Leading the Way for Clean Energy Entrepreneurs

CleanStart’s Perspectives inspire and educate the next generation of cleantech entrepreneurs by sharing the experiences and insights of successful entrepreneurs who have already made their mark in the industry.

Join our To-Dos

CleanStart To Do’s are a twice-weekly online conversations about what you can add to your To Do list while observing the COVID-19 orders to self-isolate. Join us on Tuesday mornings from 9:00-9:30 a.m. or Thursday afternoons from 4:00 to 4:30 p.m. when we interview our featured guests and ask them for their recommendations on how entrepreneurs and innovators can not only cope, but thrive, during this unprecedented time.

Empowering the next wave of clean energy entrepreneurs with insights from industry trailblazers. The journey towards a sustainable future!

Perspectives:

 

Software to Help in Solar + Storage Projects

Software to Help in Solar + Storage Projects

On Friday, January 15 at our Perspectives discussion, the crowd heard from Enact Systems CEO Deep Chakraborty (https://enact-systems.com/) about its software platform to expand sales, design well-performing systems, and manage the installations.  Enact is technology-...

Fourth Wave Perspective

Fourth Wave Perspective

If you haven't heard of Fourth Wave Accelerator, you need to watch our Perspectives video on YouTube with Cheryl Beninga.  Fourth Wave provides training to women entrepreneurs through a 16 week program plus other coaching resources.  It targets business leaders who...

Four More Rising Stars Pitch at Spotlight Event

Four More Rising Stars Pitch at Spotlight Event

On November 12, we held the last Spotlight Pitch event of the year.  Over 70 people signed up.  The presenters made an extra effort to tune up their pitches and the result was some of the best pitches we have heard this year.  The videos of the pitches and the Q&A...

Insightful Key Components

As an entrepreneur or business owner, it’s important to stay connected with your investors and lenders during tough times. They are invested in your success and want to see you succeed, so don’t leave them in the dark. Additionally, take this opportunity to catch up on any secondary tasks you may have been putting off, such as cleaning up your bookkeeping, workspace, marketing, and more. By doing so, you’ll feel more organized and prepared for the future. Another great way to improve yourself and your business during downtime is to learn as much as possible. Whether reading books, watching online courses, or attending virtual workshops, continuous learning will keep you sharp and ahead of the curve. Lastly, don’t forget to get some exercise and practice safe social distancing. A healthy mind and body are crucial for navigating difficult times and making sound decisions.