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The Real Story of Starting (and Ending) a Sustainable Business: William McCarthy’s Journey

At our latest CleanStart Perspectives event, we sat down with William McCarthy to hear a raw, honest, and inspiring account of launching a clean tech startup—one that didn’t end in headlines or a big acquisition, but in real lessons that every entrepreneur can learn...

Battery Breakthroughs: Alternative Chemistries Lighting the Way

We had a packed house and a powerhouse lineup at our latest CleanStart Meetup focused on Regional Innovators in Energy Storage. From deep dives into manufacturing breakthroughs to bold new strategies for home energy control, the evening delivered exactly what we...

The Path to a Perfect “Pitch”

Introduction Every presentation is an opportunity to connect, inspire, and leave a lasting impression. I’ve learned and relearned that each time I’ve presented my startup in the past three years. In that time, I’ve participated in 13 pitching competitions, and have...

Rural Power Systems Doubling in Size

Rural Power Systems Inc. (also known as RPS Solar Pumps), a manufacturer of solar-powered water pump systems, is expanding its operations to Yolo County as part of a multi-million-dollar growth initiative supported by a state tax incentive program. The company, which...

Using AI Wisely: Key Takeaways

At CleanStart, we aim to help innovators and entrepreneurs get ahead, and sometimes that means taking a step back to evaluate new tools critically. That’s exactly what we did during our recent CleanStart Perspective on Rethinking Business Processes with GenAI...

Good News for Clean Tech Grants

In an era where support for clean technology seems to be on the decline, a new opportunity is emerging that should not be overlooked. The Governor’s Office of the Small Business Advocate (CalOSBA) has launched a funding initiative aimed at bolstering innovation across...

WET Center and BlueTechValley – Driving Innovation Where It’s Needed Most

California’s Central Valley is home to one of the largest and most productive agricultural economies in the world. Yet, it faces serious challenges—from severe water scarcity and climate change to economic inequities. The good news? A powerful collaboration between...

New Energy Downtown: The Urban Hive’s Vibrant New Home

The other week, I had the opportunity to tour The Urban Hive’s brand-new location at 730 I Street in Downtown Sacramento—and it’s safe to say, they’ve delivered something special for our region’s entrepreneurs and creatives. If you’ve ever visited any of The Urban...

PeraWatt Pioneering New Magnet Materials

On May 29, we heard from Edson Perez, Cofounder of PeraWatt, about their pioneering of a broad range of products (transformers, inductors, motors) with “soft” magnetics. There are generally three classes of magnetics: “hard” or permanent magnets, electromagnets, and...

$50K Non-Dilutive Grants for Clean Tech Startups

$50K Non-Dilutive Grants for Clean Tech Startups Now Available Through SEGA and Accelerate CA Looking for clean tech startup funding in California? Here’s your chance. Amid shrinking public support for clean technology, a new opportunity is gaining momentum through...

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