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Investing in California’s clean energy future
Developing the next generation of clean energy entrepreneurs through early-stage grants of up to $700k.
At a glance
Awardees
Jobs supported
In awards since 2017
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The Program
Administered by New Energy Nexus, CalSEED is one of several initiatives funded by the California Energy Commission EPIC program to advance energy innovation. CalSEED grants of up to $700,000 are awarded to early-stage clean energy entrepreneurs to accelerate California’s clean energy goals.
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About
The California Sustainable Energy Entrepreneur Development Initiative (CalSEED) is a $48m grant program created to help early-stage California clean energy startups bring their concepts and prototypes to market. CalSEED is administered by New Energy Nexus on behalf of the California Energy Commission.
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FAQ
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