to assist customers making net zero commitments and exploring alternative energy sources. The initiative aimed to leverage the extensive startup ecosystem and energy industry expertise to address evolving customer needs. Starting with 200 applicants, the program expanded to over 460 this year, spanning 64 countries. The focus on customer requirements facilitated the program's evolution, emphasizing collaboration with startups and energy corporations.
Benefits and Focus of the AWS Clean Energy Accelerator
The AWS Clean Energy Accelerator program pairs established clean tech startups with global energy customers to drive impactful changes in the energy sector. Unlike traditional accelerators, this program targets startups with existing products and customer bases, aligning with the energy industry's demands. By connecting startups with willing energy customers to test and deploy innovative solutions, AWS acts as a facilitator without taking equity, emphasizing continuous post-program support and networking opportunities.
Startup Diversity and Solutions in the CEA Program
The CEA program features startups addressing various energy transition challenges, such as carbon capture, renewable energy optimization, and low-carbon fuel technologies. Startups like Urban Electric Power focus on rechargeable battery tech for energy storage, while Anodine Chemistry combines biology and electrochemistry for low-carbon chemical production. Other startups like Windesco and H2X Mobility contribute renewable energy analytics and hydrogen fuel cell solutions, showcasing a diverse range of innovative approaches within the program.
In this final episode of our 3-part energy special series, we'll discuss the AWS Clean Energy Accelerator (CEA), a program focused on driving results at the enterprise level through innovation and collaboration with mature climate tech startups.
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