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What's Happening in our Clean Tech Economy?
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Dear <<First Name>>,

In this month's issue, we feature our 2019 Progress Report. Download the report to get great summary information on the state of our region's cleantech economy! We invite you to join us for Green Drinks Trivia Night on April 9, and our Cleantech Meetup on April 25 -- we're taking a road trip to Davis this month!  We also give you a heads up to a special event on May 7. We're gathering industry experts to explore the changing landscape of the utility business and what new opportunities that might create. And lastly, we've rounded up the latest clean tech news in our region so you can stay up-to-date! All the details are below.
2019 CleanStart Progress Report Released
CleanStart Progress Report
The 2019 progress report was released last week and the data is exciting! Since our last survey in 2017, the highest ever amount of new investment (over $150 million) has come into this sector, the most companies ever have been acquired or merged, and the first clean tech company has grown to over 1,000 employees locally (Siemens Mobility). There are now about 5,050 jobs in this cluster, with over $3.1 billion in revenue. As we count them, there are now 85 companies in the cluster. Continue reading on our blog
Upcoming Events
Green Drinks Trivia Night!
Tuesday, April 9, 6:00 pm
Big Stump Brewery in Sacramento
Come mingle with environmental enthusiasts!
Free to attend. RSVP

Cleantech Meetup in Davis
Thursday, April 25, 5:30 - 8:30 pm
at Indigo Hammond & Playle in Davis
Free to attend. 
RSVP 

The Future of the Utility Business: What New Opportunities it Creates
Tuesday, May 7, 9:30 am - 1:30 pm
at Stoel Rives in Sacramento
Lunch provided, use code "friend" for $10 off
RSVP
Spotlight Event:  The Future of the Utility Business
Big changes are underway for utilities.That could be good news for innovators. How can you get on the right side of these changes? What doors might open for some new solutions and new business opportunities? Join us on the morning of May 7 as we gather industry experts to explore these questions and more. Our host is Stoel Rives and lunch will be provided. Learn more/RSVP
The Blog
Jump Bikes
Orange is the New  Bike
JUMP is solving the "last mile problem" in downtown Sacramento with bikes and scooters. continue reading
Green Drinks
Green Community is Growing!
Last month's Green Drinks was overflowing with sustainability enthusiasts. Isn't it time you got connected? continue reading
News
Tech for setting up small, instant farms tested in West Sacramento 
Sacramento Business Journal

Product Liability is the Wrong Standard for Self-Driving Cars
ITS Davis Blog

Sacramento testing app that rewards users for walking, biking
Sacramento Business Journal

Reality Check: The Clean Energy Transformation Is A Done Deal
CleanEdge

Climate change fears spur investment in carbon capture technology
Sacramento Business Journal

Gaining traction: Consultant helps steer Mobility Center 
Sacramento Business Journal

Woodland-based Japa lands technology deal with Siemens
Sacramento Business Journal

Doing the dirty work: Electroscan Executive plumbs the depths of the lucrative sewer industry
Sacramento Business Journal

Pacific Ethanol engages Piper Jaffray to sell assets 
Sacramento Business Journal

Pacific Ethanol fourth-quarter loss more than doubles to $34.5 million
Sacramento Business Journal

Events
April 12: Energy Bites Seminar: Pow Wow Energy/Water Monitoring System |Estimating agricultural groundwater extraction with energy data (at UC Davis)
 
Startup Weekend Sustainability
Global Startup Weekend Sustainable Revolution is coming June 21-23 to Sacramento! This initiative is happening around the world during the month of June. Local winners will advance to a global online competition. Registration will open soon and if you'd like to be notified PLUS receive a promo code for a $25 discount, sign up here.
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For more information about our sponsors, visit cleanstart.org

Thank You to Our Valuable Partners
AgStart, Area 52, AWWEE, BlueTechValley, California State University, Sacramento
ChicoStart, Davis Root, Entrepreneurs Showcase, The Grant Farm
Green Drinks Sacramento, StartupSac, Sierra Energy Research Park
Startup Grind Sacramento. Valley Vision, Tech Futures Group
UC Davis Institute for Innovation and Entrepreneurship
UC Davis Engineering Student Startup Center, UC Davis Venture Catalyst

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